About Organisation
Play for Nature is a conservation-focused endowment fund established in 2013 to support the protection of endangered species and ecosystems worldwide. The organization combines biodiversity conservation with community engagement through three key initiatives: Biodiv’World, Biodiv’Sport, and Biodiv’Educ. It provides financial and technical support to projects that promote wildlife protection, environmental education, and sustainable conservation practices. Through partnerships with conservation organizations, researchers, educators, and local communities, Play for Nature works to create measurable environmental impact while raising public awareness about biodiversity challenges and the importance of protecting vulnerable species and their habitats.
About the Grant
The BiodivSport Grant Programme 2026 supports biodiversity conservation grants that integrate sports into endangered species protection and environmental awareness activities. For the 2027 funding cycle, all grants will be awarded under the Biodiv’Sport pillar. Eligible projects must focus on conserving species classified as Vulnerable, Endangered, or Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Sports activities may include organizing sporting events, partnering with existing sports competitions, or using sport-based engagement to educate communities about biodiversity conservation. The grant encourages projects that combine conservation action, community participation, ecosystem protection, and awareness-building to achieve lasting environmental outcomes.
Who can Apply?
Civil society organizations dedicated to biodiversity conservation and endangered species protection may apply independently or in partnership with sports organizations. Applicants must have at least three years of legal existence and demonstrate experience in conservation activities. Projects must directly support species listed as Vulnerable, Endangered, or Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. The requested funding must not exceed 50% of the applicant’s annual budget and should represent at least 10% of total project costs. Projects must involve local community participation, cannot include re-granting of funds, and must not be implemented in active armed conflict zones.
How to Apply?
Interested organizations must prepare a complete project proposal detailing conservation objectives, targeted endangered species, community engagement activities, sports-related awareness initiatives, project budget, and expected outcomes. Applicants should submit all required documents within the application period and ensure the proposal clearly demonstrates how sports will contribute to biodiversity conservation and public awareness.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is 16 August 2026.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
