[June 2026]
Explore a curated selection of funding opportunities supporting animal welfare, wildlife conservation, and biodiversity protection. These grants are open to NGOs, researchers, and conservation practitioners working on species protection, habitat restoration, marine and terrestrial biodiversity research, protected areas, and ecosystem conservation initiatives.
Apply Now for Save Our Seas Foundation Small Grants Program
Deadline: 03-July-2026
The SOSF Small Grants programme supports early-career professionals working on conservation, research, and education projects that benefit marine chondrichthyan species (sharks, rays, and relatives). The programme prioritizes applied work that integrates research, conservation action, and community or education components with measurable conservation outcomes…[more]
Funding for Wildlife Research and Conservation Projects
Deadline: 15-August-2026
The Wildlife Acoustics Grant Program is an international funding initiative designed to support wildlife monitoring, ecological research, and conservation science through access to specialized acoustic recording technology and software…[more]
Jana Robeyst Trust Fund Small Conservation Grant Programme
Deadline: 31-August-2026
The Jana Robeyst Trust Fund is a conservation-focused grant program that supports early-career researchers working to protect endangered mammals in Sub-Saharan Africa…[more]
RFPs: NEF Research Grant Programme for Biodiversity
Deadline: 14-October-2026
The NEF Research Grant Programme is inviting applications from researchers and doctoral students conducting scientific research on biodiversity, ecosystems, wildlife, and nature conservation in developing countries across the Asia-Pacific region…[more]
Invisible Life Grant Programme for Investigative Journalism
Deadline: 27-August-2026
Journalismfund Europe is inviting applications for the Invisible Life Grant Programme to support investigative journalism projects focusing on farmed animal welfare across Europe…[more]
RFPs: LIFE Strategic Integrated Projects for Environment
Deadline: 03-September-2026
Strategic Integrated Projects (SIPs) are large-scale funding instruments designed to implement environmental and climate policies at regional, national, or transnational levels. They are part of the LIFE Programme, the European Union’s flagship funding mechanism for environment and climate action…[more]
Applications open for Strategic Nature and Biodiversity Projects
Deadline: 03-September-2026
LIFE Strategic Nature Projects (SNP) fund large-scale, coordinated initiatives that implement EU biodiversity and nature policies across national and regional levels…[more]
LIFE Programme: Biodiversity and Circular Economy Projects
Deadline: 22-September-2026
The European Commission’s LIFE Programme funding call supports targeted projects that advance environmental, biodiversity, and circular economy policies across Europe…[more]
Funding Call for Research on Underwater Noise Impacts on Marine Ecosystems
Deadline: 17-September-2026
The European Commission is inviting grant applications to support research and innovation focused on monitoring, understanding, and mitigating the impacts of underwater noise on marine ecosystems across the European Union…[more]
RFPs: Ensuring Long-Term Effectiveness of Protected Areas Under Biodiversity Loss Pressures
Deadline: 17-September-2026
The European Commission is inviting grant applications to improve the long-term conservation of habitats and species by addressing biodiversity loss drivers affecting protected ecosystems…[more]
Apply Now: Marine Organisms for Sustainable Blue Bio-Based Products
Deadline: 17-September-2026
The European Commission is inviting research and innovation proposals to develop sustainable blue bio-based products derived from marine organisms such as algae, fungi, and marine invertebrates…[more]
Sunrise Foundation’s Annual Grants Programme (New Zealand)
Deadline: 02-July-2026
The Sunrise Foundation provides grants of up to $7,500 per initiative per year to support charitable projects that benefit local communities. Funding is available across a wide range of sectors including arts, education, health, environment, animal welfare, sport, and community development, with awards dependent on both project eligibility and the availability of donor-designated funds…[more]
Call for Proposals: Small Grants Programme (North Macedonia)
Deadline: 10-August-2026
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is offering grants of up to USD 30,000 through the GEF Small Grants Programme to support locally led initiatives addressing biodiversity loss, climate change, and environmental degradation in North Macedonia…[more]
Ocean Shot-4 Grants for Ocean Research and Innovation (Japan)
Deadline: 31-August-2026
The Sasakawa Peace Foundation’s Ocean Shot-4 program provides grants of up to US$3 million for innovative ocean research projects that advance scientific understanding of marine ecosystems and develop breakthrough technologies for ocean exploration…[more]
CFPs: Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund (Canada)
Deadline: 03-August-2026
The Joyce Gemmell Jessen Habitat Conservation Fund supports conservation projects and land acquisition initiatives that protect Saskatchewan’s native flora, fauna, wildlife habitats, and ecosystems…[more]
Submit Applications for Cellnex Community Fund (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 31-December-2026
The Cellnex Community Fund provides grants of up to £5,000 to support community groups and not-for-profit organizations across the United Kingdom. Funding is available for projects focused on digital inclusion, circular economy initiatives, biodiversity and conservation, and AI and education, helping communities become more connected, sustainable, and resilient…[more]
Submit Applications for Community Climate Fund (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 30-June-2026
The Community Climate Fund provides financial support to voluntary, community, and not-for-profit organisations delivering projects that reduce carbon emissions and strengthen climate resilience across Horsham District…[more]
