The EAZA Amphibian Conservation Fund (ACF) was established to manage the distribution of funds raised under the banner of the 2007/08 EAZA Year of the Frog Campaign. While previous EAZA campaigns aimed to raise funds for identified in situ conservation projects, the Amphibian Campaign was different since few in situ projects for amphibians existed until very recently. It was thus decided not to raise funds for specific projects but rather establish the ACF to support future projects as they are developed.

Funds are available to EAZA institutions, either working alone or in collaboration with other zoos/NGOs. Institutions are invited to submit applications throughout the year focusing on projects covering a wide range of activities. The most recent funding round came to a close at the end of May, with the next closing date for applications falling at the end of August 2010. Successful applicants for these periods will be announced at the EAZA Annual Conference in Verona in September, when the Amphibian and Reptile TAG meeting will also include preliminary results from projects that have already been funded.

As of May 31^st 2010 a total of €251,395 has been distributed by the ACF from a total amount raised of €420,024.

For more information including details for applicants please visit the EAZA Year of the Frog Campaign page and look for the EAZA Amphibian Conservation Fund update.