State Pheasant Fund
Forecasted
The State Pheasant Fund from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources supports research and habitat projects to conserve and enhance wild pheasant populations in Illinois.
Funder: Illinois Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027: Application open | August 2027: Application deadline | August 2027: Pre-qualification/application review | August 2027: Question submission close
Funding Amounts: Total pool ~$200,000; individual awards typically $10,000–$100,000 for up to 2 years.
Summary: Competitive grants for not-for-profit organizations and government entities to enhance, acquire, or manage wild pheasant habitat in Illinois.
Key Information: Applicants must complete Illinois GATA pre-qualification and submit via AmpliFund; cost share is not required but may improve competitiveness.
Description
The State Pheasant Fund Grant Program, administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), supports projects that conserve, enhance, or manage habitat for wild pheasants throughout Illinois. The program funds not-for-profit organizations and government agencies to undertake eligible activities such as land acquisition, habitat improvement (on public or private land), pheasant research, and public education related to pheasants and pheasant hunting. Projects are evaluated competitively based on biological importance, feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with statewide wildlife action plans. Emphasis is placed on high-quality, sustainable habitat and public benefit.
