Rogue Valley
Audubon Society
Yellow-breasted Chat  
Museum of Natural History
A voice for education and conservation in the natural world.
Rogue Valley Audubon Society
PO Box 8597
Medford, OR 97501
roguevalleyaudubonsociety@gmail.com
roguevalleyaudubon.org
Something to ponder: "The last word of ignorance is the man who says of an animal or plant: 'What good is
it?' If the land mechanism as a whole is good, then every part is good, whether we understand it or not. If
the biota, in the course of aeons, has built something we like, but do not understand, then who but a fool
would discard seemingly useless parts? To keep every cog and wheel is the first precaution of intelligent
tinkering."
Aldo Leopold, The Sand County Almanac
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Rogue Valley Audubon Society Bob Black Fund

Announcement of Opportunity

Overview
The Rogue Valley Audubon Society (RVAS) has established the Bob Black Fund for the purpose of
promoting and facilitating bird research, conservation and education in Southern Oregon.

One or more grants will be offered annually, ranging from $200 to $1000, depending on the availability of
funds.  Recipients of these grants are expected to publish a summary article of their funded work in the
RVAS Newsletter, The Chat, and/or present their findings at a chapter meeting of the RVAS during the
calendar year following the receipt of the grant.

Who may apply?
Undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in biological science degree programs.
Application must be accompanied by a recommendation from their faculty advisor.

Ornithologistors, educators and other individuals with a serious interest in birds. Application must document
their qualifications to perform the proposed research or education project.

Membership in RVAS is not a requirement for submitting an application.

What sorts of projects are eligible?
Proposals will be reviewed by the RVAS Grants Committee.  In judging among proposals of equal quality,
special consideration will be given to those that: 1) primarily focus on field work; 2) involve Southern
Oregon birds; and 3) use data collected all or in part by non-professionals; 4) promote education about or
iintrest in birds and bird habitats.

What is the duration of a grant?
Grants will be for a period of one year. All projects must have an anticipated starting and completion date.
Proposals should be realistic in terms of the time required to complete the project.

How does one apply for a grant?  
Proposals may be submitted at any time; however, awards will generally be made in June and December of
each year.  Please send the proposal via e-mail to roguevalleyaudubon@gmail.com, with the words “Bob
Black Fund” in the subject line.  
Application procedures are described in detail in the “Bob Black Research Grant Application Instructions”.  
American Dipper
Photo by USFW