This isn't new, apparently, but it definitely caught my eye: The National Geographic Society offers grants to young people, ages 18 to 25, to support them as they engage in several different kinds of exploratory pursuits. Applicants are not required to have advanced degrees and the program isn't limited to U.S. citizens. Grants vary in amount, but most range between $2000 and $5000. ($5000 is the maximum.)
Here are the categories:
Here are the categories:
- The Committee for Research and Exploration (CRE) funds hypothesis-based scientific research. The CRE Web site has information on the fields of research funded.
- The Conservation Trust (CT) funds "innovative and applied approaches to conservation with potential for global application." The CT Web site has information on the types of projects funded.
- The Expeditions Council (EC) funds exploration and adventure around the world. Consult the EC Web site for more information on the types of programs funded.
The society also asks for the right of first refusal for popular publication and other media coverage of grantee's findings.
Application forms and instructions for applying are available on the society's Web site.
