The Conservation Alliance Supports Wilderness Protection Programs

The Conservation Alliance is a group of outdoor businesses whose collective contributions support grassroots citizen-action groups and their efforts to protect wild and natural areas in North America where outdoor enthusiasts spend their time. Funded programs should focus primarily on direct action to protect specific threatened wild places and waterways. The Alliance is not looking for mainstream education or scientific research projects, but rather for active campaigns. Before applying for funding, an organization must first be nominated by one of the Alliance's member companies. The upcoming nomination deadline for grants of up to $35,000 is November 1, 2009. The Alliance will send each nominated organization a request for proposal (RFP) including instructions on submitting a full request, which is due December 10, 2009. To review the grant criteria, visit the Conservation Alliance website.