FUNDING LIST COMPILED -- 2015

Title – Graduate Science Programs (NOAA)

a. Description – Provides training in meterology, hydrology, cartography, ecology, marine biology, etc. [this description could be more complete]

b. Eligibility – Must attend an accredited graduate school and submit a faculty letter of recommendation.

c. Due dates – January 31st, yearly

d. Amount & nature – Cover tuition, lab fees, books, and housing for the time spent at NOAA research facility.

e. Url – http://www.epp.noaa.gov/gsp_faqs_page.html#application_process

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Title – Hau’oli Mau Loa Foundation

a. Description – Hau‘oli Mau Loa Foundation received its full bequest from the benefactor, through an estate plan, in 2007. In early 2008, when the Foundation hired its first staff, the Foundation began a process of developing program and grantmaking strategies that are consistent with the broad vision of the Foundation’s benefactor.

The board and senior staff conducted a series of discussions with non-profit leaders in and outside Hawai‘i, including those who run agencies, work in academia, set policy or provide funding. A common message heard was that the Foundation needs to focus its resources to have a greater impact. Combining what was learned from these discussions with an internal assessment of the Foundation’s earlier work has resulted in the confirmation of five grantmaking strategies: Environment, First Generation Partners, Hope for Kids, Housing Projects andHumanitarian Relief.Grantmaking Strategies:

Environment ~ the Foundation’s mission includes promoting stewardship, preservation and protection of the natural environment. We are making grants in this field in both Hawai‘i and internationally.

b. Eligibility – The overall goal of the Hau‘oli Mau Loa graduate assistantships is to develop the next generation of natural resource management leaders in Hawai‘i. The following eligibility criteria apply: (i) good academic standing (minimum GPA of 3.0 prior to and throughout the assistantship); (ii) from Hawai‘i, as evidenced by graduating from a Hawai‘i high school; (iii) pursuing a M.S. Plan B degree in NREM; (iv) track record of supporting Hawai‘i’s environment (e.g., internships, volunteer opportunities, etc.) and serving in a leadership capacity (academic, athletic, extracurricular, and/or professional); and (v) commitment to pursuing and attaining a long-term career in natural resource management in Hawai‘i.

c. Due date(s) – February 1 before the Fall Semester

d. Amount & nature – Each assistantship comes with generous support for two years (2nd year pending satisfactory academic performance), including a Graduate Assistantship salary ($20,472/year plus fringe benefits), a full tuition remission, and $5,000 in professional development funds (books, fees, travel to local and national conferences, supplies, etc.)

e. Url – http://hauolimauloa.org/grantseekers/guidelines/

Title – 'Imi Na'auao Scholarship

a. Description – Merit based scholarship available to students pursuing a graduate degree.

b. Eligibility – 1) Hawaii resident 2) Mininum GPA of 3.0 3) Conferred/anticipated a bachelor's degree by Spring of the year applied for. 4) Full time student 5) Received the scholarship for less than two years 6) Classified, degree-seeking student

c. Due date(s) – March 9, 2015

d. Amount & nature – The amount of the scholarship award varies each year depending on the availability of Kamehameha Schools (KS) funds

e. Url – https://apps.ksbe.edu/financialaid/post-high/iminaauao/#Imi_getprepared

Title – Na Ho'okama a Pauahi Scholarship

a. Description – The Nā Hoʻokama a Pauahi Program (NHAP) is a need-based scholarship available to students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited post-high institution in the United States recognized by Kamehameha Schools (KS). Last year, KS was able to award approximately $12 million in scholarships to over 2,200 students.

b. Eligibility – 1) Hawaii resident 2) Full-time student 3) Classified, degree-seeking student 4) Demonstration of financial need 5) Meet the maximum funding guidelines

c. Due date(s) – not listed

d. Amount & nature – Maximum award amount is $8,000 and is determined by calculating cost of attendance minus the applicant's estimated family contribution.

e. Url – https://apps.ksbe.edu/financialaid/post-high/nahookama/

Title – Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program

a. Description – The Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program is awarded to students pursuing a degree in a science related field twice a year. A $1500 (or international currency equivalent) scholarship will be awarded to one student for the fall and spring semesters.

b. Eligibility –

Applicants must have a major declared in a science related field. Open worldwide.

Enrolled or accepted for enrollment (baccalaureate, graduate, associate degree, or diploma) with a declared major in a science related field.

c. Due date(s) –

Deadline for this application is December 11, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. MST. Finalist will be notified by December 23, 2015.

d. Amount & nature – $1500 to one student for fall and spring semesters.

e. Url – http://www.novusbio.com/scholarship-program.html

Title – Tuition Won't Stop ME Scholarship Opportunity

a. Description – It's no secret that students are frustrated with the rising costs of getting an education. Study.com wants to help by offering you the chance to win our $1,000 scholarship to help manage your college costs with our new Tuition Won't Stop Me Scholarship. Find out how!

b. Eligibility – Entrants must be enrolled in a degree, diploma or certificate program and be at least 18 years old at the time of entry.

c. Due date(s) – From April 3 at 5 p.m. (Pacific) until August 3 at 5 p.m. (Pacific), you can sound off about all of the challenges of being a college student and win $1,000 to help pay for school!

d. Amount & nature – $1,000 total.

e. Url – http://study.com/articles/Tuition_Scholarship.html

Title – 'Krill Oil- Educate Your Heart' Scholarship

a. Description – Viva Labs Krill Oil is proud to support students in Canada and the United States that invest in higher education. While education can be invaluable, it is a costly investment.

b. Eligibility – Eligibility is for any student currently enrolled in the fall/spring school year of 2013/2014 at any college, university, trade or technical school within the United States or Canada. Students must maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average of at least 3.0 (or the equivalent). Students must be 16 years or older at the time of enrollment. Must be a Canadian/American citizen or hold a valid student visa. Winning participants will be required to submit a photo for promotional purposes.

c. Due date(s) – Tuesday, December 31, 2015.

d. Amount & nature – $1,000 total

e. Url – http://krilloil.com/krill-oil-scholarship/

Title – Hawaii Community Foundation Scholarship

a. Description – The Hawaii Community Foundation recognizes the growing challenge of supporting students who are motivated to attain their degrees and achieve their career goals. HCF's scholarship program consists of over 190 different scholarship funds established by generous individuals, businesses, organizations, and private foundations. All of them are dedicated to making sure that educational opportunities are available to Hawaii students who need and deserve them. - See more at:

b. Eligibility – Be a resident of the State of Hawaii Demonstrate financial need Attend an accredited two or four year college or university within the United States as either an undergraduate or graduate student Be a full-time student as determined by your institution (generally,12 credits undergraduate; 9 credits graduate) Maintain a minimum 2.7 GPA (unless otherwise stated)

c. Due date(s) – The scholarship application period began December 1, 2014 and will end at 4pm on February 19, 2015. For more information about completing your online application please visit our Scholarships FAQs page.

d. Amount & nature – Most scholarship funds offer varying award amounts, which range from $500 to several thousand dollars, depending on the size of the particular fund, the number of qualified applicants and the directions given by the donor(s) of the funds. The average scholarship award in 2014 was $3,200. Please know that our application process is competitive and not all applicants will receive an award.

e. Url – http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholarships

Title –OHA Scholarships

a. Description – A higher education opens up a world of possibilities. OHA is committed to ensuring Native Hawaiians and their ‘ohana are aware of existing resources to assist them in pursuing their education and training goals. Each year OHA provides funding for scholarships through its Higher Education Scholarship Programs. In addition, OHA has created He Ipu Kāʻeo, a resource booklet created for Native Hawaiian students seeking

post-secondary education; both college and career training programs. It includes information on scholarships, financial aid resources, and student support services.

b. Eligibility –

Be of Hawaiian ancestry and be verified Be a Hawaiʻi resident or resident of the continental United States

• Demonstrate financial need

Be enrolled full-time or part-time at an accredited two or four-year college OR accredited vocational education training program, as an undergraduate or graduate student

Demonstrate academic achievement of at least a 2.0 GPA (undergraduate) and 3.0 GPA (graduate)

Remain in good academic standing

c. Due date(s) – Registration is currently closed, but could be useful to keep tabs on this for next year.

d. Amount & nature – not specified

e. Url – http://www.oha.org/scholarships

Title – ScholarshipPoints.com Scholarship

a. Description – Just like the beautiful flowers and scenic beaches that cover the islands of Hawaii, plentiful also are the scholarship award dollars available to students and residents of the Aloha State. Hawaii is full of culture and breathtaking landscapes, including Polynesian traditions, Hawaiian volcanoes, Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial, and more. The charm of the islands also attracts students to universities, including University of Hawaii at Manoa, Hawaii Pacific University (HPU), and University of Hawaii at Hilo (UHH or UH Hilo). If you’re a student looking to attend a school in your home state of Hawaii, you could say "aloha" to some free college dollars. Check out this directory of scholarships for students in Hawaii, and apply online today! For even more scholarships, fill out a free Unigo profile to discover your personalized list of possible awards.

