Critical Work in Research, Conservation, Exploration, and Education
Since 1888, National Geographic has supported exploration and discovery, bringing gems like Machu Picchu, undersea wonders, and new species to light. Our programs in field-based research, conservation, exploration, and education continue to provide the world with scientific breakthroughs and discoveries that inspire people everywhere to care about our planet. Today, a new generation of National Geographic explorers are redefining exploration. Become a part of this exciting generation by applying for one of the grants below.
Apply For a Grant
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Hypothesis-Driven
The Committee for Research and Exploration provides research grants focused on cultivating scientists, explorers, and conservationists.
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Media-Driven Storytelling
The Expeditions Council funds exploration of little-known areas of the world, as well as regions undergoing significant environmental or cultural change.
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Grants in Northern Europe and China
The Global Exploration Fund establishes local support for research, conservation, and exploration projects in Northern Europe and China.
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The Next Generation
The Young Explorers Grants Program awards grants to scientists and explorers between the ages of 18 and 25.
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Applied Conservation
The Conservation Trust supports projects of global importance, emphasizing practical conservation solutions.
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Exploratory Fieldwork
National Geographic/Waitt Grants provide funding for exploratory fieldwork that holds promise for breakthroughs in the natural and social sciences.
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Saving Big Cats
The Big Cats Initiative brings several National Geographic divisions together in the fight to save lions, leopards, cheetahs, and other big cats.
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Revitalization Projects
The Genographic Legacy Fund aids indigenous and traditional peoples by supporting revitalization projects that raise global awareness about cultural loss.
Join a Project
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Genographic Project
Where do you really come from? And how did you get to where you live today?
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Explorer Moment: Ray of Hope
Biologist Andrea Marshall leads her team in discovering new and conserving known manta ray species.
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Sylvia Earle on Women in Science
Sylvia Earle reflects on her scientific career and on gender obstacles she faced along the way.
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Kids
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Hands-On Explorer Challenge
Follow the winners as they blog about their ten-day Montana expedition.
Google Science Fair
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Nautilus Live
Follow Bob Ballard's team in real time as they explore the deep ocean.
Explorer Programs
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Emerging Explorers
These inspiring young adventurers, scientists, photographers, and storytellers are already making a difference.
