Expedition grants
The Royal Geographical Society grants fund innovative overseas expeditions and fieldwork advancing geographical and environmental research, with a focus on exploration, science, and local collaboration.
Funder: Royal Geographical Society
Due Dates: January 8, 2027: The Gino Watkins Fund | January 8, 2027: Neville Shulman Challenge Award | January 8, 2027: Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award | February 15, 2027: RGS Explore Grants
Funding Amounts: £500–£5,000 (RGS Explore Grants) | Up to £10,000 (Neville Shulman) | Up to £4,000 (Gino Watkins) | £2,000–£5,000 (Ran and Ginny Fiennes, typical)
Summary: Supports original, challenging overseas expeditions and fieldwork advancing geographical knowledge, with emphasis on local collaboration and exploration.
Description
The Royal Geographical Society offers a suite of expedition grants to support teams and individuals undertaking original, challenging overseas expeditions and fieldwork. These grants are designed to advance geographical knowledge and understanding through exploration, research, and collaboration with local communities. Funding is available for a wide range of projects, including scientific research, environmental studies, humanitarian initiatives, and cultural exploration. The programme supports both early-career and established researchers, with multiple grant streams tailored to different expedition goals and applicant backgrounds.