b. Eligibility – This scholarship drawing is open to legal residents of the United States.

c. Due date(s) – Wednesday, September 30, 2015

d. Amount & nature – The monthly scholarships are worth $1,000 each, and the quarterly scholarships are worth $10,000 each. All scholarships are offered annually and are non-renewable.

e. Url – https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/by-state/hawaii-scholarships/scholarshippoints-com-scholarship/1003162

Graduate Research Fellowship Program (National Science Foundation)a. Description – This program awards graduate education fellowships for master's and doctorallevel candidates in environmentally related fields of study, including both traditionally recognizedenvironmental disciplines. The purpose of the fellowship program is to encourage promising students toobtain advanced degrees and pursue careers in environmental fields.b. Eligibility – pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in an environmentally related topic area at afully accredited U.S. college or university, 3 letters of recommendationc. Due date(s) – October 26, 2015d. Amount & nature –up to $84,000, maximum two years.e. Url http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=6201_______________________________________________________________________

Graduate Research Innovation (GRIN) (Department of the Interior/Bureau of Land Management)a. Description – six federal wildland management and research agencies (U.S. Department ofAgriculture, Forest Service and five bureaus in the U.S. Department of the Interior: Bureau of IndianAffairs, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service, and theGeological Survey) have partnered up to address problems associated with wildland fuels andfire-impacted ecosystems. It is for current MS and PhD graduate students in the field of ecologicalsciences/human dimensions that are related to wildland fire.b. Eligibility – MS and PhD students, funds awarded through the universityc. Due date(s) – November 13, 2015 5:00 p.m. MSTd. Amount & nature –$292,800e. Url http://www.firescience.gov/AFPs/16201/16201_FON_Announcement.pdf_______________________________________________________________________

Laboratory Graduate Research Programa. Description – Appointments are available for qualified U.S. university graduate students who wishto carry out their thesis research at Argonne under the cosponsorship of an Argonne staff member anda faculty member at the student’s home institution. The Argonne staff sponsor collaborates with a facultysponsor and informs them about the student’s progress, and he/she attends the thesis defense. Appointments are one year with annual renewals being contingent upon satisfactory performance by the appointee.b. Eligibility – university graduate students who wish to carry out their thesis research at Argonne

National Laboratory under cosponsorship of an Argonne staff member and a faculty member, twoletters of recommendation required.c. Due date(s) – open, no due date listedd. Amount & nature – stipend (min $2000), tuition payment at the discretion of the division, andcertain travel expensese. Url http://www.anl.gov/education/graduates/laboratorygraduateresearchappointment_______________________________________________________________________

Environmental Quality and Protection Resource Managementa. Description – financial assistance (grants or cooperative agreements) to reduce or removepollutants in the environment, for the protection of human health, water and air resources; to restoredamaged or degraded watersheds; and to respond to changing climate (partnership projects are limitedto public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management)b. Eligibility – Anyone/General public.c. Due date(s) – not listed must contact the headquarters or regional office for deadlinesd. Amount & nature – Cooperative Agreements (Discretionary Grants) for dissemination of technicalinformation and training, final budget approvals rest with the State Director.e. Url https:// www.cfda.gov/?s=program&mode=form&tab=step1&id=7e70d44214e3a9fe0a2a9d7beb4e1266_______________________________________________________________________

DOE Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) Programa. Description – to prepare graduate students for science, technology, engineering, or mathematics(STEM) careers critically important to the DOE Office of Science mission, by providing graduate thesisresearch opportunities at DOE laboratories for 312 months.b. Eligibility – graduate student, two Letters of Supportc. Due date(s) – December 15, 2015 at 5:00PM ETd. Amount & nature – supplemental funds for graduate awardees to conduct part of their thesisresearch at a host DOE laboratory in collaboration with a DOE laboratory scientist.e. Url http://science.energy.gov/wdts/scgsr/_______________________________________________________________________

Conservation Workshop Grant/ Reforestation Grantsa. Description – support nongovernmental organizations, community groups, governmentagencies, and educational institutions. These grants support training courses and workshops in WWFpriority ecoregions on topics of importance for local and regional conservation efforts, supportscommunities in regaining ecological integrity and enhancing human well being in deforested ordegraded forest landscapes.

b. Eligibility – be a part of an organization must have an established presence in an eligible country.c. Due date(s) – November 1, 2015d. Amount & nature –$7,500 for the proposed training, (has supported more than 400 organizationstraining over 20,000 participants)e. Url http://www.worldwildlife.org/projects/conservationworkshopgrants_______________________________________________________________________

Broad Agency Announcement for 3D Elevation Program (USGS/National Park Service)a. Description – goal to respond to needs for high-quality topographic data and for a wide range ofother three dimensional representations of the Nation's natural and constructed features; collectenhanced elevation data in the form of high-quality light detection and ranging (lidar) data over theconterminous United States, Hawaii, and the U.S. territories.b. Eligibility – individualsc. Due date(s) – 09/30/2015d. Amount & nature –Cooperative Agreement Grant/Procurement Contracte. Url http://www.grants.gov/searchgrants.html?fundingCategories%3DNR%7CNatural%20Resources_______________________________________________________________________

**ALFRED P. SLOAN FOUNDATION, Major Program Area: Energy & Environment Research Projecta. Description – energy economics, energy technology, energy resources, and energy security,motivated by gaps in understanding about the economic, environmental, and security effects of ongoingchanges in the energy supply and demand system, technological change, and public policies aimed atmitigating greenhouse gas emissions.b. Eligibility – lists “what they do not fund” and graduate research is not listed, letter of inquiryrequiredc. Due date(s) – not listed (you must be contacted after submitting letter or inquiry)d. Amount & nature – 2 categories: less that $125K and more than $125Ke. Url http://www.sloan.org/fileadmin/media/files/application_documents/proposal_guidelines_research_officer_grants.pdf__________________________________________________________________________________

**Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Agriculture and Natural Resources Science for ClimateVariability and Change Challenge Area (USDA)a. Description – priority is to mitigate and adapt to climate variability and change, supports activitiesthat reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase carbon sequestration in agricultural and forestproduction systems, and prepare the nation's agriculture and forests to adapt to variable climates;

reduce the use of energy, nitrogen fertilizer, and water by ten percent and increase carbonsequestration by fifteen percent through resilient agriculture and forest production systems, supportmultifunctionIntegrated Research, Education, and/or Extension Projects and Food and AgriculturalScience Enhancement (FASE) Grants.b. Eligibility – Subject to the availability of appropriations to carry out the AFRI program, theSecretary may award grants to state agricultural experiment stations; colleges and universities;university research foundations; other research institutions and organizations; federal agencies;national laboratories; private organizations or corporations; individuals; or any group consisting of twoor more of the aforementioned entitiesc. Due date(s) – could only find previous deadlines, included it in case it opens againd. Amount & nature –In FY 2015 approximately $9 million will be available in support for thisprograme. Url http://nifa.usda.gov/program/agricultureandfoodresearchinitiative______________________________________________________________________

**UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI‘I SEA GRANT COLLEGE PROGRAMa. Description – Proposals that integrate the physical, biological, and social sciences towardaddressing issues that are relevant to living sustainably along coasts and that engage in graduatestudent training are especially encouraged. UH Sea Grant also encourages the submission of rigorousproposals from investigators in the social and design sciences, areas of research historicallyunderrepresented in Sea Grant. The five UH Sea Grant focus areas are: Sustainable CoastalDevelopment, Hazard Resilience in Coastal Communities, Sustainable Coastal Tourism, WaterResource Sustainability, and Indigenous Cultural Heritage.b. Eligibility – Faculty from universities and colleges; state, local and indigenous organizations; andindividuals in Hawai‘i and US Pacific territories are eligible to applyc. Due date(s) – EXPIRED, this organization is a good source to be aware of and regularly opensmore grantsd. Amount & nature –typical award is $30,000/year but may range from $10,000 to $45,000 inclusiveof indirect costse. Url http://seagrant.soest.hawaii.edu/sites/default/files/content/main/uhsg_rfp_201618_final_10232014.links/resources

2) Title – Hertz Fellowship

a. Description – The fellow makes a moral commitment to employ technical skills they process that is made available to the country.

