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Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund is sponsored by Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Funds projects for animal care, including transport for animal professionals, potentially applicable to airport animal shuttles.
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Population Management Scientific Advisory Group Nutrition Scientific Advisory Group Reproduction and Endocrinology Scientific Advisory Group Small Population Management Advisory Group Social Science Research and Evaluation Scientific Advisory Group Veterinary Scientific Advisory Group TAG and SSP Supplemental Veterinary Care Resources Technology Scientific Advisory Group Board-Approved Policies and Position Statements Code of Professional Ethics AZA SAFE Pumpkin Carving Templates Commercial Member Engagement Council Polar Bears International Arctic Ambassador Centers Benefits of Accreditation Institutions vs Related Facilities Pathway Toward Membership Program Accreditation Resource Center Guidelines & Sample Documents, Programs, and Policies Guest Services Training Program Zoonotic Disease Training Protocols List of Taxon Advisory Groups Species Survival Plan Programs SSP Population Sustainability Global Species Management Plans Animal Management Centers Population Management Center 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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: AZA members and animal care organizations. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
FFAR Fellows Program (2026-2029 Cohort) is sponsored by Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research. Provides professional development and stipend support for PhD students conducting research in FFAR's priority areas, including sustainable agroecosystems and ranch management. Application snapshot: target deadline February 22, 2026; published funding information $10,000 - $55,000; eligibility guidance PhD students at U.S. or Canadian universities with research matching FFAR priority areas. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Farming Community Grant Program is sponsored by Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program. Farming Community Grant Program is sponsored by Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program. Farming Community Grant Program is sponsored by Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Farming Community Grant Program - SARE Northeast NE Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Innovations–Northeast SARE’s Newsletter Farming Community Grant Program Partnership Grant Program Research and Education Grant Program Professional Development Grant Program Graduate Student Research Grant Program Research for Novel Approaches in Sustainable Agriculture Grant Program SARE Outreach Publications Home » Grants » Farming Community Grant Program Farming Community Grant Program The Northeast SARE Farming Community Grant applies social science research and education projects that strengthen farming and food systems at the community level. These projects explore innovative approaches to improving the health and sustainability of agricultural communities in the Northeast. This program supports projects that are grounded in community partnerships and informed by the lived experiences of farmers. It encourages collaboration among farmers, service providers, researchers, and nonprofit organizations to co-create solutions that are responsive to local needs and scalable across the region. Question and Answer Sessions Northeast SARE staff concluded their Q&A sessions on the four large grant programs: Farming Community, Professional Development, Research & Education, and Research for Novel Approaches. Here is a copy of the presentation shared. You can view the session recordings at the links below: We've compiled questions from all rooms into a running FAQ document. This FAQ is a live resource that includes information from the introductory session and each breakout discussion. You can use Ctrl+F to search by keyword and browse tagged topics. For additional questions, please reach out to the Grant Administrator to the program you are interested in applying to, or northeast-large-grant@sare.org if you are still unsure. Please do your best having reviewed the CFP and Appendices in their entirety before reaching out with questions, many things are answered there! Grant Administrators are seeing a high volume of inquiries, so please be patient with a response time as it may take several days. Northeast SARE’s Administrative Council allocated approximately $3,300,000 to fund projects for this cycle of farming community grants. There is no cap on total grant requests, however, requests typically fall between $50,000 and $250,000. Technical Assistance Program Applicants and grantees of the Farming Community Grant Program are eligible for Technical Assistance (TA) provided by Northeast SARE’s Technical Assistance Providers. Request Technical Assistance Farming Community Grant Program Materials The Call for Proposals is now open. A completed budget using this template is part of the application process. Budget Template will auto-download when clicked. A completed Grant Commitment Form is required as part of the application process. Form will auto-download when clicked Rubric for Farming Community Grant Program Proposals Farming Community Grant Application snapshot: target deadline February 23, 2026; published funding information $5,000 - $30,000 (typical); eligibility guidance Community partnerships, agricultural organizations, and nonprofits in Northeast states including New Hampshire. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Application snapshot: target deadline March 1, 2026; published funding information Varies; eligibility guidance AZA members and animal care organizations.
