Foundation For National Parks & Wildlife
Tips for Applicants
Focus on projects that conserve Australia’s native plants, animals, or cultural heritage. Demonstrate how your project aligns with FNPW's mission of growing national parks and saving endangered species, potentially incorporating cultural knowledge and partnerships with Indigenous peoples. Highlight specific species or habitats in trouble if relevant.
Giving Philosophy
FNPW approaches giving by fostering partnerships with government, corporate entities, and NGOs to drive conservation outcomes. They are committed to restoring native land and wildlife populations, supporting local environmental communities, and embedding cultural knowledge and leadership from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples into their conservation efforts for lasting impact.
Notable Grants
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $6.8M | $8.3M | $11.2M | $3.7M |
| FY2022 | $4.4M | $5.4M | $9.2M | $3.8M |
| FY2021 | $3.7M | $4.4M | $10.0M | $4.8M |
| FY2020 | $2.3M | $5.4M | $9.7M | $5.0M |
| FY2019 | $1.0M | $2.2M | $7.5M | $3.2M |
| FY2018 | $572K | $1.7M | $7.5M | $3.0M |
| FY2017 | $168K | $2.1M | $7.8M | $3.0M |
| 7yr total | $18.9M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (5)
4 open · 1 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 27 April 2026 (11 days ago)
Wildlife Heroes Large Durable Asset Grants
Grants for wildlife rehabilitation groups to buy large durable assets including vehicles, trailers, treatment equipment, and rebuild fire-damaged infrastructure (aviaries, enclosures)
Community Conservation Grants
These grants support projects focused on protecting native species, habitats, landscapes, and cultural heritage across Australia. Funding is available for both field projects and education programs with direct nature conservation outcomes, including initiatives in land restoration, threatened species recovery, and Indigenous heritage conservation.
NSW Curb Wombat Mange Grants
This program, now closed for applications, aimed to enhance the capacity of licensed NSW volunteer wildlife rehabilitation groups, independents, and Aboriginal community organisations to treat sarcoptic mange in free-living wombats by providing funding for approved chemicals and equipment.
Wildlife Heroes Grants
These grants support wildlife rescue and rehabilitation volunteers and wildlife-friendly veterinarians across Australia, particularly those responding to emergencies such as bushfires, floods, and heat stress events. The program provides funding for essential equipment, consumables, vaccinations, and training to increase the capacity of the wildlife rehabilitation sector.
FNPW Project Grants
Grants for projects that help conserve Australia’s native plants, animals, or cultural heritage.
Program History (2)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
Community Conservation Grants
Funding for field projects and education programs with direct nature conservation outcomes, covering threatened species recovery, cultural heritage, parks for people, and land and water conservation
Wildlife Heroes Large Durable Asset Grants
Grants for wildlife rehabilitation groups to buy large durable assets including vehicles, trailers, treatment equipment, and rebuild fire-damaged infrastructure (aviaries, enclosures)