How much funding does Howie Wier Memorial Conservation Grant provide?

Howie Wier Memorial Conservation Grant provides Up to US $2,500 in funding.

When is the deadline for Howie Wier Memorial Conservation Grant?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Howie Wier Memorial Conservation Grant

Anza-Borrego Foundation

Foundation Conservation Biology Grants Environmental Conservation Grants

Funding Amount

Up to US $2,500

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Other requirements

Allowable costs include travel, supplies, equipment and other expenses associated with field work.
Researchers must obtain all necessary permits for conducting their research.

Overview

The Howie Wier Memorial Conservation Grant, offered by the Anza-Borrego Foundation, supports graduate students in ecology and conservation biology. Grants of up to $2,500 are available for field studies in the Colorado Desert and Peninsular Range, honoring Howie Wier's legacy as a passionate naturalist. Proposals are assessed for scholarly merit and project feasibility, ensuring contributions to the region's conservation efforts for future generations.

Harold A. “Howie” Wier
Harold A. “Howie” Wier (1952-2001) was a native San Diegan and a lifelong naturalist. He worked as a biological consultant and conservation biologist throughout Southern California. He was active in the California Native Plant Society, a past President of San Diego Audubon and a long-time member of the Anza-Borrego Foundation. This grant program was established by Anza-Borrego Foundation with the help of Howie’s family, friends and colleagues as a fitting tribute to Howie’s passion.
Grants of up to $2,500 are awarded annually to assist graduate students conducting field studies in ecology, systematics, evolutionary biology and conservation biology in the Colorado Desert and Peninsular Range region of Southern California.
Proposals will be evaluated for scholarly merit, project design and feasibility, and contribution to the future of conservation in the region.

Eligibility

Allowable costs include travel, supplies, equipment and other expenses associated with field work. Researchers must obtain all necessary permits for conducting their research.