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World Explorers Grant

Application Open.
Next payout expected Q2 2025.

Receive financial support & high end gear

worth $2000+

Each year we select meaning expeditions to receive financial an equipment funding

from the World Explorers Collective and our partners.

Receive up to $1000 funding for your expedition

Receive high-end gear to make your trip a success

Anyone, from anywhere can apply

Ongoing application, funds are distributed up to twice a year

Up to 5 winners per payout round

How to apply

Use your Chronicles profile to apply!

You don't have a Chronicles Profile yet? Create one now in just two minutes!

1. Download app: Chronicles - Your Adventure CV

available on Apple App Store and Google Play Store

2. Create an account

3. Fill out your profile

and describe your expedition

4. Apply via the Chronicles app

easily with a few clicks

Chronicles - Your Adventure CV

What is Chronicles? Learn more at chronicles.network

How to apply

Use your Chronicles profile to apply!

You don't have a Chronicles Profile yet? Create one now in just two minutes!

1. Download app: Chronicles - Your Adventure CV

2. Create and account

3. Fill out your profile

and describe your expedition

4. Apply via the Chronicles app

easily with a few clicks

Chronicles - Your Adventure CV

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What is Chronicles? Learn more at chronicles.network

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Our partners

Title Partner

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Partners

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Heimplanet Logo

The Equipment you will get!

Waterproof Backpacks by Ortlieb

Atrack Backpack Ortlieb
Waterproof backpack

Did you say waterproof? This is the answer.
German company Ortlieb is the front-runner in exceptional enduring waterproof gear.
You will be able to choose from a selection of backpacks fitting for your expedition.
A light daypack, or a fully-fletched expedition backpack carrying all your equipment or a good-old Duffel?
You can choose what fits best!

And on top of that you will receive an industry-leading drybag!

 

1 Backpack

or

or

&

1 Drybag

Drybag Orlieb

Merino wool clothing by LOOW

LOOW merino clothing
Merino clothing

Based in Denmark LOOW is known to make premium, sustainable, and 100% Merino Wool products that can withstand anything.
You will get a personal consultation by LOOW's product experts and a corresponding voucher of $550+ to select clothing that fits just perfectly for your expedition.

LOOW merino clothing

LOOW merino clothing

SPECIAL:

Ortlieb's Biking Grant

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Bike expedition set

1-2 Bike expeditions have the chance for additional gear!

🚲 ORTLIEB sponsors full bike expedition sets
(including seat bags, handlebar bags, panniers and more)
depending on your needs!

ALL biking expedition qualify

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Our values

Create impact for sustainable & meaningful expeditions

We strongly focus on expeditions that are in line with our core values

Communal

The expeditions benefit more people and is beyond just personal gain

Sustainable

No or limited use of motorized and CO2-emitting transportation

Impactful

We & our partners can have an impactful contribution with our funding

More about the World Explorers Collective

The World Explorers Collective aims to inspire curious and accomplished explorers globally. Its core mission involves sharing inspiring stories and profiles of successful adventures through the renowned "Art of Adventuring" podcast and a network of fellow explorers. Central to its mission is the consistent funding of meaningful expeditions.

In 2024 the World Explorers Collective launched "Chronicles - Your Adventure CV". The first network made exclusively for adventurers and Explorer to create their own profile and expedition CV. The Chronicles profile is used to apply for funding.

 

Impactful funding of meaningful expeditions through the World Explorers Grant

In 2022 the World Explorers Collective introduced the World Explorers Grant, an innovative initiative committed to funding and supporting purposeful adventures, regardless of their media reach or fame.

The primary objectives of the World Explorers Grant is to enable individuals from diverse backgrounds worldwide to pursue their dreams and explore the planet through sustainable and impactful expeditions. To date, over 25 explorers from all around the world have received funding to go on their own, unique and meaningful expeditions.

Monetary and equipment support open for all inspiring explorers

The Grant is given out twice a year to winners irrespective of their geographical location or life circumstances, fostering an inclusive space for explorers to pursue their aspirations and contribute positively to the world.

