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Directory of grant-giving organisations

Match your expedition or field project to potential funding sources beyond the Society. Search by theme, amount, and eligibility.

21 Results found

British Ecological Society

Supporting scientific ecological research and the training and development of students.

British Society for Geomorphology

Support for developing applied geomorphological research.

Challenger Society for Marine Science

Grants, prizes and awards for members of the oceanographic community.

Conservation Leadership Programme

Supporting the work of early-career conservationists.

Earthwatch Institute

Supporting long-term research projects addressing global change,involving citizen-scientist participation

Gilchrist Educational Trust

Funding for students, education and research expeditions

Harley Fellowship in the History of Cartography

Funding research using cartographic material.

Mount Everest Foundation

Funds exploratory scientific and mountaineering objectives across the globe.

Quaternary Research Association

Funds for Quaternary research, training and dissemination of results.

Royal Scottish Geographical Society

Grants for geographical research and research dissemination.

Royal Society Newton International Fellowship

For non-UK early career scientists to conduct research in the UK.

Royal Society Research Grants

For early-career UK based scientists to purchase specialised equipment and consumables or fund fieldwork.

Tips for effective use of the directory

  • Search by focus of the grant: Match your project's objectives with the specific areas of interest for different grants.
  • Search by size of grants offered: Filter listings by the level of financial support, ranging from under £500 to £5,000 or more.
  • Search by eligibility criteria: Narrow down opportunities by who is eligible for each grant.
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