Expedition grants
The Royal Geographical Society funds innovative geographical fieldwork, expeditions, and storytelling projects worldwide to advance scientific and public understanding of geography.
Funder: Royal Geographical Society
Due Dates: January 8, 2027 (RGS Explore Grants, Neville Shulman Challenge Award, The Gino Watkins Fund, Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award, Journey in Audio) | February 15, 2027 (Peter Smith Award)
Funding Amounts: £500–£5,000 (RGS Explore Grants) | up to £10,000 (Neville Shulman Challenge Award) | up to £4,000 (Gino Watkins Fund, Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award) | £1,000 (Peter Smith Award) | training/equipment/travel support (Journey in Audio)
Summary: Multiple grants supporting original, challenging geographical fieldwork, expeditions, and storytelling worldwide, advancing geographical knowledge and exploration.
Key Information: Most deadlines align on January 8, 2027; eligibility and award size vary by grant stream.
Description
The Royal Geographical Society (RGS) offers a suite of expedition and fieldwork grants aimed at supporting innovative, challenging, and impactful geographical research and exploration. These grants empower individuals and teams to undertake overseas expeditions, document journeys through audio storytelling, or address humanitarian, scientific, or educational challenges—advancing geographical knowledge and public engagement. Funding is available for a range of project types, from polar science to cultural exploration, and includes both financial support and training opportunities.
