Expedition grants
The Royal Geographical Society expedition grants fund original fieldwork and research worldwide to advance knowledge of environments, cultures, and global issues.
Funder: Royal Geographical Society
Due Dates: January 8, 2027 (Gino Watkins Fund, Neville Shulman Challenge Award, Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award, Journey in Audio) | February 15, 2027 (RGS Explore Grants) | April 2, 2027 (Fieldwork Apprenticeships)
Funding Amounts: Most grants range from £500–£10,000; specific awards: up to £10,000 (Neville Shulman), up to £5,000 (RGS Explore Grants), up to £4,000 (Gino Watkins Fund, RGS-Risman), £1,500 (Fieldwork Apprenticeships).
Summary: Expedition grants support ambitious, original fieldwork and expeditions worldwide to advance geographical knowledge.
Description
The Royal Geographical Society's expedition grants program funds a diverse portfolio of independent, challenging, and inspiring geographical journeys and research expeditions around the world. These grants are designed to encourage original fieldwork that advances knowledge of global environments, cultures, and peoples. Opportunities are available for both individuals and teams, supporting a wide range of topics including environmental change, polar research, cultural understanding, humanitarian projects, and innovative storytelling in geography.
