Whitley Fund for Nature—Whitley Awards 2026
The Whitley Fund for Nature – Whitley Awards 2026 is now accepting applications. This prestigious award supports grassroots conservation leaders in the Global South, providing funding and international recognition for their impactful work.
📝 Opportunity Details
- Date Published: September 13, 2025
- Application Deadline: October 31, 2025
- Category:
- Entrepreneurs
- Fully Funded
- Grants
🌍 About the Whitley Awards
The Whitley Awards fund dynamic, mid-career conservationists who are leading wildlife conservation projects in the Global South. These awards aim to spotlight winners’ work on an international stage, helping them scale up proven initiatives embedded in local communities.
- Sponsor Organisation: Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN)
🎁 Benefits
- Funding Amount: £50,000 GBP in project funding over one year.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Whitley Awards, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be dynamic, mid-career conservationists leading wildlife conservation projects in the Global South.
- Be nationals of the country in which they are working.
- Be seeking to scale up proven work that is:
- Embedded in the local community.
- Beneficial from further funding, a profile boost, and international support.
- Projects must:
- Involve communities at the grassroots level.
- Deliver practical action founded on science.
📅 Application Process
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Register for the Application Portal:
Visit the application portal to register and receive your unique login details. -
Complete and Submit Your Application:
Once registered, complete and submit your application online.
- Application Deadline: Midnight GMT on October 31, 2025.
🔗 Additional Information
- View detailed information about the Whitley Fund for Nature – Whitley Awards here.
- Apply directly for the Whitley Awards via the application portal.
Don't miss this opportunity to make a significant impact in wildlife conservation while gaining international recognition and support!
- Whitley Awards are worth £50,000 GBP in project funding over one year.
