Sources for Funding

Grants up to $10,000

American Association of Zoo Keepers Grants
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To encourage research conducted by animal keepers at zoos and aquariums.
Qualifications:
Applicant must be a full-time permanent keeper at an AZA-member institution with at least two years animal-keeping experience.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Four grants available at $1,000 each - AAZK-Geraldine Meyer Professional Travel Grant
- AAZK/ AZA Advances in Animal Keeping Course Grant
- Conservation, Preservation, and Restoration Grant
- Research Grant
Funding Restrictions:
Grant cannot be used for the purchase of live specimens, nor to offset or pay wages for a keeper or other participant.
Additional Information:
See http://www.aazk.org/grants/grants.php for details and applications.
Shelly Roach
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
P.O. Box 400
Powell, Ohio 43065
AAZK, Inc. Administrative Offices
3601 S.W. 29th Street, Suite 133
Topeka, Kansas 66614-2054
E-mail: shelly.roach@columbuszoo.org
Closing Dates:
1 February and 1 July for the AAZK-Geraldine Meyer Professional Travel Grant
- 1 July for the AAZK/ AZA Advances in Animal Keeping Course Grant
 - 1 June for the Conservation, Preservation, and Restoration Grant
- 1 June for the Research Grant

American Society of Primatologists Conservation Small Grants
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Supporting conservation research or related projects, including conservation education, related to primates.
Qualifications:
ASP and IPS (International Primatological Society) members working in habitat countries are especially urged to apply or to help someone from a habitat country submit a meaningful project, which can be a portion of a larger effort.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Grants range from $500 to $1,500, for a period of one year.
Funding Restrictions:
None listed.
Additional Information:
http://www.asp.org/grants/SmallGrants/ASPSmallGrant2007.html

American Society of Primatologists
Charles Menzel, Ph.D.
Language Research Center
Georgia State University
3401 Panthersville Road
Decatur, GA 30034
E-mail: lrccrm@langate.gsu.edu
Closing Date:
Not available.

Amphibian TAG Advisory Group (ATAG) Grant
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Supporting amphibian conservation within the AZA community, particularly projects that address ATAG Regional Collection Plan Conservation or Education Goals.
Qualifications
None specified.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Annual awards average $1,000.
Funding Restrictions:
None specified.
Additional Information:
Diane Barber, ATAG Chair
Curator of Ectotherms, Fort Worth Zoo
1989 Colonial Parkway
Fort Worth, TX 76110
dbarber@fortworthzoo.org
Phone: (817) 759-7180
Closing Date:
Not available

Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To fund clinically oriented and/or conservation research projects involving either reptiles and/or amphibians. Proposals will be evaluated based on clinical significance, conservation relevance, feasibility of proposal, and research methodology.
Qualifications:
Clinically oriented proposals and proposals submitted by ARAV members will be given priority.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Typical awards are in the range of $2,000 to $3,000.
Funding Restrictions:
It is expected that the research should be completed in 12 - 18 months. Recipients of funding will be asked to either present their results at the ARAV annual conference or publish them in the Journal of Reptilian Medicine and Surgery.
Additional Information:
Please see http://www.arav.org/Grants.htm for more information.
Byron JS de la Navarre, DVM
Animal House of Chicago, Complete Veterinary Care, Inc.
2752 W. Lawrence
Chicago, IL
E-mail: exotxdr@aol.com
Phone: (773) 878-8002
Fax: (773) 878-0546
Closing Date:
Not available

AZA Avian SAG ~ Grants for Leadership Development and Advances in Aviculture
Primary Purpose of Grant:
ASAG offers small grants to bird keepers and working bird husbandry supervisors. These grants support travel to ASAG sponsored workshops for the purpose of presenting papers on advancements in the care and reproduction of avian species in zoos and/or field conservation projects in which the applicant has been involved in a lead role. It is envisioned that grant recipients will become more familiar with ASAG purpose and goals, begin to establish a network of colleagues and mentors, and become active participating members of the group.
Qualifications:
Grant applicants must be paid employees of an AZA accredited institution (or current AZA member in good standing), working in a position that involves the care and management of captive birds. Persons holding the title Curator of Birds (or its equivalent) at an AZA-accredited institution are not eligible. Applicants must be willing to write a professional paper on a topic relevant to zoo aviculture and travel to the next scheduled ASAG workshop to present it (workshops typically held in conjunction with an AZA regional conference; locations and dates vary annually).
Preferred topics are those which involve: taxa of current or future priority in the appropriate TAG regional collection plans; taxa for which innovation in breeding or captive management are needed; taxa of conservation priority in the wild; significant advancements in the welfare of captive zoo birds. Applicants will also be judged on their leadership potential, initiative and problem solving skills as recommended by their direct supervisor.
Amount and Term of Grant:
One-time grant award will have a maximum of $800.00, but can be less based on actual travel needs/costs.
Funding Restrictions:
Grant funds can be used for transportation costs, hotel, meals and conference registration fees. Only those expenses in line with ASAG travel expense guidelines will be reimbursed (those specific guidelines will be included at the time of the grant award). Please download the application form for complete terms.
Closing Dates:
Pre-Proposal Submission Deadline: 1 November-
Full Paper Submission Deadline: 15 January
-Qualified applicants will be notified by 15 December and invited to submit their full paper by 1 February.
Additional Information:
Ken Reininger, Curator of Birds
North Carolina Zoo
4401 Zoo Parkway
Asheboro, NC 27205
Phone: (336) 879-7605
E-mail: Ken.Reininger@nczoo.org

AZA Bat Taxon Advisory Group Small Grants Program
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To support zoo and aquarium staff who are engaged in scientific efforts related to bat management, in situ biological conservation, conservation education, veterinary health, nutrition, zoological research and reproduction, especially those from endangered or threatened species.
Qualifications:
All AZA zoo and aquarium staff engaged in animal care and management, veterinary medicine or scientific research is eligible. Researchers who are not AZA members may be sponsored by an AZA accredited facility.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Two $500 awards are offered one time a year
Funding Restrictions:
Requests to cover the cost of printing studbooks or other material will be considered, but the emphasis of the program is to facilitate research and conservation efforts.
Closing Dates:
1 January of each year
Additional Information:
Steve Wing, General Curator
Louisville Zoological Gardens
P.O. Box 37250
Louisville, KY
Phone: (502) 459-2181

Carnivore Nutrition Research Grants
Primary Purpose of Grants:
To support nutritional studies of zoo or wild carnivorous species. Projects, including field studies, that demonstrate multi-disciplinary links between nutrition and other scientific disciplines (i.e. reproduction, immune function, behavior and health), receive highest funding priority. Nutrition education programs, development/application of new analytical techniques, and diet evaluation and review for improved feeding management are also appropriate. Funded by Central Nebraska Packing, Inc. (“Nebraska Brand”).
Qualifications:
None listed.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Annual awards of up to $1,000
Funding Restrictions:
None listed.
Additional Information:
Proposal guidelines, additional information and applications may be obtained by contacting Lloyd Woodward, General Manager at cenpack@kdsi.net.
Closing Dates:
15 August (may vary from year to year)

Chicago Zoological Society Chicago Board of Trade: Endangered Species Fund
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The Chicago Zoological Society is soliciting new proposals for the Chicago Board of Trade Endangered Species Fund for the second grant cycle of 2008.
In general, the CBOT Committee wishes to have grant funds applied to the following types of actions: Projects that will assist directly in the protection of populations of threatened and endangered species; or a specific habitat that is of high biological value or that is substantially threatened (IUCN Red List Status). This includes projects that will quantitatively assess population and environmental status with indications of best conservation strategy and projects that will help achieve sustainable relations between local people and the species of concern. The development of educational materials and training of local people that promote these aims are very welcome components of the projects.
Qualifications:
Grants are open to SSC Specialist Group Chairs and Officers, AZA/WAZA Chairs and Officers, and all interested researchers. Each group should select and submit only one proposal that has been ranked as the highest funding priority and endorsed by the group.
Amount and Term of Grant:
The Fund will support small projects usually up to $5,000 (smaller requests will fare better).
Funding Restrictions:
Travel from U.S. and Europe to field sites in developing countries will not be funded, but travel within target countries will be considered. There is the expectation that some kinds of equipment will be standard and will already be in the possession of qualified investigators.
Additional Information:
Please read visit the website at http://www.czs.org/czs/cbotgrant and be sure to read the Criteria and Submission Guidelines.
Carla Owens
Manager, Library Services
Chicago Zoological Society
Brookfield Zoo
3300 S. Golf Rd.
Brookfield, IL 60513
Phone: 708-688-8583 (direct line)
E-mail: cbotesf@czs.org
Fax: 708-688-7583
Closing Date:
Not available.

Cleveland Zoological Society Scott Neotropical Fund
Primary Purpose of Grants:
The Scott Neotropical Fund supports the work of neotropical residents in their countries through direct project support, training opportunities, and/or technical assistance that will continue to benefit the local people, wildlife and habitats of the neotropics into the future. The primary beneficiary of the funds as well as the impact of the project must be within the neotropics (Mexico, Central America, South America and the Caribbean).
Qualifications:
None listed.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Annual awards range from $3000 - $5000.
Funding Restrictions:
Recipients must be living and working in Latin America.
Additional Information:
For more information about eligibility criteria and proposal guidelines, see the Zoo's web page at http://www.clemetzoo.com/conservation/grants/scott/
Contact: Sonia Di Fiore
Phone: (216) 635-2526
E-mail: sld@clevelandmetroparks.com
Closing Dates:
Not available.

