At Project Seagrass we understand that everyone’s passion for conservation comes in different shapes and forms. For this reason, our tailored approach involves speaking with you to fully understand your business’ aims and objectives.
We will always be transparent with you to ensure we are the right charity for you to support and to ensure that our values align.
Whether you’re looking to donate £200 or £200,000 we have something for every budget.
To discuss opportunities contact: corporate@projectseagrass.org
Give students the gift of marine conservation education! Our flexible education packs offer a range of options to suit your needs:
£200 | Key Stage 3 Resource Pack: Equip students with high-quality, engaging materials to explore the importance of marine conservation.
£400 | Complete Marine Conservation Experience: Combine the resource pack with a half-day workshop led by our expert Engagement Officer. This includes hands-on support using the resources, maximizing student learning and engagement. Invest in young people’s futures and inspire the next generation of marine conservationists!
Project Seagrass host university students for work placements each year.
However, their placements are limited to term time (September to June). Extending their time with us through the summer would allow them to complete a full 12-month placement.
Extending a placement costs approximately £5,000.
The conservation sector, particularly marine conservation, has historically drawn heavily from privileged backgrounds. This likely stems from early childhood experiences like watersports, visits to aquariums and zoos, and summers spent near the water, which foster an interest in marine life that is then nurtured through further opportunities.
We aim to diversify the field of marine conservation. Our current week-long work experience program for local young people has not achieved this goal, likely because applicants are already considering marine biology as a career. This suggests they’ve had access to resources and experiences that make them aware of this career path, often indicating a more privileged background.
To address this, we propose a “Zero Barriers Internship” program. Funding of £25,000 would support one intern for 12 months.
PhD funding requirements vary significantly. While we estimate a total cost in the region of £110,000, this is a general figure. The actual cost will depend on several factors, including the specific research topic, the chosen university, the availability of funding opportunities,
and the individual candidate’s circumstances (e.g., visa requirements, relocation expenses).
Therefore, we will discuss potential PhD projects, suitable candidates, target universities, and potential supervisors on a case-by-case basis to determine a more accurate budget and funding strategy.
We are seeking funding to support the publication of our scientific articles in an open-access format. This ensures that our research is freely available to everyone, promoting wider understanding and accelerating progress in the field.
The cost of publishing each article open access ranges from £1,000 to £5,000. To maximize the impact of our research, we also create simplified summaries and infographics to make the information more accessible to a broader audience. This additional step brings the total cost per article to approximately £1,500.
With sufficient funding, we have the capacity to publish up to 10 scientific articles per year. We are therefore seeking funding in the range of £1,500 to £15,000.
By supporting our work, you will have the opportunity to:
• Add your logo to the publication: Increase your brand visibility and demonstrate your commitment to supporting scientific advancement.
• Champion cutting-edge science: Directly contribute to the dissemination of groundbreaking research and be at the forefront of innovation.
We believe that open access publishing is crucial for the advancement of knowledge and we are committed to making our research as widely available as possible. We invite you to partner with us in this endeavor and help us share our findings with the world.
Seagrass restoration relies on understanding the specific needs of this vital plant.
Analysing sediment and nutrient samples is key to this, but each sample costs approximately £20. A £10,000 investment could provide 500 samples, providing an invaluable dataset for our research.
To identify future seagrass restoration sites in the UK, we must first determine current seagrass locations and areas of degradation. This data will inform habitat suitability modelling, which helps us establish sites for seagrass restoration.
An annual budget of £20,000 would support ongoing site identification efforts. It’s important to note that this funding is specifically for identifying potential sites and does not cover the costs associated with licensing, pilot studies, or the actual restoration work. Sites deemed suitable for restoration will require additional funding and approvals before any restoration activities can take place.
Project Title: Unlocking the Secrets of Dwarf Eelgrass (Zostera noltei)
We are seeking funding to expand our vital research on Zostera noltei, commonly known as Dwarf Eelgrass, in Essex. Our pilot project which focused on understanding this understudied species has come to an end. During the pilot we collected sediment core samples and undertook germination and seed health trials at our Seagrass Nursery in West Wales. With growing local engagement and promising initial findings, we would like to continue both field research in Essex and laboratory-based studies.
Dwarf Eelgrass plays a crucial role in coastal ecosystems, yet remains relatively understudied. Our project aims to address this knowledge gap by investigating key aspects of Zostera noltei biology, including:
We are seeking funding to ensure the continued success and expansion of this crucial research.
• Short-term (6 months): £25,000 would enable us to maintain momentum, allowing for continued sample analysis, nursery trials, and community engagement activities.
• Long-term (1-2 years): Ideally, funding in the range of £75,000 – £200,000 would secure the project’s future for 1-2 years, enabling more in-depth research, including dedicated field studies in Essex and comprehensive laboratory analysis. This would significantly advance our understanding of Zostera noltei and its conservation needs.
Any level of funding or support would be gratefully received and contribute to the long-term success of this important project. We are confident that our research will provide valuable insights into the ecology and conservation of Dwarf Eelgrass, contributing to the health and resilience of coastal ecosystems.
Many of our supporters are interested in volunteering opportunities for their team.
We can offer a range of opportunities throughout the year for your team to engage in hands on activities either out in the field or from their desks.
We do however prioritise local people volunteering in the field to improve local awareness of the importance of seagrass and empower local people to protect their natural environment. Opportunities in the field are therefore limited and due to weather conditions and tide times, can often require last minute flexibility which also is easier to negotiate with volunteers who live locally. We of course want to show every supporter the impact of their contribution and provide hands on experiences that inspire and motivate your team, but we also want to manage your expectations. We aim to have a corporate engagement day per project, per year and your account manager will also
seek ways in which you can get involved.
If you would only like to take part in volunteering, we ask for a voluntary donation to help us cover our costs.
