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Find similar grantsSmall Grants Programme is sponsored by The Rufford Foundation. Provides small grants for nature conservation projects worldwide, including fieldwork, education, and research initiatives that aim to protect biodiversity and foster sustainable resource use.
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Rufford Small Grants for Nature Conservation - Apply for a Rufford Small Grant The Rufford Foundation funds nature conservation projects in emerging or developing economy countries. Here you can apply for a grant online or edit your Personal Profile if you have already received a grant from the foundation. 1.
Learn about the grants available. The funding process is staged, with four levels of support: 1st RSG, 2nd RSG, Booster Grant and Completion Grant. Grants range from £7,000 to £18,000.
There are no deadlines - applications can be submitted at any time of year. Unsuccessful applicants may re-apply after 12 months. Find out more about the different grants.
2. Check that you are eligible to apply. You should be in the early stages of your conservation career .
We focus on supporting current MSc or PhD students or recent graduates, though others can apply if they fit the additional criteria listed here. However, we do not fund undergraduate students. Your project must have a nature conservation focus.
Your project must be working in an eligible country . Any species you are working on must be considered threatened . For more information see our FAQs .
Read the full criteria for grant applications. 3. Create an account and access the application form.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Individuals and small to medium-sized organizations focusing on nature conservation projects. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Small Grants Programme is funded by The Rufford Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.