Indianapolis Zoo Launches $1 Million Saving Species Challenge

The Problem will increase the survival possibilities of a single at-risk animal species

INDIANAPOLIS, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Indianapolis Zoological Society introduced a daring grant program to reverse the decline of an animal species heading towards extinction. The Indianapolis Zoo Saving Species Problem will award a $1 million grant to at least one group that may develop and execute a plan that can have a measurable and sustainable affect on the survival of an animal species.

Area conservationists from world wide are invited to use and current a plan to establish an animal species that’s at the moment designated as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, Weak or Extinct within the wild) by the Worldwide Union for Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) Purple Checklist and create a program that may result in an enchancment within the species’ standing.

“The Indianapolis Zoo looked for a giant concept to make an actual distinction and assist area conservationists to make a measurable change in the way forward for a species,” stated Michael W. Wells, Trustee and Chair of the Indianapolis Zoo’s Conservation Committee. “Our potential to measure the result by utilizing the Worldwide Union for Conservation of Nature’s Purple Checklist will enable us to objectively assess the outcomes of our funding.”

The grant has a two-stage software course of. Pre-applications should be submitted by June 4, 2023, after which the organizations chosen have to submit a full software by Dec. 3, 2023. Full data on eligibility and software procedures might be discovered at IndianapolisZoo.com below the Conservation tab.

“We all know that reversing the decline of a species takes time. If we belief the science and keep centered, we are going to save species. This problem will function a mannequin for different conservation organizations to comply with,” stated Dr. Rob Shumaker, President & CEO of the Indianapolis Zoo. “The Indianapolis Zoo Saving Species Problem is visionary and can focus consideration on reaching vital affect on the survival of a species. I’m excited to see the Indianapolis Zoo proceed to set the bar excessive on how Zoos, Aquariums and Botanical Gardens can advance conservation motion and catalyze actual and constructive change for species,” stated Jon Paul Rodriguez, Chair, IUCN Species Survival Fee.

A Jury of worldwide animal conservation consultants will select the winner of the Indianapolis Zoo Saving Species Problem. The winner could have 5 years to activate this system and present progress. The Zoo will announce the winner February 2024. Click on right here for free-use media property.

In regards to the Indianapolis Zoo
The Indianapolis Zoo is the biggest zoo within the U.S. that doesn’t obtain direct tax assist. The Zoo has invested vital sources into conservation for many years, together with the Indianapolis Prize – the world’s main award for animal conservation – the World Heart for Species Survival, and the Zoo’s area conservation grants program. The Indianapolis Zoo protects nature and conjures up individuals to look after our world. Situated in White River State Park downtown, the Indianapolis Zoo is accredited by the Affiliation of Zoos and Aquariums and the American Alliance of Museums as a zoo, aquarium and botanical backyard. Go to IndianapolisZoo.com

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