Columbus Zoo Fund for Conservation
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The Conservation and Collection Management Committee aims to have a direct effect on wildlife conservation through awarding grants which promote sound and sustainable practices that integrate conservation research, capacity-building, education and community involvement around the globe. The Committee also provides oversight and direction to the Zoo regarding on-site scientific studies, living collection management and animal health programs.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Average grants range from $1,000 to $10,000, although larger grants have been allocated
Closing Date:
Proposals are accepted by the 15th of each month for presentation at the following month’s CCMC meeting.
Additional Information:
For information about the application process or to request an application form, contact the Field Conservation Coordinator, at (614) 724-3409

US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Environmental Education Grants
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To support environmental education projects that enhance the public's awareness, knowledge, and skills to make informed decisions that affect environmental quality.
Qualifications:
Applicant organizations must be located in the United States and the majority of the educational activities must take place in the United States, Canada and/or Mexico. A teacher's school district, an educator's nonprofit organization, or a faculty member's college or university may apply, but an individual teacher, educator, or faculty member may not.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Because of limited funds, EPA prefers to award smaller grants to more recipients. Also, Congress requires that at least 25% will go to small grants of $5,000 or less. The notice states that chances of being funded are significantly increased if you request $5,000 or less from an EPA regional office or $100,000 or less from EPA Headquarters.
Funding Restrictions:
Grants require non-federal matching funds for at least 25% of the total cost of the project.
Additional Information:
See http://www.epa.gov/enviroed/grants.html
Closing Date:
Not listed.

International Herpetological Symposium, Inc. Grants Program
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To provide financial assistance to individuals or organizations conducting herpetological research, conservation, and education.
Qualifications:
Projects should represent one of the following categories:
· Herpetological Natural History Proposals in this category should address new field research in areas such as population distribution, behavioral ecology, and life history strategies of amphibians or reptiles.
· Herpetological Conservation Biology Proposals in this category should address new research on endangered or threatened amphibian or reptile species or the phenomena that affect the maintenance, decline, and restoration of their natural habitat.
· Captive Propagation Proposals in this category should address research in captive behavioral studies or new techniques in captive maintenance and breeding of amphibians or reptiles.
· Herpetological Education Proposals in this category should address starting and/or maintaining an educational program pertaining to amphibians or reptiles at a facility available to the public, such as a zoological park, school, or community center.
Applicants may be anyone from the herpetological community. When a grant is awarded, the recipient agrees to abide all local, state and federal laws. Recipients will be encouraged to present their findings at the next year's symposium. Recipients will also agree to mention the IHS in any publications resulting from this grant award.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Grants are initially in the amount of up to $500 and will be awarded to applicants whose projects represent a significant contribution to herpetology culture. The total number of grants awarded will depend solely upon the balance of the grant fund in any given year. Depending on the applications received, an attempt will be made to award a grant to each category and some categories may receive more than one award. The committee reserves the right to reassign the category under which a given proposal is submitted.
Funding Restrictions:
Grants may not be used to support salary, tuition, or publication expenses.
Additional Information:
See http://www.kingsnake.com/ihs/grant.html for instructions on how to apply.
Closing Date:
Not listed.

John Ball Zoological Society Wildlife Conservation Fund
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Support in situ and ex situ wildlife conservation, captive animal management, and educational programs. Such as: enhance or assist wild animal preservation, native and exotic, threatened and endangered, and their habitat management; enhance or improve captive animal management including environmental design; assist in the development of education programming in concert with the above purposes.
Note: Grants are not awarded for exhibit development or graphics for AZA accredited zoos or zoos in North America.
Qualifications:
None listed.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Grants range from $750 to $2,500, no timetable for project completion is given. Awards are made in June.
Funding Restrictions:
None listed.
Additional Information:
See http://www.johnballzoosociety.org/ or call 616-336-4301
Closing Date:
Varies year to year. Information is online.

Margot Marsh Biodiversity Foundation Primate Action Fund
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Supporting the conservation of endangered nonhuman primates and their natural habitats. Highest priority is given to in situ projects carried out by in-country staff native to the study region. The Foundation also favors projects that strengthen international networks of field-based specialists.
Qualifications:
None listed.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Grants generally range from $1,000-$3,000; term of project is not listed.
Funding Restrictions:
None listed.
Additional Information:
Margot Marsh Biodiversity Foundation Primate Action Fund
Conservation International

1919 M Street, NW Suite 600

Washington, DC 20036 USA
Phone: (202) 912-1031
Toll-Free in the US: 1-800-406-2306
Closing Date:
None listed.

Memphis Zoo Conservation Action Network Emergency Conservation Grants
Primary Purpose of Grants:
To provide financial support for crucial emergency conservation action unencumbered by traditional grant cycles.
Qualifications:
Applicants must be Memphis Zoo staff and/or research affiliates of the Memphis Zoo.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Grants will be awarded on an as-needed basis, and are open year round. The awards will be for less than $3,000.
Funding Restrictions:
None specified.
Additional Information:
Applicants must submit a letter of intent to the Memphis Zoo's Curator of Research and Conservation , Dr. Andy Kouba
Memphis Zoo
2000 Prentiss Place
Memphis TN, 38112
Phone: (901) 725-3410
Fax: (901) 725-9305
E-mail: akouba@memphiszoo.org
Closing Dates:
None; applications are reviewed on an as-needed basis.

Miami Metro Zoo Conservation and Research Fund
Primary Purpose of Grants:
To support wildlife conservation efforts. Evaluation criteria are based on maximum impact on wildlife conservation.
Qualifications:
None listed
Amount and Term of Grant:
Up to $5,000.
Funding Restrictions:
Applications will be accepted from individuals, non-profit organizations or municipalities.
Additional Information:
For guidelines and application forms, contact:
Linda Cunningham
Phone: (305) 253-5050
Fax: (305) 378-6381
Closing Dates:
31 August (may vary from year to year)

Minnesota Zoo Ulysses S. Seal Conservation Grant Program
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Awards small grants to support conservation projects promoting the conservation of wildlife and natural ecosystems through a competitive grants program. Priority is given to projects with a direct link to field-based conservation but worthy zoo-based conservation research projects are also considered.
Qualifications:
To receive support, a Minnesota Zoo staff member needs to champion the project. Staff at the zoo submits applications, and grants are awarded on a quarterly basis.
Amount and Term of Grant:
The average is $2,300.
Additional Information:
http://www.mnzoo.com/conservation/International/CAT/index.asp
National Geographic Society Education Foundation Teacher Grants
Primary Purpose of Grants:
To support individual teachers or teaching teams in the classroom, district or community for work in four areas: a) exploring uses of new technologies; b) expanding student experiential learning opportunities; c) providing professional development and mentoring; and) engaging families and/or communities in education.
Qualifications:
None listed.
Amount and Term of Grant:
$500 to $5,000
Funding Restrictions:
Teacher Grants may not be used for administrative overhead; air travel; capital or deficit expenses; computer hardware, scholarships, or travel fellowships. Purchase of classroom materials and equipment must be justified as essential to the project. The purchase of software or other equipment should not exceed 25% of the amount requested from NOGGS.
Additional Information:
Contact:
Teacher Grants NG'S Education Foundation
1145 19th Street NW
Washington DC, 20036
Additional Information: and online applications can be found online at www.earthwatch.org/foundation.
Closing Dates:
Listed on website.

National Wildlife Federation's Species Recovery Fund
Primary Purpose of Grant:
National Wildlife Federation's Keep the Wild Alive grants assist groups in implementing their innovative ideas for helping imperiled species featured in the WA campaign.
Qualifications:
See Web site for details.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Ten grants, each between $3,000 and $7,000, most projects funded for one year
Funding Restrictions:
See http://www.nwf.org/careergateway/fellowships.cfm for target species for this year's funding.
Additional Information:
Inland Hang
National Wildlife Federation
hang@unforged
Phone: (202) 797-6892
Closing Date:
Not listed

NEW Zoological Society Conservation Fund
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Support wildlife conservation and research efforts directly benefiting wildlife in their native ranges worldwide.
Qualifications:
Both organizations and individuals are eligible. Award nominees will be given to those projects dedicated to results-based solutions. Applications from other AZA-accredited facilities will be accepted; however projects should focus directly on wildlife within their native habitats.
Amount and Term of Grant:
The Fund has no set maximum or minimum awards and funding will be for a one-year term only. In the past, however, the Fund has supported projects ranging from $250 to $1000 for a one-year term.
Funding Restrictions:
No capital expenditures. The fund cannot underwrite the captive breeding efforts of other animal management facilities.
Additional Information:
Individuals interested in applying for a conservation grant can find all application-related materials on-line at: http://www.thenewzoo.com/society/conservation-fund.php
Neil Anderson, Zoo Director, (920) 434-8597
N.E.W. Zoological Society, Inc. (920) 434-6814
Kathy Walker, Edu. Coordinator (920) 434-4162
Donations can be made directly to the conservation fund by contacting the N.E.W. Zoological Society, Inc. at (920) 434-6814.