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Dankworth Management Scholarship Disney Advancement Scholarship Robert O. Wagner Scholarship Executive Professional Development Ted A. Beattie Executive Leadership Development Program Applying for the Ted A.
Beattie ELDP Director's Edge - AZA Leadership Development Series Professional Development Committee Resource Center Safety Committee Resource Center Safety Committee Resource Center Guidelines and Sample Documents Member Resources & Benefits Directors Demographic Survey Species Survival Statistics Trends in Visitor Diversity Visitor and Public Research Zoo and Aquarium Statistics AZA Member Discounted Admissions AZA Commercial Member Logo AZA Conservation Partner Logo Connect Photo Contest Winners Careers in Zoos and Aquariums Types of Zoo and Aquarium Jobs Education Programs for Zoo and Aquarium Careers Related Professional Associations AZA Reciprocal Admissions Program Enter your search query in the field below.
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Animal Population Management Committee More About the APM Committee What's New in Zoo and Aquarium Animal Welfare Research Annual Conference Program Committee Aquarium Affairs Committee Aquatic Collections Sustainability Committee Business Operations Committee Conservation Education Committee Finance and Audit Committee Government Affairs Committee Honors and Awards Committee Human Resources Committee The Nominations Committee Process Professional Development Committee Public Relations Committee Research and Technology Committee Directory of Zoo and Aquarium Researchers Volunteer Management Committee Wildlife Conservation Committee Scientific Advisory Groups Ambassador Animal Scientific Advisory Group Avian Scientific Advisory Group Behavior Scientific Advisory Group Biobanking Scientific Advisory Group Green Scientific Advisory Group Institutional Data Management Scientific Advisory Group IDMAG Documents and Guidelines Molecular Data for Population Management Scientific Advisory Group Nutrition Scientific Advisory Group Reproduction and Endocrinology Scientific Advisory Group Small Population Management Advisory Group Social Science Research and Evaluation Scientific Advisory Group Veterinary Scientific Advisory Group TAG and SSP Supplemental Veterinary Care Resources Technology Scientific Advisory Group Board-Approved Policies and Position Statements Code of Professional Ethics AZA SAFE Pumpkin Carving Templates Commercial Member Engagement Council Polar Bears International Arctic Ambassador Centers Benefits of Accreditation Institutions vs Related Facilities Pathway Toward Membership Program Accreditation Resource Center Guidelines & Sample Documents, Programs, and Policies Guest Services Training Program Zoonotic Disease Training Protocols List of Taxon Advisory Groups Species Survival Plan Programs SSP Population Sustainability Global Species Management Plans Animal Management Centers Population Management Center Group Population Management Reproductive Management Center Animal Programs Resources Animal Program Applications Animal Program Sustainability Designations Animal Programs Monthly Update Aquatic Ethical Acquisitions Aquatic Sustainable Management Species Information Summary Cards Aquatic Sustainability Resources Strategic Framework for the Wellbeing of Animals AZA Guiding Principles of Animal Wellbeing Culture Animal Wellbeing Resources Animal Welfare Committee Office Hours Ongoing Animal Wellbeing Activities Animal Care Manual Development Resources Animal Care Manuals Under Review Ambassador Animal Guidelines Ambassador Animal Guidelines Development Resources Ambassador Animal Guidelines Under Review Species Welfare Indicator Guides Species Welfare Indicator Guides Under Review Animal Wellbeing Communications Toolkit Staff Training & Education Veterinary Care & Nutrition Behavior, Enrichment & Training Social & Reproductive Considerations Habitat Safety & Maintenance Animal Care & Wellbeing Funding Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund Priorities Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund FAQs Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund Tips Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund Selection Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund Awards SAFE: Saving Animals From Extinction People Advancing Conservation Together Annual Report on Conservation and Science Resources for the ARCS Surveys Climate Change and Wildlife Communicating Climate Change Florida Reef Tract Rescue Project Black-footed Ferret Recovery and Reintroduction Program Analysis Information for CGF Applicants Frequently Asked Questions AZA Granting Program Publications SAFE Matching Grant Challenge SAFE Granting Program