Overview Principal Office: USA Key Words: marine conservation The Kerzner Marine Foundation fosters the preservation and enhancement of marine ecosystems through scientific research, education, and community outreach. The Foundation’s priority is protecting tropical marine ecosystems, increasingly threatened by pressures of population and over-exploitation. Grant Programs for Agriculture, Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Marine Conservation and Research. The Foundation has the following grant-making interests:
Most grants range from US$50 thousand to US$100 thousand. APPLICATION: Kerzner does not accept letters of inquiry or unsolicited proposals. The Foundation relies on its staff and advisors to ask for proposals from relevant organizations. Geographical Distribution of Grant Activities in Developing Countries Kerzner’s emphasis is marine conservation in the Caribbean, Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Additionally, it currently supports projects in the Maldives and Bangladesh. Southeast Asia and Pacific Islands South Asia Middle East and North Africa Latin America and Caribbean Comments In 2010, grant expenditures were US$387 thousand for six grants. The Foundation was started with US$5 million in 2004 by Kerzner International Limited, which has subsidiaries to develop destination resorts, casinos, and luxury hotels. “Contact” offers information on how to reach the Foundation’s office in Florida, USA. Last Profile Review May 2012 © Copyright protected. All rights reserved. |
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