The
ABC's Conservation Programme supports small conservation projects
in Africa. Since 1996, it has supported a wide variety of projects
including training courses, research into threatened species and
promotion and awareness of conservation issues in Africa.
We currently raise money from sales, donations and corporate sponsorship.
Our
current budget stands at £8000 per annum and the Club welcomes applications
for Conservation Awards from individuals
or institutions up to maximum of £850 and for the annual Expedition
Award of £1000. However because demands on the fund are great
we do have to turn some proposals down so it is important that applications follow
the guidelines below.
ABC Conservation Awards
The Club aims to encourage as wide a range of ideas as possible. Many different
types of project can be considered so long as there is a clear conservation objective.
These could include:
- survey and research into African birds;
- educational projects or training courses;
- production of guides to the common birds of a country in local languages;
- interpretation material for nature reserves;
- other ideas will be considered.
As the fund is small, several restrictions
will apply:
- applicants must be normally resident in Africa;
- ideally, the requested grant from ABC should be a major part of the project
budget;
- requests for contributions towards academic fees will not be considered;
- however funding for field projects that are being carried out as part of an
academic study may be considered if funding from the academic institution is
not available.
Applications for Conservation Awards can be made at any time. Please download
the guidelines.
ABC Expedition Award
The African Bird Club Expedition Award is an annual award of £1000
for larger, more ambitious projects. Further details can be found through the 'How to Apply' link above.