Supports collaborative, multidisciplinary research and implementation projects advancing renewable natural resources through science, community engagement, and real-world impact.
Funder: Renewable Natural Resources Foundation
Due Dates: May 15, 2026 (Letter of Inquiry) | July 24, 2026 (Full proposal, invitation-only)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 per award; project duration up to 36 months.
Summary: Supports collaborative, multidisciplinary projects to advance renewable natural resources through real-world implementation and community engagement.
Key Information: LOI must include proof of RNRF member organization affiliation; full proposals are invitation-only.
This opportunity supports substantial, longer-term initiatives that bridge research, evidence-based practices, and real-world implementation in the field of renewable natural resources. The program is designed to foster multidisciplinary collaboration, engage community partners and stakeholders, and generate measurable impact across interconnected environmental, social, and economic systems. Projects must address at least one RNRF focus area—such as air quality, ecosystem conservation, regenerative agriculture, renewable energy, or water quality—and clearly demonstrate community engagement, scientific rigor, and potential for broader use or scalability.