Grants & awards

Small Grants Programme

Helping local conservation ideas take shape.

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About the programme

The Small Grants Programme funds focused pieces of work that make a clear difference to saiga conservation but fall below the threshold of most funders.

Grants are deliberately simple to apply for and quick to decide, so that time-sensitive fieldwork is not lost to a long funding cycle.

Eligibility requirements

Open to individuals, organisations, and institutions proposing projects that contribute to saiga conservation. You do not need to be affiliated with SCA to apply.
Applicants must be based in Kazakhstan, Mongolia, or Uzbekistan, or in a saiga consumer country, including China, Singapore, Vietnam, and Malaysia. SCA is currently unable to fund programmes implemented in, or individuals based in, the Russian Federation.

What the award provides

Up to £5,000 in funding for an individual project.
A wide range of project activities, including field conservation, research, community engagement, education, communications, and creative approaches.
Access to SCA’s network, including guidance and expertise from Steering Committee members as projects develop.

How to apply

Applications are submitted through an online form. Please follow the instructions on the form and provide the information requested.

Applications are closed at the moment. Sign up for updates to hear when the next round opens.

Before you apply

Can I apply again if I’ve received a grant before?: Yes, you can apply again. However, we give some preference to applicants who have not previously received funding.
Who can I contact with questions?: Please use our contact form or email saigaalliance@gmail.com if you have questions about the programme or your proposed project.

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