The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation Grant
The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation Grant funds research on conservation, food systems, and health in low-resource regions, prioritizing local leadership and science-based solutions.
Funder: Virginia Agricultural Experiment Station
Due Dates: January 1, 2027 | July 1, 2027 | January 1, 2026 | July 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per project; typically 1-year duration.
Summary: Supports projects protecting resources, improving food systems, and promoting health in low- and middle-income regions, with a focus on local leadership and capacity building.
Description
This grant supports research and capacity-building projects that advance conservation, food production and distribution, and public health in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. The program targets underfunded issues and regions, prioritizing initiatives that empower local organizations, foster professional growth in conservation, agriculture, or health sciences, and generate innovative, locally-driven solutions to complex challenges. Emphasis is placed on projects demonstrating strong local leadership and those that address specific needs within low- and lower-middle-income countries.
