Are certain types of projects given preference in CEF reviews?
• Reflect the priorities of related AZA Animal Programs and Advisory Groups, or the AZA Board. • Provide a direct link between zoo and aquarium animal collections and the conservation of endangered or threatened wildlife and ecosystems in the North America and worldwide. • Implement, rather than define, conservation goals. • Improve management, welfare, and care of endangered and threatened wildlife in a zoological setting. • Are less likely to receive significant support from sources other than the CEF. • Are collaborative in nature. • Are likely to have a high conservation return for the investment. • Are logistically feasible and fiscally and scientifically sound. • Benefit a large number of animals, institutions, or programs. Does CEF fund multi-year projects? Each CEF grant is for one year only. PIs can apply for a second year of funding, but must do so by submitting a new application. The same component of a project can be funded for a maximum of two cycles. However, different co
