Kensington Conservation Grant
Forecasted
Kensington Conservation Grant supports scientists and independent explorers in field research and storytelling that advance cultural and environmental conservation and deepen public understanding.
Funder: Explorers Club
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 per award for up to 12 months of fieldwork; $1,000,000 initiative
Summary: Supports on-the-ground field research advancing cultural and environmental conservation, with an emphasis on exploration and storytelling.
Key Information: Research conducted in China or by Chinese citizens cannot be considered.
Description
The Kensington Conservation Grant is an annual program administered by The Explorers Club with support from Jeff Willner and Kensington. It funds on-the-ground conservation research that deepens understanding of the world and contributes to a more vibrant, sustainable future. The program supports a wide range of field science disciplines and welcomes scientists and independent explorers, including those whose skills and knowledge were gained outside traditional academic pathways.
Exploration and storytelling are central to the program. Projects may address cultural impacts, environmental impacts, or both, while communicating the importance and educational value of their work to the public through media. Particular interests include projects with significant impact, projects led by explorers from equity-deserving groups, and work focused on responsible or sustainable tourism.
