Special Wildlife Funds - State Pheasant Fund (FY27)

The State Pheasant Fund provides grants to not-for-profit organizations and governmental entities for projects related to wild pheasant conservation. The fund is part of the Special Wildlife Funds Grant Program and is competitive, with grants evaluated based on their merit. Projects that align with the goals of the Illinois Wildlife Action Plan Implementation Guide, offer reasonable costs, and provide public access tend to receive higher scores. The grants support activities such as preserving, protecting, acquiring, managing, and maintaining high-quality habitat for wild pheasants. Key aspects of the grant include: • The award ceiling is $100,000, and the award floor is $10,000. • The grant is a capital grant, and indirect costs are allowed. • The grantee is required to provide quarterly progress reports and a final report. • The grant is governed by Administrative Rule set forth in 17 Ill. Adm. Code 3060.