Oregon Zoo - Future for Wildlife Grants Program
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To support field conservation programs in the Pacific Northwest and abroad. Funded projects must directly contribute to the survival of populations of free-living animal species and the ecosystems in which they are found.
Qualifications:
Funded projects must directly contribute to the survival of populations of free-living animal species and the ecosystems in which they are found.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Small grants averaging $2,000.
Funding Restrictions:
Funds are only distributed to organizations, not individuals, and are not for/ does not include/allow overhead costs.
Additional Information:
See http://www.oregonzoo.org/ConservationNew/grants.htm

Anne Warner
Conservation manager, Future for Wildlife Grants Program
Oregon Zoo
4001 SW Canyon Road
2005 Market Street, Suite 1700
Portland, OR 97221
Closing Date:
Proposals must be received by 30 June and 31 December, respectively. Applications are reviewed in July and January of each calendar year.

Philadelphia Zoo Community Conservation Grant
Primary Purpose of Grant:
In honor of the 150th anniversary of the Philadelphia Zoo’s charter, we will be giving back to our community in a number of ways, including shifting our international granting program to support locally-based environmental programs in the tri-state area.
Qualifications:
Eligible programs should focus on individual or group efforts that address one or more of the focal areas listed above. Preference will be given to projects within the Philadelphia region, but more widely distributed initiatives within the tri-state area will also be considered. Areas of study: Wildlife and/or environmental protection; sustainability; greening initiatives; open space, conservation education, environmental awareness.
Restrictions:
Will not fund salaries.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Up to $1,500 per grant
Additional Information:
http://zoo.pgh.pa.us/zoo.asp?ContentID=346
Administrative Assistant
Department of Science and Conservation
Pittsburgh Zoo
One Wild Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Phone: (412) 665-3766
E-mail: conservation@zoo.pgh.pa.us
Closing Date:
January 31, 2009 – funds awarded April 1, 2009

Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium Conservation Fund
Primary Purpose of Grants:
To support the preservation of wildlife and wild habitat. A wide variety of projects will be considered, but field studies and cross-disciplinary approaches to conservation are especially encouraged.
Qualifications:
A wide variety of projects will be considered, but field studies and cross-disciplinary approaches to conservation are especially encouraged. For projects conducted outside the United States, evidence of strong local involvement is essential.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Annual awards of from $1,000 to $3,000.
Funding Restrictions:
Visitor surveys, travel and training (except to bring foreign researchers to meetings) and seed money for technique development are not appropriate for this fund.
Additional Information:
Visit: http://zoo.pgh.pa.us/zoo.asp?ContentID=346

Closing Dates:
The Zoo is not accepting applications for the Conservation Fund in 2008. Resume application process in late 2009.

Riverbanks Conservation Fund
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To support AZA Conservation Committee (SSP, TAG, CAP, SAG) projects identified as priorities in AZA-endorsed Action Plans; AZA Conservation Committees (other requests); outside agencies (USFWS, state wildlife agencies, etc.); and individual researchers.
Qualifications:
None listed.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Awards generally do not exceed $1,000 per project.
Funding Restrictions:
See Primary Purpose section above.
Additional Information:
Ed Diebold, Director of Animal Collections
Riverbanks Zoological Park
P.O. Box 1060
Columbia, SC 29202
Phone: (803) 779-8717
Fax: (803) 256-6463
Closing Date:
1 February

Roger Williams Park Zoo Sophie Danforth Conservation Biology Fund
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Projects designed to enhance biodiversity and maintain ecosystems receive highest funding priority; proposals for single species or initial surveys are not appropriate.
Qualifications:
None listed.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Grants do not exceed $1,000; term of project is not listed.
Funding Restrictions:
None listed.
Additional Information:
See http://www.rwpzoo.org/conservation/danforth.cfm Conservation Section or contact:
Sophie Danforth Conservation Biology Fund
Roger Williams Park Zoo
Providence, Rhode Island 02907
Fax: (401) 941-3988
E-mail: ldabek@rwpzoo.org
Closing Date:
1 June (may vary from year to year)

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo/Cleveland Zoological Society Africa Seed Grants Program
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Supports conservation and research projects in Africa. Proposals requesting funds may include projects in the field or in captivity and funding is provided to projects that are consistent with Cleveland Metroparks Zoo's mission "To improve the future for wildlife...” Examples of such projects include: natural history, ecology and habitat studies; programs that establish, evaluate or enhance ecotourism, community-based conservation, conservation education, community development, etc; conservation or training workshops, etc; Materials, supplies, infrastructure and equipment for in-situ project support; projects that improve the management of a species in the wild (in-situ or ex-situ component)
Amount and Term of Grant:
$1000-$3500
Closing Date:
Pre-Proposal Application Deadline September 18, 2009
Additional Information:
Visit www.clemetzoo.com/conservation/grants

NEZS Conservation & Research Grants
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Supports a wide variety of conservation and research projects around the world. A list of these projects is on the Chester Zoo’s annual report.
Qualifications:
Applications are encouraged from projects relating to threatened species conservation and the conservation of biodiversity. Preference may be given for projects involving species held at Chester Zoo, projects that compliment the Zoo’s ongoing conservation and research programs and/or those that would benefit from technical support from Chester Zoo.
Grant Amount:
Approximately £2500
Closing Date:
Accepted all year
Additional Information:
For information on how to apply e-mail enquires to conservation@chesterzoo.org

Grants from $10,000 to $25,000

AZA Conservation Endowment Fund Grants
Primary Purpose of Grants:
To support cooperative conservation and related scientific and educational activities of AZA member institutions and their collaborators. The types of projects funded are those in the following fields: animal health, animal welfare, breeding and reintroduction, education, field conservation, professional training, and wildlife biology and conservation.
Qualifications:
All principal investigators (i.e., those responsible for completing the project) must be individual members of AZA. All others should be listed as collaborators in the narrative of the proposal.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Most awards fall in the range of $10,000 to $20,000. Larger awards are considered on a case-by-case basis. There is no time limit for project completion.
Funding Restrictions:
Grant monies cannot be used for overhead or salaries, except for graduate student stipends or technicians. Travel costs unrelated to the completion of the project (e.g., conference presentation expenses) also are not supported. Ownership of major equipment (e.g., computers) may revert to the AZA Conservation and Science Department at the completion of the project.
Additional Information and/or Application:
See http://www.aza.org/ConScience/WhatIsCEF/ for program description and application information or contact:
Director of Conservation and Science
Association of Zoos and Aquariums
8403 Colesville Road, Suite 710
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3314
Closing Date:
The CEF application deadline is April 1, 2009 at 5:00 P.M. EDT.

Morris Animal Foundation Research Grants
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Support studies designed to improve the health of dogs, cats and horses; but the Foundation has also funded studies in the zoo and wildlife area, including an on-going Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project grant program.
Qualifications:
None listed.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Grants to not exceed $15,000 per year.
Funding Restrictions:
None listed.
Additional Information:
See http://www.morrisanimalfoundation.org/scientists or contact:
Morris Animal Foundation
45 Inverness Drive East
Englewood, CO 80112
Closing Date:
Not listed.

SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund works with hundreds of organizations, both big and small, around the world. All of these groups share a common goal – protecting animals, people and places. Aiming to achieve long-term conservation success, we support projects that are: Science-based, Solution-driven, and Community-oriented. We support projects in four key categories: species research, animal rescue and rehabilitation, habitat protection, and conservation education.
Amount and Term of Grant:
The Fund has no set minimum or maximum grant amount. In the past, however, the
Fund has supported projects ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 for a one-year term. We encourage organizations to simultaneously seek additional funding from other sources if necessary to complete the objectives of the project. The Fund will consider multi-year proposals, as many worthy conservation and research efforts require multiple years to achieve results and positive impact. All projects receiving a grant award should expect a site visit by a Fund representative.
Qualifications:
The Fund accepts online applications from 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations based in the U.S., non-U.S. based non-profit organizations and NGOs, governmental entities, accredited universities and research centers, and AZA- or AMMPA-accredited institutions. Applications from individuals not affiliated with any of the entities listed above will not be accepted. In addition, applications are discouraged from university/college students working on projects as part of a degree (e.g., research for a thesis). As with all proposals receiving Fund support, the project must have broad community/constituency support and be based on legitimate scientific and conservation principals.
Funding Restrictions:
A maximum of 10 percent of the total grant may underwrite salaries of principal investigators and other supporting staff. A maximum of 5 percent of the total grant amount may underwrite indirect expenses such as administrative, utility, facility and maintenance costs. There may be exceptions to these limits, based on the specific nature and need of the project. The value/utility of major capital investments such as construction of a new facility and computer network infrastructures is long-term. The Fund is unable to support such investments that would outlive the specific project/initiative that the Fund is being asked to support. While the Fund recognizes and supports the critical importance of ex-situ efforts such as endangered species breeding programs and conservation awareness/education, its primary focus is to support conservation efforts directly benefiting wildlife in their native ranges (in-situ). For this reason, the Fund is unable to help underwrite the captive breeding efforts of other animal management facilities. However, the Fund will consider ex-situ conservation education proposals that demonstrate significant positive and sustainable impact.
Closing Date:
All grant applications for each year’s granting session are due by December 1 of the prior year. Only applications submitted via the online application form will be accepted.

