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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Atlantic Sturgeon Population & Habitat Use to Inform Infrastructure Improvements (RFP 6030) Grant New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Atlantic Sturgeon Population & Habitat Use initiative by NYSERDA aims to gather data on Atlantic sturgeon in New York City waterways.	Not published	Up to $1M
WHOI Postdoctoral Scholar Program Grant Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) · Foundation Not published · $71K The WHOI Postdoctoral Scholar Program offers 18-month scholarships aimed at advancing research careers in ocean science and engineering. Candidates must hold a doctoral degree obtained within three years prior to the start date.	Not published	$71K
Aylesworth Scholarship Award Grant Florida Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $3K The Aylesworth Scholarship Award, offered by the Florida Sea Grant, supports full-time students at Florida universities conducting marine science research.	Not published	$3K
Henry Hall Summer Scholars National Aquarium Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A free summer camp program for Baltimore City youth that provides hands-on learning experiences in conservation-themed environments across the United States.	Not published	Varies
Pacific Islands Indigenous Science Competition Grant Hawai‘i Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The 2025 Pacific Islands Indigenous Science Competition, hosted by Hawai‘i Sea Grant, invites proposals that center Indigenous methodologies for co-managing coastal and marine resources.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Cecelia Connelly Memorial Graduate Scholarships in Underwater Archaeology Grant Women Divers Hall of Fame · Foundation Not published · $3K The Cecelia Connelly Memorial Graduate Scholarships in Underwater Archaeology, offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame, support women pursuing accredited graduate studies in underwater archaeology.	Not published	$3K
Stanley Gray Fellowship Grant Marine Alliance for Science and Technology for Scotland · Foundation Not published · £2,000 The Stanley Gray Fellowship supports exceptional candidates pursuing significant research at the Doctorate or post-Doctorate level in marine engineering, science, and technology.	Not published	£2,000
California Sea Grant State Fellowship California Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $61K The California Sea Grant State Fellowship Program offers graduate students a unique chance to engage in coastal and marine resource management in California.	Not published	$61K
ORRAA Canadian-Funded Project Grants (First Wave) Ocean Risk and Resilience Action Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $400K	Not published	$10K – $400K
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program Mote Marine Laboratory Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Clayton Bond Auman Maritime Scholarship Grant Southcoast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies As a tax-exempt, public charity, the SouthCoast Community Foundation offers donors the guidance and flexibility to fulfill their philanthropic goals.	Not published	Varies
NH Sea Grant Program Development Funding New Hampshire Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $1K – $8K The NH Sea Grant Program Development Funding offers flexible financial support for innovative projects that align with coastal and marine priorities.	Not published	$1K – $8K
Farallon Islands Foundation Grant Farallon Islands Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Farallon Islands Foundation Grant supports projects focused on island and ocean conservation, including research, maintenance, and public education. Grants typically range from $5,000 to $10,000.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Woods Hole Sea Grant Biennial Request for Proposals Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Sea Grant is inviting proposals for innovative two-year research projects aimed at addressing coastal issues in Massachusetts.	Not published	Up to $250K
Shark Conservation Fund Small Grant Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Shark Conservation Fund (SCF) offers small grants of up to $25,000 to advance shark and ray conservation efforts.	Not published	Up to $25K
Pure Ocean Challenges Call for Projects Grant Pure Ocean Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to €80,000 Pure Ocean invites innovative projects focused on marine conservation through its 2025 Call for Projects. This initiative emphasizes sustainable practices, engaging local communities, and exploring nature-based solutions.	Not published	Up to €80,000
Fisheries and Offshore Wind Interactions Request for Proposals Grant Northeast Sea Grant Consortium · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K The Northeast Sea Grant Consortium and NOAA’s Northeast Fisheries Science Center invite proposals to explore the interactions between fishing communities and offshore wind development in the U.S. Northeast.	Not published	Up to $400K
OPCFHK Conservation Funding Grant Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The OPCFHK Conservation Funding program aims to ensure the survival of threatened Asian wildlife, particularly the giant panda and Chinese white dolphin.	Not published	Up to $1M
The Sitka Alaska Permanent Charitable Trust Grant Sitka AK Permanent Charit Tr-Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sitka Alaska Permanent Charitable Trust, established in 1995, offers grants to support cultural programs, community betterment, and educational initiatives related to the marine and terrestrial ecosystems of Sitka.	Not published	Varies
TYCF Grant Tahoe Yacht Club Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tahoe Yacht Club Foundation (TYCF) is dedicated to preserving the Lake Tahoe marine environment and supporting local organizations.	Not published	Varies
Sea Turtle Grants Program Florida State Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sea Turtle Grants Program provides funding for research, education, and conservation programs to benefit sea turtles in Florida.	Not published	Varies
Maine Sea Grant Biennial Request for Proposals Maine Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Maine Sea Grant Biennial Request for Proposals aims to fund diverse research projects that connect Maine's scientific expertise with the needs of coastal communities.	Not published	Up to $150K
NH Sea Grant: Major funding RFP New Hampshire Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The NH Sea Grant is inviting proposals for research funding of up to $100K per year for projects addressing key focus areas such as sustainable fisheries, coastal ecosystems, and aquaculture.	Not published	Up to $100K
Oceans and Human Health Graduate Scholarship Grant Women Divers Hall of Fame · Foundation Not published · $3K The Oceans and Human Health Graduate Scholarship offers $2,500 to eligible graduate students researching the impact of human activity on ocean health.	Not published	$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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