(New Small Grant Program)
The Cave Conservancy of Virginias (CCV) now offers small grants of up to $1,500.
The purpose of the grant is to support the advancement of knowledge and understanding of caves and karst. Funding may be used for scientific, educational, and conservation-oriented projects, as well as to help individuals attend conferences, events, and projects that will increase their understanding of caves and karst.
Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to: travel costs, conference registration fees, research supplies, conservation efforts, and the purchase of necessary gear to participate in opportunities that will enable individuals or groups to expand their understanding of caves and karst.
These grants can be awarded to individuals or groups supported by a non-profit organization or university. Note that you don’t need to be supported by a non-profit organization—individuals are welcome to apply.
Groups or individuals from Virginia and West Virginia can apply, as well as those from adjacent karst regions close to the Virginias. This broader region includes northwestern North Carolina, northeastern Tennessee, western Kentucky, western Ohio, southwestern Pennsylvania, and western Maryland. However, all projects should focus on the Virginias and surrounding karst regions, though travel to conferences and events may occur outside the region.
Fill out the form at this link to apply and email it to the Grants and Awards Committee Chair (blaineschubert@gmail.com).
For regular research and project grants, please see our ‘Grants Request’ Page.