GRANT WRITING FOR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

Learn how to write an impact-focused grant application for any type of conservation project

LEARN HOW TO

• Select the right grant.
• Prepare a well written, well presented, high-impact, evidence-based application.
• Create log frames that match donor criteria.
• Process your application effectively.

    Hours

    Videos

    Exercises & quizzes

    EARN YOUR CERTIFICATE

    To earn your certificate, you will need to take and pass our exam. This will be a multiple choice exam. Earning your certificate in this way is important to demonstrate to yourself and others (e.g. employers) that you have attained a high standard in this key skill set.

    However, the exam is nothing to worry about. If you need more time or any kind of additional support for the exam then the instructor is there to help. Most people pass first time and there is a free retake for anyone that doesn't.

    Once you earn your certificate you will be added to our WildTeam global skills directory.​
    This training was exactly what I needed to be able to feel more confident writing grants. It gave me the key points to be organised in each step of the application, making sure my application is matching the donors criterias, and the project goals. 
    — Alizée Martin, France
    I feel like I have the tools to write successful, powerful grants. I am so excited to use what I have learned to confidently secure funding!
    — Amber Kincaid, USA
    The world of conservation biology is challenging but I am prepared to take a journey into it, to make a difference, thanks to the skills learned from GWWC.
    — Ran Dai, China

    IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR ME?

      This course is suitable for:

      Aspiring conservationists, looking for their first conservation job.

      Professional conservationists, already working in the conservation sector.

      Whatever you experience level or current grant writing approach, this course will strengthen your skills in this key area. As a certified grant writer, you will be able to demonstrate, and be confident in writing all of your grant applications. This could greatly improve your chances of getting a grant through your application and enable you to manage larger-scale conservation projects that can achieve more impact for the wildlife you care about.If you are still unsure, simply sign up for free and check out the introductory module to find out more. 

      WHY ARE GRANT WRITING SKILLS IMPORTANT?

        The competition for every conservation grant is huge, so you have to get a lot of things right to have any chance of success. To even begin to be considered, you will have to present an impact-focused application that aligns exactly with donor requirements. That alone, however, may not be enough. You will also need to create a well structured application filled with compelling, well-written content, in which all key points are either justified and/or backed up with hard evidence.

        Beyond that, you can increase your chances further by appropriate use of graphics, photos, quotes, and graphs to highlight key information and bring the application to life. Once you have completed the Grant Writing for Wildlife Conservation course, you will be able to meet all these requirements and more. More importantly, for the rest of your career, you will be able to raise more funds to support the conservation work you are most passionate about.

        BECOME A WILDLIFE CONSERVATION PROFESSIONAL

        Get certified in all these subjects to become a certified Wildlife Conservation Professional.

          ONE PAYMENT, FULL ACCESS, MAXIMUM VALUE.

          Project Management | Project Planning | Grant Writing | Stakeholder Engagement | Monitoring and Evaluation

          Unlock unlimited learning with the WildTeam Annual Membership. For £290/year, you get full access to every course in our school, including all current courses and all future courses released during your membership. Individual courses cost £190 each. With 5 courses already available, buying them separately would cost £950. Membership gives you access to all of them, plus future releases, for less than the price of two.

          DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE BEST PRACTICE AND ONLINE TEMPLATES

          ​The Grant Writing for Wildlife Conservation best practice is the official manual for the course. 

          This best practice can be used as a step-by-step guide to find and develop a grant application for any type of conservation project. For example, it could be used develop a grant for rewilding a local farm, or for an international programme to strengthen climate change policy. 

          This best practice can also be used as a supporting resource for training and facilitation.

          It comes with a free online template to help you find, assess, and keep track of your grant applications.

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