The Vital Impacts, a women-led non-profit organisation committed to amplifying solution-based climate initiatives across the world through art and storytelling, is inviting entries from environmental photographers with experience in capturing solution-based initiatives around wildlife and natural habitats.
The grants not only support visual storytellers embarking on long-term documentary photography projects but also foster collaboration with local communities committed to environmental and wildlife conservation.
Rewards
- One $20,000 (US) grant to an established environmental photographer.
- Six $5,000 (US) grants to emerging photographers from across the globe.
- Funds are specifically earmarked for the development of documentary projects focusing on environmental stories, with each grant supporting a separate photographer and project over the course of twelve months.
Who can apply?
- Local photographers embedded within their communities, possessing both the knowledge and passion to report on environmental issues, particularly those relevant to their own surroundings.
- Individuals who can convey the complexities of environmental or conservation challenges, along with potential solutions.
How to Apply
Submit entries by clicking here
Deadline: September 15, 2025
The Vital Impacts, a women-led non-profit focused on promoting climate solutions via art and storytelling, is seeking submissions from environmental photographers well-versed in documenting solution-oriented initiatives involving wildlife and natural habitats. The organization aims to support the endeavor of visual storytellers by providing financial grants and promoting collaboration with communities dedicated to environmental conservation.
The grant offerings include one $20,000 award for an established environmental photographer and six $5,000 grants for emerging photographers worldwide. These funds are intended to assist in the development of documentary projects with an environmental focus, each supporting a photographer for twelve months.
Eligible applicants are local photographers who are deeply connected to their communities and possess the knowledge and eagerness to depict environmental issues and possible solutions relevant to their surroundings. Applicants that can effectively address the complexities of environmental and conservation challenges are invited to apply. The deadline for submissions is September 15, 2025.
