Grants & Internships

Project Grants

Each year, the IWWA Board of Directors utilizes the funds generated from the previous year’s conference auction and raffle to support worthy waterfowl projects.

Grants typically range from $1,000 – $5,000 USD and will be considered annually at the Board of Directors meeting. Applications should be submitted by August 15th. Successful applicants are required to provide an annual report to the Conservation/Grants Committee Chair Person on their project at its conclusion. The report will be published in the IWWA / Sylvan Heights newsletter.

If you have questions about eligibility or the IWWA grant application process, please contact an IWWA board member. Contact information and submission instructions are listed in the application, downloadable here:

IWWA Grant Application Form


Internship Grants

Lis Glassco Hudson was the ultimate mentor for many of today’s most successful zoo professionals and aviculturists. When Lis passed away her family and many friends decided to establish this fund to help carry on her efforts at bringing young people into aviculture.

The fund continues to receive contributions and as the amount increases it is hoped that it can be converted into an endowment and work exclusively from the interest generated. The IWWA Conservation Grants Committee administers the program.

Applications for the Internship program are reviewed upon receipt and successful candidates receive a period of training under an experienced IWWA member deemed an appropriate mentor by the Committee. The Internship award covers a percentage of the cost of air fares or other expenses needed to help make it possible for the intern to take advantage of the opportunity.

If you have questions about eligibility or the IWWA grant application process, please contact an IWWA board member.

Download Application Form