Only applications that adhere to the following guidelines will be considered.

1. APPLICATION COVER SHEET

• Complete the cover sheet (type or print)
• Attach the cover sheet as page 1 of your proposal

2. PROPOSAL OUTLINE - The following information should be included under the sub-headings listed below. This section should not exceed 5 pages (excluding 2 page CVs for each PI) with a minimum font size of 11.

• Introduction and Background
  Include information on species status, conservation needs and current threats. State whether this project was listed as a priority by the IUCN Iguana Specialist Group. If so, state at what level.
  
  NEW - If this project is part of an ongoing effort, include a bulleted list of milestones, by year, as well as the approximate amount of funding received each year to accomplish that milestone.
• Project description and methods
  Describe the proposed actions and how the project will be conducted. Include overall project goals and objectives. Important: If funds are being requested for more than one project component, i.e., public information campaign AND release and monitoring, describe each component SEPARATELY. Include information for each component on techniques to be used, data analysis, and how information will be utilized and disseminated once the project is completed.
• Projected Outcomes and Anticipated Conservation Impact
  Describe how the results will be used or applied toward the conservation of the species or its habitat. How will the success of the project, or its components, be evaluated?
• Project Schedule
  Provide a timetable (beginning and completion) for the major project components
• Budget and Budget Narrative
  Itemize individual expenses into the following major categories: Labor, Travel, Equipment and Supplies, Other. Please utilize attached chart. PLEASE BE CERTAIN REVIEWERS CAN EASILY DETERMINE WHICH BUDGET ITEMS ARE NEEDED TO CARRY OUT EACH PROJECT COMPONENT. Total Budget should not exceed $10 - $12,000 US.
  
  NEW – Please also submit a budget narrative, itemized by budget category and project component, justifying the cost of each line item in the budget chart. Detailed information on equipment requested should be supplied in the narrative.
• Other Sources of Support: funding, logistical and technical. Are matching funds available and have they been applied for?
• Curriculum Vitae:Please use abbreviated CV, edited to two pages for each PI

Sample Budget

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