FIF 2026 Research Grant Application

 

From genetics and territorial home range to dietary patterns and microplastics in the body, we are learning more every year about island fox biology, health, and the role they play in the island ecosystem.

Friends of the Island Fox is accepting applications for our 

 

2026 Island Fox Research Grant

Applications will be accepted for amounts up to $7,000

Deadline:   June 15, 2026

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How will you add to island fox science? 

 See past research grant recipient projects.

 

Friends of the Island Fox Research Grant 2025

Friends of the Island Fox 

is currently accepting applications through June 15 

for the FIF 2025 Research Grant

 

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In 2025, Friends of the Island Fox is offering up to $7,000 in support to research projects benefiting greater understanding of the island fox and the Channel Island ecosystem.

From the genetic impacts of near extinction and specific genetic influences on health to drought impacts on fox diet and counting island spotted skunks, FIF supports research to improve the understanding of island fox survival and the complexity of the Channel Island ecosystem.

See prior grant winning projects.

It's all Science for Fox Sake!

 

Scientific data is vital for making informed conservation decisions. Your donations help gather scientific knowledge and build the next generation of scientists and field biologists. 

Fox Foto Friday - FIF Research Grant Deadline

Are you looking to study island fox behavior? Maybe diet fluctuation brought on by drought? How about tick-borne disease as a threat to island foxes?

Friends of the Island Fox is interested in supporting research that will help island foxes have a sustainable future. 

Apply for the FIF Research Grant

But HURRY! The deadline is Sunday July 15th.

FIF Research Grant

Friends of the Island Fox is happy to announce 

the FIF Research Grant

The mission of Friends of the Island Fox (FIF) is to bring together conservation professionals and concerned private citizens to create public awareness about the island fox and to raise funds to support education, research and conservation measures to ensure the island fox's survival and protect its island home.

In 2018, Friends of the Island Fox is making $5,000 available in grant funding to researchers working on projects that align with our mission.

Applications will be accepted through July 15, 2018 and recipients will be notified September 1, 2018.

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From diet fluctuation and territory use, to disease and longevity, there is much we still need to know about island foxes.

Your donations to Friends of the Island Fox

help make this research grant possible