Review and Selection Care of Confiscation Animals Grant Program Other Conservation Funding Sources Resources for Greening Business Practices Green Practices: Materials and Products Green Practices: Third-Party Certifications Green Practices: Bird-Safe Buildings Green Practices: Pocket Guides Methods for Animal Behavior Research DVD Social Science Research Agenda Nature Play Begins at Your Zoo & Aquarium Wildlife Trafficking Alliance Wildlife Confiscations Network Legislative Action Center Modeling Zoos and Aquariums of Inclusive Communities of Science 2025 Annual Conference Posters 2025 Directors' Policy Conference 2024 Annual Conference Posters 2023 Annual Conference PowerPoints 2023 Annual Conference Posters 2022 Annual Conference Posters 2021 Annual Conference Posters 2020 Directors' Policy Conference 2020 Annual Conference Posters Federal Agencies and Public Comments Legislative Education Center Wildlife Confiscations Network Act AZA Professional Development Course Policies Animal Transport for Animal Care Professionals Animal Training Applications in Zoo and Aquarium Settings Animal Welfare: Evidence-Based Management Avian Leadership & Management Behavioral Husbandry Best Practices for Your Animal Welfare Program Conservation Learning: Principles Conservation Learning: Leadership Creating Successful Exhibits Cultivating Curators: Empowering Future Leaders in Animal Care Effective Leadership: Foundation & Development Effective Leadership: Continuous Growth Environmental Enrichment in Zoos and Aquariums FRTRP Coral Aquarist Program Institutional Records Keeping Managing Animal Enrichment and Training Programs Population Management I: Data Management and Processing Population Management II: Data Analysis and Breeding Recs Principles of Elephant Management I Principles of Elephant Management II Principles of Ambassador Animal Management Gary Clarke & Clayton Freiheit Scholarship Margaret A.
Dankworth Management Scholarship Disney Advancement Scholarship Robert O. Wagner Scholarship Executive Professional Development Ted A. Beattie Executive Leadership Development Program Applying for the Ted A.
Beattie ELDP Director's Edge - AZA Leadership Development Series Professional Development Committee Resource Center Safety Committee Resource Center Safety Committee Resource Center Guidelines and Sample Documents Member Resources & Benefits Directors Demographic Survey Species Survival Statistics Trends in Visitor Diversity Visitor and Public Research Zoo and Aquarium Statistics AZA Member Discounted Admissions AZA Commercial Member Logo AZA Conservation Partner Logo Connect Photo Contest Winners Careers in Zoos and Aquariums Types of Zoo and Aquarium Jobs Education Programs for Zoo and Aquarium Careers Related Professional Associations AZA Reciprocal Admissions Program Animal Care & Wellbeing Funding Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund Learn more about the AZA Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund, download a digital brochure about the fund.
The 2025 Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund (ACWGF) call for applications is now closed. What are the important dates in the 2025 Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund (ACWGF) cycle? The Call for Applications opens March 15, 2025.
Completed proposals are due at 11:59 PM ET (Eastern Time) on June 30, 2025. Applications time-stamped after this deadline will not be considered for funding. Applicants will be notified of decisions in November 2025.
Awards must be distributed to the Principal Investigator/Developer’s facility no later than January 15, 2026. We anticipate a 2026 Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund cycle will open in March 2026. Prospective applicants should review ACWGF Priorities , Frequently Asked Questions , Tips for Success , and Selection Process , for more information.
If any questions remain, contact animalwellbeing@aza. org . View the complete list of projects previously funded by the ACWGF .
Enhancing animal lives is a priority of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Strategic Framework for the Wellbeing of Animals and is at the core of what we do in AZA facilities. As stated in the strategy, we will “ Enhance the lives of all animals in our care through a focus on applied animal welfare science and science-based staff training and education.
” The desired outcomes of this strategic priority include an increase in collaborative research and sharing of animal welfare science across the diversity of AZA facilities and taxa in our care, and the development and implementation of diverse and accessible staff training and education opportunities to enhance the wellbeing of animals and support AZA’s culture of animal wellbeing .
