Rising Explorer Grant
Forecasted
Rising Explorer Grant supports young researchers worldwide in scientific fieldwork that generates new knowledge, helps launch careers in science, and contributes to the well-being of the planet.
Funder: Explorers Club
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Awards average $2,000
Summary: Supports young researchers worldwide conducting scientific fieldwork that generates new knowledge and contributes to the well-being of the planet.
Key Information: Two support letters must be uploaded through the application form for an application to be reviewed.
Description
The Explorers Club’s Rising Explorer Grant helps high school students, college undergraduates, and independent researchers working at an equivalent level turn scientific ideas into field research. The program aims to launch careers in science by providing resources and confidence to pursue questions, test ideas, and contribute to human knowledge and the well-being of the planet.
The grant supports field sciences across disciplines, including biology, ecology, wildlife conservation, environmental science, archaeology, anthropology, and marine and freshwater studies. Projects must generate new scientific knowledge rather than primarily offer an adventure, travel experience, or school field trip. Education and outreach are also part of the program, with applicants asked how they will share findings through activities such as public lectures, journal articles, school papers, or collaboration with the Club’s education partners.
