Mountain Equipment Coop – Research
To support wilderness conservation and sustainable recreational land use. Funding for small research projects on species at risk, traditional use studies, etc.
1.888.847.0770 (Canada and USA)
604.876.6221 (Vancouver area and international)
To support the protection of ecologically significant cores and corridors.
Evaluation Criteria:
• The project has been initiated by or is undertaken in collaboration with an environmental and/or recreation community organization.
• The project has grassroots support.
• Urgency of, and need for, research is demonstrated.
• Project goals are attainable within a one-year grant term.
• Your research leader is experienced, qualified, and will enhance credibility of the project.
• The research is rigorous and results are measurable.
• A strong plan is in place to: Disseminate results; Use the research to support the work of other ENGOs; Influence land-use decisions and outcomes
Small research projects on species at risk, traditional use studies, etc.
$5,000 to $20,000
March 10th and September 10th deadlines.
