Marion Jenkinson Service Award Grant

Marion Jenkinson Service Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Ornithological Society
Last Updated: November 25, 2025

Summary

The Marion Jenkinson Service Award, presented by the American Ornithological Society, honors early- and mid-career ornithologists for their extensive volunteer contributions and service to the society. This award includes a framed certificate and recognizes individuals who exemplify high ethical standards aligned with the AOS Code of Conduct. The award aims to foster a diverse and supportive ornithological community while promoting bird conservation and scientific study.

Overview

About What is the American Ornithological Society (AOS)? We’re a diverse, global network of empowered professionals, working together to advance the scientific study and conservation of birds. The world’s largest international ornithological society, the AOS is more relevant today than ever, and we’re dedicated to supporting the scientists doing this critical work—for the sake of birds, humanity, and the planet. AOS Vision A broad and engaged ornithological community that advances the understanding and conservation of birds AOS Mission To connect ornithologists, science, and bird conservation by Supporting science that advances the understanding and conservation of birds Promoting broad access to ornithological science Supporting ornithologists throughout their career paths, and Fostering a welcoming, diverse, supportive, and dynamic ornithological community. AOS Service Awards The American Ornithological Society offers two awards to recognize members who have rendered exceptional service to ornithology and to the Society. The selection of annual awardees is made by the Service Awards Committee. The AOS Awards committees strive to develop a balanced annual slate of nominees that represents the Society and the diversity of its members Marion Jenkinson Service Award The award consists of a framed certificate and honors Marion Jenkinson Mengel, who served the American Ornithologists’ Union as Treasurer and in other capacities for many years. All award nominees are expected to have a high standard of ethical and social behavior that is strongly aligned with the AOS Code of Conduct & Ethics.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Jenkinson Award is given to an early- or mid-career ornithologist who has performed continued extensive service to AOS, including holding elected offices but emphasizing volunteer contributions and committee participation. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.