The Bone Room Natural History for Everyone Grant supports educators worldwide with hands-on natural history learning activities that expand scientific knowledge, public awareness, and curiosity.
Funder: Association of Applied Paleontological Sciences
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Annual application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $2,000 annual grant
Summary: Supports educators worldwide in providing hands-on natural history learning across academic levels and natural science disciplines.
Key Information: Applicants must verify their educator role; AAPS membership is not required.
The Bone Room Natural History for Everyone Grant is administered by the Association of Applied Paleontological Sciences (AAPS), with funding provided by The Bone Room. It supports educators teaching natural history at all academic levels and across all natural science disciplines, with the goal of expanding scientific knowledge and public awareness through meaningful learning opportunities.
The program emphasizes observation, discovery, and hands-on experiences in classrooms, museums, laboratories, and the field. Supported activities include field trips, conference attendance, museum or research institution visits, outreach programs, educational workshops, classroom resources, and other activities that enhance natural history learning. These experiences help students understand Earth, life, and the processes that have shaped the planet while fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong appreciation for science.