{"id":62261,"date":"2025-09-10T16:37:19","date_gmt":"2025-09-10T16:37:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=62261"},"modified":"2025-09-10T16:37:19","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T16:37:19","slug":"open-call-for-proposals-building-resilience-in-agriculture-with-national-geographic-society-and-pepsico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=62261","title":{"rendered":"Open Call for Proposals: Building Resilience in Agriculture with National Geographic Society and PepsiCo"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"893\">Agriculture remains one of the most vital systems on our planet, with nearly half of the world\u2019s habitable land dedicated to farming and about one-third of the global population relying directly on it for their livelihoods. Yet, these systems face increasing vulnerability due to climate change, soil degradation, water scarcity, and biodiversity loss. To help address these challenges, the <strong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"774\">National Geographic Society (NGS)<\/strong>, in collaboration with <strong data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"809\">PepsiCo<\/strong>, has launched an <strong data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"890\">Open Call for Proposals: Building Resilience in Agriculture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"1225\">This funding opportunity is part of the <strong data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"967\">Food for Tomorrow initiative<\/strong> and is designed to support innovative, science-based, and field-tested projects that help strengthen the resilience of farms, farming communities, and ecosystems. Proposals must focus on regenerative and nature-positive solutions with measurable outcomes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1300\">The deadline for submission is <strong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1297\">September 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM EDT<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1305\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1332\">Opportunity Overview<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1647\">This grant program seeks to identify and support projects that can be applied in real-world agricultural contexts and that demonstrate measurable impact. Projects must include a <strong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1551\">predominant field or land component<\/strong> and directly address farming, farming communities, or landscapes adjacent to cultivated land.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1786\">The main goal is to make agriculture more resilient to climate change and extreme weather events while advancing sustainable practices.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1829\">Focus Areas for Measurable Outcomes<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1930\">Projects should demonstrate and support practices in at least two or more of the following areas:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"2589\">\n<li data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"2044\">\n<p data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"2044\"><strong data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1950\">Soil Health:<\/strong> Build fertility and structure to support productive ecosystems both above and below ground.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2181\">\n<p data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2181\"><strong data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2085\">Climate Mitigation and Adaptation:<\/strong> Enhance resilience to climate impacts, sequester carbon, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2315\">\n<p data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2315\"><strong data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2205\">Watershed Health:<\/strong> Improve water efficiency and reduce nutrient runoff to ensure healthy watersheds for farms and communities.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2452\">\n<p data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2452\"><strong data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2335\">Biodiversity:<\/strong> Protect and restore biodiversity in agricultural landscapes, including forests, pollinators, and soil microbiomes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2589\">\n<p data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2589\"><strong data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2480\">Improved Livelihoods:<\/strong> Strengthen farmer livelihoods with access to training, decision-making, and sustainable farming resources.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2594\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2621\">Eligibility Criteria<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2714\">To qualify for this funding opportunity, applicants must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"3259\">\n<li data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2746\">\n<p data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"2746\">Be <strong data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2743\">over the age of 18<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2814\">\n<p data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2814\">Submit projects with a <strong data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2811\">predominant field or land component<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2866\">\n<p data-start=\"2817\" data-end=\"2866\">Request a <strong data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2863\">budget not exceeding USD 150,000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2867\" data-end=\"2934\">\n<p data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"2934\">Complete the project within <strong data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"2910\">two years<\/strong> of receiving funding.