In the past, wildlife management has been supported primarily by sportsmen through the purchase of hunting and fishing licenses and most of the money was used to benefit game species. While some nongame wildlife benefit from programs designed to safeguard game species, like the preservation of wetlands for ducks, most nongame wildlife need programs tailored specifically to their needs. Unfortunately, nongame wildlife has never had the financial support from the public that is needed to ensure its continued existence. A space is reserved on the state income tax form for taxpayers receiving a refund to contribute all or a part of that refund to the Nongame and Endangered Species Conservation Fund. It's as simple as writing in the amount.
Contributions come directly out of the refund.
Your contribution may qualify as a Federal Tax. Plant species and natural plant communities provide habitat for all wildlife species and are an integral part of the nongame wildlife conservation program. Conducting an inventory of natural or unique habitats containing elements of Nebraska's rare and unique plant and animal species, and implementing protection programs. A pair of peregrines has nested on the Woodman Tower each year since 1991. The River Otter reintroduction and restoration program.