Weeden Foundation
Primary Purpose of Grant:
From its inception in 1963, the Foundation embraced the protection of biodiversity as its main priority. Population growth, particularly in the United States, and over-consumption have also evolved into major program interests in order to more fully address the factors driving biological impoverishment. Organizations supported to date range from those that protect ecosystems and wildlife to those that work towards population stabilization and sustainable consumption. Projects which serve as catalysts inducing others to lend support receive priority consideration.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Average is about $17,000
Funding Restrictions:
Work or project must fall within one of five program areas: domestic biodiversity, international biodiversity, land acquisition, population, or consumption.
Additional Information:
http://www.weedenfdn.org
For more information please contact the Foundation at:
747 Third Avenue, 34th Floor
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-888-1672
Facsimile: 212-888-1354
E-mail: weedenfdn@weedenfdn.org
Closing Dates:
May 22, 2009: varies year to year

Wildlife Conservation Society Future Conservationist Awards
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The Conservation Leadership Programme is offering Future Conservationist Awards of up to $12,500 to high potential teams who aim to develop their skills through practical conservation projects. These awards are highly competitive and winners are selected from amongst the best quality applications. There will be $250,000 worth of funding available for the Future Conservationist Award winning projects in 2009.
Qualifications:
Successful applicants will: 1.) Develop the knowledge, skills and experience of team members; 2.) Implement a focused, high-priority conservation project combining research and action; 3.) Contribute to the long-term success of local conservation efforts; and 4.) Contribute to the education and awareness of local stakeholders.
Award applicants are strongly encouraged to contact a member of the programme staff well before the application deadline for advice or input on your proposal. Staff members can help teams determine if their project fits within the specified criteria, offer advice on methods and project activities, and put teams in touch with local partner offices or other experts who can offer advice.
Amount of Grant:
Up to $12,500
Additional Information:
http://www.conservationleadershipprogramme.org/FutureConservationistAward.asp
Closing Date: Already passed for 2009, accepting new applicants September 2009

Zoo Boise Conservation Fund
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Habitat restoration; Wildlife conservation and management; Community-based conservation, including eco-tourism; Conservation education, including workshops and trainings; Professional development, including education and scholarships; Scientific research related to natural history, ecology, habitat, national park inventories or biological assessments.
Amount and Term of Grant:
$1,000 to $25,000.
Additional Information:
Applications may be obtained by visiting Zoo Boise's website at www.zooboise.com or by contacting Monica Hopkins, Director of Development and Communications at (208) 384-4125 ext. 206 or via e-mail at mdhopkins@cityofboise.org.

Conservation Welfare Fund
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Supports animal welfare and conservation projects. The fund was established so that people who are working or studying in the field of animal welfare and conservation can apply for funding. We aim to provide financial aid to projects that have a direct contribution to species conservation or projects that work to increase animal welfare anywhere in the world.
Amount of Grant:
The fund has enabled us to award almost £60,000 to projects in the wild.
Additional Information:
E-mail conservation@twycrosszoo.org or visit the conservation news at www.twycrosszoo.org for more information.

Grants more than $25,000

Jessie B. Cox Charitable Trust
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To protect and enhance the natural and urban environment, and to conserve New England's natural resources, including: protection of critical natural resources, energy conservation, public awareness of the critical environmental issues facing the region.
Qualifications:
The geographic focus of the Trust is New England.
Amount and Term of Grant:
The average annual grant is about $35,000, with grants generally in the range of $25,000 to $75,000. Although the Trustees occasionally award grants outside this range, the Trust ordinarily does not consider grant requests for less than $20,000. Project support is available for multiple years.
Funding Restrictions:
See regional restrictions listed above.
Additional Information:
See http://www.hembar.com/selectsrv/jbcox/cox.html or contact:
Susan M. Fish, Grants Administrator
Donor Services Office
Hemenway & Barnes
60 State Street
Boston, MA 02109-1899
617/557-9775
E-mail: sfish@hembar.com
Closing Date:
Concept papers may be submitted at any time, but must be received by January 15, April 15, July 15 or October 15 to be considered at the next regular meeting of the Trustees.

Wilburforce Foundation
Primary Purpose of Grant:
As part of larger ecosystem protection efforts, the foundation will support programs to identify, map and inventory critical wildlife corridors, develop strategies and initiatives to prevent further ecosystem fragmentation, and implement campaigns that have goals of achieving permanent connectivity among core protected areas.
Qualifications:
The foundation will fund only those organizations that have programs currently operating in the Yellowstone to Yukon region, Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, New Mexico or Arizona. Applicant organizations must be located in the U. S. or Canada.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Most grants that awarded are in the $20,000 - $40,000 range, although larger grants may be invited by the Foundation.
Funding Restrictions:
Primarily the Yellowstone to Yukon Bioregion, American-Canadian Transboundary Arctic, British Columbia Temperate Rainforests, and wilderness and roadless areas in Washington, Oregon and the American Southwest. The foundation will also consider proposals that seek to protect other wilderness areas in Alaska and British Columbia.
Additional Information:
See http://www.wilburforce.org/grant_guidelines/index.html or contact:
Wilburforce Foundation
3601 Fremont Avenue North, Suite 304
Seattle, WA 98103-8753
Phone: (206) 632-2325
Fax: (206) 632-2326
E-mail: grants@wilburforce.org
Closing Date:
See website.

USFWS Grants up to $25,000

Latin American and Caribbean Wildlife Without Borders Grant Program (USFWS)
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The Wildlife Without Borders Latin America and the Caribbean Program (WWB-LAC) funds projects designed to strengthen the ability of Latin American and Caribbean institutions to manage and conserve species, habitats, and ecological processes for the benefit of the people of the Americas and the world. Of particular interest are projects that build the human capacity to effectively conserve and manage natural protected areas in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Qualifications:
Applicants under this program can be: federal, state, and local government agencies; non-profit, non-governmental organizations; and public and private institutions of higher education. U.S. non-profit, non-governmental organizations must submit documentary evidence of their Section 501(c)(3) non-profit status.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Preference is given to proposals requesting less than $25,000 and demonstrating significant in-kind or financial matching support. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. The period of performance for the majority of the projects funded under this Fund is one year, starting on the date the award is signed by the USFWS. Past and present recipients of awards under this Fund are eligible but must submit new proposals to compete for funding each year.
Closing Dates:
This program has two annual deadlines: October 15th and April 15th of each year
Additional Information:
Marina Ratchford
Branch of Latin America and the Caribbean Division of International Conservation
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
4401 North Farfax Drive, Room 730
Arlington, VA 22203-1622
E-mail: marina_ratchford@fws.gov
Phone: (703) 358-2480
Fax: (703) 358-2115

USFWS Grants up to $50,000

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Grants
Notice for all USFWS grants:
U.S. Government-wide policy requires that all applicant organizations and individuals, both domestic and non-domestic, must include a Dun and Bradstreet Data Universal Number System (DUNS) number on their proposal. If you do not have a DUNS number, please obtain one by going to http://www.fws.gov/international/DIC/pdf/AAG_9-6-07.pdf
Funding Restrictions: for USFWS:
See Notice of Funding Availability and Application Instructions (PDF), which have the full details.

African Elephant Grant Program (USFWS)
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The African Elephant Conservation Act (1988) provides for the establishment of an African Elephant Conservation Fund to provide support for projects that will enhance sustainable conservation programs to ensure effective, long-term conservation of African elephants throughout its range.
Qualifications:
Any government agency responsible for African elephant conservation and protection and any other organization/ individual with demonstrated experience in African elephant conservation may apply to this Fund.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Preference is given to proposals requesting less than $50,000. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. The period of performance for the majority of the projects funded under this Fund is one year, starting on the date the award is signed by the USFWS. Past and present recipients of awards under this Fund are eligible but must submit new proposals to compete for funding each year.
Additional Information:
Dr. Michelle Gadd
Branch of Near East, South Asia, and Africa Division of International Conservation
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
4401 North Farfax Drive, Room 730
Arlington, VA 22203-1622
michelle_gadd@fws.gov
Phone: (703) 358-2149
Fax: (703) 358-2115
Closing Dates:
This program has two annual deadlines: November 1st and April 1st of each year

Asian Elephant Grant Program (USFWS)
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The Asian Elephant Conservation Act (1997) provides for the establishment of an Asian Elephant Conservation Fund to provide support for projects that will enhance sustainable conservation programs to ensure effective, long-term conservation of Asian elephants throughout its range.
Qualifications:
Any government agency responsible for Asian elephant conservation and protection and any other organization/ individual with demonstrated experience in Asian elephant conservation may apply to this Fund.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Preference is given to proposals requesting less than $50,000. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. The period of performance for the majority of the projects funded under this Fund is one year, starting on the date the award is signed by the USFWS. Past and present recipients of awards under this Fund are eligible but must submit new proposals to compete for funding each year.
Additional Information:
Meenakshi Nagendran
Branch of Near East, South Asia, and Africa Division of International Conservation
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
4401 North Farfax Drive, Room 730
Arlington, VA 22203-1622
meenakshi_nagendran@fws.gov
Phone: (703) 358-2315
Fax: (703) 358-2115
Closing Dates:
This program has two annual deadlines: November 1st and April 1st of each year

