Teaming with Wildlife

Investing in Wildlife Conservation

Wildlife conservation in the United States has an unmatched record of success due to the willingness of the American people to invest in protecting fish and wildlife and the natural lands and waters they depend on for survival.

A Natural Investment

Wildlife conservation in the United States is built on a solid financial partnership between state wildlife agencies and the federal government. From the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act to the State Wildlife Grants program, funding for fish and wildlife conservation has always enjoyed strong support from across the country and across the political spectrum.

State Wildlife Grants

Created by Congress in 2000, the State Wildlife Grants program is our nation's core program for keeping wildlife from becoming endangered. The program provides annual federal funding for on-the-ground conservation projects in every state and territory. (more...)

Long Term Federal Funding

Several bills are under consideration in Congress which would provide dedicated federal funds for the Wildlife Conservation and Restoration Program. These include both a Teaming with Wildlife bill and legislation addressing global climate change. (more...)

State-Level Wildlife Funding

Federal funds are matched by state dollars, and many states have made great strides in finding and enhancing state-level funding for wildlife conservation. (more...)