Bears in Mind Grants provides financial support to nonprofit organisations and wildlife conservation initiatives dedicated to protecting bear species worldwide. The funding is open to eligible nonprofit organisations and wildlife conservation and research institutions in Europe, Asia and South America. The funding amount is up to €10,000 EUR, and this varies per year and project. Applications are open until March 1 for the first call and September 1 for the second call.
About The Bears in Mind Grants
The grant is sponsored by Bears in Mind, a Netherlands-based wildlife foundation focused on bear conservation and the welfare of bears in captivity. The foundation supports nonprofits, wildlife conservation organisations and research institutions that work on areas of scientific research, habitat conservation, anti-poaching initiatives, and efforts to reduce human-bear conflict.
The purpose of the funding is to provide financial assistance to projects that contribute directly to bear conservation, welfare, and habitat protection. Funding is awarded annually to eligible organisations, and the amount varies per year.
Funding Size
- Typical grant amount: €10,000 EUR
- Maximum award: €10,000 EUR
- Project duration supported: One year
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Who Can Apply for the Bears in Mind Grants
- Eligible organisation types:
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- Registered nonprofit organisations
- Wildlife conservation organisations
- Research institutions
- Foundations and conservation-focused NGOs
- Registration requirements:
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- Funding is awarded to organisations and legal entities.
- Applicants must be from Europe, Asia or South America.
- Geographic eligibility:
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- Europe
- Asia
- South America
- Sector or thematic focus:
- Conservation
- Scientific research
- Education
- Captive bear welfare projects
Application Process
- Visit the official funding page and review eligibility criteria.
- Complete the online project application form for a new or continuation project.
- Submit required supporting documents via email to projects@bearsinmind.org.
- Applications are reviewed by the foundation’s evaluation team.
- Selected applicants are notified following the review process.
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Required Materials
- Completed application form
- Detailed project proposal
- Project budget
- Proof of nonprofit registration
- Organizational profile
- Timeline of activities
Key Dates
- Application deadline:
- First call: March 1, 2026, at 23: 59 CET
- Second call: September 1, 202,6 at 23: 59 CET
- Notification timeline: 8 weeks after the deadline
- First call: May 1, 2026
- Second call: November 1, 2026
Selection Notes
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- The process is competitive and focuses on safeguarding bears.
- Priority focus areas: Initiatives addressing urgent threats to bear populations.
- Exclusions:
- Projects and organisations outside Europe, Asia and South America.
- Projects that do not focus on safeguarding bears.
Official Source of the Bears in Mind Grants
- Official Application Page: https://www.bearsinmind.org/en/projects/apply-for-funding-of-your-bear-project/