Great Apes Grant Program (USFWS)
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The U.S. Government enacted the Great Ape Conservation Act (2000) in response to the decline of ape populations in Africa and Asia. The Act provides for the conservation and protection of apes by supporting conservation programs of countries within the range of apes, and the projects of persons with demonstrated expertise in the conservation of apes.
Qualifications:
Any government agency responsible for the conservation of apes and any other organization/ individual with demonstrated experience in ape conservation may apply to this Fund.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Preference is given to proposals requesting less than $50,000. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. The period of performance for the majority of the projects funded under this Fund is one year, starting on the date the award is signed by the USFWS.
 Past and present recipients of awards under this Fund are eligible but must submit new proposals to compete for funding each year.
Closing Dates:
This program has two annual deadlines: November 1st and April 1st of each year
Additional Information:
Asian species, please contact Fred Bagley at fred_bagley@fws.gov, (703) 358-1760
African species, please contact Dirck Byler at dirck_byler@fws.gov , (703) 358-2337
Branch of Near East, South Asia, and Africa Division of International Conservation
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
4401 North Farfax Drive, Room 730
Arlington, VA 22203-1622
Fax: (703) 358-2115

Marine Turtle Grant Program (USFWS)
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The Marine Turtle Conservation Fund is soliciting proposals for the conservation of marine turtles throughout their range outside of the United States. The U.S. Government enacted the Marine Turtle Conservation Fund of 2004 in response to the decline of many marine turtle populations worldwide and the serious threats to the long-term survival of marine turtle populations. The primary purpose of the Act is to provide financial support for projects that conserve nesting populations and habitat and address other threats to the survival of marine turtles in foreign countries.
Qualifications:
Any government agency responsible for the conservation of marine turtles and any other organization/ individual with demonstrated experience in marine turtle conservation may apply to this Fund.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Preference is given to proposals requesting less than $50,000. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. The period of performance for the majority of the projects funded under this Fund is one year, starting on the date the award is signed by the USFWS. Past and present recipients of awards under this Fund are eligible but must submit new proposals to compete for funding each year.
Closing Dates:
This program has two annual deadlines: October 1st and April 1st of each year
Additional Information:
Earl Possardt
International Sea Turtle Specialist
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
University of Georgia, Department of Biology
Carrollton, GA 30118-6300
E-mail: earl_possardt@fws.gov
Phone: (770) 214-9293
Fax: (678) 839-6548

Mexico Wildlife Without Borders Grant Program (USFWS)
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The USFWS and the Mexican Ministry of Environmental and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT) are soliciting proposals under the Wildlife Without Borders Program for projects that address Mexico's capacity building for biodiversity conservation. The goal of this program is to build human and institutional capacity for biodiversity conservation and management in Mexico through training associated with Mexican nature reserves. Of interest are projects that provide training in biodiversity conservation or natural resource management associated with federal, state, or local nature reserves, or areas in the process of acquiring protection status, as well as other priority biodiversity areas designated by the Government of Mexico.
Qualifications:
Applicants under this program can be: federal, state, and local government agencies; non-profit, non-governmental organizations; and public and private institutions of higher education. U.S. non-profit, non-governmental organizations must submit documentary evidence of their Section 501(c)(3) non-profit status.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Preference is given to proposals requesting less than $50,000 and demonstrating significant in-kind or financial matching support. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. The period of performance for the majority of the projects funded under this Fund is one year, starting on the date the award is signed by the USFWS. Past and present recipients of awards under this Fund are eligible but must submit new proposals to compete for funding each year.
Closing Date:
October 1st of each year
Additional Information:
Melida Tajbaksh, Chief
Branch of Mexico, Division of International Conservation
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
4401 North Farfax Drive, Room 730
Arlington, VA 22203-1622
E-mail: melida_tajbakhsh@fws.gov
Phone: (703) 358-2480
Fax: (703) 358-2115

Rhino - Tiger Grant Program (USFWS)
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Fund is soliciting proposals for the conservation of rhinoceros and/or tigers throughout their ranges. The Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Act was passed in 1994 to provide financial resources for the conservation programs of nations whose activities directly or indirectly affect rhinoceros and tiger populations.
Qualifications:
Any government agency responsible for the conservation of rhinoceroses and tigers and any other organization/ individual with demonstrated experience in rhinoceroses and/or tiger conservation may apply to this Fund.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Preference is given to proposals requesting less than $50,000. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. The period of performance for the majority of the projects funded under this Fund is one year, starting on the date the award is signed by the USFWS. Past and present recipients of awards under this Fund are eligible but must submit new proposals to compete for funding each year.
Closing Dates:
This program has two annual deadlines: November 1st and April 1st of each year
Additional Information:
Asian species, please contact Fred Bagley at fred_bagley@fws.gov, (703) 358-1760
African species, please contact Michelle Gadd at michelle_gadd@fws.gov (703) 358-2240
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
4401 North Fairfax Drive, Room 730
Arlington, VA 22203-1622
Fax: (703) 358-2115

photo credit © Cheetah Conservation Fund – www.cheetah.org

Grants With Variable Amounts

Arcus Foundation
Primary Purpose of Grant:
We support organizations seeking to ensure respect and survival of great apes and their natural habitat. These guidelines are designed to help grant seekers understand the Foundation’s priorities and application procedures.
Qualifications:
What We Fund: requests for general operating support, project support for specific programs, public policy advocacy and organizing campaigns, public policy research and its dissemination, capital projects, organizational capacity building.
What We Don’t Fund: no grants are made to individuals, no grants are made for scholarships, lobbying purposes, political campaigns, film production, or medical research.
Amount and Term of Grant:
The grants range from a few thousand to several million dollars.
Closing Date:
The Arcus Foundation has a flexible application process for Letters of Inquiry and full proposals, called "rolling grant making." Accept and review Letter of Inquiry Form at any time.
Additional Information:
http://www.arcusfoundation.org/pages_2/ht_apply.cfm
Or write contact@arcusfoundation.org for additional questions.

The Bullitt Foundation Grants
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To support the protection and restoration of the environment of the Pacific Northwest. Priority areas include energy and climate change; forests and land ecosystems; growth management and transportation; public outreach, education, and capacity building; rivers, wetlands, and estuaries.
Qualifications:
The Foundation invites proposals from nonprofit organizations that serve Washington, Oregon, Idaho, British Columbia, western Montana (including the Rocky Mountain range), and the rain forest region of southern Alaska. The majority of grantees are citizen groups located in the Northwest that are working to build and strengthen the environmental movement and to educate the broader public about the importance of protecting and restoring the environment.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Not specified.
Funding Restrictions:
See regional restrictions listed above.
Additional Information:
See http://www.bullitt.org/grantmaking/ or contact:
1212 Minor Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101-2825
Phone: 206-343-0807
Fax: 206-343-0822
E-mail: info@bullitt.org
Closing Date:
1 May and 1 November (may vary from year to year)

Compton Foundation
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The prevention of environmental deterioration and the protection of natural resources. The Foundation's priorities in the environmental field include: Land, river and watershed protection and management for purposes of long term habitat and ecosystem preservation and restoration. Changing the relationship between people and the natural environment in order to promote a sustainable and just balance between meeting present human needs and conserving natural systems for future generations.
Qualifications:
Priority is given to projects, which have more than local application, are replicable, and are likely to be taken over and managed by a long-term funding source. If appropriate and warranted, a project may receive more than one year of support. In all program areas, the Foundation has a special interest in providing support for minorities.
Amount and Term of Grant:
None listed.
Funding Restrictions:
No grants are awarded to individuals.
Additional Information:
See http://www.comptonfoundation.org/priorities.html
Compton Foundation
545 Middlefield Rd, Ste. 178
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Phone: (650) 328-0101
Fax: (650) 328-0171
E-mail: info@ComptonFoundation.org
Closing Date:
Varies year to year

The Dallas Zoo
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Responsible investigators are encouraged to take advantage of the resources available to them through the Zoo and Aquarium. Proposals that are consistent with Zoo and Aquarium research policies, that do not over-tax resources, and that are well conceived, well designed, and timely will be given every consideration.
Qualifications:
Investigators must be affiliated with an AZA-accredited institution, a USDA-approved university/college, or a USDA-approved research facility. Researchers affiliated with a foreign institution will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. You must contact a senior staff member (curator, veterinarian, deputy director) regarding your research request. Please ask the senior staff member for the appropriate forms and answers to questions regarding the completion of the proposal forms. The senior staff member will forward the completed proposal forms to the Conservation Education & Science Curator.
Closing Date: none given
Additional Information:
http://www.dallaszoo.com/conservation/cs6_submitting.htm

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation Conservation Grants
Primary Purpose of Grant:
With its focus primarily in the state of California, along the West Coast of North America, and in the Pacific Ocean, the goals of the Conservation Program are threefold: first, to protect globally outstanding habitats in areas of natural significance and biological diversity through the development of site-based programs; second, to address important factors of environmental degradation found in inappropriate and unsustainable use of land, water, energy and marine resources; and third, to elevate the role of natural and social science in the management of key resources and in the arena of conservation policy.
Qualifications:
Not listed.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Not specified.
Funding Restrictions:
Unsolicited proposals are not accepted for certain subject areas. Consult the program's Web site for more information.
Additional Information:
See http://www.packard.org/categoryList.aspx?RootCatID=3&CategoryID=61 or contact:
The David and Lucile Packard Foundation
Conservation--Jeanne Sedgwick
300 Second Street, Suite 200
Los Altos, California 94022
E-mail: inquiries@packfound.org
Closing Date:
Not listed.

