Funds are available to support events that are not organised directly by the British Mycological Society, to enable the dissemination and sharing of knowledge and developments in any area of mycology.
Event Sponsorship Grants can be used for in-person or virtual meetings, conferences and events held in any country.
The applicant must be the main organiser or hold a position on the organising committee (or equivalent) for the event. Only one grant will be awarded to an applicant in any one calendar year.
Funds are given as sponsorship of the nominated event. The sponsorship could support many aspects of the event such as speaker costs (e.g. fees or travel), conference sessions, workshops, or networking activities.
Two levels of sponsorship are possible:
How to apply
Applications should be made by completing the application form. Completed forms must be received by the BMS at least three months before the date of the event.
Applications will be reviewed under the following criteria:
Assessment of applications
Applications are assessed by BMS Council Members.
Evidence of use of the funds must be provided within 3 months of the event date. Funds are subject to return if the applicant cannot produce suitable financial records.
