Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award
The Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award supports humanitarian, scientific, or educational projects that embody the Transglobe Expedition's tradition of challenge and perseverance. This award enables recipients to achieve meaningful ambitions and inspire others.
📝 About the Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award
The Transglobe Expedition, led by Sir Ranulph Fiennes, was the first expedition to achieve a longitudinal circumnavigation of the Earth using only surface transport. This extraordinary journey spanned over 52,000 miles from 1979 to 1982, marking one of the greatest feats of exploration and endurance in modern history.
Opportunity Details:
- Date Published: August 04, 2025
- Application Deadline: November 30, 2025
- Category: Grants
- Sponsor Organisation: Royal Geographical Society
💰 Benefits of the Award
- Grants typically range between £2,000 and £5,000.
- Applications for smaller amounts or larger bids (under exceptional circumstances) are welcomed.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- Projects must align with the Transglobe Expedition's tradition of challenge and perseverance.
- Applications are accepted from anywhere in the world.
📅 Application Date and Process
- Deadline: 30 November 2025 for projects commencing after 1 April 2026.
Application Requirements:
- Reference Letters: Arrange for two reference letters to be sent directly to grants@rgs.org.
- Risk Assessment: Submit a full risk assessment, emergency response plan, and ethics assessment alongside your application.
- Exceptional Cases: In rare instances, applications addressing immediate needs or opportunities may be reviewed outside the annual cycle. Contact grants@rgs.org for guidance.
Additional Resources:
- Review the guidance for Society grants for detailed information on conditions, application procedures, and expectations.
- Learn more about expeditions previously supported by the Transglobe Expedition Trust.
📧 Contact Information
For inquiries or guidance, email: grants@rgs.org
🔗 Application Portal
- View details of the Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award.
- Apply for the award via the Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award application page.
📌 Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 30 November 2025
- Project Start Date: After 1 April 2026
This award is an incredible opportunity to pursue impactful projects that inspire and challenge boundaries. Apply now to make a difference! 🌟
- Grants are historically given for between £2,000 and £5,000.
- Applications for smaller amounts, as well as larger bids under exceptional circumstances, are welcomed.
