[Royal Geographical Society](https://www.rgs.org)

November 2026 (application deadline, projected)

Typical awards between £2,000 and £5,000; smaller/larger bids considered in exceptional cases.

Supports humanitarian, scientific, or educational projects that reflect the challenge and perseverance of the Transglobe Expedition.

This is a forecasted opportunity—dates and details may shift; check the program page for updates.

--- ## Description The Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award, offered by the Royal Geographical Society, supports humanitarian, scientific, or educational projects that embody the spirit of the Transglobe Expedition—emphasizing challenge, perseverance, and ambitious geographical journeys. The award is designed to encourage projects that make a significant impact through exploration and discovery, reflecting the legacy of the Transglobe Expedition and its commitment to advancing knowledge and understanding through fieldwork. Both emerging and established travelers or expeditioners are welcome to apply, with the aim of enabling recipients to achieve worthwhile ambitions and inspire others. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grants range from £2,000 to £5,000. - Applications for smaller amounts are welcome; larger bids may be considered under exceptional circumstances. - Funding is intended to support impactful fieldwork and expeditions in line with the award's ethos. --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals or teams proposing humanitarian, scientific, or educational projects that reflect the challenge and perseverance of the Transglobe Expedition. - Projects should involve significant fieldwork, exploration, or discovery. - Both UK and international applicants are eligible. - There are no explicit restrictions by career stage or discipline, but proposals should clearly align with the award’s values. - In exceptional cases, applications addressing immediate and urgent needs may be considered outside the annual cycle (contact the Society for guidance before applying in such cases). --- ## Application Process - Review the [guidance for Society grant applicants](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/guidance-for-society-grant-applicants/) for detailed information on requirements, conditions, and expectations. - Prepare an application that demonstrates how your project aligns with the spirit of the Transglobe Expedition, focusing on challenge, perseverance, and impact. - Submit your application or direct enquiries by email to [grants@rgs.org](mailto:grants@rgs.org). - Applications are typically reviewed after the posted deadline, with funding decisions communicated thereafter. - If proposing a project in response to an immediate event or opportunity, contact the Society in advance for guidance. --- ## Additional Information - Past projects supported by this award have included challenging expeditions and field research across a wide range of environments and disciplines. - Recipients are expected to share their findings and experiences with the Society and wider public. - Visit the [award webpage](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/expedition-grants/ran-and-ginny-fiennes-award/) for updates, detailed eligibility, and application materials. --- ## External Links - [Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award Program Page](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/expedition-grants/ran-and-ginny-fiennes-award/) - [General RGS Expedition Grants Overview](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/expedition-grants) - [Guidance for Society Grant Applicants](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/guidance-for-society-grant-applicants/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |--------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General enquiries | [enquiries@rgs.org](mailto:enquiries@rgs.org) | | Grant applications | [grants@rgs.org](mailto:grants@rgs.org) | | Phone | +44 (0)20 7591 3000 | | Contact form | [RGS Contact Page](https://www.rgs.org/about-us/contact-us/) | ---

Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award

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