The Wildlife Education Grant Program is administered by a partnership between AEDC Rural Services Division and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC). This program converts the fine money collected from fish and wildlife citations issued by AGFC wildlife officers into grant funds for school conservation education programs.
Only K-12 schools or conservation districts in Arkansas, regardless of size or population are eligible to apply. Specific programs eligible for funding include, but are not limited to, the study of general fish and wildlife conservation issues, Project WILD Workshops, Outdoor Adventures Curriculum, Archery in the Schools (AIS) [formerly ANASP], Youth Shooting Sports (YYS) [formerly AYSSP], Fishing in the Natural State (FINS), Arkansas Stream Team, School Yard Habitat Site Development, and specialized AGFC conservation education/educator training workshops focused on the programs above. In addition, funds may be used by educators to take students on field trips to AGFC Nature Centers, Hatcheries and Wildlife Management Areas.
The Wildlife Grant has transitioned to direct deposit; to receive your grant funds your grant will be deposited to your school or conservation district bank account. If you do not know your vendor number for direct deposit, please reach out to the Office of State Procurement. You can reach the Office of State Procurement at 501-324-9316 or go to their website here.
FY2027 Deadline: November 12th, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Download the Fines by County FY 2027
For Questions Contact:
Becca Caldwell, Director of Rural Services, (501) 682-3292
Anna Campbell, Grants Manager, (501) 683-4410