b. Eligibility – College seniors wishing to pursue a PhD degree and graduate students wishing to pursue a degree of the applied physical, biological, and engineering sciences who are citizens or permanent residents of the U.S.

c. Due date(s) – 10/30/15, 11:59pm, Pacific Time

d. Amount & nature – Successful applicants have the choice of 2 fellowship options: 1) Five year Hertz- $32,000/ 9 month personal stipend, full tuition equivalent, and renewable for up to five years & 2) Hertz period 2 years, $38,000 / 9 month personal stipend and full tuition equivalent.

e. Url - http://www.hertzfoundation.org/dx/fellowships/application.aspx

3) Title – Goldwater Science Scholarships

a. Description – Created to encourage outstanding students to pursue careers in mathematics, the natural sciences or engineering and to foster excellence in those fields.

b. Eligibility – Enrolled as a student pursing a degree in mathematics, natural sciences, or engineering with 2 faculty members that can discuss your potential for a research career. 1 of the faculty must be in your line of study.

c. Due date(s) – January 22, 2016

d. Amount & nature – Each scholarship covers eligible expenses for tuition, fees, books, room and board, up to a maximum of 7,500 annually.

e. Url - http://goldwaterscholars.scholarsapply.org/default.aspx

4) Title – DOE Computational Science Graduate Fellowship

a. Description – As part of its science and national security missions, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) supports a broad spectrum of basic and applied research in science and engineering. DOE has special interest in encouraging the development of the next generation of scientists and engineers.

b. Eligibility – Students must be planning a full-time, uninterrupted study toward a PhD degree at an accredited U.S. university. Students in their first year of graduate study in engineering, mathematics, or the physical computer, or life sciences are eligible to apply. Applicants must be either U.S citizens or permanent resident aliens, and must be enrolled at a departments that certifies that either 1) no more than one term of teaching, grading, or other departmental support activities are required for the department or 2) if there are requirements to teach, grade, provide other departmental support for more than one term, they will be waived for the DOE CSGF fellow.

c. Due date(s) – Application available October 2015

d. Amount & nature – Yearly stipend of $36,000, full tuition and required fees will be paid during the appointment period, $5,000 academic allowance in the first fellowship year and $1,000 allowance each renewed year, and the potential to renew the fellowship for up to 4 years of total support.

e. Url - https://www.krellinst.org/doecsgf/application/

5) Title – The Society for Integrative & Comparative Biology (SICB)- Aid of Research Grant

a. Description – Provides supplemental awards to graduate students in support of their research in the fields of integrative and comparative biology.

b. Eligibility – Awards are limited to graduate students currently enrolled in degree programs who are active members of SICB. Non-members must become members for the current grant year.

c. Due date(s) – October 20, 2015

d. Amount & nature – Awards are made in amounts up to a maximum of $1000.

e. Url - http://www.sicb.org/grants/giarinfo.php

6) Title – E.O. Wilson Conservation Award

a. Description – Encourage graduate students of animal behavior to participate in meaningful conservation-related research.

b. Eligibility – Graduate student in animal behavior, conservation-related research.

c. Due date(s) – Does not specify.

d. Amount & nature – A singleaward of up to $2,000 is given in recognition of a research proposal considered meritorious for its integration of behavior and conservation.

e. Url - http://www.animalbehaviorsociety.org/web/awards-wilson.php

7) Title – EPA Science to Achieve Results (STAR) Fellowships for Graduate Environmental Study

a. Description – EPA, National Center for Environmental Research invites applications for the Science to Achieve Results Fellowships for graduate environmental study for masters level students.

b. Eligibility – Students must attend a fully accredited U.S. college or university (located in the U.S. or its territories) for their graduate studies, and must also be U.S. citizens.

c. Due date(s) – May 26th, 2015 at 11:59PM

d. Amount & nature – Potential funding per fellowship: $44,000 per year. Masters level students may receive support for a maximum of 2 years for a total of up to $88,000.

e. Url - http://epa.gov/ncer/rfa/2015/2015_star_gradfellow.html

8) Title – Gloria Barron Wilderness Society Scholarship

a. Description – The scholarship seeks to encourage individuals who have the potential to make a significant positive difference in wilderness protection in the U.S.

b. Eligibility – Enrolled in an accredited graduate institution in North America, have strong academic qualifications, have academic and/ career goals focused on making a significant positive difference in the long-term protection of wilderness in the U.S. Graduate students in natural resources management, law or policy programs are strongly encouraged to apply.

c. Due date(s) – March 31, 2015

d. Amount & nature – Scholarship is paid in two installments, the first in August and the second in February, and the amount varies from year to year. They have awarded $10,000 to graduate students in the past.

e. Url – http://wilderness.org/article/gloria-barron-wilderness-society-scholarship-how-apply

10) Title – The Garden Club of America Fellowship in Ecological Restoration

a. Description – Support specialized graduate study and research in ecological restoration.

b. Eligibility –Open to graduate students with fields of study that range from forestry, plant sciences, ecology, and evolutionary biology.

c. Due date(s) – December 31st

d. Amount & nature – Provides an annual grant for $8000 for study and research.

e. Url - http://www.gcamerica.org/index.cfm/scholarships/details/id/13

Title – National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP)

a. Description – a fellowship awarded to candidates pursuing graduate study. The students must be innovative leaders in their field with promising backgrounds and goals to implement research with broader impacts.

b. Eligibility – Senior undergraduates, gap year students, and first or second year graduate student. Current graduate students must have not completed more than 12 months of full time graduate study.

c. Due date(s) – Due dates depend on field of study. October 26th for geosciences and life sciences.

d. Amount & nature – 32,000 annual stipend for 3 years with 12,000 a year toward tuition.

e. Url – http://www.nsfgrfp.org/

Title –American Cetacean Society Small Grants in Aid of Research

a. Description – Small grants meant to aid direct costs of research and field work related to cetaceans.

b. Eligibility – graduate students, young scientists with less than 10 post doctoral years of experience

c. Due date(s) – rolling basis

d. Amount & nature – range from 100-1,000

e. Url – http://acsonline.org/research/request-for-proposals/

Title –American Cetacean Society- Puget Sound chapter student travel grant

a. Description – grant given to 3 students presenting their research on cetaceans at the upcoming Society for Marine Mammalogy conference. Awardees will be chosen based off of a lottery system.

b. Eligibility – Research poster or talk must be regarding cetaceans in the Pacific Northwest.

c. Due date(s) – Applications due by August 28th, 2015

d. Amount & nature – 500 one time money to help with travel costs

e. Url - http://www.acspugetsound.org/grants/student-travel-grant.php

Title –Marine Mammal Commission Grants to Protect Marine Mammals

a. Description – The commission offers small (less than 10,000) and large grants for research on marine mammals with a focus on conservation and a potential for science outreach.

b. Eligibility – The winners are entirely based upon the strength of the proposals. In order to apply, the project and proposal must be in line with the commission’s goals.

c. Due date(s) – January 5th

d. Amount & nature – It is dependent upon what the proposal asks for.

e. Url - http://www.mmc.gov/research/funding_opportunities.shtml

Title –Ford Foundation Fellowship

a. Description – Seek to increase diversity in higher education by supporting highly qualified candidates through their graduate degrees or professional schools (such as medical school, law school, etc.).

b. Eligibility – students pursuing predoctoral degrees

c. Due date(s) – November 20th

d. Amount & nature – 24,000 annual stipend for 3 years.

e. Url - http://sites.nationalacademies.org/PGA/FordFellowships/PGA_046609

Title –National Geographic Conservation Trust

a. Description – program that aims to support innovative solutions to complex conservation matters often involving global concern. The program funds projects and favors those with a high potential for media outreach.

b. Eligibility – loose eligibility guidelines as applicants are not required to have advanced degrees. Consideration is based upon the project proposal.

c. Due date(s) – rolling basis. The application occurs in a pre-application submission that if approved, will result in an application.

d. Amount & nature – 15,000-20,000. The grants are variable.

e. Url - http://www.nationalgeographic.com/explorers/grants-programs/conservation-trust/

Title –Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society Bharathi Viswanathan Award

a. Description – The award is given to non-invasive and innovative cetacean conservation projects.

b. Eligibility – Loose guidelines and considered on a case by case basis.

c. Due date(s) – February 14th

d. Amount & nature – up to 5,000 euros

e. Url - http://us.whales.org/wdc-in-action/wdc-award-for-innovative-and-non-invasive-research

Title –NOAA Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship

a. Description – Program provides support through masters or Phd for women and minorities studying marine science, marine biology, and oceanography

b. Eligibility – intend to attend institution and have a 3.3 cumulative gpa.

