Desert Studies The Garden Club of America Award in Desert Studies
Forecasted
The Garden Club of America’s Desert Studies Award funds research and fieldwork advancing sustainable horticulture and conservation in arid environments.
Funder: Garden Club of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $4,000 for one year; one or more awards annually
Summary: Supports research and practical fieldwork in horticulture, conservation, botany, environmental science, and landscape design related to arid environments.
Key Information: Preference given to practical internships at botanical gardens; open to U.S. citizens/permanent residents only.
Description
This award from the Garden Club of America encourages innovative research and practical fieldwork in horticulture, conservation, botany, environmental science, and landscape design as they relate to arid landscapes. The grant aims to foster expertise and hands-on experience in the stewardship and sustainable design of desert and other arid environments. Projects may include, but are not limited to, sustainability, rainwater harvesting, and plant management in desert settings. Both research projects and structured internships at accredited botanical gardens or arboreta are eligible, with preference given to those pursuing practical field experience.
