Application Process and Policy

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• The MBRWF shall act alone or partner with organizations or individuals.

• The MBRWF shall underwrite projects or activities that preferably have local impact on Jackson Hole and surrounding region including the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

• Projects to be funded should include an emphasis on species and habitats that are often overlooked by more traditional funding sources. These include non-game wildlife, native plants, and insects.

• Projects should be based on science, whether field research, publication, or educational. Results of funded projects must be published or otherwise made available to the public.

• Projects or activities should have a focus that will result in conservation-oriented action, not just studies.

• Whenever possible the applicant should enhance the impact of the project through collaboration with other organizations or individuals with common objectives.

 

The MBRWF generally funds projects in the $3,000 - $5,000 range. Requests for considerably more than this are rarely awarded.

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• No project will be funded for an additional year without a complete application.

• All projects must have stated goals and objectives that can be measured and evaluated when the project is completed.

• The MBRWF prefers projects that focus on the local (Jackson Hole) region.

• Grant monies must be used directly on the project described in the application. This includes travel between a base of operations and field work sites, but does NOT include other kinds of travel expenses such as air fare, long-distance transportation to study areas, or travel to attend/present results at meetings. grants do not help fund graduate school expenses, tuition or administrative/overhead costs.

• The MBRWF is organized exclusively for (1) charitable, (2) scientific and (3) educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. (Our 501(c)(3) number is 27-5089685.) Grantee must fall into one of these categories.

• Project proposals submitted by non-profit entities must include (1) a copy of a verification letter from the IRS confirming 501(c)(3) status and (2) a letter indicating that the organization agrees to our requirement that grant funding will not be used for additional costs or overhead. Both documents must be attached to the grant application.

• Project proposals submitted by educational institutions such as universities must include a letter indicating that the funds will not pay for overhead.

• The MBRWF will consider co-sponsoring funding efforts with other organizations that share common objectives.

• Whenever possible, the applicant should leverage the impact of funded projects or activities through collaboration with other organizations or individuals who share common objectives.

• The MBRWF will not fund the endowment of 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations or programs related to Political Actions Committees (PACs) or political campaigns.

 

Evaluation Criteria for grant applications

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Proposals that meet the criteria below in a clear, specific and demonstrable manner will be favored.

• The goals and objectives of the project are consistent with the MBRWF’s mission, directives, and this Grant Funding Policy.

• The proposed project has clearly stated goals and objectives that can be completed in one year. If more than one year is required, the request must have a clear explanation for continuance. Progress and final reports are required by stated deadlines for additional funding to be granted.

• The project has the capability to produce measurable results, based on achieving the project goals and objectives.

• The applicant/organization demonstrated that it has the capacity to implement the project.

• The MBRWF receives adequate recognition for funding the proposed project.