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National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants

National Geographic Society

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Rolling / OpenLast verified: 2026-07-14

About This Grant

Funds research, exploration, and conservation projects ranging $10K-$100K.

Grant Summary

National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants is a National Geographic Society grant providing $10K to $100K for nonprofit, university. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

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Focus Areas

conservationexplorationresearchwildlife

Eligibility

nonprofituniversity

How to Apply

Funding Range

$10K$100K

Deadline

Recurring / periodic

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants from National Geographic Society, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
  4. 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Geographic Society before the deadline.
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National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants?

National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants is offered by National Geographic Society and is generally open to nonprofit, university. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants provide?

National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants provides between $10K and $100K per award from National Geographic Society. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants deadline?

National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, National Geographic Society, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.

How do you apply for the National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants?

To apply for National Geographic Society — Exploration & Conservation Grants, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Geographic Society.