Deadline: all year round
Open to: individuals ages 18 to 25
Grant: between US $2,000 and $5,000 at the maximum

The Young Explorers Grants Program supports a variety of projects—and an age-range of applicants—that are generally not covered by other sources of funding.

Young Explorers Grants (YEG) offer opportunities to individuals ages 18 to 25 to pursue research, conservation, and exploration-related projects consistent with National Geographic’s existing grant programs, including: the Committee for Research and Exploration (CRE), the Expeditions Council (EC), and the Conservation Trust (CT).

Eligibility

Individuals ages 18 to 25 to pursue research, conservation, and exploration-related projects consistent with National Geographic’s existing grant programs, including: the Committee for Research and Exploration (CRE), the Expeditions Council (EC), and the Conservation Trust (CT).

Application Process

1st Step:
* submit a pre-application form online (if approved, you will be sent an email with a link and a password giving you access to our full application online)
* you will be asked to upload an electronic copy of your curriculum vitae (CV) while completing the form
* submit your pre-application at least eight months prior to your field dates, at least six months for the Expeditions Council.

2nd step:
* complete the online application (after you have been sent the e-mail with a link and a password)

Grant

Young Explorers Grants vary in amount depending on significance of the project, though most range between US $2,000 and $5,000 at the maximum. National Geographic Society grants may not be used for indirect costs, overhead, and other expenses not directly related to the project.

Official Webpage

Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply for the program.