In 2022, the AZA Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund (ACWGF) was established to support the strategic objectives associated with these outcomes. There are very few funding sources to support the unique needs of zoos and aquariums, and the grant program is a vital resource for the AZA community.
These grants provide financial support for projects that will positively impact the animals cared for in AZA facilities and build the capacity of zoo and aquarium staff to provide an elevated level of care to those animals. AZA invites members to propose research and staff training and education development projects to further the objectives of the AZA wellbeing strategy .
The primary goals of this grant program are to enhance the lives of the animals cared for in AZA zoos and aquariums and to support the work of AZA members. The two-tiered review process for the Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund program is similar to those of AZA’s Conservation Grants Fund (CGF) and SAFE: Saving Animals From Extinction granting programs. The amount distributed may vary each grant cycle.
Final allocations will also depend on the number of high-quality, high-impact proposals and how those applications are distributed across the three award types (small <$20,000 research grants, large $20,000+ research grants (which require multi-institutional collaboration), and staff training and education development grants).
If high-quality, high-impact proposals are submitted for all three types of awards, the review team will aim to distribute funding across all award types. In 2025 the amount requested should not exceed $150,000.
This grant program will support research projects to fill knowledge gaps and increase understanding of animal care, management, health, and wellbeing, as well as the development of animal wellbeing related training and education opportunities for zoo and aquarium staff.
AZA extends a special thank you to the Walt Disney World Company, which has provided significant financial support to this program, as well as the many other generous donors to the AZA Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund. Applicants must use the following application materials. Note that there are two separate application forms – one for research projects and one for staff training and education development projects.
Only one application form should be submitted with each application package. 2025 Research Application 2025 Staff Training and Education Development Application Statement of Institutional Support Grant Terms and Conditions Grantees must use the following report materials to provide the AZA office with project updates.
Financial Report Template Model Release Form (for photos) Enhance the lives of animals in AZA-accredited facilities Incorporate high quality science, including solid design and methodology for research projects and the inclusion of evidence-based content in training and education projects Demonstrate shared benefits across AZA-accredited facilities Align with AZA Animal Program priorities Below are examples of topics that would be appropriate research and staff training and education development proposals.
Applications are NOT required to be focused on the topics listed here, but these examples may help applicants identify the category their project falls within: Animal Welfare, Animal Management, or Animal Health. Note: Applied research that helps to fill knowledge gaps about understudied species is needed in general.
Validation of welfare output measures in welfare assessments Impact of environmental variables on animal wellbeing Effects of choice and control on animal wellbeing Effects of different husbandry and management strategies on animal wellbeing Impact of different population management approaches on animal wellbeing Effects of various nutritional strategies on animal wellbeing Impact of different approaches to quarantine practices Increased understanding of causes and methods of prevention for common diseases and health issues STAFF TRAINING AND EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT Note: The training and education opportunities developed with grant funds may take form as workshops, online or in-person courses, webinars, other tangible tools and resources, or curriculum development.
This grant program is not a scholarship fund to support participation in existing training opportunities. Rather, it supports the development of new opportunities for learning and skill-building.
Development of training for all zoo and aquarium staff about animal welfare and wellbeing Education focused on conducting welfare assessments, especially for animals that present extra challenges Development of resources that train staff to recognize taxa- or species-specific indicators of welfare (outputs) Developing or holding husbandry workshops, including taxa-specific husbandry techniques Training on animal wellbeing considerations in exhibit design Development of animal management strategies Workshops or courses demonstrating various animal care treatments and techniques Taxa-specific training on nutritional requirements Training on identifying and treating specific health issues The fund for this grant program relies on donations.
To support research projects that increase knowledge about wellbeing in zoo and aquarium animals, and staff education/training projects that enable staff to ensure wellbeing of the animals in their care, please click this button: Donate to the AZA Animal Care and Wellbeing Grants Fund 8403 Colesville Rd. , Suite 710 Silver Spring, MD 20910-3314 Memphis Web Design by Speak
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