The Neotropical Bird Club's mission focuses on the conservation of birds in the neotropics. By funding research and direct conservation actions, they aim to preserve bird species across the Caribbean, Middle America, and South America. The club encourages participation particularly from nationals and residents of these regions, fostering local engagement and expertise in bird conservation efforts.
The NBC Conservation Fund offers grants of $1,500, $3,000, and $5,000 for projects aimed at the conservation of birds within the Neotropical region. The grant program is divided into three categories: Small grants (up to $1,500) and Medium grants (up to $3,000) for direct conservation actions or conservation research, restricted to residents or nationals of countries within the Neotropics; and the Juan Mazar Barnett award (up to $5,000) is designated for early-career conservationists and researchers, honoring projects that exhibit a blend of technical expertise with a deep passion for bird conservation, reminiscent of Juan’s legacy. This program underlines the importance of local contributions to conservation efforts, encouraging those who reside in the region to advance the preservation of its avian species.