Scientist Opportunities
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Earthwatch Institute supports scholarly research worldwide in the biological, physical, social, and cultural sciences.
Qualifications:
Variable
Amount and Term of Grant:
Variable
Funding Restrictions:
Field research projects only.
Additional Information:
See http://www.earthwatch.org/aboutus/research/scientistopps or contact:
David Lowe, Program Director for Life Sciences
Earthwatch Institute
3 Clocktower Place, Suite 100
P.O. Box 75
Maynard, MA 01754
Phone: (800) 776-0188 or (978) 461-0081, ext. 127
Fax: 978-461-2332
E-mail: dlowe@earthwatch.org
Closing Date:
Preliminary proposal deadline 31 July (may vary from year to year)

Eco Enterprises Fund (Nature Conservatory)
Primary Purpose of Grant:
EcoEnterprises Fund invests in ventures at all stages of all development. Preference is given to businesses that are unable to secure financing from conventional sources due to their small size, the innovative nature of their business and/or the financial risks involved. The companies are required to collaborate with a nonprofit conservation or community partner, either by paying fees for monitoring services, sharing profits, or other financial arrangements. In this way, the Fund ensures that business success promotes conservation progress.
Qualifications:
The Fund welcomes inquiries from potential donors, accredited investors, and environmental entrepreneurs who wish to create profitable businesses in the service of nature.
More Information:
http://www.ecoenterprisesfund.com
Please send inquiries to:
Amanda Serenyi
EcoEnterprises Fund, c/o The Nature Conservancy
4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 100
Arlington, VA 22203
Tel: 703-841-5692
Fax: 703-841-9059
or to:
Nathalie Prado
Fondo EcoEmpresas, c/o The Nature Conservancy
De Pops Sabana Sur, 1 km al Oeste
Ultima casa a la derecha antes del puente
San Jose, Costa Rica
Tel: 011-506-2-520-8050
Fax: 011-506-2-520-8001
E-mail: ecoenterprises@tnc.org

Richard & Rhoda Goldman Foundation (Environment Grant)
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To protect and restore California’s environment, to reduce impact of industry on the environment, and to protect threatened habitat.
Funding Restrictions:
The Goldman Fund does not accept unsolicited letters of inquiry or proposals in the areas of strengthening civic institutions in the San Francisco Bay Area, Israeli universities or special projects.
The Goldman Fund does not accept requests for conferences, deficit budgets, direct action or civil disobedience, films, endowment campaigns, fundraising events, grants or scholarships to individuals, or primary or academic research.
The Goldman Fund does not support organizations that are anti-Semitic, question Israel's right to exist, or are biased against the State of Israel.
Closing Date:
There are no deadlines. Requests are accepted on an ongoing basis throughout the year.
Additional Information:
http://www.goldmanfund.org/html/grants/seekers/apply.html
Mail proposals to:
Grants Manager
Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund
P.O. Box 29924
San Francisco, CA 94129
OR E-mail proposals to:
grantsmanager@goldmanfund.org

William & Flora Hewlett Foundation (CA only)
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The program has three goals:
1. To save the great ecosystems of the North American West.
2. To reduce the environmental impacts of fossil-fuel energy systems by promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy sources.
3. To build an infrastructure for environmental concerns among California's growing but still underrepresented populations in the L.A. basin and the Central Valley.
Funding Restrictions:
The Foundation normally does not make grants intended to support basic research, capital construction funds, endowment, general fundraising drives, or fundraising events. It does not make grants intended to support candidates for political office, to influence legislation, or to support sectarian or religious purposes.
Additional Information:
http://www.hewlett.org/Grantseekers/

Memphis Zoo Conservation Action Network Grants
Primary Purpose of Grants:
To support original conservation research projects, which have a clear and direct application to the Memphis Zoo's mission of preserving wildlife.
Qualifications:
Applicants must be Memphis Zoo staff and/or research affiliates of the Memphis Zoo.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Not specified.
Funding Restrictions:
Indirect costs are not supported. Exceptions to this rule are made for grants over $30,000 that has as their primary component a graduate student stipend that is being paid for by the Memphis Zoo.
Additional Information:
Contact Dr. Andy Kouba, Curator of Research and Conservation to ensure that your proposed project falls within the scope of the Memphis Zoo's conservation goals.
Memphis Zoo
2000 Prentiss Place
Memphis TN, 38112
Phone: (901) 725-3410
Fax: (901) 725-9305
E-mail: akouba@memphiszoo.org
Closing Dates:
Applications will be accepted between 1 May and 14 June (may vary from year to year).

Museum Assessment Program (MAP) Grants
Primary Purpose of Grants:
To provide guidance on improving institution efficiency, enhancing the performance of institutional governing authority and/or better protecting institutional collections. The assessments provide an increased level of understanding of museum standards and best practices by both governing authority members and staff. After an institution evaluates its current level of performance, peer reviewers provide an outside opinion, giving the institution prioritized recommendations and strategies for implementing improvements.
Qualifications:
None listed
Amount and Term of Grant:
See MAP Web site for amounts and details.
Funding Restrictions:
Funding for the MAP program is awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis and includes awards for Institutional Assessment, Collections Management Assessment and Public Dimension Assessment.
Additional Information:
Visit http://www.aam-us.org/museumresources/map/index.cfm

Phone: (202) 289-9118
E-mail: map@aam-us.org
Closing Dates:
Not listed.

National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration (NAPA)
Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research Coastal Ocean Program
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To support work related to coastal ocean research priorities as identified by NAPA's Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research Coastal Ocean Program.
Qualifications:
See Web page. Recent announcements have included calls for proposals pertaining to the ecology of the northern Gulf of Mexico, and proposals pertaining to research on algal blooms.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Variable
Funding Restrictions:
Variable
Additional Information:
See http://www.cop.noaa.gov/opportunities/grants/funding_grants.html or contact:
Leslie McDonald SUCCOROR/COP Grants Administrator
Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research/Coastal Ocean Program
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
1315 East-West Highway, Room 9700
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3282
Closing Date:
Monitor NOAA website.

National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Community-Based Restoration Program
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To bring together citizen groups, public and nonprofit organizations, industry, corporations and businesses, students, landowners, local government, and state and Federal agencies to restore fishery habitat around the coastal U.S.
Qualifications:
Varies by program
Amount and Term of Grant:
Variable
Funding Restrictions:
Variable
Additional Information:
www.nmfs.noaa.gov/habitat/restoration/funding_opportunities/funding.html
Closing Dates:
Variable

The Pew Charitable Trusts Environment Program Conservation of Living Marine Resources
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To educate policymakers, the media and select public audiences about the need to protect the marine environment, and to promote public policies that protect the biological integrity of marine ecosystems.
Qualifications:
See Web site for more details.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Variable
Funding Restrictions:
Requests will not be considered for: Endowments, capital projects, debt reduction, equipment purchases, non-applied research, individuals or government institutions, scholarships or fellowships not part of programs initiated by the Trusts.
Additional Information:
See http://www.pewtrusts.com/grants/index.cfm or contact:
The Pew Charitable Trusts
2005 Market Street, Suite 1700
Philadelphia, PA 19103-7077
Phone: (215) 575-9050
E-mail: info@pewtrusts.org
Closing Date:
None listed.

Rolex Awards for Enterprise
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To provide visionary men and women worldwide with the financial support and recognition needed to carry out innovative working projects in areas ranging through science, technology, exploration, the environment, and cultural heritage.
Qualifications:
Applications may be submitted by individuals only. If a project represents the efforts of several individuals, one person must represent the group and sign the application form.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Not specified.
Funding Restrictions:
The Rolex Awards are not research grants; neither do they constitute a reward for past achievements. Since projects must have a practical application in improving our world, studies or pure research works cannot be considered.
Additional Information:
See http://rolexawards.com/en/index.jsp or contact:
The Secretariat - Rolex Awards for Enterprise
P.O. Box 1311
1211 Geneva 26
Switzerland
Phone: +41 22 308 22 00
Fax: +41 22 308 25 85
E-mail: secretariat@rolexawards.com
Closing Date:
Not listed.

