Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Grants
Forecasted
Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Grants support early-career researchers studying North American terrestrial and freshwater fauna through seed research in wildlife conservation and related fields.
Funder: American Museum of Natural History
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Generally $500–$3,500 for short-term seed research
Summary: Supports early-career research in wildlife conservation and related fields involving North American terrestrial and freshwater fauna.
Key Information: Bird research and marine research must be submitted to separate AMNH grant programs.
Description
The Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Grants are administered by the American Museum of Natural History through its Richard Gilder Graduate School. These modest, short-term seed research awards support early-career researchers, including doctoral students, conducting research in any phase of wildlife conservation or related fields.
The program focuses on North American terrestrial and freshwater fauna, including both living animals and fossils. Freshwater environments include rivers, lakes, and streams. Its geographic scope covers all of North America north of the Isthmus of Panama, including the Caribbean. The grants form part of AMNH’s broader support for students and researchers beginning their careers.
