WWF Blue Corridors for Turtles (BC4T) Small Grants Fund 2026

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is currently accepting applications for its Blue Corridors for Turtles (BC4T) Small Grants Fund 2026. This initiative supports community-engaged research focused on marine turtle conservation.

🐢 About WWF Blue Corridors for Turtles (BC4T) Small Grants Fund

The State of the World’s Sea Turtles (SWOT) program, in collaboration with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and Wildlife Computers, has launched the Blue Corridors for Turtles Small Grants Fund. This initiative aims to:

• Support community-engaged research on marine turtle conservation.
• Integrate satellite tracking data and genetic information across all sea turtle species and regions.
• Improve understanding of turtle connectivity.
• Identify and protect Important Marine Turtle Areas globally.

💰 Benefits of the BC4T Small Grants Fund

The program offers a total of USD 35,000 in funding, along with five satellite transmitters, to selected projects. Key details include:

• Maximum funding per project: USD 7,500.
• Preferred request size: Under USD 3,000.
• Budget flexibility: Applicants should include scaled budget options in case partial funding is awarded.

Funding will support multiple projects across various geographic regions, turtle species, and research priorities.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligible applicants include:

• Registered non-governmental organizations.
• Legally recognized associations.
• Local community groups engaged in marine turtle research or conservation.

Additional Requirements:

• Applicants must demonstrate relevant experience and align their proposed project with the objectives of the Blue Corridors for Turtles initiative.
• Each organization may submit only one proposal.
• Projects may focus on any marine turtle species.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 31 January, 2026.
• To apply, visit the application portal.

🌐 Additional Information

For more details about the WWF Blue Corridors for Turtles (BC4T) Small Grants Fund, visit the official website.

This opportunity is a significant step toward marine turtle conservation and offers a chance to contribute to global efforts in protecting these vital species.

• Total funding available: USD 35,000
• Maximum funding per project: USD 7,500
• Preferred request size: Under USD 3,000
• Budget flexibility: Applicants should include scaled budget options in case partial funding is awarded