Marine Grants

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 175 active marine grants in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 3 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 105 list an award amount, with a median of $21K.

Grants tracked: 175; from 115 funders
Median award: $21K; middle half $5,000–$100K
Total listed funding: $34.9M; across 105 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 1; 5 with a published date

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Kenneth S. Norris Career Achievement Award Society for Marine Mammalogy Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in honor of the Society's founding president, the Kenneth S. Norris Career Achievement Award recognizes exemplary lifetime contribution to science and society through research, teaching, and service in marine mammalogy.	Not published	Varies
California Sea Grant Biennial Request for Proposals California Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Varies The California Sea Grant College Program invites proposals for applied research projects aligned with its 2024-2027 Strategic Plan, focusing on Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture (SFA) and Resilient Communities and Economies (RCE).	Not published	Varies
Coral Reef Conservation Award Grant The International Coral Reef Society · Foundation Not published · $3K The Coral Reef Conservation Award recognizes significant contributions to coral reef protection, whether regionally or globally.	Not published	$3K
Florida's Coral Reef Restoration and Recovery Initiative Grant Florida Department of Environmental Protection · Foundation Not published · Varies The Florida's Coral Reef Restoration and Recovery Initiative Grant aims to support academic and private partnerships in enhancing the health of Florida's coral reefs.	Not published	Varies
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Marine Science Scholarships Palm Beach County Fishing · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Earthwatch Marine Conservation Grant Earthwatch Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We will not be soliciting research pre-proposals/proposals at this time.	Not published	Varies
College Scholarships for Florida Keys Graduating Seniors Ocean Reef Conservation Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Conservation Association awards college scholarships to graduating seniors in the Florida Keys pursuing studies in marine and environmental areas. Since inception in 2010, the organization has awarded over $500,000 in scholarships.	Not published	Varies
Environmental and Marine Grants Ocean Reef Conservation Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ocean Reef Conservation Association awards grants to nonprofits in the environmental and marine related areas. Since inception, the Conservation Association has awarded over $3,000,000 in grants.	Not published	Varies
Pacific Seabird Program RFP Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $1M The Pacific Seabird Program RFP, managed by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, invites proposals aimed at enhancing seabird conservation from 2022 to 2027.	Not published	$50K – $1M
North Pacific Research Board: Core Program Grant North Pacific Research Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The North Pacific Research Board (NPRB) invites proposals for the Core Program Grant, addressing critical fishery management and marine ecosystem needs.	Not published	Up to $20K
Great Lakes Foundation Grant Great Lakes Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Great Lakes Foundation Grant supports projects aimed at preserving wilderness areas and promoting marine safety in the Great Lakes region.	Not published	Varies
Artists, Writers and Scholars Program Grant Georgia Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Artists, Writers and Scholars Program, funded by Georgia Sea Grant, supports creative individuals in Georgia to produce art and literature that highlights the state's coastal and marine environments.	Not published	$1K – $5K
VIMS Fishery Resource Grant Program Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Virginia Fishery Resource Grant Program, managed by the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, offers funding to enhance coastal fishery resources through innovative proposals.	Not published	Varies
Lizard Island Postdoctoral Fellowships Grant Australian Museum · Foundation Not published · Up to $21K The Lizard Island Postdoctoral Fellowships, funded by the Lizard Island Reef Research Foundation, offer three awards for 2026.	Not published	Up to $21K
Turtle Trackers - Linda Zambelli Family Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Foundation Not published · Varies The Turtle Trackers - Linda Zambelli Family Scholarship Fund, established in 2025 by the Turtle Trackers Board, honors Linda Zambelli's legacy through scholarships for students pursuing higher education in Marine Biology and Environmental…	Not published	Varies
The Stephenson Explorers Advancement Program Grant Explorers Club · Foundation Not published · $10K The Stephenson Explorers Advancement Program, sponsored by The Explorers Club, supports marine exploration and conservation projects.	Not published	$10K
Core Research RFP Grant Michigan Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $220K The Michigan Sea Grant Research Program invites proposals for Core Research projects addressing critical research needs for the Great Lakes and its coastal ecosystems from 2026 to 2028.	Not published	Up to $220K
11th Hour Racing Grant 11th Hour Racing · Foundation Not published · $40K – $150K The 11th Hour Racing Grant supports initiatives aimed at restoring ocean health through local stewardship and sustainable practices. It focuses on projects that promote ocean literacy, clean technologies, and ecosystem restoration.	Not published	$40K – $150K
The Ocean Exploration and Discovery RFP Grant National Geographic Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Ocean Exploration and Discovery RFP invites early career scientists to submit proposals for ship-based research aboard the Falkor (too) in 2025.	Not published	Up to $20K
National Estuary Program Watersheds Grant Program Restore America's Estuaries · Foundation Not published · $200K – $500K The National Estuary Program Watersheds Grant Program, administered by Restore America’s Estuaries and supported by the EPA, funds competitive projects addressing critical threats to estuaries.	Not published	$200K – $500K
Coastal Wetlands Restoration Grants Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Foundation Not published · $125K – $1M National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grants The National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grants Program annually provides grants of up to $1 million to coastal and Great Lakes states, as well as U.S. territories to protect, restore and…	Not published	$125K – $1M
Oregon Sea Grant Biennial Research Competition Oregon Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $125K The Oregon Sea Grant Biennial Research Competition aims to address critical issues faced by Oregon’s coastal communities through research.	Not published	$125K
Coastal Fund (CF) Grant - Minor Funding Uc Santa Barbara Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Coastal Fund (CF) Grant provides vital funding to support projects that preserve and enhance coastal ecosystems at the University of California, Santa Barbara.	Not published	Up to $1K
IMATA Research Grant International Marine Animal Trainers' Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The IMATA Research Grant, established by the International Marine Animal Trainers Association in 2011, aims to support scientific research that enhances the humane care and handling of marine animals.	Not published	Up to $3K

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About marine grants

Marine grants fund ocean and coastal conservation, habitat restoration, fisheries, and resilience projects. NOAA Fisheries is a primary federal funder through programs like its Coastal and Marine Habitat Restoration and community-based restoration grants, frequently partnering with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) on coastal resilience. Nonprofits, tribes, universities, and coastal governments are typical applicants.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do marine grants award?

Of the 175 marine grants Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 105 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $21K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $100K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most marine grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Women Divers Hall of Fame (7), Palm Beach County Fishing (6), National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (5), Hawai‘i Sea Grant (4), and Gary E Milgard Family Foundation- (3). In all, 115 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are marine grants due?

Of 175 grants listed, 1 accept applications on a rolling basis, 5 have a published upcoming deadline, 23 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 146 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for marine and coastal projects?

Funding supports coastal and marine habitat restoration, living shorelines, coral reef and fish passage work, and coastal resilience. NOAA Fisheries administers habitat restoration and resilience grant programs, and the National Coastal Resilience Fund, run with NFWF, supports community projects across coastal states and territories. Larger restoration awards can require substantial scope and matching contributions.

Does NOAA fund marine conservation?

Yes. NOAA Fisheries funds coastal and marine habitat restoration, community-based restoration, and large transformational restoration and resilience efforts. It also partners with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation on the National Coastal Resilience Fund. Eligible applicants generally include nonprofits, tribes, academic institutions, and governments.

Who else funds marine nonprofits?

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation co-funds major coastal resilience efforts with NOAA, and private funders such as the Walton Family Foundation support fisheries innovation. State coastal programs, Sea Grant, and ocean-focused private foundations provide additional avenues. Coastal projects often combine federal grants with private match to reach their full budgets.

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