Applications are now open for the Kinship Conservation Fellowships 2026! This prestigious month-long program in Bellingham, Washington, empowers conservation leaders worldwide to develop market-based solutions for environmental challenges. Fellows receive a stipend of USD $8,000 and gain access to a global network of conservation professionals.

To be eligible for the fellowship, applicants must be mid-career conservation professionals with at least five years of relevant experience. They should demonstrate strong leadership potential, proficiency in English, and a commitment to applying market-based approaches to environmental challenges. Applicants must also have a current or proposed project that aligns with the Fellowship’s focus on sustainable, market-driven conservation solutions.

Kinship Foundation is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing conservation leadership and sustainable solutions for the planet. Through its flagship Kinship Conservation Fellowship, the foundation empowers environmental practitioners to apply market-based approaches to real-world conservation challenges. By fostering innovation, collaboration, and leadership, the Kinship Foundation supports a global community of professionals committed to creating measurable impact in environmental protection and resource management.

Application Deadline: February 06, 2026

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Kinship Foundation
• Department: NA
• Course Level: Fellowship/Professional Development
• Award: USD $8,000 stipend (subject to U.S. tax withholding)
• Access Mode: Online (application submission)
• Number of Awards: Varies annually
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in: USA

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all countries.
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The Fellowship focuses on market-based conservation approaches, leadership, and sustainability practices.
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be conservation practitioners with at least five years of relevant experience.

• Demonstrate leadership potential and a strong commitment to conservation goals.

• Be fluent in English, as the program is conducted entirely in English.

• Have a project or initiative where market-based solutions can be applied to conservation challenges.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must complete the online application through the official Kinship Conservation Fellowship website. Applicants are required to submit personal details, professional background, a description of their conservation project, and references.

Benefits

• A stipend of USD $8,000 (net of U.S. tax withholding).

• Immersive month-long residency at Western Washington University.

• Exposure to the six Kinship Conservation Pillars including financing conservation and adaptive leadership.

• Access to a global alumni network of over 368 Fellows from 73 countries.

• Opportunities for field trips, collaborative projects, and long-term professional connections.

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