African Raptor Leadership Research Grant 2026

The Raptor Research Foundation is currently accepting applications for its African Raptor Leadership Research Grant 2026. This grant aims to promote the conservation of African raptors by increasing the number of raptor champions in Africa by 30% over the next 10 years. It provides education and mentorship opportunities to residents of African countries.

🌟 About the Grant

The African Raptor Leadership Research Grant is designed to:

• Support the conservation of African raptors.
• Provide education and mentorship opportunities to African residents.
• Increase the number of raptor conservation leaders in Africa.

🎁 Benefits

• Funding up to $10,000 (amount awarded will vary depending on available funding and the level of support already available to the student).

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this grant:

• Only students may apply. This grant does not provide direct support to mentors.
• Applicants must have prior university acceptance to an MSc or Honors program at one of the three eligible universities.
  • If full acceptance is not possible at the time of application, the following is required:
    • Proof of application for the course.
    • An indication that you meet the eligibility requirements.
    • A letter of support from a prospective supervisor or course convenor.

📝 Application Process

To Apply:

Submit the following documents:

1. Applicant’s CV.
2. Proof of acceptance to one of the three eligible universities, or proof of application for the course along with eligibility confirmation.
3. A Research Proposal (3-5 pages) that includes:
   • Description of the conservation issue your project addresses.
   • Study objectives and methods.
   • Expected impacts (potential conservation outcomes and how they may come about).
   • Literature cited (≤1 page).
4. Budget detailing how funds will be spent.
5. Contact information of your in-country and academic student advisor.
6. Two letters of support:
   • One from your student advisor or prospective advisor.
   • One from another professional familiar with your work and capabilities, particularly related to African raptors or other wildlife species.
7. A list of other funding sources applied for or received.
8. A statement addressing the following:
   • How your past experiences have prepared you for African raptor leadership.
   • The mentoring you wish to access alongside your project and how it will empower your African raptor leadership.

📅 Application Deadline

• 30 June, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

For more details and to apply, visit the official Raptor Research Foundation African Raptor Leadership Research Grant page.

This opportunity is a significant step toward empowering African raptor conservation leaders. Don't miss the chance to contribute to this vital cause!

• With Up to $10,000. Amount awarded will vary depending on available funding and the level of support already available to the student.