Small Grants
Forecasted
Small Grants support early-career scientists, conservation practitioners, educators and community-led initiatives in local research, conservation and education projects to protect sharks and related marine species.
Funder: Save Our Seas Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Stage I) | August 2027 (Stage II, invitation only)
Funding Amounts: Up to US$10,000; average US$5,000; projects up to 18 months, funded for one financial year
Summary: Supports innovative, locally led start-up projects advancing research, conservation and education for marine chondrichthyan species.
Key Information: Application answers must be applicants’ own words; generative AI tools cannot create the text.
Description
Save Our Seas Foundation Small Grants support original, innovative and finite projects in any country, led by early-career scientists, emerging conservation practitioners, educators and community-led initiatives. The programme focuses on marine chondrichthyans: sharks, rays, skates, sawfishes and chimaeras. Pilot studies, novel methodologies and grassroots approaches are particularly encouraged, including preliminary investigations that establish a foundation for larger, longer-term work.
The programme targets local projects conducted by local project leaders, whether independently or within a broader initiative. Projects should integrate at least two components of research, conservation and education. The foundation prioritises exceptional projects addressing substantial conservation needs, with a clear pathway to real-world impact, active local collaboration and accessible communication of results.
