Proposal Deadlines

Institutional Grants  - March 1 & September 15

AREAS OF INTEREST

•             Democratic Governance

•             Education

•             Sustainable Resource Management

Projects should have a strong public policy component, offer innovative solutions to problems facing these regions, and incorporate new mechanisms for addressing these programmatic areas. Activities may include, but are not restricted to, research projects, workshops and conferences related to the Foundation's areas of interest. The Foundation encourages collaboration among organizations in the United States and Latin America and prefers to fund those institutions that are actively engaged with external stakeholders in addressing an issue of concern. Funding for general support may be considered on a limited basis.

If you are interested in applying for funding, visit our application page to learn more.

Please note: The Foundation is no longer funding proposals in the areas of U.S. Policy toward Latin America or Antarctica.

Información Adicional

Sustainable Resource Management

The Tinker Foundation’s work on the environment is focused on efforts that support sustainable management of habitat and resources and incorporate social and economic dimensions affecting the well-being of local communities. Projects will address these challenges at multiple levels ranging from engaging with policy makers, to capacity building, standards development and implementation. Funding is available for projects that address one of the following key themes.

Promoting Sustainable Management Practices

Projects should address the crucial links between effective resource management and communities that use them and seek to ensure that economic returns resulting from improved management policies benefit local populations. Potential strategies include assessing and establishing best practices; developing the human talent required to manage and conserve resources (i.e., technical training); and identifying mechanisms, practices and/or policies that avoid or mitigate overexploitation. Particular issues of interest include sustainable agriculture, sustainable forestry and non-timber forest products. Projects may also consider the conservation and livelihood aspects of sustainable tourism, fisheries management and payment for environmental service programs.

Water

Water scarcity and quality issues have emerged as a critical concern worldwide. In Latin America, as elsewhere, the shortage of water and the resulting social, economic, and health costs disproportionately impact the poor. In that light, the Foundation has a particular interest in projects that promote equitable access to a clean and secure water supply. Ideally, proposals should offer innovative ideas and policies that improve locally determined mechanisms for watershed management; develop water policies and management methodologies based on local hydrological assessments; or identify, implement and replicate workable models of freshwater management and protection.

Visit Our Programs to learn more about each of the program areas in which you can apply for funding.

Deadlines

Spring Cycle: March 1

(Final decisions are made by the Board of Directors in June.)

Fall Cycle: September 15

(Final decisions are made by the Board of Directors in December.)

These dates represent the deadline by which a full application must be received. Those sending an initial letter of inquiry should submit their letters well in advance of these dates to allow time for consultation with foundation staff.

Questions

If you have questions about the application process or whether your project or institution is eligible for funding, please contact Meg Cushing for more information.

 Link: http://www.tinker.org/grants?field_program_tid=4