Upland Game Bird Account Grants
Forecasted
The Upland Game Bird Account Grants fund scientific research and habitat projects to conserve upland game birds in California, administered by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Funder: California Department of Fish and Wildlife
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (full application deadline) | July 2027 (hard-copy postmark deadline) | September 2027 (historical annual deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $300,000 total available; typical award size varies by project; single-year funding
Summary: Supports projects that enhance upland game bird populations and habitats in California, including research, habitat, and public hunting opportunities.
Description
The Upland Game Bird Account Grants, administered by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), fund projects that benefit upland game bird populations and their habitats throughout California. Established by the state legislature, the program ensures that funds from upland game bird hunting validations and stamps are used for conservation, research, habitat enhancement, and expanding hunting opportunities. Projects may include land acquisition, habitat restoration or enhancement, scientific research, and outreach to broaden public hunting access and stakeholder engagement. Proposals are reviewed by a public advisory committee and CDFW, with awards based on potential benefits to upland game birds, scientific merit, and alignment with statutory goals.
