Research grant
Oak Conservation and Research Fund — 2026 Call for Proposals
International Oak Society
- $5,000 – $10,000
- Apply directly
About
Support one-to-two-year oak conservation and research projects, with awards of USD 5,000–10,000. Themes include habitat restoration, ex-situ collections, field surveys and monitoring, reintroduction, education and fieldwork resolving taxonomic uncertainty. Priorities include threatened or Data Deficient oaks, diversity hotspots, conservation capacity in low-income countries and community engagement. Projects and spending must finish by 31 December 2028.
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Eligibility
Covers: USD 5,000–10,000 for a project expected to last one to two years; spending and completion by 31 December 2028.
Priority for threatened/Data Deficient oaks and diversity hotspots including Mexico, China, Central America, the USA and Southeast Asia; low-income-country capacity building is also prioritised.
Applicants must be current International Oak Society members in good standing by the deadline. Submit the official Word application and a detailed Excel budget to the email specified in the linked guidelines, without additional attachments. Proposals should explain conservation need, methods, measurable outcomes, partners, dissemination and budget. Applications are due 18 December 2026, 23:59 GMT.
Source: internationaloaksociety.org