J. Berman Memorial Grant for Sea Turtle Conservation
The J. Berman Memorial Grant for Sea Turtle Conservation from Women Divers Hall of Fame funds women-led hands-on projects that directly protect sea turtles, focusing on practical conservation rather than research.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: November 30, 2026: Full application deadline | November 30, 2026: Letters of recommendation deadline
Funding Amounts: One grant of $2,000 for hands-on sea turtle conservation activity; funds must be used within 18 months of award.
Summary: Supports women of any age in advancing hands-on sea turtle conservation through direct action projects, not research.
Description
This grant, offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF), is dedicated to empowering women of any age to lead hands-on sea turtle conservation efforts. The funding supports activities such as fieldwork, equipment, or supplies that directly contribute to protecting sea turtles. The focus is on direct conservation action, not research, and proposals must include a clear conservation plan with defined outputs and outcomes. The grant is intended to make a tangible difference in sea turtle conservation and requires that results be communicated to relevant resource managers or regulatory agencies.