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"3205\">\n<p data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"3030\">Co-design projects with farmers and ensure they include one or more of the following crops:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3033\" data-end=\"3205\">\n<li data-start=\"3033\" data-end=\"3041\">\n<p data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3041\">Corn<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3053\">\n<p data-start=\"3046\" data-end=\"3053\">Wheat<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3064\">\n<p data-start=\"3058\" data-end=\"3064\">Oats<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3079\">\n<p data-start=\"3069\" data-end=\"3079\">Potatoes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3097\">\n<p data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3097\">Sugar beets<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3143\">\n<p data-start=\"3102\" data-end=\"3143\">Oilseeds (canola, sunflower, rice bran)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3146\" data-end=\"3154\">\n<p data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3154\">Rice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3157\" data-end=\"3166\">\n<p data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3166\">Cocoa<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3169\" data-end=\"3181\">\n<p data-start=\"3171\" data-end=\"3181\">Oil palm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3184\" data-end=\"3195\">\n<p data-start=\"3186\" data-end=\"3195\">Raisins<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3205\">\n<p data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3205\">Soy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3206\" data-end=\"3259\">\n<p data-start=\"3208\" data-end=\"3259\">Ensure the application is written in <strong data-start=\"3245\" data-end=\"3256\">English<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"3261\" data-end=\"3286\">Ineligible Projects<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3335\">Proposals will <strong data-start=\"3303\" data-end=\"3310\">not<\/strong> be considered if they:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3336\" data-end=\"3698\">\n<li data-start=\"3336\" data-end=\"3388\">\n<p data-start=\"3338\" data-end=\"3388\">Focus solely on <strong data-start=\"3354\" data-end=\"3367\">livestock<\/strong> or animal farming.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3389\" data-end=\"3425\">\n<p data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3425\">Focus solely on <strong data-start=\"3407\" data-end=\"3422\">fiber crops<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3426\" data-end=\"3463\">\n<p data-start=\"3428\" data-end=\"3463\">Are not co-designed with farmers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3464\" data-end=\"3529\">\n<p data-start=\"3466\" data-end=\"3529\">Are <strong data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3493\">basic research only<\/strong> without applied field components.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3530\" data-end=\"3619\">\n<p data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3619\">Require <strong data-start=\"3540\" data-end=\"3559\">land conversion<\/strong> (projects must be conducted on existing cultivated land).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3620\" data-end=\"3698\">\n<p data-start=\"3622\" data-end=\"3698\">Exceed the maximum budget of USD 150,000 without secured external funding.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3700\" data-end=\"3703\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3705\" data-end=\"3731\">Benefits of the Grant<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3733\" data-end=\"3928\">Successful applicants will be recognized as <strong data-start=\"3777\" data-end=\"3810\">National Geographic Explorers<\/strong> and join the global Explorer Community. This offers long-term networking, mentorship, and visibility opportunities.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3930\" data-end=\"3960\">Additional benefits include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3961\" data-end=\"4351\">\n<li data-start=\"3961\" data-end=\"4044\">\n<p data-start=\"3963\" data-end=\"4044\">Invitations to events in <strong data-start=\"3988\" data-end=\"4011\">Europe (early 2026)<\/strong> following award notifications.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4045\" data-end=\"4146\">\n<p data-start=\"4047\" data-end=\"4146\">Participation in a <strong data-start=\"4066\" data-end=\"4143\">multi-day gathering at National Geographic headquarters in Washington, DC<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4147\" data-end=\"4211\">\n<p data-start=\"4149\" data-end=\"4211\">Access to mentorship, training, and elevation opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4212\" data-end=\"4351\">\n<p data-start=\"4214\" data-end=\"4351\">Potential features in National Geographic and PepsiCo communication materials, such as videos, photography, and global media platforms.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4353\" data-end=\"4356\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4358\" data-end=\"4382\">Application Process<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4384\" data-end=\"4779\">\n<li data-start=\"4384\" data-end=\"4522\">\n<p data-start=\"4386\" data-end=\"4522\">Applications must be submitted <strong data-start=\"4417\" data-end=\"4432\">online only<\/strong> via the official application portal. Submissions by email or post will not be accepted.