This funder does not take applications
The funder picks its grantees and does not take unsolicited proposals.
The facts, in the funder’s words
All quotes are from wildnet.org · faq unless marked. Checked 1 Nov 2026Over 30 days ago, due a recheck
- How to apply
Invitation only
The streamlined administration of the ECF means that we cannot accept unsolicited proposals because of the time involved in assessing unknown potential partners and their proposals.
- Amount
Usually $15,000 to $200,000 USD
The ECF tends to fund projects between $15,000 and $200,000
- Where
Africa, and ivory consuming nations (Africa and Asia)
the Elephant Crisis Fund (ECF) identifies and supports the most effective projects and partners in Africa, and in ivory consuming nations
Checked 1 Nov 2026Over 30 days ago, due a recheckSource: wildnet.org · elephant crisis fund - Who can apply
NGOs
In general, we prefer to give grants to NGOs working within an established framework such as 501c3 or equivalent status, and only provide grants directly to governments under exceptional circumstances.
- Rounds
Not found on the pages we read
- Co-funding required
Not found on the pages we read
- Run by
Save the Elephants
The Elephant Crisis Fund is a partnership between WCN and the Save the Elephants (STE), but is managed by STE.
Checked 1 Nov 2026Over 30 days ago, due a recheckSource: wildnet.org · elephant crisis fund - Restoration approach
Species conservation, Protected areas and Community conservation
Our classification, from the funder’s description of what it supports.
What the funder asks grantees to report
- Reporting
Not found on the pages we read
Something wrong?
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