Organisation Name:
International Marine Animal Trainers’ Association (IMATA)
Application Deadline:
09 September 2026
About Organisation
The International Marine Animal Trainers’ Association (IMATA) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the humane care and handling of marine animals. Its work brings together professionals involved in marine animal science, training, public display, research, husbandry, conservation and education. IMATA provides opportunities for members to exchange current knowledge, research findings and professional practices related to marine animal care. The organization places strong emphasis on animal wellbeing and encourages responsible management approaches. It also seeks to strengthen public understanding and appreciation of marine animals and their environments. Through professional collaboration, education and conservation initiatives, IMATA promotes responsible practices that benefit marine animals and marine ecosystems.
About the Grant
The IMATA Conservation Fund was established in 2011 to provide financial support to third-party nonprofit organizations working on conservation-oriented projects involving marine animals and marine mammal science. The fund supports initiatives that promote conservation, communication, professionalism and cooperation among professionals working in marine animal training, research, husbandry, education and conservation. Previous supported projects have included marine mammal care, manatee rehabilitation and research, marine mammal stranding programmes and other conservation activities. The fund also aims to strengthen awareness of conservation issues among IMATA members and expand the organization’s contribution to the wider marine conservation community.
Who can Apply?
The IMATA Conservation Fund is intended to support third-party nonprofit organizations undertaking conservation-oriented projects involving marine animals or marine mammal science. Proposed projects should demonstrate a clear conservation purpose and contribute to marine animal or marine ecosystem conservation. Relevant organizations may include nonprofit conservation groups, marine mammal rehabilitation organizations, research programmes, stranding-response organizations and educational institutions involved in eligible conservation activities. Applicants should demonstrate that their proposed work has meaningful conservation value and aligns with the fund’s objectives. The information provided does not specify a particular country restriction, so the opportunity appears to have an international focus. Applicants should review the official nomination instructions for complete eligibility requirements.
How to Apply?
Review the official IMATA Conservation Fund Nomination Application Instructions and prepare the required nomination materials. Download and complete the official application form, ensuring that the proposed project clearly demonstrates its conservation purpose and relevance to marine animal science, conservation, research, rehabilitation or education. Include the required supporting information and submit the nomination according to IMATA’s official instructions before the applicable deadline.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is 09 September 2026
Last Date To Apply
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