ATV/UTV Enhancement Funding
Funding is for nonprofit organizations that promote the safe and wise use of ATVs and/or UTVs, riding and education. Applications are solicited bi-annually. Check the website for more details.
Organization
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Eligibility
For-Profit Business
Nonprofit Organization
Focus
Education
Maintenance and Stewardship
Planning
Related Resources
Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin
C.D. Besadny Conservation Grants
This Fund supports conservation and education projects that benefit Wisconsin's lands, waters, and wildlife that connect people to Wisconsin's outdoors.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Program
Provides matching grant funds to assist states in the “acquisition, restoration, management or enhancement of coastal wetlands.” Wisconsin projects bordering the Great Lakes are eligible.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Urban Forestry Grants
These grants support new, innovative projects that will develop sustainable urban and community forestry programs.
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