Aim and Purpose 

• The aim and purpose of this fund is the support of direct and indirect measures for amphibian conservation. The Amphibian Conservation Fund only supports projects that can demonstrate a positive effect on the conservation situation of threatened amphibian species.
• The target species are threatened species of the categories Critically Endangered, Endangered und Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Other categories are possible if there is a demonstrable reason for concern or if surveys are necessary to clarify the conservation status of Data Deficient or Not Evaluated species.
• The approach and work of Stiftung Artenschutz follows internationally recognised guidelines such as those of the IUCN and its Species Survival Commission.

Funding Information

• The requested funding amount should not exceed 5.000 €.

Duration

• Project duration should not exceed 12 months.

Eligible Activities

• Activities eligible for funding, e.g.
  • Direct conservation measures
  • Nature and species conservation management
  • Habitat protection measures
  • Scientific research with direct conservation relevance
  • Local capacity building, education components and public awareness activities in relation to the aforementioned activities
  • Monitoring and evaluation within the project’s context

Eligibility Criteria

• Anyone can apply for a grant. Applications should the submitted in German or English language.
• Not eligible for funding:
  • Projects for that the financial contribution of this Small Grant is negligible in respect to the project’s conservation relevance
  • Projects in the US, Canada, New Zealand and Australia
  • Projects where a negative effect on the local or indigenous communities are likely

For more information, visit Stiftung Artenschutz.

https://www.stiftung-artenschutz.de/en_US/grants/?f