Sarasota Bay Estuary Grant Program

The Sarasota Bay Estuary Grant Program offers competitive awards up to $10,000 for projects in the Sarasota Bay watershed, focusing on habitat restoration, water quality improvement, and community engagement. With a priority on addressing climate change and resilience, the program encourages innovative solutions to combat rising sea levels and changing weather patterns. Projects that align with these goals are highly encouraged, even if they extend beyond the listed priorities.

Sarasota Bay Partners Grants
Sarasota Bay Partners Grants are competitive awards (up to $10,000 in 2022) for projects in the Sarasota Bay watershed that promote habitat and water quality restoration, environmental education, community involvement, and stewardship to improve the overall quality of Sarasota Bay and its tributaries.
2026 Priority Points: Power in Partnerships
To promote local collaboration and strengthen community bonds, the Sarasota Bay Partners Grant Committee has identified "Power in Partnerships" as the priority theme for 2026. Applicants who partner with one or more local, non-commercial organizations, such as nonprofits, grassroots programs, or youth groups, will receive an additional 5 points toward their overall application score. To qualify, your application must clearly explain how your project aligns with this theme and describe why the partnership is significant to the success of your project. Projects do not have to meet the priority theme to be considered for funding.