SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Conservation Fund

Purpose:   The SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Conservation Fund (SWBGCF) makes grants in four priority areas: conservation education, species research, habitat protection, and animal rescue and rehabilitation.

Within the area of conservation education, funding priorities include the following:
  • Nature deficit disorder: encouraging youth to spend time outdoors connecting with nature, and understanding the value of nature and mechanisms for sustainability.
  • Leadership development: identifying potential conservation leaders and developing their leadership skills and knowledge.
Eligibility: Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations; schools, etc. The fund works with organizations to support programs that are science-based, solution-driven, and community-oriented. Each applicants is required to create a login and the application must be completed online.

Amount available per project:   Awards range from $5,000 to $25,000.

Deadline for Applications to Funding Agency: Applications are due November 30 and April 30, annually.

District Guidelines: An Intent to Submit form must be completed and sent to the Office of Community Development before applying for any grant for Humble ISD. Please contact Adrianne Holmes at the Office of Community Development at 281-641-8141 for more information.

Link to opportunity:  http://www.swbg-conservationfund.org/grantInfo.htm
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