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Rare Plant RaMP (Research & Mentoring for Post-baccalaureates in Biological Sciences)

Quail Botanical Gardens Foundation

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

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Eligible organizations

  • Individuals without extensive research experience during undergraduate studies

Other requirements

  • Recent undergraduate graduates interested in plant sciences
  • Candidates interested in botany, conservation, or plant science fields

Overview

Rare Plant RaMP Program

Organization: San Diego Botanic Garden (in partnership with Atlanta Botanical Garden, California Botanical Garden, and Morton Arboretum)

Geographic Scope: United States (4 botanical garden locations)

Program Focus:

  • Research and mentorship for post-baccalaureate students in plant sciences
  • Investigation of global plant biodiversity decline
  • Rare plant species research and conservation
  • Diversifying the STEM workforce through paid training and mentorship

Eligibility:

  • Recent undergraduate graduates interested in plant sciences
  • Individuals without extensive research experience during undergraduate studies
  • Candidates interested in botany, conservation, or plant science fields

What the Program Offers:

  • Paid training and mentorship positions (1-year duration)
  • Opportunity to develop independent research projects on rare plant species
  • Collaboration with conservation professionals and field botanists
  • Skill development in: laboratory techniques, GIS, public speaking, data analysis
  • Networking with other mentees across partner institutions
  • Fieldwork opportunities across California and beyond
  • Professional development workshops focused on soft and hard skills
  • Travel to partner botanical gardens for collaborative workshops

Contact Information: 300 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas, CA 92024 | Phone: (760) 436-3036

How to Apply

Application Process

Applications are submitted online through the program website.

Application Deadline (most recent cycle): March 15, 2024

Note: The deadline listed is from the 2024-2025 cycle. Current application timeline for 2026 should be verified directly with the program.

How to Apply:

  1. Visit the program website for application portal and instructions
  2. Submit application materials online
  3. Program reviews and selects mentees

Required Materials: Specific application requirements not detailed in provided text. Contact program directly for current application requirements.

Contact for Application Questions: Visit https://sdbgarden.org or contact (760) 436-3036

What Quail Botanical Gardens Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2024
1
Total given
$11K
Median grant
$11K
  • By dollars: California 100%. Top recipient cities: San Marino, CA.

Example grants

  • Botanic Gardens Conservation Int'l US Inc · San Marino, CA

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    $11K

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Science research
  • Education
  • Workforce development

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