Environmental and Social Impact Grant
WWF’s Russell E. Train grant funds projects in Kenya, Tanzania, and Madagascar that build local capacity to address environmental and social impacts of development, focusing on conservation, collaboration, and sustainable outcomes.
Funder: World Wildlife Fund
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to US$15,000 per award; project activities must be completed by December 2027.
Summary: Supports capacity-building projects in Kenya, Tanzania, and Madagascar to address environmental and social impacts of development, with an emphasis on local community empowerment.
Key Information: Only organizations legally registered in Kenya, Tanzania, or Madagascar are eligible.
Description
This grant, offered by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) through the Russell E. Train Education for Nature Program, supports collaborative capacity-building initiatives aimed at addressing the environmental and social impacts and risks of development projects on ecosystems and their services. The program emphasizes inclusive conservation and sustainable development, with a focus on strengthening the abilities of local communities, organizations, and practitioners in Kenya, Tanzania, and Madagascar. Projects should build skills, foster collaboration, and enhance local ownership in managing conservation and development initiatives aligned with WWF’s key goals (climate, food, forests, freshwater, oceans, and wildlife).
