Opportunity Description
Primate Conservation, Inc. invites applications for grants supporting field-based research that directly contributes to the conservation of rare and endangered primate species in their natural habitats.
The program provides seed funding and matching grants for graduate students, qualified conservationists, and primatologists.
This program provides critical support for conservation-focused field research, particularly for projects targeting rare and endangered primates in Asia and West Africa.
By prioritizing local engagement, practical conservation outcomes, and capacity building, the grant encourages innovative, actionable research that can inform and implement effective species conservation strategies.
Overview of the Primate Conservation Grant Program 2026
- Type: Grant
- Sponsored by: Primate Conservation, Inc.
- Grant Amount: Average $2,500; maximum $5,000
- Eligible Activities: Field research for conservation; strictly no support for conferences, scientific meetings, tuition, salaries, overhead, or legal actions
- Geographical Focus: Asia and West Africa, with priority for least-known and most endangered species
- Applicant Advantage: Involvement of local citizens in the host country is highly valued
Application Requirements
- Proposals must be typed, double-spaced, in English, and limited to 20 pages
Submission Format:
- Three complete hard copies
- One digital version in MS Word or RTF (PDFs not accepted)
- All components (cover sheet, proposal, budget, CVs, institutional agreement) in a single file with specified naming format
Proposal Structure:
- Introduction and background
- Detailed project description
- Rigorous methods section
- Disease prevention measures
- Local community involvement and professional development
- Education components
- Post-project follow-up and dissemination of results
Budget & Timetable:
- Must clearly indicate all costs, funds available, institutional support, other grants applied for, and include matching grants where possible
Supporting Documents:
- CVs, relevant permissions, and completed institutional agreement form are mandatory
Evaluation
Applications are competitively assessed by external reviewers and the Board of Directors, focusing on:
- Scientific quality and conservation impact
- Feasibility of proposed methods
- Engagement of local communities
- Education and capacity-building components
- Budget clarity and matching grant inclusion
Timeline
- Funding Decisions: May 15 and December 15
