Project Grant Application

Project Grant Application

This form should take approximately 7-10 minutes to complete. We are excited to help you with your projects!
Are you a U.S. 501(c)(3) organization?*

YesNo
Employer Identification Number (EIN)*
Legal Organization Name (as registered with the IRS)*
Enter the name associated with the EIN.
Upload 501(c)(3) Proof (optional but recommended)

Helps us verify your 501(c)(3) status quickly.
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Unfortunately, we are not currently accepting grant applications from non-501(c)(3) organizations. Please reach out to tianjiu@choosewildlife.org if you have any questions. We apologize for being unable to help.

Section 2 - Project Snapshot
Project Title*
Project Location*
Region / site name (avoid exact coordinates for sensitive species)
Project Category*

Habitat restorationField monitoringSpecies surveysDirect protectionOther
If other, please give a brief explanation.*
Focal Species / Habitat*
Amount Requested (USD)*
Expected Start Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Expected End Date*

MonthDayYear
Date

Section 3 - Project Details
What will you do and why does it matter?*
What, where, and the wildlife conservation need / problem your organization is addressing.
Who will do the work and how will it be carried out?*
2-3 sentences is fine. Include team/partners and methods.
What will success look like in ~60-120 days?*
List 1-2 concrete and measurable goals (e.g., restore 0.5 acres, conduct 6 survey days, install 4 nest boxes)

Section 4 - Budget
How will you spend the funds?*
List line items with rough amounts; estimates are okay. For example: gloves & bags $60, native seedlings $200, etc.
Do you have other funding for this same project?*

YesNoPending
If yes or pending, please provide details & amount.*

Section 5 - Credibility + Permissions
Have you done similar work before?*
Feel free to share any details that might be helpful in assessing your organization's ability to conduct the project. We will still consider your application if not.
Site Permission / Access*

Yes, permission / access securedIn progressNot needed (please explain)Not sure (please explain)
Attestation*

We will conduct this project ethically and legally (no harrassment of wildlife, illegal baiting, trespassing, or violation of park/regulatory rules).

Section 7 - Acknowledgement & Follow-Up Requirement
60-Day Check-In Policy:
If awarded, someone from Choose Wildlife will follow up approximately 60 days after the grant is issued to check in on progress and confirm how funds were used. Failure to respond to this check-in may result in the organization becoming ineligible for future grants from Choose Wildlife.
Follow-Up Acknowledgement*

I understand and agree to the 60-day check-in policy described above
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Section 1 - Applicant Info