Research Grant

Rufford Small Grants for Nature Conservation

Offered by Rufford Foundation · listed by LegitGood

Funding: £7,000 – £18,000
Deadline: No deadline stated
Sectors: environment
Eligible countries: Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Tanzania

Details last checked 12 Oct 2026 — confirm on the funder's site.

The Rufford Foundation provides a staged funding process for nature conservation projects in developing countries. The grants are aimed at small-scale or pilot projects that protect biodiversity and natural habitats, with a strong emphasis on fieldwork.

Requirements

Applications are accepted from individuals or small groups in the early stages of their conservation careers. Projects must focus on nature conservation in a developing or emerging economy country.

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