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

February 2027 (application deadline, projected)

Up to £1,000; awarded annually; typically a one-year project

Supports innovative approaches to teaching geography at secondary and higher education levels, fostering creative curriculum resources and fieldwork.

--- ## Description The Ray Y Gildea Jr Award, administered by the Royal Geographical Society, is part of their teaching grants programme dedicated to fostering innovation in geography education at both secondary and higher education levels. The award encourages the development of creative approaches to geographical teaching and learning, including curriculum-led resource creation, research-linked fieldwork, and projects that promote collaboration between schools and higher education institutions. Recipients may have the opportunity for their educational resources to be published and shared with the broader teaching community. --- ## Due Dates - February 2027 (application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: up to £1,000 - Frequency: awarded annually - Typical project duration: 1 year --- ## Eligibility - Intended for individuals or teams working in higher and/or secondary education. - Supports innovation in teaching and learning of geography. - Projects must advance geographical knowledge and be relevant to curriculum or fieldwork in geography. - No explicit restrictions on applicant role, institution type, or membership status are stated in the available materials, but applicants should consult the [award page](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/teaching-grants/ray-y-gildea-jr-award/) for the most current and detailed eligibility requirements. - The Royal Geographical Society does not fund tuition, living costs, volunteering, or charity fundraising. - Retrospective funding for completed projects is not permitted. - School students (under 18) are generally not eligible to apply directly, but teachers working with secondary students are encouraged. --- ## Application Process - Applications are typically submitted via forms available on the RGS website; consult the [dedicated award page](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/teaching-grants/ray-y-gildea-jr-award/) for the latest instructions and forms. - Applicants should review the [guidance for Society grant applicants](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/guidance-for-society-grant-applicants/) to ensure compliance with conditions, reporting requirements, and ethical standards. - Supporting statements or references may be required. - The application and review process usually takes up to four months. - Only one grant application per annual cycle is permitted (with some exceptions for other named awards). - Reapplication in subsequent years is allowed for new projects. --- ## Additional Information - Projects often focus on creative curriculum resources, innovative fieldwork, and collaboration between educational levels. - Example outputs include published teaching resources and fieldwork toolkits (see [examples of funded resources](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/teaching-grants/)). - Equipment costs should not exceed 25% of the total award. - Grant-funded activities should be initiated within 12 months of award and typically completed within 12 months. - Extensions for extenuating circumstances (e.g., parental leave) may be granted upon request. --- ## External Links - [RGS Teaching Grants Programme Overview](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/teaching-grants) - [Ray Y Gildea Jr Award Details](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/teaching-grants/ray-y-gildea-jr-award/) - [Guidance for Society Grant Applicants](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/guidance-for-society-grant-applicants/) - [Frequently Asked Questions about RGS Grants](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/guidance-for-society-grant-applicants/frequently-asked-questions) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web | |---------|-------|-------|-----| | Grants Manager | [grants@rgs.org](mailto:grants@rgs.org) | +44 (0)20 7591 3000 | [Contact RGS](https://www.rgs.org/about-us/contact-us/) | ---

Ray Y Gildea Jr Award

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