TK Foundation Grant: Maritime Grant

The TK Foundation Grant for Maritime projects aims to enhance maritime safety and support disadvantaged youth through funding initiatives. Established in 2002, the foundation has allocated over $46 million to non-profits focused on maritime education, health, and heritage. Interested applicants must be registered charities or non-profits addressing priority areas, including youth development. This grant encourages innovative projects that align with the foundation's mission to improve the maritime realm and foster community growth.

NOTE: Applicants should contact the Maritime Program Officer to discuss any potential project or grant. If we think the proposal fits within one or more of the key focus areas and might be something the Foundation might support, you will be invited to complete a Letter of Inquiry Form (available from the Maritime Program Officer). This collects basic information regarding the organisation, more details on the project or grant proposal (including an outline of project costs and duration; what the project is seeking to achieve (outcomes), and how the project might fit within the overall aims and program objectives (focus areas) of the TK Foundation. When we have received this information, a report is prepared for the Managing Director and (depending upon the size of the request) a Grants Sub-Committee of the Board and they decide whether the grant should be awarded, declined or – if felt necessary - proceed to a more detailed assessment (Full Proposal).
Initial Contact - An applicant should contact the Maritime Program Officer.Letter of Inquiry -  This invite-only deadline represents when the Letter of Inquiry is due.Full - Proposal  -  This step isn't always requested. The Board will decide whether the proposal should proceed to Full Proposal. The ‘Full Proposal’ form provides more detailed information to assist TKF Directors to make a final decision regarding the project.
Grant Philosophy
Since its inception in 2002, The TK Foundation has awarded over $46 million in grants to non-profit organizations and projects to improve the maritime realm and the lives of disadvantaged youth.
Maritime Focus
The TK Foundation promotes knowledge of the seas and oceans, and strengthens maritime safety and security for the betterment of all. We do this by supporting programs that include:

• Maritime education and training
• Maritime activities that benefit disadvantaged populations
• Seafarer health, safety, and welfareMaritime heritage and collaboration

Eligibility

The program is open to applications from registered charities and non-profit organisations and the program has prioritized one of the five key focus areas.Please note that all grantseeking organizations must meet the following minimum criteria in order to be considered for a grant from The TK Foundation:Must be a registered non-profit organization
Must be seeking funding within our priority areas of Youth Development or Maritime
Must serve the community without discrimination on the basis of age, color, citizenship, disability, disabled veteran status, gender, race, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation
Must keep records and documents available for regular independent audits
Must comply with applicable laws regarding registration and reporting