Future Conservationist Award 2027

The Future Conservationist Award supports early-career conservationists developing projects that address important biodiversity challenges. Successful teams can receive up to USD 15,000 alongside access to the CLP alumni network, training, mentorship and continued professional development opportunities. The 2027 award process begins with a concept note, with only shortlisted applicants invited to submit a full application. Proposals should clearly define the conservation problem, proposed activities, expected outcomes and contribution to biodiversity protection. Applicants should review the programme's team composition, country eligibility and early-career requirements before preparing their submissions. The immediate deadline is for the concept note stage, rather than the full application: 30 October 2026 at 23:59 GMT.

Conservation Leadership Programme (CLP) is offering this grant to Early-career conservationists working in eligible teams across Eligible countries worldwide. It is designed for ventures working in Biodiversity, Conservation at the Early-stage project stage.

The opportunity offers Up to USD 15,000 per project, with support including Up to USD 15,000 per project, Training, mentorship and CLP alumni network. Applications are scheduled to close on 2026-10-30. Review the eligibility, required materials and application guidance below before continuing to the organiser’s website.

• Up to USD 15,000 per project
• Training, mentorship and CLP alumni network

• Early-career conservationists working in eligible teams
• Worldwide subject to CLP country and team requirements
• Early-stage conservation projects; review the current concept-note guidance

1. 1Read the eligibility criteria twice before drafting.
2. 2Quantify your impact — numbers speak louder than adjectives.
3. 3Tell a founder-first story. Panels remember people, not products.
4. 4Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline.