07/27/2026
Backyard Microgrants Update (12/?)
Bats are vital to healthy ecosystems, consuming large quantities of insects—including moths, beetles, and mosquitoes. Oklahoma is home to at least 23 bat species, seven of which commonly use bat houses. However, habitat loss and limited roosting sites can restrict their populations.
Wild Green Future gave a microgrant to The Red Dirt Sisters Women on the Wing Chapter to support the purchase of materials for 15 bat houses during their hands-on community workshop in central Oklahoma. These structures will be installed in suitable urban and rural locations to provide critical roosting habitat for native bat species.
Bats are vital to healthy ecosystems, consuming large quantities of insects—including moths, beetles, and mosquitoes—through echolocation. By installing bat houses, this project supports natural pest control while promoting biodiversity. Because successful occupancy depends on proper design and placement, the workshop emphasized best practices to maximize long-term success.
The workshop featured local bat experts and horticulturists who taught participants about Oklahoma’s bat species, their ecological role, and how native plants support the insects bats rely on for food.
From Red Dirt Sisters Women on the Wing Chapter president Ashley:
“We had a stellar event and learned all about bat habitat, conservation, and bats as a keynote pollinator for agave. We had a great turnout and made over 16 bat boxes.”
We’re thankful for the opportunity to provide support for this wonderful project!
Funding for 2026 microgrants was generously provided by a donation from Angry Birds!
Please consider donating to Wild Green Future to support more great projects like this one!
