World Environment and Resources Program

Typical application deadline: 
March
Page last updated: 
04/14/2010
Application Deadline: 
March 1, 2010
Contact Phone: 
(312) 726-8000
Keywords: 
Biodiversity
Conservation Biology
Ecological studies
Economics
Endangered Species
International
Policy
Population
Research/field research
Sustainability/Sustainable Development
Tropical
Amount: 
not specified
Funding Abstract: 

Support is provided for projects concerning the rapid degradation of the world's natural resources, including activities on conservation science and policy studies, conservation education and action, and conservation and sustainable economic development.
The sponsor provides support for activities targeted at the rapid degradation of the world's natural resources, seeking to increase understanding of the delicate relationship between the health of the biosphere and the welfare of human communities. The focus is primarily on the efforts to stem the destruction of tropical ecosystems and the consequent loss of species.
Areas of priority include: Conservation science and policy studies, Conservation education and action, and Conservation and sustainable economic development.

Funding Comments: 

* Funds provided for general projects, public awareness and education, projects outside the U.S., research grants and R&D, and training or professional development

Application Process and Required Materials: 

*Contact the MacArthur foundation for information on types of aid available, applications and guidelines.

Funding Restrictions: 

Not specified