Recent Projects
Grants supported through your membership with the Foundation
When you become a member of the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin, you join a conservation community of about 5,000 members who share a passion for protecting Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife. Your membership makes our state a better place to live, now and in the future.
2023 grants for conservation
In 2023, the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin granted $948,533 to support 219 conservation and environmental education projects to 139 unique organizations across the state.
Explore our interactive StoryMap and blog post to learn more about the conservation projects our members, conservation partners, and supporters made possible.
Stories of Change
Welcome to the Foundation, Ben!
We’re thrilled to welcome our new Philanthropy Advisor, Ben Strand!
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Meet the American Marten, Wisconsin’s only endangered mammal
Meet the American Marten, Wisconsin’s only endangered mammal that’s recovering after near extinction from over-trapping and habitat loss.
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Conservation Career Spotlights: Latino Conservation Week
Latino Conservation Week is September 14th through 22nd and to celebrate we’re highlighting Latine conservationists across Wisconsin.
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