Great Hollow Research Grants

Great Hollow Research Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center
Amount: Up to US $5,000
Last Updated: January 02, 2026

Summary

The Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center offers annual grants of up to $5,000 to support biological research focused on conservation. Established in 2016, this non-profit organization encourages studies that may occur within its 825-acre preserve or at other sites. Eligible applicants include students and professionals affiliated with educational institutions or non-profits, with grants covering essential research expenses and offering shared housing during fieldwork.

Overview

Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center Established in 2016, the Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to biodiversity conservation, applied ecological research, experiential environmental education, and passive outdoor recreation. Our staff and collaborators conduct integrative, conservation-driven studies of wildlife and plants within and beyond our preserve. Great Hollow also runs numerous education programs for both children and adults throughout the year, including school programs and a nature-based summer day camp. Our 825-acre preserve and five miles of hiking trails are open to the public year-round for the exploration and enjoyment of nature. Research Grants Great Hollow offers up to $5,000 in grants each year to support biological research at our preserve. The maximum amount that can be awarded to a single project is $2,000. All areas of field biology are eligible, but those with a clear conservation application are the most competitive. Great Hollow Nature Preserve may be the only study site or may be one of multiple study sites used in the research.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants may be students (undergraduate or graduate) or professionals of any career stage and must be affiliated with an educational institution or other non-profit organization.The funds may be used for field assistant stipends, travel, or other expenses such as field and lab equipment and supplies. Awardees are welcome to use our lab, office, and other facilities at no charge while they are conducting their research.