c. Due date(s) – Application will open in October and be due in December

d. Amount & nature – 30,000 annual stipend and 12,000 toward tuition for 2 years (if masters) or 3 (if doctoral)

e. Url - http://fosterscholars.noaa.gov/aboutscholarship.html#timeline

1) Title – American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) Kevin Gurr Scholarship

Other funding available for PhD students, travel funding, and Hollis scuba gear.

a. Description – Provides funding for research that requires diving as a major component of the study. Application form online.

b. Eligibility – AAUS Scientific Diver, AAUS Member and Masters Student at an AAUS recognized University.

c. Due date(s) – Annually, June 30th

d. Amount & nature – $3,000 to be used to cover research cost.

e. Url - http://www.aaus.org/aaus_scholarships_information

4) Title – National Geographic/Waitt Foundation Grant

a. Description – Funding for projects that require capitol. Research, Exploration and new technological ideas.

b. Eligibility – Anyone.

c. Due date(s) – Continuous

d. Amount & nature – $5,000-$15,000 to be used for project materials, tuition cost can not be used with this funding.

e. Url - http://www.nationalgeographic.com/explorers/grants-programs/waitt-grants-application/

5) Title – Waitt Foundation Rapid Ocean Conservation (ROC) Grant

a. Description – Small grants used to quickly fund small projects that support the Waitt foundation mission. Scientific Research, Policy, Management, and Communications of marine resources involving fisheries preferably with a focus on Marine Protected Areas.

b. Eligibility – Anyone who has an affiliation with an academic institution or an NGO for the duration of the project.

c. Due date(s) – Continuous enrollement with a 4 week response time.

d. Amount & nature – Up to $15,000 to be used for direct research cost. Not to be used as part of funding for a larger project.

e. Url - http://waittfoundation.org/roc-grants/

6) Title – The Exploration Fund Grant

a. Description – Funding to support exploration and field research for graduate students.

b. Eligibility – Graduate Students, post graduate students, doctorate and early career post-doctoral students.

c. Due date(s) – Oct 19, 2015

d. Amount & nature – $500 -$5,000. Average award $2,500. Only a few awards will be giving at $5,000.

e. Url - http://grants.explorers.org/

7) Title – PADI Foundation

a. Description – Funding for underwater science, environmental projects and education. Research projects must try to explain the underwater environment, diving physiology, and ecological balance.

b. Eligibility – Anyone

c. Due date(s) – Application Window November 1st 2015 – February 1st 2016

d. Amount & nature – $5,000 - $10,000 up to $20,000. To be spent on research cost.

e. Url - http://www.padifoundation.org/index.html

8) Title – Ocean Classrooms Foundation

a. Description – Grant for early career scientist looking to make an impact on their specific career choice from education, research or marine conservation.

b. Eligibility – graduate students, post graduate students (within 5 years of graduation)

c. Due date(s) – December 31, 2015

d. Amount & nature – $1,000 to $10,000 for research

e. Url - http://oceanclassrooms.com/research/foundation

10) Title – Kamehameha School Na Hookama

a. Description – Needs based scholarship for graduate students.

b. Eligibility – Graduate students enrolled in an accredited institution recognized by KSBE.

c. Due date(s) – May 1st , 2016 (Annually)

d. Amount & nature – Awards up to $8,000 based on the estimate of tuition.

e. Url - https://apps.ksbe.edu/financialaid/post-high/nahookama/

1. Title – Science, Mathematics & Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship

a. Description – Scholarship provided by the U. S. Department of Defense for students interested in studying STEM fields. The award covers tuition, student fees, supplies, and health insurance. A stipend is awarded and mentorship is provided for the duration of the scholarship. Upon completion of degree, recipient is offered a job within the U. S. Department of Defense. It is open to undergraduate, master’s, and Ph. D students.

b. Eligibility – Must be a student in a STEM field. Must have a minimum of 3.0 GPA and be a U.S. citizen 18 years of age or older.

c. Due date(s) – Application deadline is December 1st, 2015 at 5:00 PM EST.

d. Amount & nature – Recipients receive full tuition and education related fees coverage. A stipend is awarded at a rate of $25,000-$38,000 depending on degree pursuing. Health insurance coverage is provided up to $1,200 per year and summer research internships are available. A supplies allowance is granted at $1,000 per academic year and mentoring will be provided. Lastly, recipients will receive employment placement in the U. S. Department of Defense after graduation.

e. Url - https://smart.asee.org/

2. Title – Grants-in-Aid of Research Program

a. Description – Grant provided by Sigma Xi Society. Program provides grants for both undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in all fields of science and engineering. Membership to Sigma Xi Society is not required for applying, however approximately 75% of funds are restricted for use by dues paying student members of Sigma Xi or students whose project advisor is a dues paying member of Sigma Xi. The grant is for travel expenses to and from a research site or for purchase of non-standard laboratory equipment necessary to complete a specific research project.

b. Eligibility – Any undergraduate or graduate student from any country is eligible as long as they are a student in a science or engineering field. . Membership to Sigma Xi Society is not required for applying, however approximately 75% of funds are restricted for use by dues paying student members of Sigma Xi or students whose project advisor is a dues paying member of Sigma Xi.

c. Due date(s) – Application deadlines are March 15 and October 15 annually.

d. Amount & nature – Grants of up to $1,000 are awarded. Students in astronomy may receive a grant of up to $5,000 for astronomy research and $2,500 for vision related research. Award must be used for for travel expenses to and from a research site or for purchase of non-standard laboratory equipment necessary to complete a specific research project.

e. Url - https://www.sigmaxi.org/programs/grants-in-aid

3. Title –Fred M. van Eck Endowed Scholarships For Graduate Research

a. Description – Scholarship awarded by the Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center of Purdue University. Awarded to graduate students interested in studying restoration ecology and silviculture of native forest trees, as well as development of restoration strategies for threatened species such as koa. Candidates would work with the Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center. Scholarship is open to M.S. and Ph. D students. The aim of the Fred M. van Eck Foundation is to support research in the genetic improvement of high-value North American hardwood tree species.

b. Eligibility – Candidates should have well developed quantitative skills and knowledge and experience in biological sciences such as forestry, horticulture, botany, plant biology, genetics, physiology, entomology, or pathology. Candidates should have a GPA of at least 3.4 and GRE scores averaging above the 60th percentile

c. Due date(s) – Applications for the Fall semester of 2016 must be received by December 11, 2015.

d. Amount & nature – An award of $18,960 for M.S. and $21,755 for Ph. D. students will be provided each year. Also, an annual research budget of $10,000 will be available

for research support. Lastly, a laptop computer will be provided for the duration of the scholarship.

e. Url - http://www.htirc.org/

5. Title –Orchid Care Scholarship

a. Description – Award provided by Orchids Made Easy for a qualified undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a program in Botany, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Conservation, or related field, with a focus on orchids. The scholarship is given with the purpose of advancing the study of orchids and orchid care. Topics can include, but not limited to: researching orchids in their native habitats, increasing biodiversity, or aiding in conservation efforts.

b. Eligibility – Must be undergraduate or graduate student interested in the study or conservation of orchids.

c. Due date(s) – Application must be mailed to Orchids Made Easy and received by May 1st. Awardees will be notified in August of each year.

d. Amount & nature – An award of $500 is provided. Up to three awards may be granted per academic year to college/university of awardee. No scholarship funds will be released directly to students.

e. Url - http://www.orchidsmadeeasy.com/orchid-care-scholarship/

6. Title –Young Explorers Grant

a. Description – Grant provided by the National Geographic Society to provide opportunities for individuals aged 18-25 to pursue research, conservation, and exploration-related projects consistent with National Geographic’s existing grant programs (one of which is the Conservation Trust (CT)). The grant supports the execution of research projects that are generally not covered by other sources of funding. Funds may not be used for indirect costs, overhead, and other expenses not directly related to the project. Fringe benefits, salaries, travel to scientific/professional meetings or conferences, tuition, vacations, study abroad programs, volunteer activities, legal actions, land acquisition, endowments, construction of permanent field stations, or publication of research results are not covered by grant. Grant recipients are expected to provide the National Geographic Society with rights of first refusal for popular publication and other media coverage of their findings. National Geographic Society funds are intended to function as complementary support of research projects.

b. Eligibility – Applicants are not required to have advanced degrees, though a record of prior experience in research, conservation, or exploration is required. Funding is not restricted to U.S. citizens.

c. Due date(s) – Pre-applications are accepted throughout the year. It is requested that pre-application be submitted at least eight months prior to anticipated field dates.

d. Amount & nature – Grants vary greatly, but most range from $15,000-$20,000.

e. Url - http://www.nationalgeographic.com/explorers/grants-programs/yeg-application/

