The mission of the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) is to conserve California native plants and their natural habitats, and increase understanding, appreciation, and horticultural use of native plants.
The Myrtle Wolf Student Research Grant, offered by the East Bay Chapter of the California Native Plant Society, supports research on all aspects of plant science related to California native plants, including horticulture, taxonomy, biochemical processes, diseases, and environmental interactions. A total of $3000 is available, with a maximum grant size of $1000, allowing for two $1000 grants and multiple smaller grants. Projects are evaluated based on their potential to advance knowledge, methodology suitability, researcher suitability, and alignment with CNPS's mission, particularly regarding native taxa of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. The program encourages applications from non-traditional applicants.