The Ohio Cichlid Association’s Jim Smith Endowment Fund aims to uphold and advance the legacy of Jim Smith by supporting endeavors in cichlid or catfish research, education, or conservation, reflective of the commitment and passion Jim Smith had in these areas.
The grant is designed to provide financial support to individuals or projects dedicated to the research, education, or conservation of cichlids or catfish. This initiative seeks to encourage and facilitate work in fields that were important to Jim Smith, ensuring his contributions and interests in aquatic life continue to have a lasting impact.