7. Title –Thermo Fisher Scienctific Antibody Scholarship Award

a. Description – A scholarship provided by Thermo Fisher Scientific. Scholarship must be used for the Spring 2016 semester for tuition and student fees. The scholarship aims to offer future science scholars educational opportunities.

b. Eligibility – Must be enrolled as a graduate or undergraduate student at an accredited college or university for the Spring 2016 semester and have declared major of Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related life science field. Graduate students must have received a cumulative undergraduate GPA >3.0 on a 4.0 scale and be maintaining a GPA of >3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Applicant must be a U. S. citizen.

c. Due date(s) – Application is due on November 24, 2015 11:59:59 CT.

d. Amount & nature – Applicant may be awarded one of two $10,000 or four $5,000 scholarships. Award is given directly to college or university of recipient.

e. Url - http://www.pierce-antibodies.com/PierceScholarship/

8. Title –Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program

a. Description – Scholarship awarded by Novus Biologicals. Scholarship aims to provide undergraduate and graduate students with financial aid to further future scientific achievement. The award can be used for tuition, student fees and supplies.

b. Eligibility – Scholarship is open worldwide. Applicant must have a declared major in a science related field and enrolled in that field.

c. Due date(s) – Application is due December 11, 2015 at 11:59 PM MST.

d. Amount & nature – An award of $1,500 will be provided to one student per semester for two semesters, for a total of $3,000.

e. Url - http://www.novusbio.com/scholarship-program.html

9. Title – The Herb Society of America Grant

a. Description – A grant awarded by The Herb Society of America. The grant is focused on supporting student, professional, and individual research on the horticultural, scientific, and/or social applications or use of herbs throughout history, based upon the HSA definition of an herb. Grant can be used for compensation for investigators, professional and technical assistance, research supplies and materials, and costs of computer time.

b. Eligibility – Must be conducting research on the various applications of herbs. Grant is limited to individuals and organizations within the U. S.

c. Due date(s) – Applications and proposals must be date stamped on or before January 31st. Grant recipients will be announce on May 1, 2016.

d. Amount & nature – Grant is for a one-year period of work. The maximum amount of funds awarded is $5,000, with half of the grant being paid at the outset of research.

e. Url - http://www.herbsociety.org/resources/research-grants.html

10. Title –Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Grant

a. Description – Grant awarded by the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund. The grant is aimed at funding individual species conservation initiatives, with priority given to those projects that support the professional development of young conservationists. The funds provided are to be used to support in situ conservation work in the field (such as survey work and data gathering, direct action, recovery management, training and the like), focusing on the species in its natural habitat. Although, ex situ work is also considered, as the organization understands the importance of this work (for example, genetic analysis).

b. Eligibility – The grant is offered worldwide, however the conservation work being conducted must be targeted on a species facing a high threat of extinction (with an emphasis on Endangered and Critically Endangered) based on the IUCN Redlist.

c. Due date(s) – Application due by October 31, 2015.

d. Amount & nature – Applicant may be awarded up to $25,000.

e. Url - http://www.speciesconservation.org/grants/

The American Ornithologists Union

Description: This source provides support for research in various areas of avian biology to students and postdoctoral researchers who are members of the American Ornithologists Union

Eligibility: Applicant must be a student or postdoctoral researcher and must be a member of AOU.

Due Date: January 15th and January 31st annual awardsAmount: Maximum $2,500 – awards are made annually. Applicants must write a brief report summarizing accomplishments and acknowledge AOU in publications.Link: http://americanornithology.org/content/student-postdoctoral-research-

awards#aou-student-research-awards

Frank M. Chapman Memorial Fund:

Description: This fund supports ornithological research anywhere in the world.Eligibility: Must be investigating fundamental questions in ornithological

science. This fund is for advanced graduate students.Due Date: Nov. 15th annual awardAmount: $500-$2,000; Awards are for one year. Applicant must submit a project

budget justification.Link: www.amnh.org/our-research/vertebrate-zoology/ornithology/grants

Frances M. Peacock Scholarship for Native Bird Habitat

Description: provides financial aid to study areas in the United States that provide seasonal habitat for threatened or endangered native birds and to tend useful information for land-management decisions.

Eligibility: Open to college seniors and graduate studentsDue Date: January 15 preceding the proposed period of studyAmount: $4,000Link: https://www.gcamerica.org/index.cfm/scholarships/details/id/21

GCA Fellowship in Ecological Restoration

Description: To support specialized graduate study and research in ecological restoration, the “active healing of the land.”

Eligibility: Open to graduate students. Fields of study of past recipients have ranged from forestry to applied plant sciences to ecology and evolutionary biology.

Due Date: December 31of the year preceding study.Amount: $8,000Link: https://www.gcamerica.org/index.cfm/scholarships/details/id/13

Cooper Ornithological Society Mewaldt-King Student Research Award

Description: This award is available to any graduate student conducting research in ornithology but with a preference for studies involving demographics, breeding biology or disease ecology especially for endangered species

Eligibility: Any graduate student (of any nationality) accepted to or enrolled in a Master's or Doctoral program at a university in the U.S. or elsewhere

Due Date: January 15th annual awardAmount: $1,000Link: http://www.americanornithology.org/content/cos-mewaldt-king-award-

eligibility-and-guidelines

1. Title – EPA Science to Achieve Results (STAR) Fellowship for Graduate Environmental Study

a. Description – projects must address the causes, effects, prevention, and reduction/ elimination of various types of pollutants- research must related to one of the following funding authorities: clean air act; clean water act; safe drinking water act; federal insecticide, fungicide, and rodenticide act; solid waste disposal act; toxic substances control act

b. Eligibility – U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents enrolled in accredited graduate program in the U.S. or its territories; see above description for project topic requirements

c. Due date(s) – May (appears to be annual); application package including references

d. Amount & nature – up to $44,000/ year (master’s students limited to 2 years, doctoral students limited to 3 years)

e. Url - http://www.epa.gov/ncer/rfa/2015/2015_star_gradfellow.html

2. Title – Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship

a. Description – recipients of this fellowship use math and computers to conduct doctoral research in a variety of scientific fields (chemistry, life and environmental sciences, physics, etc.). The program is designed to use math and computers to cross the boundaries of various sciences.

b. Eligibility – first year graduate students, undergraduate seniors, recipients of bachelors degrees not enrolled in graduate study; during fellowship period, must be enrolled in accredited U.S. institution

c. Due date(s) – January (appears to be annual); application package

d. Amount & nature – yearly stipend of $36,000; tuition and fees paid to accredited institution; support up to 4 years

e. Url - http://www.krellinst.org/csgf/about-doe-csgf

3. Title – Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship Program

a. Description – awards fellowships to students pursuing degrees in transportation-related studies (includes fields such as biology, environmental sciences, and engineering, among others)

b. Eligibility – various fellowships targeted at different demographics (8 total fellowships offered); some are for both undergraduate and graduate study, others specifically for masters/ doctoral students

c. Due date(s) – Not listed (applications currently closed); application materials can be downloaded from website

d. Amount & nature – tuition, stipend, and travel to annual meeting (partial awards also given)

e. Url - http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/tpp/ddetfp.htm#FellowshipsDiscip

9. Title – Graduate Women in Science National Fellowship Program

a. Description – funds to support women pursuing graduate level studies in fundamental science topics

b. Eligibility – women scientists who have completed a bachelor’s degree; recommended membership to SDE/GWIS

c. Due date(s) – January 15th

d. Amount & nature – one-time funding up to $10,000

e. Url - http://www.gwis.org/?page=fellowship_program

10. Title – Ocean Classrooms Early Career Scientist Grant

a. Description – Provides grants for early-career marine scientists. Helps to fund research and share results via social media and traditional scientific publications.

b. Eligibility – Early career scientists (currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs or within 5 years of graduation) for marine-science related topics. Projects must fit into one of the following categories: research, conservation, or education.

c. Due date(s) – Not listed (appears to be annual, Facebook page suggests previous year’s due date was mid-January)

d. Amount & nature – Grants (5-10 awarded) between $1,000-10,000

e. Url - http://oceanclassrooms.com/research/foundation

(1)Title – Career Development Grants (American Association of University Women)

a. Description – Provides financial support to women for course work beyond a bachelor’s degree (i.e. master’s degree, second bachelor’s degree, certification program, or specialized training in technical and professional fields). Primary considerations are given to women of color and women pursuing their first advanced degree.

b. Eligibility – Open to all women who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States and have earned a bachelor’s degree on or before June 30, 2011. Applicants must be enrolled in either a Bachelor’s or associate degree program which is different from previous field of study, a Master’s degree program, Certification program, Technical school, or Professional Degree. All courses must be taken at a U.S. accredited two- or four-year college or university.

