We are delighted to announce that the ReQuest Foundation is now welcoming applications for support for Youth Polar Projects. The Foundation is a new UK charity established to support young people (aged 16-24) engage in investigative or creative projects of a polar nature. We provide financial support and, where needed, we will find expert mentors from our network of partners.
Applications
Our first call for applications is now open. Applications must be received by 31 July 2025 and awards will be announced by 15 September 2025. You can apply using the form on our website, which also contains application and assessment criteria: APPLY HERE
Partner with us
The ReQuest Foundation takes its inspiration from the
Shackleton-Rowett (Quest) Expedition of 1921, which itself launched the polar
career of (Scout) James Marr. 
We are always looking for partners, both
organisations and individuals, to help support and mentor Youth Polar Projects
so please feel free to connect. If you or your organisation have an idea for a
polar project, do get in touch, together we may be able to help make it happen:
CONTACT US
Support us
As a new charity we must now grow our capacity to meet our ambitions not only to inspire and enable young people in their first career steps but also to build a body of work that has a positive and meaningful impact. Fundraising is a vital and ongoing task. Donations, however small, are extremely important to us. Please help us support more Youth Polar Projects: DONATE NOW
ReQuest Foundation, Earth Day, 22/04/2025
Some of our Partners
UK Antarctic Heritage Trust
– Royal Scottish Geographical
Society
Dundee
Heritage Trust – Royal
Meteorological Society