Richard Ivey Foundation Biodiversity in Forest-Dominated Ecosystems Program
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To enhance further Canadians' understanding of the importance of biological diversity in forest-dominated ecosystems.
Qualifications:
The program is not intended to fund research projects on specific species, but to focus on ecosystems as a whole. Consideration is restricted to projects based in Ontario and on national projects including Ontario.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Grants will generally not exceed $500,000 nor be less than $5,000.
Funding Restrictions:
See Web site for general grant policies.
Additional Information:
See http://www.ivey.org/news/index.html or contact:
Marvi Ricker
Executive Director
The Richard Ivey Foundation
11 Church Street, Suite 400
Toronto, Ontario
M5E 1W1
Phone: (416) 867-9229
Closing Date:
Proposals are accepted twice a year, in the spring and the fall.

Sea Turtle License Plate Grants Program
Primary Purpose of Grant:
In 1995, a statewide effort was initiated by the non-profit Caribbean Conservation Corporation (CCC) to establish a Florida Sea Turtle Specialty License Plate to provide a permanent funding source for the state’s Marine Turtle Protection Program. Thanks to the efforts of CCC and other Florida sea turtle groups, in 1997, the Florida Legislature (Statute 320.08058 (19)) authorized the creation of a Sea Turtle Specialty License Plate to promote the conservation and protection of Florida’s sea turtles. The Sea Turtle License Plate was first offered for sale in February 1998 and quickly became one of the most popular specialty plates in Florida, raising over $1 million annually. Approximately 70% of the funding generated by sales of the tag goes to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWCC) Marine Turtle Protection Program to support research and management activities related to sea turtles. Approximately 30% is distributed to the Sea Turtle Grants Program to support sea turtle research, conservation, and education projects that benefit Florida sea turtles. The Sea Turtle Grants Program is administered by the non-profit Caribbean Conservation Corporation.
Qualifications:
Florida Coastal Local Governments, Florida-based Non-Profit Organizations, Education and Research Institutions that actively participate in marine turtle research, conservation, and educational activities within the state of Florida are eligible to apply for and receive grant funds. If you have any questions or concerns about your eligibility, please contact Dan Evans or David Godfrey at (352) 373-6441 or e-mail stgp@helpingseaturtles.org.
Funding Restrictions:
Types of Funding
1. Competitive Grant Funding – Grant Applications for funding can be submitted for consideration by the Sea Turtle Grants Committee. Funds can be requested for projects in one of three categories (conservation, education or research) that clearly add to the preservation of Florida’s marine turtles; that accomplish tasks included in the current recovery plans for marine turtles; that address the goals of the FWCC’s Marine Turtle Protection Program; and that are consistent with subsection 370.12 (1) (c), Florida Statutes. Please note that grant funds may not be used for materials that contain fundraising or membership development language. Activities that shall be considered eligible include, but are not limited to:
A. Conservation: Protection of marine turtles, their nests and hatchlings from harmful activities on the nesting beach, including lights and predators, such as the replacement or modification of existing lights near marine turtle nesting beaches. This would include the purchase and installation of shields, light barriers, tinted glass or other structures that reduce or restrict the amount and direction of lights that directly or indirectly illuminate the beach or create a glow that is visible from the beach. Also includes the care and rehabilitation of sick or injured sea turtles, such as the purchase of equipment and supplies related to treating, holding and maintaining turtles.
B. Education: The development, production, and distribution of educational materials (including printed materials, interpretive displays, signs, etc...) and programs that promote the understanding of the biology, health, life history and habitat needs of Florida’s marine turtles and the protection and conservation of these species. This could also include equipment purchases related to educational presentations and displays. Grant funds may not be used for developing or printing materials that contain fundraising or membership development language.
C. Research: Research directly related to the conservation of marine turtles. Such research should provide information for the improvement of strategies to protect marine turtles and may include assessments of coastal lighting; beach nourishment; coastal armoring and other shoreline protection structures; in-water distributions; developmental habitats; migration patterns; rehabilitation of injured or diseased marine turtles; epidemic diseases, including Fibropapillomatosis; fishing gear; and general life history information.
2. Funding for Ongoing Activities (non-competitive mini-grant) – Each year the Sea Turtle Grants Committee will select up to ten (10) organizations or institutions conducting ongoing Marine Turtle Permit-related Nesting Beach Surveys, Stranding and Salvage, or Rehabilitation Activities to be awarded a non-competitive mini-grant of $1,000 in support of these activities. Funding in this category is intended to support established activities of Florida’s Marine Turtle Permit Holders. Recipients will be selected by the Committee and cannot have received funding from the Sea Turtle Grants Program in the previous grant cycle or for any other purpose in the current cycle. Permit Holders must submit a Registration Form by 5 PM, March 1, 2009, if they would like to be considered. The Registration Form can be found on the Sea Turtle License Plate web site at http://www.helpingseaturtles.org/mtph-reg. Note: You can both apply for Competitive Grant Funding AND register for Ongoing Activity Funding. Groups whose Competitive Grant Application is approved will automatically be withdrawn.
3. Emergency Funding – As the Sea Turtle Grants Program continues, a portion of the grant funding will be set aside each year for addressing sea turtle emergencies. These funds will be used to help Florida’s Marine Turtle Permit Holders respond to unforeseen sea turtle issues, such as mass strandings, illnesses, or other threats. Requests for Emergency Funding should be directed to the Caribbean Conservation Corporation at (352) 373-6441 or via e-mail at stgp@helpingseaturtles.org.
Closing Dates:
Completed Sea Turtle Grant Applications received by.....................................November 14, 2008
Completion of FWCC review of Applications.......................................................January 31, 2009
Applications provided to Sea Turtle Grant Committee..........................................February 4, 2009
Sea Turtle Grants Committee Meeting to Award Funds* (tentative date)...............March 16, 2009
Funded Projects should begin upon execution of contract, anticipated to be by...........May 1, 2009
Additional Information:
http://www.helpingseaturtles.org/grantsprogram.php

Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles Grants
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Grants are intended to support herpetological research, education or conservation. There are 6 categories of grants; category (4), "Herpetological Education," is the most relevant for member institutions. Projects including improvement of displays, interpretive graphics, husbandry, or behavioral research are supported.
Qualifications:
Must be a member of Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Not specified.
Additional Information:
http://www.ssarherps.org/pages/GIH.php

Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles
Joseph R. Mendelson III, Chair, SSAR Grants-in-Herpetology
Department of Biology
Utah State University
Logan, UT 84322-5305
Closing Date:
Not listed.

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Grants for Equipment/Software

Conservation Technology Support Program (CTSP) Grants
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To support the work of conservation and environmental non-profit organizations seeking to use computer mapping technology in their efforts.
Qualifications:
To be considered, an organization must be U.S.-based and have 501c3 tax exempt status (no others allowed), however, Indian Tribes are also eligible. International groups with U.S. 501c3 sponsors may be eligible and should refer to the CTSP guidelines on the Web site. Land trusts, watershed organizations, groups working to save plant and animal habitats, environmental justice and urban open space groups, Indian Tribes, sustainable development groups, and many other types of groups are all of interest to CTSP.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Approximately 50 grant packages including computers, software, and/or training are available, using computers and printers donated by Hewlett Packard Co., and GIS software by Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI) and Clark Labs. Other vendors may also participate.
Funding Restrictions:
None listed.
Additional Information:
See http://www.conservationgis.org/aagisgrant.html
Contact:
CTSP
116 New Montgomery
Suite 500
San Francisco CA 94105
Phone: 415-979-0474
Fax: 415-979-0371
E-mail: ctsp@ctsp.org
Closing Date:
9 January (may vary from year to year)

Environmental Systems Research Institute Conservation Program
Primary Purpose of Grant:
To provide an ongoing GIS software donation program for non-profit conservation and environmental organizations.
Qualifications:
None listed.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Software donations only.
Funding Restrictions:
None listed.
Additional Information:
For more information, send a blank e-mail message to ecpgrant@esri.com. You will receive guidelines and application instructions by return e-mail. Information is available on ESRI's Web site at http://www.conservationgis.org/.
Closing Date:
Ongoing program.
Sandpiper Technologies, Inc. Equipment Grants
Primary Purpose of Grants:
To support wildlife research by providing free use of Sandpiper Technologies' video equipment to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Equipment is provided on loan only.
Qualifications:
Applicants must graduate or postgraduate students.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Varies. Some small cash grants are available, in addition to equipment loans.
Funding Restrictions:
Grants restricted to specific types of equipment. See Web site for details.
Additional Information:
Equipment specifications can be found at www.sandpipertech.com
Or contact Ann Christensen
Sandpiper Technologies, Inc.
535 W. Yosemite Ave.
Manteca, CA 95337
Ann@Sandpipertech.com.
Closing Dates:
Not listed.