c. Due date(s) – December 15, 2015 by 11:59 p.m. Central Time

d. Amount & nature – Funds cover educational expenses (tuition, fees, books, supplies), living expenses, dependent care and travel to professional meetings, conferences, or seminars. Award amount can range anywhere from $2,000-$12,000.

e. Url – http://www.aauw.org/what-we-do/educational-funding-and-awards/career-development-grants/cdg-application/

(3)Title – EPA/GRO Graduate Fellowships for Environmental Study (United States Environmental Protection Agency)

a. Description – Master’s and Doctoral level graduate fellowships for environmental science and related fields of study.

b. Eligibility – Applicants must be United States citizens, as well as enrolled as a full-time graduate level student attending university or four-year college.

c. Due date(s) – October 1, 2015

d. Amount & nature –Annual support of up to $37,000 per student. Master’s students may be supported for up to two years.

e. Url - https://www.petersons.com/scholarship/epa-gro-graduate-fellowships-for-environmental-study-111_153286.aspx

(7)Title – Jalene Kanani Bell ‘Ohana Scholarship (Ke Ali‘I Pauahi Foundation)

a. Description – Scholarship for Hawaii residents who are community oriented and well-rounded students. This scholarship serves to give financial support to individuals that are not only determined but, also demonstrate good morals.

b. Eligibility – Must be Hawaii resident that is enrolled as either a part-time or full-time, undergraduate or graduate student. Student must also have earned a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Application requires submission of two letters of recommendation (one from a counselor/teacher and one from a community organization), as well as an essay explaining where you draw your inspiration and strength from.

c. Due date(s) – April 1, 2016

d. Amount & nature – Award Amount values $700.

e. Url http://www.collegedata.com/cs/data/scholar/scholar_pg01_tmpl.jhtml?scholarshipId=178965

(8)Title – Louis Agassiz Fuertes Grant (Wilson Ornithological Society)

a. Description – Wilson Ornithological Society’s most prestigious award. Funding is available to all ornithologists, although graduate students and young professionals in the field are preferred. Any avian related research is eligible.

b. Eligibility – Membership in the Wilson Ornithological Society is encouraged, but not necessary to apply. Applicants can have citizenship in any country and be of any age. Submission of a research proposal is required (any avian research is eligible).

c. Due date(s) – February 1, yearly

d. Amount & nature – Annually two recipients are awarded $2,500. Funds are for purchasing of necessary equipment and supplies, as well as for travel and living expenses.

e. Url - http://www.wilsonsociety.org/awards/wosawards.html

(9)Title – Wildlife Research Scholarships (Rob and Bessie Welder Wildlife Foundation)

a. Description – Provides funding to support the research of wildlife population management. Program supports many diverse scientific disciplines including but not limited to animal behavior, biology, botany, ecology, genetics, ornithology and wildlife sciences.

b. Eligibility – Must be a full-time graduate student enrolled in a Master’s or Doctoral program at an accredited university. Student must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a combined verbal and analytical GRE score of 300 and above. Project proposals must be submitted and approved by the foundation.

c. Due date(s) – October 1, 2015

d. Amount & nature – Financial awards range from $8,000 up to $22,000. Fellowship amount awarded per month for a full-time master’s student is $1,400 and $1,600 a month for students seeking doctoral degree. Funds are to cover living costs, tuition, fees and textbooks.

e. Url - http://welderwildlife.org/content/research/fellowships/

(10)Title – Catherine H. Beattie Fellowship in Conservation Horticulture (Garden Club of America)

a. Description – Fellowship allows graduate students in biology, horticulture, or related disciplines to conduct field research with the aim of conserving rare and endangered flora in the United States.

b. Eligibility – Must be a full-time graduate student enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited university. Applicants must also have U.S. citizenship. Projects must focus on endangered flora, although species from the Carolinas and southeastern United States are of particular interest.

c. Due date(s) – November 30, 2015

d. Amount & nature – Annual research grant values up to $4,500 for the compensation of work done by the student at a botanical garden.

e. Url - https://www.gcamerica.org/index.cfm/scholarships/details/id/16

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund

a. Description – The Hispanic Scholarship Fund scholarships are designed to help students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis.

b. Eligibility – Minimum 2.5 GPA (graduate level students), all majors and fields accepted (but emphasis on STEM majors!) Must be of Hispanic heritage, be enrolled in an accredited institution in the FALL semester of 2016 and have completed FAFSA.

c. Due date(s) – Opens January 15, 2016 and is due by April 2, 2016 for the 2016 school year.

d. Amount & nature – $500 to $5000 merit-based scholarships (apply into one system and it enters you in for multiple scholarships from this one organization.) May be used to cover tuition or research-related expenses.

e. Url - https://apply.hsf.net/#/

Spring 2016 Novus Biologicals Scholarship

a. Description – The Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program is awarded to students pursuing a degree in a science related field twice a year. A $1500 (or international currency equivalent) scholarship will be awarded to one student for the fall and spring semesters. Submit a written statement addressing the following topics:

Make a top ten list of your favorite emerging technologies. Write a personal statement of 500 words or less on how you plan to use your degree to

further advance science in your field of interest.b. Eligibility – Applicants must have a declared major in the field of science, enrolled or accepted for enrollment in undergraduate or graduate level studies in the field of science.

c. Due date(s) – Spring 2016 deadline: December 11, 2015 @ 11:59pm MST.

d. Amount & nature – $1500 for one student. Award may be used for books or tuition.

e. Url – http://images.novusbio.com/design/spring2016_scholarship.pdf

Department of the Interior: Fish and Wildlife Services – Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act grants

a. Description – The United States Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act (NMBCA) established an annual, competitive grants program to support projects that promote the conservation of neotropical migratory birds and their habitats in the United States, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean.

b. Eligibility – Unrestricted. Application must meet five part criterion. “Your application will consist of five parts: a proposal narrative (12 pages in length,) Partner Contribution Statements, a Standard Form 424 (“Application for Federal Assistance”), a second Standard Form (either 424b or 424d, “Assurances”) and a GIS shapefile (or Google Earth .kmz file) of your project area.

c. Due date(s) – November 5, 2015

d. Amount & nature – 30 grants ranging from $10,000 - $200,000 (estimated total program funding about $4,000,000) will be awarded to cover research costs and expenses for projects (1-2 years long.)

e. Url – http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=278889

Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest/Scholarship

a. Description – Entrant must write an essay, no less than 800 words, no more than 1600 words, double-spaced in response to one of three topics pertaining to Ayn Rand’s “The Fountainhead.” Essays will be judged on style and content. Writing must be clear, articulate and organized. Winning essays will demonstrate an outstanding grasp of the

philosophical meaning of “Atlas Shrugged.”

b. Eligibility – Enrolled in either 12th grade, undergraduate level or graduate level accredited institution.

c. Due date(s) – Essay must be postmarked by October 23, 2015.

d. Amount & nature – $20,000 (one 1st place winner,) $2000 (three 2nd place winners,) $1000 (five 3rd place winners,) $100 (25 finalists,) and $50 (50 semi-finalists)

e. Url - https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#submit

William A. Burham Memorial Fund Research Grant

a. Description – The William A. Burnham Memorial Fund, administered by The Peregrine Fund, was established in memory of William Burnham who was President of The Peregrine Fund and served with the organization from 1974 through his death in 2006. Although grants are open to those of all ages all over the world, priority will be given to projects whose work involves birds of prey, Arctic bird species or falconry-related topics. Proposals should describe the basic biological question(s) being examined.

b. Eligibility – Eligibility open to those of all ages. Priority for funding will go to grants for work on birds of prey, on bird species in the Arctic, or on falconry-related topics. Two letters of recommendation are also required to be sent separately. Project description should also include project budget with itemized requests.

c. Due date(s) – January 31, 2016 (annual grant award; it is possible to renew/extend grant for same project is you previously have been awarded this grant as long as a progress report is sent before the deadline.)

d. Amount & nature – Awards are for one year and range up to $5,000.

e. Url - http://www.peregrinefund.org/burnham-fund

Prairie Biotic Research Small Grant

a. Description – The Prairie Biotic Research (PBR) group funds individuals with up to $1000 a year to support the study of any species in U.S. prairies and savannas. PBR is attempting to gather information that can slow the erosion and loss of biodiversity in the U.S’. prairies and savannas. PBR supports basic biological research on all taxa within U.S. prairies and savannas, but are eager to support research involving

insects, reptiles, fungi, etc. (taxa for which funding is scarce; bird projects are not chosen as much due to significantly more funding being available for the study of birds.

