How much funding does A.F. Skutch Medal Grant provide?

A.F. Skutch Medal Grant provides US $1,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for A.F. Skutch Medal Grant?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

How often is A.F. Skutch Medal Grant offered?

A.F. Skutch Medal Grant runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected July 31, 2027.

A.F. Skutch Medal Grant

Association of Field Ornithologistsinc

Foundation Grants for Science Research Wildlife Grants

Funding Amount

US $1,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Next expected: July 31, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: July

From the program guidelines: “Nominations are accepted annually until July 31, with an emphasis on candidates' impactful contributions to the field.”

Can we apply?

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Other requirements

The AFO Council will consider nominations received by July 31 for an award to be made at the subsequent annual meeting.
Nominations may be made by e-mail or letter to the Committee and should address the candidate’s contributions to Neotropical ornithology with particular reference to the criteria mentioned above.
Supporting materials should include a justification for receiving the award and biographical information, which may be accompanied by publications of the candidate, supporting letters, and other relevant information.

Overview

The A.F. Skutch Medal, awarded by the Association of Field Ornithologists, honors outstanding contributions to Neotropical ornithology. The award consists of a silver medal featuring the Fiery-billed Aracari and a monetary prize of $1,000. Nominations are accepted annually until July 31, with an emphasis on candidates' impactful contributions to the field.

Purpose
The Skutch Medal recognizes career accomplishments, particularly in, although not limited to, research relating to life history studies of Neotropical birds. Criteria may include encouragement and mentoring of students, particularly Latin Americans, and making research accessible to the public through popular publications, as well as publishing work in scientific journals. A goal of the award is to recognize individuals whose careers will stand as models of excellence in Neotropical ornithology.
The first award was presented by Dr. The award consists of a silver medal engraved with an image of the Fiery-billed Aracari (Pteroglossus frantzii) and a check for US$1,000.

Eligibility

The AFO Council will consider nominations received by July 31 for an award to be made at the subsequent annual meeting. Nominations may be made by e-mail or letter to the Committee and should address the candidate’s contributions to Neotropical ornithology with particular reference to the criteria mentioned above. Supporting materials should include a justification for receiving the award and biographical information, which may be accompanied by publications of the candidate, supporting letters, and other relevant information.