While application is open to all, a particular focus lies not just on the journey itself but on how these expeditions can inspire and benefit others, setting a standard for sustainable and meaningful travel experiences. This comes with impactful recognition and support in form of monetary funding and provision of high-end equipment.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply to the World Explorers Grant?

Anyone can apply for the World Explorer Grand. There is no restriction to nationality, religion, gender, ethnicity, experience, occupation, age or any other criteria.

When will the funding be paid out?

We expect the funding to be paid out circa 1-3 months after the announcement of the winners.

What are the selection criteria?

There are no hard criteria, but the selection will be based around criteria such as, how meaningful our funding will be to realise the expedition, the purpose, goals and benefit of the expedition, how unique the adventure is, has it been done before and/or does it help to understand our planet even better or connect cultures.

Intentions to publish books or talks about the adventure is generally considered positive, as they can enhance the impact of the expedition. How sustainable the expedition is and the determination, motivation and spirit of the explorer or exploration team applying also plays a role.

We are therefore more likely to choose meaningful and explorative adventures, where we can have a significant financial impact and are less likely to fund trips with a key focus on personal experiences.

How are the funds paid out?

Once your expedition has been selected, we will agree on a payment form. We are flexible and can adjust to the most suitable payment for you, depending on your needs and where in the world you are located. Either through regular bank transfers, via online services, or other means. We aim for the most seamless, convenient, and cost-effective solution.

Depending on your expedition timeline and preparation needs, it might be that we transfer the funds in tranches to accommodate for your expenses when they occur.

The equipment will be send to you as soon as possible - no matter where you life in the world.

What is the size of the World Explorers Grant?

The total size is not determined yet, but we expect to fund selected expeditions and adventures in the range of several hundred USD. 

We will decide after reviewing all applications how many expeditions will be funded.
In the future, we expect both the individual funding and the total funding to increase.

On top of monetary funding, there will be equipment that is given to the winners.

The total value per winner is estimated to be around USD2000+

When will I be notified?

You will be notified once the application window is closed and the reviewing process has started. 
We expect to notify the winners circa 1 month after the application has closed.
Unfortunately, we are not able to notify - or give feedback to - those applicants who do not receive funding.

What are the obligations attached to the World Explorer Grant?

The funds have to be used in direct relation to the expedition and we expect a start within 12 months. Should there be significant delays or cancellations, we request for the funds to be returned, but you have the choice to re-apply. Extraordinary circumstances (i.e. pandemics) will of course be considered.

Another obligation is that we and our partners can report on your adventures and that you provide us with updates, information, or pictures, which are free for us to use to, for example, promote you and your adventure.
We expect the winners to send us video and pictures from their journey.

To ensure that we can continue to work with amazing partners, we expect the winners to use the gear.

How many times per year do you distribute funds?

We expect to distribute funding once or twice a year.

Where are the funds coming from?

The funds are coming from private donations of enthusiastic explorers themselves, members and founders of the World Explorers Collective and our partners.

Equipment sponsoring comes entirely from our partners.

How to become a sponsor?

We are always looking for sponsors and contributors.

We are beyond grateful, if you want to donate a little bit: Donate

If you want to partner with us and be a sponsor, send us a mail: info@worldexplorerscollective.com

How will I receive the products?

Once you have been notified that you have been selected, we will align with you a timeline for shipping. You will receive all products in one package.
In case of supply shortages, please note that it can be possible that alternative products will be offered.

Can I choose different products or just more cash?

If specified, there is the chance to change products. In particular for backpacks and clothing, we will get in touch with the winners after the award to ensure the right size, model is available.

I have applied before, can I apply again?

Yes. You can always apply, even if you have applied before. However you can only apply once and with one expedition per round.

Do I need to download the Chronicles App to apply?

Yes. Application to the World Explorers Grant is done only via the "Chronicles - Your adventure CV" App, which is available on the App Store and Play Store.

Meet the winners of previous World Explorer Grants

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