Time Land Purchase Grant Program

The TiME Land Purchase Grant Program, offered by This is My Earth (TiME), is designed to support conservation NGOs in purchasing and protecting land to conserve biodiversity. TiME is a non-profit organization focused on conserving critical ecosystems and biodiversity through land acquisition and educational programs. The grant program targets local partner organizations worldwide that aim to acquire land of high conservation value that is under threat of destruction or degradation. To be eligible, the proposed land must be located in a biodiversity hotspot or an area with significant conservation value and be under threat. The land must be available for purchase, and organizations are encouraged to provide a formal title deed. The partner organization must demonstrate a clear conservation objective and have a robust plan for the long-term management and protection of the land. Additionally, the organization must be a registered non-profit or NGO with the legal and institutional capacity to manage the land effectively. The application process involves submitting an online form with a description of the organization, conservation objectives, a detailed budget for the land purchase, and supporting documents relevant to the project. The Scientific Advisory Committee, comprising experts in conservation biology and ecology, reviews applications based on criteria such as conservation impact, management feasibility, and organizational capacity. Successful applicants will participate in a crowdfunding campaign beginning on January 1st of each year. The campaign allows donors to contribute to conservation projects and vote on which projects receive funding. The partner organization is required to submit a management plan post-campaign to outline how the land will be protected and managed for at least ten years. Grant funding can range from $20,000 to $60,000 per project, with potential allocations up to $100,000 based on the specific needs and budget of the partner organization. While there is no strict funding cap, the average grant request typically falls within the stated range. Up to 5% of the total grant may be used for non-acquisition-related costs, such as legal fees. For additional information or inquiries, applicants can contact Gal Zanir, the Land Conservation Manager, through the email provided in the contact section. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the review process may take 1-3 months depending on the complexity of the proposal and the availability of the advisory committee.

Applications should focus on demonstrating the conservation impact of the proposed project, the feasibility of the management plan, and the capacity to protect and manage the land in the long term.