Whitetails Unlimited distributed $812,944 in grants during Q2 2026 across its four pillar programs: Outdoor Education, Hunting Preservation, Habitat Enhancement, and Shooting Sports Advancement, with the Hunting Preservation program receiving the largest allocation.
Whitetails Unlimited granted $97,806 to the Catch-A-Dream Foundation for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, primarily through the Dream Sheds program initiated by Mark and Terry Drury of Drury Outdoors. Since 2006, Whitetails Unlimited has provided over $950,000 to support the foundation's mission of providing hunting and fishing trips to children with life-threatening illnesses.
Whitetails Unlimited granted $125,620 to 4-H programs during the 2025-2026 fiscal year to support youth shooting sports and leadership development. The organization's Target Program aims to preserve the hunting tradition for future generations through hands-on learning experiences.
Whitetails Unlimited granted $33,593 to the Champaign County Outdoor Heritage Chapter in Ohio to support youth pheasant hunts, archery education, NASP programs, and local wildlife area improvements.
Whitetails Unlimited granted $308,839 to over 80 organizations in Indiana for outdoor education, habitat enhancement, and hunting and shooting sports preservation. The organization supported Indiana National Archery in the Schools Programs and other shooting sports groups to develop the next generation of hunting and shooting sports enthusiasts.
Whitetails Unlimited granted $278,068 to over 80 organizations in Iowa for outdoor education, habitat enhancement, and hunting preservation. Funds supported the Preserving the Hunting Tradition program and shooting sports groups including NASP, 4-H shooting sports, and clay target teams.
Whitetails Unlimited awarded $18,500 to shooting sport organizations in South Dakota, including 4-H, Boy Scouts of America, and scholastic trap teams. The grants support hundreds of youth through WTU's Staying on Target Program, which promotes shooting sports and hunting traditions.
Whitetails Unlimited granted $13,535 to the Spring Grove Lions High School Clay Target Club in Minnesota through its Staying on Target Program. The co-ed team, established in 2016, serves students from 6th grade through high school seniors and competes in trap and 5 stand disciplines.
Whitetails Unlimited granted $334,536 to over 130 organizations in Michigan for outdoor education, habitat enhancement, and hunting preservation. The funds were distributed through the organization's 47 Michigan chapters and its Preserving the Hunting Tradition Program.
Whitetails Unlimited granted $442,384 to over 150 organizations in Ohio for outdoor education, habitat enhancement, and hunting preservation. Funds supported the Preserving the Hunting Tradition program and shooting sports groups including NASP, 4-H shooting sports, and clay target teams.
Whitetails Unlimited distributed $841,768 in grants during Q1 2026 across its four pillar programs: Outdoor Education, Hunting Preservation, Habitat Enhancement, and Shooting Sports Advancement. The DEER Program and Preserving the Hunting Tradition Program received the largest allocations, supporting youth education and hunter safety initiatives.
USA Archery received a USFWS Multi-State Conservation Grant to lead a nationwide initiative increasing target archery participation before the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The project, partnering with state fish and wildlife agencies, will develop recruitment and retention strategies supported by research from Responsive Management, delivering a digital toolkit with marketing strategies and engagement assets.
Whitetails Unlimited granted $46,561 to mission-related projects in Georgia, supporting outdoor education, habitat enhancement, and hunting preservation through its 12 Georgia chapters. The organization's Staying on Target Program helps youth gain shooting sports experience to preserve hunting traditions for future generations.
Whitetails Unlimited awarded $10,000 to the Louisiana Wildlife Agents Association (LWAA) to support their annual conference. The LWAA, comprising Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement agents and retirees, focuses on hunting and fishing education, conservation, and anti-poaching efforts.
Whitetails Unlimited distributed $318,541 in grants through its HOPE for Wildlife Program, with funds primarily supporting land acquisitions for public hunting access. The organization partners with state and federal agencies to enhance wildlife habitat, increase hunting opportunities, and reduce poaching through initiatives like Deer Management and Whitetail Watch.
The MidwayUSA Foundation is accepting applications through April 1 for its annual range development grant cycle, with individual grants not exceeding $75,000 or 50% of project budgets. Since inception, the Foundation has awarded over $8 million to facilities nationwide to support youth shooting sports infrastructure and training opportunities.
Whitetails Unlimited granted $267,948 to over 50 organizations in Illinois for outdoor education, habitat enhancement, and hunting preservation. Funds supported the Preserving the Hunting Tradition program and shooting sports groups including NASP, 4-H Shooting Sports, and clay target teams.
The Council to Advance Hunting and Shooting Sports is offering $5,000 student scholarship sponsorships to the National R3 Symposium, covering travel, lodging, registration, and meals. The program connects industry, agency, and conservation partners with emerging Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation professionals while providing sponsors with visibility and access to student research and talent pipelines.
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation awarded $400,000 to the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies to fund three state-led projects in Nevada, Washington, and Wyoming aimed at conserving big game seasonal habitat and migration corridors. Projects include sagebrush habitat enhancement, shrubsteppe restoration, and moose movement corridor mapping.
Whitetails Unlimited granted $128,868 to mission-related projects in Minnesota through its 30 state chapters. The majority of grants support the Staying on Target program, which advances shooting sports through partnerships with NASP, SCTP, S3DA, and USA Clay Target League.