b. Eligibility – As low as a high school student – all the way up to professor (including master’s and Ph.D students as well as postdocs.)

c. Due date(s) – Application opens up October 2015 for grants pertaining to the 2016 year. Applications will be due in December 2015 for the upcoming year.

d. Amount & nature – Up to $1000 a year. Can be used for equipment, supplies, travel, publication costs, etc pertaining directly to proposed research that the award was based on.

e. Url - http://prairiebioticresearch.org/PBRPage.aspx?pg=13

OKC Zoo Co nservation Act Now (CAN) Small Grant

a. Description – The Oklahoma City Zoo & Botanical Garden is committed to supporting imperiled species, habitats and their surrounding communities through conservation, research and education. Grants will be awarded based on the proposal’s merit and in accordance with one of three purposes: conservation education (building awareness around a conservation program that can impact change,) scientific research (in situ or ex situ research projects that have a direct impact on conservation of an imperiled species or habitat in its native location,) or species preservation (direct care or work with an imperiled species which improves the capacity to preserve that species in its native habitat.)

b. Eligibility – Unrestricted.

c. Due date(s) – On or before 11:59pm CST October 16, 2015.

d. Amount & nature – Up to $2,500. (Individuals can reapply annually after a project update has been submitted, but are not guaranteed additional funding.) Recipients must recognize the Oklahoma City Zoo in all proposed project publications and two copies of published research must be sent to the Oklahoma City Zoo Library. Project update within one year after funds are dispersed and a final report upon completion are required of recipients.

e. Url - http://www.okczoo.com/sites/okczoo/uploads/documents/Conservation_Links/CAN_Application_2015.docx

American Society of Primatologists (ASP) Conservationist Award

a. Description – These awards and grants, funded from the ASP Conservation Fund, are a mechanism to recognize deserving students, including those from primate habitat countries - countries with native primate fauna. Former U.S. ambassadors and other senior officials have been presented this award, giving it good publicity and high prestige. Applicants must demonstrate potential for making significant and continuing contributions to primate conservation.

b. Eligibility – Students, educators and researchers from primate habitat countries for whom no more than five years have past since receipt of their terminal degree. Curriculum vitae and two supporting letters of

recommendation are required (preferred from student’s academic advisor or someone familiar with student’s past work.

c. Due date(s) – System will begin accepting applications January 1, 2016 and will close on April 2, 2016.

d. Amount & nature – $750 (In general the ASP would like the funds to be allocated to local employees’ salaries or support. In addition, the award can fund research supplies, educational material, local travel, reasonable research fees, and lab fees for samples collected in the field.)

e. Url - https://www.asp.org/grants/conservation/index.cfm

American Society of Primatologists Conservation Grant

a. Description – The ASP is seeking grant proposals for conservation research or other related topics (conservation education, etc.)

b. Eligibility – Must submit at least one recommendation letter (preferably from someone who knows your past work, or if you’re a student, an academic advisor will suffice.) Must adhere to laws of the countries the researcher will be working in (research permits and regulations.)

c. Due date(s) – January 31, 2016. (Application system opens up January 1, 2016; letter(s) of recommendation are due February 7, 2016.)

d. Amount & nature – $2000. Recipients must submit a brief (one to two pages single spaced) report in a form suitable for publication in the ASP bulletin and to the chair of the ASP conservation committee. This grant may fund local employee’s salaries or support as well as research supplies, local travel, educational material, reasonable research fees and lab fees for samples collected in the field.

e. Url - https://www.asp.org/grants/conservation/ASP_Conservation_Grant_application.doc

Title – Thermo Scientific Pierce Scholarship

a. Description – Seeking to support the future generations of scientists, and looking for well-rounded students with a passion for research. Provide a one-time award based on student merit.

b. Eligibility – Must be a undergraduate or graduate student studying life sciences, must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Transcripts, recommendation letters, resume and project information are optional, however attachments that give insights into a student’s interests, personality, commitments, and work ethic are encouraged.

c. Due date(s) – November 1, 2015, annual

d. Amount & nature – A one time award of $10,000 (2 selected) or $5,000 (4 selected) in scholarship funding for the 2016 spring semester.

e. Url – http://www.pierce-antibodies.com/PierceScholarship/#

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Title – Hazen and Sawyer Scholarship

a. Description – Provides support to a student seeking a master's degree in the water science field. Judging criteria includes potential to provide leadership in applied research and consulting in the drinking water field.

b. Eligibility – Master’s student in a field regarding water science.

c. Due date(s) – January 5, 2016, annual

d. Amount & nature – One time award of $5,000, provide travel assistance to the AWWA conference, where the award is presented.

e. Url - http://www.awwa.org/membership/get-involved/student-center/awwa-scholarships.aspx#4211335-hazen-and-sawyer-scholarship

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Title – National Garden Clubs Scholarship

a. Description –One time award targeting students that are planning a career related to gardening, landscape design, environmental issues, floral design or horticulture.

b. Eligibility – Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and enrolled full-time in a graduate program pursuing a Master’s Degree. Must have a GPA above 3.25. Statement, resume, transcripts and recommendations are required.

c. Due date(s) – February 1, 2016, annual

d. Amount & nature – One time award of $3,5000. The student and Financial Aid Officer will determine how the money is to be spent: tuition, food, housing, books, etc.

e. Url - http://www.gardenclub.org/scholarships/instructions-guidelines.aspx

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Title – Eckenfelder Scholarship

a. Description – To honor the work Dr. Eckenfelder did for the environmental sciences and wastewater treatment, this fund aims to support students reach their scientific potential.

b. Eligibility – Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Must also be a full-time student and studying Civil, Chemical or Environmental Engineering or one of the environmental sciences. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Transcripts are required.

c. Due date(s) – April 15, 2016, annual

d. Amount & nature – One time $5,000 scholarship.

e. Url - http://www.brownandcaldwell.com/Scholarships.asp?id=2

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Title – AAUW HONOLULU BRANCH SCHOLARSHIP

a. Description – The American Association of University Women, Honolulu Branch, is looking to support women’s education. Preference is given to women pursuing STEM related fields.

b. Eligibility – Must be female, Hawai`i resident, demonstrate financial need, be a full-time graduate student and maintain a GPA above 3.0. A resume, transcripts (or GRE) and recommendation letters from professors and community members are required.

c. Due date(s) – Early application deadline is January 29, 2016, final deadline is February 18, 2016 at 4pm HST, annual

d. Amount & nature – Up to $10,000 one time scholarship for undergraduate and graduate study and doctoral research.

e. Url - http://honolulu-hi.aauw.net/scholarships/

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Title – Hawai`i Veterans Memorial Fund Scholarship

a. Description – Targets undergraduate and graduate students pursing degrees in the State of Hawai`i. You do not need to be a veteran or related to a veteran to be eligible for this scholarship. Award goes toward educational expenses.

b. Eligibility – Must have a GPA of 3.5 or above, must demonstrate financial need, must be a full time student.

c. Due date(s) – February 18, 2016, annual

d. Amount & nature – One time award of up to $5,000 dollars

e. Url – http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholarships/search-scholarships

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2. National Water Research Institute Fellowship Program

a. Description – Under the Fellowship program, NWRI awards Fellowships to graduate students in the U.S. in the areas of water resources and treatment.

b. Eligibility – Students at U.S. universities who are currently enrolled fulltime in a master’s or doctoral graduate program and who are conducting research pertaining to water (including water supply, water resources, water quality, and technologies and treatment) may apply for a fellowship from NWRI.

c. Due date(s) – June 1, 2016

The items to be emailed include:1. Application cover sheet2. Letter of inquiry describing your research goals

3. Current resume

4. Short, original research proposal

5. Optional essay for the Ronald B. Linsky Fellowship

The following additional items may be mailed by postal service to NWRI:1. Letter from endorsement from faculty advisor2. Official verification of enrollment as a fulltime graduate student

3. Official school transcripts

d. Amount & nature – The monies awarded with the fellowship vary. A typical fellowship award is $10,000 per academic school year, though the award can range from $2,000 to $15,000 a year, based on the student’s needs and the type of fellowship awarded. The fellowship award can be used in any way towards your research, whether that is in the form of a stipend, money for supplies and equipment, etc. We have no stipulations on how the money is spent, as long as it is related to your research.

e. Url – http://www.nwri-usa.org/fellowship.htm

6. Short Term Fellowship (Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute)

a. Description – Support is provided to carry out short-term research projects in the tropics in areas of STRI research, under the supervision of STRI Staff Scientists. STRI research associates, STRI postdoctoral fellows and STRI

Senior Lab Managers may also serve as consultants, in collaboration with a staff scientist.

