The Seabirds Program from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funds research and conservation to address threats facing Pacific seabirds, focusing on invasive species, habitat loss, bycatch, and information gaps.
Funder: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Full Proposal Due Date, projected)
Funding Amounts: ~$4,000,000 total per call; typical awards range from $50,000–$750,000 for 1–3 years; 1:1 match required
Summary: Supports projects to conserve and recover Pacific seabird populations by addressing invasive species, habitat loss, bycatch, and information gaps.
Key Information: This is a forecasted grant; all dates are projected and subject to change.
The Seabirds Program of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is a major competitive funding opportunity focused on enhancing the viability and long-term sustainability of seabird populations in the Pacific region. The program targets critical threats such as invasive species, habitat degradation, fisheries bycatch, and knowledge gaps, with an emphasis on direct conservation actions, capacity building, and research. Projects supported by this program are expected to deliver measurable outcomes for focal seabird species and contribute to broader ecosystem resilience.