Grants by Invitation Only

Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Supporting in situ projects that focus on protecting and studying endangered and threatened animals and their habitats. Special focus on tropical, marine, African, and Asian animals and ecosystems.
Qualifications:
AZA institutions should apply via the AZA Conservation Endowment Fund, which historically has received support from the Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund. Open to US non-profit organizations, which should send a brief letter of inquiry to the address below, outlining the project and scope.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Applications to the Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund directly are accepted through an annual invitation-only process. Awards generally do not exceed $20,000 per project.
Funding Restrictions:
Overhead and capital funds are not eligible.
Additional Information:
See http://www.dwcf-rfp.com/
Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund
P.O. Box 10000
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Closing Date:
1 March (subject to change)

Tides Foundation
Primary Purpose of Grant:
Tides Foundation is a public charity offering individuals and institutions a vehicle for their philanthropy. Unlike many other foundations, Tides does not have discretionary grant making funds and has no open proposal submission process. Rather, we partner with individual and institutional donors through donor advised funds. Our fund advisors direct their own grant making and most do not accept unsolicited proposals.
Limitations:
Tides Foundation does not accept unsolicited letters of inquiry, proposals or applications for funding. We may post open requests for proposals (RFPs) and/or calls for letters of inquiry (LOIs) related to a specific funding initiative or donor advised fund.
Additional Information:
A list of current open requests can be found here:
http://www.tidesfoundation.org/grants-impact/open-rfps/index.html

Wildlife Conservation Society Conservation Follow-Up Awards
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The Conservation Leadership Programme offers continuation funding, which is available only to previous CLP (and formally BPCP) award winners, in the form of Conservation Follow-up and Conservation Leadership Awards. Applications for continuation funding will only be considered once a full report has been received for the initial projects.
Qualifications:
Conservation Follow-up Awards are aimed at exceptional teams with individuals who want to address a conservation issue raised by recommendations in a project the programme has previously supported. The project should allow team members to go beyond basic surveying, analysis and awareness-raising, and develop their networking, education, decision-making, policy, communication and conservation leadership skills and experience. There are approximately 5 of these awards on offer annually, each worth up to $25,000 each.
Amount of Grant:
Up to $25,000 each.
Additional Information:
http://www.conservationleadershipprogramme.org/FollowupAward.asp
Closing Date:
New applicants accepted in September 2009.

Wildlife Conservation Society Conservation Leadership Award
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The Conservation Leadership Programme offers continuation funding, which is available only to previous CLP (and formally BPCP) award winners, in the form of Conservation Follow-up and Conservation Leadership Awards. Applications for continuation funding will only be considered once a full report has been received for the initial projects.
The idea of the Conservation Leadership Award is to enable teams that have been supported in the past to consolidate (or connect together) their previous project successes by creating something longer-term, which is more practical and conservation oriented than research oriented. These awards aim to provide more substantial resources to first-rate innovative and original projects that build long-term capacity for conservation in the project area, whilst offering the team valuable developmental experience.
Qualifications:
Future Conservationist and Conservation Follow-up Awardees are both eligible to apply for Conservation Leadership Awards - first-time award winners that haven't received a Conservation Follow-up Award will need to show that they have gone through the process of building on their initial work, most likely over a number of years, with the support of other resources. Two awards are offered per year, each up to $50,000 USD.
Amount of Grant:
Up to $50,000
Additional Information:
http://www.conservationleadershipprogramme.org/LeadershipAward.asp
Closing Date:
Accepting new applicants September 2009

Fellowships

Doris Duke Conservation Fellowship Program (invitation only)
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The Environment Program of the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation created the Doris Duke Conservation Fellowship program in 1997 to identify and support future conservation leaders. The Fellowship supports students who are enrolled in multidisciplinary master’s programs at partner universities, and who are committed to careers as practicing conservationists.
The program currently supports students enrolled in master’s programs at eight universities—Yale, Duke, and Cornell universities, Florida A&M University, Northern Arizona University and the universities of Michigan, Wisconsin, and California at Santa Barbara. A distinguished national advisory committee oversaw the invitation-only university competition.
Not only does the Doris Duke Conservation Fellowship provide financial assistance for tuition, it also cultivates leadership skills through internships, professional and career development programs, and ongoing alumni networking activities. To date the program has supported 300 Fellows, many already making their influence felt in the environmental and conservation fields. Several have been named Presidential Management Fellows, and others are employed by such organizations as the World Wildlife Fund, EPA, Nature Conservancy, and the federal Office of Management and Budget.
Qualifications:
Fellows are selected by participating universities. Only students currently enrolled in environmental programs at these participating universities are eligible to apply.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Not listed.
Additional Information:
For general information, contact Nolan Yamashiro, Deputy Director of the Doris Duke Conservation Fellows Program, at (609) 452-7007, ext. 301 or e-mail yamashiro@woodrow.org.
Closing Date:
Not listed.

The Joan Mosenthal DeWind Award
Primary Purpose of Grants:
The DeWind awards are given to a person or persons engaged in studies or research leading to a university degree related to Lepidoptera research and conservation and working or intending to work in that field. One award will recognize work on general Lepidoptera conservation and one will be designated for pollination-related research.
Qualifications:
Applicants must be currently enrolled university students.
Amount and Term of Grant:
Two awards of $3,750 each.
Funding Restrictions:
None specified.
Additional Information:
Visit http://www.xerces.org/joan-dewind-award or contact DeWind@xerces.org
Closing Dates:
18 December (may vary from year to year)

Lincoln Park Zoological Garden Dr. Scholl Science Fellowships
Primary Purpose of Fellowship:
Scientific research in behavior, nutrition, reproduction, physiology, conservation or veterinary medicine to be conducted at the Lincoln Park Zoological Garden.
Qualifications:
These grants are available to undergraduates or individuals who have received their undergraduate degree within six months of the beginning of the fellowship. Selection is based on applicant's academic and/or research record, letters of recommendation, statement of research interests, and availability of appropriate research project.
Amount and Term of Fellowship:
Stipend of $2,750 per individual for a twelve-week period. Project must be completed by the end of the twelve-week period.
Funding Restrictions:
There are no restrictions on the stipend; living arrangements and expenses are the responsibility of the applicant.
Additional Information:
See http://www.lpzoo.com/conservation/ or contact:
Science Fellowships
Director of Conservation and Science
Lincoln Park Zoological Gardens
2001 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60614
E-mail: conservation@lpzoo.org
Closing Date:
14 March (may vary from year to year)

Lincoln Park Zoological Garden Ed Almandarz Science Fellowship in Herpetology
Primary Purpose of Fellowship:
Scientific research on reptiles and amphibians to be conducted at the Lincoln Park Zoo.
Qualifications:
These grants are available to undergraduates or individuals who have received their undergraduate degree within six months of the beginning of the fellowship. Selection is based on applicant's academic and/or research record, letters of recommendation, statement of research interests, and availability of appropriate research project.
Amount and Term of Fellowship:
Stipend of $2,500 per individual for a 12-week period. Project must be completed by the end of the 12-week period.
Funding Restrictions:
There are no restrictions on the stipend; living arrangements and expenses are the responsibility of the applicant.
Additional Information:
See http://www.lpzoo.com/conservation/ or contact:
Science Fellowships
Director of Conservation and Science
Lincoln Park Zoological Gardens
2001 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60614
E-mail: conservation@lpzoo.org
Closing Date:
14 March (may vary from year to year)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Sea Grant College Program
Primary Purpose of Grants:
Environmental stewardship, long-term economic development and responsible use of America’s coastal, ocean and Great Lakes resources are at the heart of Sea Grant’s mission. Sea Grant is a nationwide network (administered through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA]), of 32 university-based programs that work with coastal communities. The National Sea Grant College Program engages this network of the nation’s top universities in conducting scientific research, education, training, and extension projects designed to foster science-based decisions about the use and conservation of our aquatic resources.
Sea Grant is NOAA’s primary university-based program in support of coastal resource use and conservation. Our research and outreach programs promote better understanding, conservation and use of America’s coastal resources. In short, Sea Grant is “science serving America’s coasts.”
There are a variety of fellowships and grants offered through Sea Grant.
Additional Information:
http://www.seagrant.noaa.gov/funding/fundingfellowships.html#

Wildlife Conservation Society Research Fellowship Program
Primary Purpose of Grant:
The Research Fellowship Program (RFP), administered by the Wildlife Conservation Society Institute, is now receiving some support from the Conservation Leadership Programme. It is a small grants program designed to build capacity for the next generation of conservationists through supporting individual field research projects that have a clear application to the conservation of threatened wildlife and wildlife habitat.
Qualifications:
The RFP seeks projects that are based on sound and innovative conservation science and that encourage practices in conservation that can contribute to sustainable development in their home country. Most of the grantees are professional conservationists from the country of research and/or post-graduates pursuing a higher degree.
Funding Restrictions:
The WCS RFP supports field research in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Traditionally the RFP has not supported research in North America, Australia, or Europe, or their territories. However, the RFP has just begun to accept applications from Native Americans (US) and First Nation Peoples (Canada) who intend to conduct work on native lands on issues of direct relevance to wildlife.
Amount and Term of Fellowship:
Grants are for up to $25,000 dollars, and are for no longer than one year. The average grant is $10,500.
Additional Information:
http://www.conservationleadershipprogramme.org/RFPAward.asp
Closing Dates:
March 15 and September 15

***List is complete as of 4/1/09. Additional funding may exist as responses may not have been received in time of posted listing or organizations did not wish to be included. If there is additional funding which should be included in this list contact Anne Warner, Conservation Manager at Oregon Zoo Anne.Warner@oregonzoo.org with information.

 

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