Special Wildlife Funds - Furbearer Fund (FY27)

The Special Wildlife Funds - Furbearer Fund (FY27) opportunity is a grant program offered by the Department of Natural Resources. The program aims to support the education of hunters and trappers of fur-bearing mammals, as well as the general public, about the role of hunting and trapping in fur-bearing mammal management. The grant also focuses on promoting products made from wild fur-bearing mammals and supporting the conservation, management, and ecology of fur-bearing mammals. The key aspects of this opportunity include: • Eligible applicants are limited to not-for-profit organizations, governmental entities, educational institutions, or corporations with a primary focus on waterfowl conservation. • The grant has a funding ceiling of $100,000 and a floor of $0. • The award type is competitive, and indirect costs are allowed. • The submission timeline type is one-time, and multiple applications are allowed. • The opportunity has specific criteria for evaluation, including habitat quality and location, applicant history and specialization, overall value, and funds leveraged.