Description

The Wildlife Habitat Improvement (WHILD) Fund, managed by the Yampa Valley Community Foundation, provides annual competitive grants to projects that enhance wildlife habitats for public benefit within Routt County, Colorado. Eligible initiatives include capital improvements, planning, research, studies, management, enforcement, and educational activities that benefit local wildlife and their ecosystems. The fund is guided by a committee of habitat and wildlife management experts from agencies such as Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the US Forest Service, and the Bureau of Land Management, ensuring resources are directed toward impactful, community-aligned projects. The WHILD Fund aims to protect key habitat elements such as food, water, protected cover, migration corridors, and adequate range, supporting the conservation of Routt County’s diverse wildlife for current and future generations.