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4523\" data-end=\"4649\">\n<p data-start=\"4525\" data-end=\"4649\">All applications should demonstrate alignment with <strong data-start=\"4576\" data-end=\"4604\">FAIR and CARE principles<\/strong> to ensure ethical integrity and inclusion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4650\" data-end=\"4779\">\n<p data-start=\"4652\" data-end=\"4779\">Applicants are encouraged to co-produce projects with local collaborators who have farming expertise and community knowledge.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4781\" data-end=\"4970\">For more details on the application process, visit the official page:<br data-start=\"4850\" data-end=\"4853\" \/><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.org\/society\/grants-and-investments\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"4856\" data-end=\"4968\">National Geographic Grants and Investments<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4972\" data-end=\"4975\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4977\" data-end=\"5004\">Informational Webinars<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5006\" data-end=\"5095\">To guide applicants, the National Geographic Society will host three one-hour webinars:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5097\" data-end=\"5274\">\n<li data-start=\"5097\" data-end=\"5154\">\n<p data-start=\"5099\" data-end=\"5154\"><strong data-start=\"5099\" data-end=\"5152\">Tuesday, August 5, 2025 \u2013 9:00 PM EDT (01:00 UTC)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5155\" data-end=\"5214\">\n<p data-start=\"5157\" data-end=\"5214\"><strong data-start=\"5157\" data-end=\"5212\">Thursday, August 7, 2025 \u2013 11:00 AM EDT (15:00 UTC)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5215\" data-end=\"5274\">\n<p data-start=\"5217\" data-end=\"5274\"><strong data-start=\"5217\" data-end=\"5272\">Monday, September 8, 2025 \u2013 9:00 AM EDT (13:00 UTC)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5276\" data-end=\"5402\">Recordings of the August 5 and August 7 webinars will be available online. Registration is open for the September 8 session.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5404\" data-end=\"5407\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5409\" data-end=\"5437\">Key Details at a Glance<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"5439\" data-end=\"5803\">\n<li data-start=\"5439\" data-end=\"5477\">\n<p data-start=\"5441\" data-end=\"5477\"><strong data-start=\"5441\" data-end=\"5458\">Funding Type:<\/strong> Grant (Level II)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5478\" data-end=\"5517\">\n<p data-start=\"5480\" data-end=\"5517\"><strong data-start=\"5480\" data-end=\"5497\">Funding Size:<\/strong> Up to USD 150,000<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5518\" data-end=\"5628\">\n<p data-start=\"5520\" data-end=\"5628\"><strong data-start=\"5520\" data-end=\"5542\">Target Applicants:<\/strong> Individuals with experience leading regenerative, field-based agricultural projects<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5629\" data-end=\"5661\">\n<p data-start=\"5631\" data-end=\"5661\"><strong data-start=\"5631\" data-end=\"5652\">Eligible Regions:<\/strong> Global<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5662\" data-end=\"5701\">\n<p data-start=\"5664\" data-end=\"5701\"><strong data-start=\"5664\" data-end=\"5685\">Project Duration:<\/strong> Up to 2 years<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5702\" data-end=\"5753\">\n<p data-start=\"5704\" data-end=\"5753\"><strong data-start=\"5704\" data-end=\"5717\">Deadline:<\/strong> September 30, 2025 (11:59 PM EDT)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5754\" data-end=\"5803\">\n<p data-start=\"5756\" data-end=\"5803\"><strong data-start=\"5756\" data-end=\"5769\">Language:<\/strong> Applications must be in English<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"5805\" data-end=\"5808\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5810\" data-end=\"5834\">Contact Information<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5836\" data-end=\"6003\">For any questions not addressed in the guidelines or FAQs, applicants can contact:<br data-start=\"5918\" data-end=\"5921\" \/>\ud83d\udce7 <a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"5924\" data-end=\"5939\">funding@ngs.org<\/a> (with subject line \u201cBuilding Resilience in Agriculture RfP\u201d).<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"6005\" data-end=\"6008\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"6010\" data-end=\"6025\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6027\" data-end=\"6467\">This call for proposals represents a unique opportunity for researchers, practitioners, and local farming leaders to scale innovative, regenerative solutions to climate challenges. With support from the National Geographic Society and PepsiCo, successful projects will not only receive financial assistance but also gain international recognition, mentorship, and the chance to contribute to building a more resilient agricultural future.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6469\" data-end=\"6620\">To apply, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.org\/society\/grants-and-investments\/rfp-building-resilience-in-agriculture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a><br \/>\nFor more information, visit the official <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.org\/society\/grants-and-investments\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"6501\" data-end=\"6617\">National Geographic Society Application Portal<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Agriculture remains one of the most vital systems on our planet, with nearly half of the world\u2019s habitable land dedicated to farming and about one-third of the global population relying directly on it for their livelihoods. 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