The Culture & Animals Foundation (CAF) provides annual grants to scholars and artists using their intellect and creativity to build a deeper understanding of human–animal relationships and a greater respect for animal rights.
Website
www.cultureandanimals.org
Who can apply
Anyone who wants to raise public awareness about animal rights through academic and artistic projects.
What can be funded
Grants are awarded in three categories:
1. Research – Scholarly projects about animal advocacy and its cultural roots and impact;
2. Creativity – Original work by artists and thinkers that expresses positive concern for animals;
3. Performance – Public performances and exhibitions to raise awareness of animal advocacy.
CAF does not fund hands-on projects, including animal rescue, public protest or trap-neuter-release programs. CAF also does not support species conservation projects, unless they include a commitment to animal rights and fit into one of the three categories of creativity, performance, or research. Read the FAQ for full criteria.
Geographical scope
Global.
When and how to apply for funding
CAF has an annual grant cycle. CAF accepts proposals from November 1 to January 31 of each year. Selected grantees will be notified by early April. An online application form is available during the yearly period of proposal acceptance.
Project duration
It depends on the funding scheme. Submitting a timeline is encouraged.
Funding rate
Not specified, but co-funding is welcome.
Max amount funded
Not specified. Individual grants are normally awarded in amounts ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars.
Indirect costs
No portion of a CAF grant may be used for administrative costs, overhead or any other form of indirect costs.
Note
Usually, around 10-15% of all applicants are awarded a grant.
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About the author
I am passionate about small mammals, pangolins in particular. After obtaining my master’s degree in modern literature, I started pursuing my interest in wildlife conservation. As a fundraiser, I have worked for NGOs incl. Greenpeace Netherlands and Free Press Unltd. I have experience in all types of fundraising, from crowdfunding campaigns and major donor relations to grant proposal writing. Next to that, I am a freelance nature journalist for Dutch daily papers and a nature writer. Nothing makes me happier than telling appealing stories to the public about the work of biologists and conservationists. In my spare time, I love updating my knowledge on the natural world with field courses, volunteer work and reading about natural history.
Available for: individual fundraising / crowdfunding training, proposal development, story telling.
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Spoken languages: NL, EN, basic DE and SE.
Contact: abroeksma@environmentalgrants.org
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