Expedition Grant - Group Funding Application

The Mazama Expedition Committee is pleased to hear of your efforts to join an expedition and your interest in applying for an Individual Recognition Grant.

Below is a description of the application process, the evaluation criteria, and an application for an Individual Recognition Grant.

Our goal is to develop the physical and mental abilities of Mazama members (and non-members) through expeditions and to enhance the dissemination of knowledge gained. We look for a history of participation and service to the Mazamas, as well as the climbing community in general, so individuals bring back skills to share as climb leaders and organizers of Mazama educational programs.

We also consider supporting non-Mazamas organized expeditions for possible contribution to the sport of mountaineering and the information provided that would benefit our members.  Climbers do not have to be Mazama members to be eligible for an expedition grant.

The Mazamas has a very good library providing expeditionary research material.

Note:  There is no deadline for Expedition grants applications.  We accept them year ‘round and evaluate them as they are received.

For any additional questions regarding Mazamas expedition grants, please contact us at the Mazama Mountaineering Center.

Expedition Funding Grant:  Application Process

1. Complete the application below.  Applications may be submitted at any time.
2. Mail the completed application to the Mazamas Expedition Committee Chairperson.
3. Contact the Chairperson to arrange a discussion of the application with the committee.
4. The Committee will review the application and make a recommendation.
5. The Committee Chairperson will take the recommendation to the Mazamas Executive Council for final approval.
6. Upon approval, applicants will be notified by the Committee Chairperson and will be required to sign a release of liability form and a funding agreement.

Expedition Funding Grant:  Application Evaluation Criteria

In considering whether to grant endorsement, sponsorship or expedition funding, the Expedition Committee may consider the following criteria where applicable:

• The number and percentage of Mazama members, as well as their history of participation and service within the Mazamas and the general climbing community.
• The ability of the proposed expedition to provide a meaningful and challenging experience to its members.
• The significance of the expedition within the Mazamas and the mountaineering community.
• The experience of the members of the proposed expedition.
• Is the expedition performing any acts of goodwill or conducting scientific research?
• The uniqueness of the expedition. Has the proposed expedition been previously attempted? How often and with what success?
• The location, accessibility, season, weather and difficulty of the route and the style of ascent.
• The financial needs of the expedition.
• Is the expedition receiving any financial assistance from outside sources?
• How prepared is the group? Is their planning and research adequate?

Mazamas Expedition Committee - Application for Endorsement and Funding

Please provide the following information:

1. Name and age of expedition leader
2. Address, phone and email
3. Title and destination of the expedition
4. Attach the expedition itinerary with approximate dates
5. Primary Objective: be specific as to the route you are attempting with reference to previous attempts and journal references. If this is a climbing expedition, please describe the route: snow, ice, rock, or mixed climb, and the style in which you plan to ascend the route. In addition, if this is a first ascent, state the country, range, and mountain of your planned ascent.
6. Secondary objectives: scientific research, public service to native population, exploration, etc.
7. Please attach a Climbing Resume of each member of expedition. Be specific as to the technical difficulty of previous climbs, first ascents, and new routes the individual has completed. List winter ascents or climbs done in difficult conditions. List those climbs in which the member took an active part in leading.
8. List any sponsorship or financial assistance your expedition is receiving from other sources such as: American Alpine Club, Outward Bound, other climbing organizations, etc.
9. List your proposed expedition budget
10. Indicate if your expedition requesting endorsement and/or funding.

Please return this to:
Mazamas Expedition Committee
527 SE 43rd Avenue
Portland OR 97215
Phone: 503-227-2345
Fax: 503-227-0862