The Past Global Changes (PAGES) project invites applications for financial support to organize workshops and meetings that advance paleoscientific research and international collaboration. The program prioritizes activities that integrate, coordinate, or synthesize scientific knowledge, with a strong emphasis on involving early-career scientists and researchers from low- and middle-income countries. Eligible applicants include leaders of officially approved PAGES working groups as well as organizers of open-call and educational workshops relevant to the PAGES science structure. Funding typically ranges from US$5,000 to US$12,000 per event, though exceptional working group cases may receive up to US$15,000. Potential applicants must contact a Scientific Steering Committee member at least two weeks before the deadline to discuss their proposal. The next deadline for proposals is 11 March 2026. Support
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WWF Nepal — Conservation Awards 2026
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) recognizes and honors individuals and organizations at the grassroots level who have made significant contributions to protect Nepal’s rich biodiversity. WWF Nepal welcomes nominations for Conservation Awards 2026 from Nepali individuals and/or organizations working in the field of conservation and natural resource management. Up to three awards will be made to individuals (Rs. 50 thousand) and organizations (Rs. 100 thousand). Nominations should be submitted by 30 March 2026. More about the Conservation Awards
Youth Learning as Citizen Environmental Scientists — Environmental Education Grants
Youth Learning as Citizen Environmental Scientists (YLACES) invites applications for its grant programs to support youth-led environmental research and data collection. The program provides educators and organizations with funding to purchase scientific instruments and supplies or to host student research symposia. Eligible applicants include K-12 educators and educational organizations in the United States, as well as international educators in countries participating in the GLOBE Program. US-based applicants can receive up to US$1,500 for equipment or up to US$5,000 for symposia, while international applicants are eligible for equipment grants of up to US$1,500 with a national GLOBE coordinator’s endorsement. The deadline for applications is 31 March 2026. Link to YLACES
Tusk Trust — Awards for African Conservation 2026
The Tusk Conservation Awards highlight the achievements of individuals working for conservation in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Prince William Award for Conservation in Africa (£100 thousand) is awarded to a distinguished individual for exceptional lifetime achievement in African conservation. The Tusk Award for Conservation in Africa (£75 thousand) is awarded to an individual who has demonstrated a considerable commitment to conservation, and who has already made a significant impact. The Tusk Wildlife Ranger Award (£30 thousand) recognizes the dedication and commitment of an individual who works in the field on a daily basis protecting Africa’s wildlife. The deadline for nominations is 26 April 2026. Nominate here
European Union — COAL Prize 2026
The COAL Prize 2026 invites artists to submit projects dedicated to “The Night.” The program seeks to support contemporary art that addresses ecological issues by defending the night as a common good, a refuge for biodiversity, and a vital rhythm for the regeneration of life. The Prize is open to artists from all over the world. The winner receives €12 thousand to support artwork in progress and benefits from an (optional) residence run by the Museum of Hunting and Nature at the Belval Domaine. In parallel, a call for projects is open for the COAL Student Prize – Culture & Diversity for students of schools in the artistic and cultural field. The application deadline is 28 April 2026. COAL Prize
Alexander von Humboldt Foundation — Research Fellowship for Brazilian Postdoctoral Researchers
The Capes-Humboldt Research Fellowship supports postdoctoral researchers and experienced researchers from Brazil with their research in collaboration with a host at a German research institution. Fellowships may last from 6 to 18 months and can be divided into up to three stays within three years. The monthly fellowship amount is €2,600. The next application deadline is 25 May 2026. More here
Patagonia — Environmental Grants
Patagonia supports innovative work that addresses the root causes of the environmental crisis and seeks to protect both the environment and affected communities. Patagonia funds action-oriented environmental projects that focus on root causes of the problem. The funding range is typically between US$5 to $15 thousand. At this time, support for the developing world is only available in Chile and Argentina. Applications have to be submitted by an environmental organization. Patagonia offers two annual deadlines: 31 May and 30 September. Patagonia Environmental Grants
Oak Spring Garden Foundation — Botanical Artist Residency Program
The Oak Spring Garden Foundation supports botanical artists working nationally and internationally who can create beautiful and scientifically accurate depictions of plant species. This award includes a US$1,000 individual grant and a one to four-week residence at Oak Springs (USA) when spring is underway and the gardens and landscape are in bloom. Applicants must be early-career artists not enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in 2027. The deadline for applications is 31 May 2026. Botanical Art Residency
Oak Spring Garden Foundation — Interdisciplinary Residency Program
The Oak Spring Garden Foundation hosts five separate five-week interdisciplinary residencies. Each session is designed to support eight artists, conservation practitioners, researchers, scholars, scientists, or writers who are pursuing work inspired by plants, gardens, and landscapes. Participants will receive a US$2 thousand individual grant and a five-week residence at Oak Springs (USA). Awardees cannot be currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program. The deadline for applications is 31 May 2026. Link to the Interdisciplinary Residency
Oak Spring Garden Foundation — Fellowship for Artistic Excellence
The Oak Spring Garden Foundation awards the annual Eliza Moore Fellowship for Artistic Excellence to one early-career artist who is developing new works that address plants, gardens, or landscapes in the broad sense. The award includes a US$10 thousand individual grant and requires a 2 to 8-week stay at Oak Spring (USA). Applicants must be early-career artists not enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in 2027. The deadline for applications is 31 May 2026. Link to Artistic Excellence