The Human-Wildlife Initiative (IHF) has opened applications for its 2025 grand programme, offering up to €50,000 to support innovative projects aimed at improving coexistence between wildlife and human activities across metropolitan France.
The initiative is seeking concrete solutions to address growing challenges posed by wildlife populations, including wolves, bears, lynx, deer, wild boar, and birds of prey, which increasingly come into contact with human activities.
The programme targets four key areas where human-wildlife conflict is most prominent. Agriculture remains the primary focus, with grants available for projects that adapt farming practices to protect livestock and crops. The initiative particularly welcomes pilot projects that demonstrate effective strategies and foster collaboration between farmers and conservationists.
Ecological corridors represent another priority, with funding available for projects that identify and maintain wildlife movement routes while reducing habitat fragmentation. The programme encourages integration of these corridors into local land-use planning.
Outdoor sports compatibility is also targeted, with grants supporting projects that promote harmony between nature-based sports and wildlife conservation through adapted practices and public awareness campaigns.
Lastly, education and awareness initiatives round out the programme, with funding for campaigns, workshops, demonstrations, and expert conferences designed to build public understanding and acceptance of coexistence measures.
Two funding levels available
Applicants can choose between two funding levels: smaller projects with budgets up to €15,000 can apply through the DC1 application form, while larger initiatives with budgets up to €50,000 may apply via the DC2 route. However, DC2 projects must secure 40% co-financing from other sources.
Additionally, all projects must begin in the first quarter of 2026.
The Human-Wildlife Initiative operates under the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation and represents a significant funding opportunity for practical wildlife coexistence projects in Metropolitan France.
All interested organisation and individuals must submit their application forms and budget tables by October 16th to ihf@fpa2.org. The application form is available on the initiative’s website
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Main photo by the Human-Wildlife Initiative