Request for Proposals: Conservation Grant Program

Deadline: 26-Jan-24

The Sequoia Park Zoo and Conservation Advisory Committee are accepting proposals for their twelfth annual Conservation Grant Program.

Mission

• Sequoia Park Zoo inspires conservation of the natural world by instilling wonder, respect, and passion for wildlife.
• They fulfill their mission by:
  • Creating intimate connections between people and animals;
  • Providing the highest standards of animal care and exhibitry;
  • Providing innovative educational experiences;
  • Partnering with other institutions to ensure sustainability of zoo and wild populations;
  • Providing a place for their community to meet, relax, and enjoy; and
  • Appreciating and utilizing their unique redwood setting.

Funding Information

• Funds will be granted up to $3,000.

Eligible Projects

• Support is limited to projects that can be completed within two years with a progress report due at the end of the first year. Some progress must be made within the first year, otherwise the Committee will request that the funds be returned. A post-project final report will be required upon completion of the funded project.

Eligibility Criteria

• Proposals should be submitted by individuals or organizations for projects that have a clear direct impact on conservation of wildlife and/or habitat.
• Appropriate projects include proposals for research, certain educational programs, and habitat management.
• All types of conservation projects will be reviewed, with special consideration given to the following:
  • projects in line with the Zoo’s conservation goals and species represented at the Zoo;
  • local research and conservation projects.

For more information, visit Sequoia Park Zoo.