b. Eligibility – Most fellowships are awarded to graduate students, but awards are occasionally made to outstanding undergraduate

c. Due date(s) – The deadlines for submitting applications are the 15th of January, April, July, and October.

d. Amount & nature – Fellowships may provide a modest stipend to cover living expenses while at STRI (currently $800/month); a modest research allowance that does not exceed $2000 and is usually less; and round-trip coach airfare. Applicants are encouraged to seek additional sources of funding, and partial awards are often given.

e. Url : http://www.stri.si.edu/english/education_fellowships/applications/application_for_fellowship.php

7. Graduate Student Research Award (Society of Systematic Biologists)

a. Description – The purpose of these awards is to assist students in the initiation (first two years) of their systematics projects and in the collection of preliminary data to pursue additional sources of support (e.g., Doctoral Dissertation Improvement Grants from the National Science Foundation) or to enhance dissertation research (e.g., by visiting additional field collection sites or museums)

b. Eligibility – Applicants may be from any country, but must be members of SSB, and are advised to join the Society as soon as possible to facilitate their applications. Both Masters and Ph.D. students in their FIRST TWO YEARS ONLY are eligible.

c. Due date(s) – TBA (tentative date April 2016)

d. Amount & nature – Awards will range between $1200 - $2000 and approximately 15 awards will be made.

e. Url - http://systbio.org/?q=node/22

8. Botanical Society of America’s Graduate Student Research Awards

a. Description – The purpose of these awards is to support and promote graduate student research in the botanical sciences.

b. Eligibility – To be eligible, one must be a member of the Botanical Society of America (BSA), a registered full-time graduate student, have a faculty research advisor who is also a member of the BSA, and not have won the award previously

c. Due date(s) – TBA

d. Amount & nature – The BSA provides 20, $500 awards in this group

e. Url - http://www.botany.org/awards_grants/detail/bsagsra.php

9. Torrey Botanical Society Graduate Student Research Fellowship

a. Description – The Torrey Botanical Society supports student research in plant sciences

b. Eligibility – Graduate students of plant science who are members of the Society are eligible to apply for an award

c. Due date(s) – The deadline for applications is 15 January each year. At the end of the calendar year of support, a non-solicited report of one paragraph should be sent by the award recipient to the Chair of the Grants and Awards Committee.

d. Amount & nature – he Torrey Botanical Society supports student research with three annual awards: $2,500, $1,500 and $1,000. This award must be used to help pay the costs of field work

e. Url - http://www.torreybotanical.org/grants-awards/torrey-botanical-society-grad-student-research-fellowship/

7. Title – Fellowship of Graduate Student Travel (SICB)

a. Description – Funds provided for students to go to distant laboratories, museums, or field sites so that the student can learn new techniques or use unique equipment or collections.

b. Eligibility – Open to graduate students currently enrolled in a degree program. Must be an active member of the Society for Integrative & Comparative Biology (SICB). You may not have won any other award from SICB.

c. Due date(s) – October 20, annually

d. Amount & nature – A maximum of $2,000 is provided to go directly to the student’s travel and travel related costs.

e. Url - http://www.sicb.org/grants/fgstinfo.php

8. Title – Libbie H. Hyman Memorial Scholarship (SICB)

a. Description – This memorial scholarship is honoring one of America’s foremost invertebrate biologists, so it aims to support students studying invertebrates in a research capacity. They intend to support a first meaningful field station experience for a first or second year graduate student.

b. Eligibility – Graduate student in their first or second year, member of SICB

c. Due date(s) – February 9, annually

d. Amount & nature – $1500- $3500 to directly support the research project

e. Url - http://sicb.org/grants/hyman/

Title – Science Student Grant Fund (Foundation for Science and Disability)a. Description – Grant targets students with disabilities for science or thesis projectsthat are related to all fields of mathematics, medicine, science, computer science orengineering.b. Eligibility – US citizens with a disability who are:4th undergraduates who have been accepted to graduate or professional school, orNew and current graduate studentsApplication form, 250-word essay stating professional goals and objectives as wellas specific applications of the grant.Two letters of recommendation from the faculty, including one letter from thestudent’s academic advisorCopy of official college transcriptsProof of US citizenship (e.g. passport, birth certificate, etc.)c. Due date(s) – December 1, 2015d. Amount & nature – Award amount is $1000. Awards cover research equipment anddevices, financial aid in assisting a professor’s own research as well as other researchneeds.

e. Url – www.ars.usda.gov/sp2UserFiles/person/3559/fsdgrant.doc

Title – HUH (Harvard University Herbaria) Travel Granta. Description – Travel grants for research in plant biodiversity, particularly systematicresearch on understudied taxa or botany areas throughout the world. Targetsinstitutional collections of taxa of many poorly described species.b. Eligibility – The grant is open to all.Completion of application form, written in EnglishShort project description with clear statement of research goals, budget, itinerary,curriculum vitae3 letters of recommendation. Each letter must clearly state the applicant’s name.c. Due date(s) – Proposals reviewed twice/year: April 1st, and October 15thd. Amount & nature – Mean amount $1,000; maximum amount $1,500. Grant coverstravel-related expenses such as lodging and meals as well as sensible services andresearch supplies from the host institution. All awardees must submit a summarizedreport detailing the scientific accomplishments related to the grant within one-monthafter completion of the visit.

e. Url – http://huh.harvard.edu/files/herbaria/files/the_huh_travel_grant.pdf

Title – The Garden Club of America Summer Scholarship in Field Botanya. Description – Targets students interested in extending their studies in field botany.Projects may take place in North, Central, or South America.b. Eligibility – Undergraduate and graduate students up to the level of Master’s degree;preference given to undergraduates. Candidates must be enrolled into an accreditedUS college or university. Candidates can only apply for one GCA scholarship,fellowship, or award each year.c. Due date(s) – February 1st prior to that year’s Summer.d. Amount & nature – $2,500/student for summer field study.

e. Url – https://www.gcamerica.org/index.cfm/scholarships/details/id/9

Title – The Joan K. Hunt and Rachel M. Hunt Summer Scholarship in Field Botanya. Description – Targets students interested in extending their studies in field botany.Specific course of study and the location selected by student.

b. Eligibility – Undergraduate and graduate students up to the level of Master’s degree;preference given to undergraduates. Candidates must be enrolled into an accreditedUS college or university. Candidates can only apply for one GCA scholarship,fellowship, or award each year.c. Due date(s) – February 1st prior to that year’s Summer.d. Amount & nature – $2,500/student for summer field study. Suggested studies include:Helping a botanist in field studies, or with plant inventoriesMonitoring plants in a national forestInterning at a botanical garden for a special study

e. Url – https://www.gcamerica.org/index.cfm/scholarships/details/id/29

JFSP Graduate Research Innovation (GRIN) Announcement

develop graduate student's understanding of fire and fuels managers information and research needs, and to augment research to develop information and/or products useful to managers. open

Nov. 13, 2015 $25,000 ?

http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=278956

Sigma Delta Epsilon--Graduate Women in Science

SDE/GWIS Fellowships are intended to provide supplemental funding to women scientists conducting research in the natural sciences.

women scientists

conducting studies in

natural sciences

opens in October

2015, probably January 15, 2016 $7,000

research funding to institution http://www.gwis.org/programs.html

Ford Foundation Grants

supports social forestry programs that involve rural communities and forestry agencies in joint projects to improve management and create economic opportunity, reconciliation of environmental concerns and economic activities and natural resource conflict resolution open

continuing

$1,800--$5,400,00

0 (variable)

funding for developmen

t of rural and

impoverished

community improveme

nthttp://www.fordfoundation.org/grants/individuals-seeking-

fellowships

Catherine H. Beattie Fellowship

support graduate research on rare and endangered flora of U.S.

graduate student at accredited

U.S. university

31-Dec-15 $5,000 scholarship http://www.centerforplantconservation.org/beattie.asp

Lindbergh Foundation Grants

creative approaches to

any individual

18-Jun-16

up to $10,000 grant http://lindberghfoundation.org/

agriculture, conservation of natural resources (animal, plant, water, general), education, adaptive technologies, and water resources management.

Smithsonian Institution Graduate Student Fellowship

opportunity for graduate student to work with a Smithsonian researcher,

must be formally enrolled graduate student,

completed one semester 15-Jan-16 $6,500

in residence fellowship (10 weeks)

http://www.si.edu/researchstudy/Applications/SIFELL/SIFELLapp.htm

Annie's Sustainable Agriculture Scholarships

supporting the next generation of sustainable farmers

undergraduate and

graduate students studying

sustainable ag

opens in spring unlisted scholarship http://www.annies.com/giving-back/agricultural-scholarships