Holly Maxson Conservation Grant
The Holly Maxson Conservation Grant funds projects that educate students about conservation careers, emphasizing diversity and lasting, sustainable educational impact.
Funder: American Institute for Conservation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2028 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $16,000 per project; total pool $32,000 every two years; project period up to 24 months (extendable to 48 months)
Summary: Supports projects that increase student awareness of conservation careers, emphasize diversity and inclusion, and create sustainable educational initiatives.
Description
The Holly Maxson Conservation Grant is a biennial program supporting projects that build awareness among students (from middle school through undergraduate) about conservation and related fields, with the goal of encouraging them to consider conservation as a career path. Eligible projects may include curriculum development, online educational resources, pilot projects, or video production. The grant places a strong emphasis on promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially by raising awareness of the cultural heritage of historically marginalized and underrepresented groups in the United States. Projects should aim to become a permanent part of ongoing educational programs, show potential for financial sustainability, and include a plan for broad dissemination and evaluation.
