The Australian Geographic Awards for Nature is the Australian Geographic Society's flagship funding program for nature. It supports outstanding, community-driven conservation projects across Australia.

Funding is offered annually at three tiers - $20,000, $30,000 and $50,000 - for practical, science-based work that protects biodiversity, restores ecosystems and strengthens resilience to environmental threats.

Funding Tiers:

• Gold - $50,000:  Established programs with proven impact.
• Silver - $30,000: Growing programs with demonstrated success ready to scale.
• Bronze - $20,000:  Early-stage or local projects with strong potential and clear plans.

Expression of interest opens 5 January to 27 February 2026.

Applicants must be:

• Registered charities and not-for-profits
• Conservation NGOs, Landcare groups and community organisations
• First Nations organisations
• Universities and research institutes (for applied work)
• Environmental trusts, foundations and social enterprises
• Citizen-science organisations
• Individuals auspiced by an eligible organisation

• Email: society@ausgeo.com.au