Hong Kong Biodiversity Conservation Fund

Description

1) Objective

As a new initiative to contribute to the local ecology and society, the Foundation has created a funding programme focused on Hong Kong’s local biodiversity. Applications are invited for projects which can demonstrate the potential for long term, beneficial impacts on the conservation of Hong Kong’s habitats and associated biodiversity. It is anticipated that funded projects will adopt a habitat-approach in conserving biodiversity in Hong Kong’s humid subtropical climate landscape. Furthermore, funded projects should foster collaboration among various parties, including but not limited to OPCFHK, different universities or educational institutes, non-government organizations, and the wider community:

• Habitat Conservation: This funding programme is dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of local habitats, with a primary focus on biodiversity conservation.
• Collaboration and Partnership: We aim to foster collaboration and partnership between multiple organizations, emphasizing a proven history of working together to maximize project effectiveness. The power of partnerships is central to achieving our conservation goals.
• Education and Outreach for Sustainability: This funding programme shall integrate a strong and clearly defined education and outreach component, aiming to raise awareness about Hong Kong’s biodiversity, promote stewardship, and create a lasting impact on the community.

2) Eligibility

Principal Investigator (PI), Deputy PI and Co-Investigator(s): Each applicant can submit only one application as the Principal Investigator of a project and act as PI in not more than two concurrent projects funded by the Foundation.

3) Location

The Foundation solicits proposals for Hong Kong.

4) Budget

Projects should be no longer than 3 years, with funding capped ranged from HK$600,000 to HK$1,500,000 for the entire project. Funding covers relevant project expenses during the approved project period as stated in the application. Please use the financial year of the Foundation, which is from July to June, when filling in the budget for the different financial years in the application form.

5) Application

The application period is between on 1 December 2024 and 28 February 2025. All applications must be submitted online.