Expedition grants
The Royal Geographical Society offers grants for innovative fieldwork and exploration that advance geographical knowledge through original research and impactful storytelling worldwide.
Funder: Royal Geographical Society
Due Dates: January 8, 2027: RGS Explore Grants — Application deadline | January 8, 2027: Neville Shulman Challenge Award — Deadline | January 8, 2027: Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award — Deadline for projects (taking place after 2026-04-01) | January 8, 2027: Kensington Fieldwork Grant — Deadline | January 8, 2027: The Gino Watkins Fund Awards — Application deadline
Funding Amounts: £500–£5,000 (RGS Explore Grants) | up to £10,000 (Neville Shulman Challenge Award) | £2,000–£5,000 (Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award) | £25,000 (Kensington Fieldwork Grant) | up to £4,000 (Gino Watkins Fund Awards)
Summary: Expedition grants support impactful fieldwork, research, and exploration worldwide, advancing geographical knowledge through independent, original projects.
Description
The Royal Geographical Society's expedition grants program funds innovative and challenging fieldwork and exploration projects across the globe. Designed for researchers, explorers, and storytellers, these competitive grants aim to advance geographical knowledge, foster local collaboration, and support original research in diverse environments. Multiple grant streams are available, each with distinct eligibility criteria and funding levels, to empower both early-career and established applicants.
