Illinois Endangered and Threatened Species Rehabilitation Grants Program

Provides funding for maintenance of wildlife rehabilitation facilities that care for threatened or endangered species. Eligible expenses include structural repair and maintenance of buildings, pens, cages, and appurtenant facilities. Up to $2,000 per year for single-year grants or up to $4,000 for two-year grants. No match required. Applicants must possess current wildlife rehabilitation license/permit from Illinois Department of Natural Resources and have provided care for threatened or endangered wildlife species during the 3-year period preceding application. Those using grant funds for migratory birds must also possess current permit from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Program Details Illinois Department of Natural Resources is a funding organization that offers the Illinois Endangered and Threatened Species Rehabilitation Grants Program grant program to support eligible programs and projects. This funding opportunity is available statewide and is administered by Illinois Department of Natural Resources through Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Organizations seeking funding for eligible programs and projects should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application. Eligibility Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, government agencies and municipalities, and individual applicants. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with Illinois Department of Natural Resources or on Illinois Department of Natural Resources before investing time in an application. Funding and Timeline Funding available: $0 – $4K. Applications are due by June 15, 2026. Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds. Program Focus This grant supports eligible programs and projects. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 236, 238, 115310. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes. How to Apply Eligible organizations can apply through Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for. GrantRegister maintains a complete, authoritative registry of US federal, state, and foundation grant opportunities — matched automatically to your organization profile and delivered every Monday.

Eligibility

• Programs related to building
• Programs related to wildlife

Award details

Award range: $0 – $4K. Applications close on June 15, 2026.

Categories

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