Marine Conservation Grants for Nonprofits 2026

Marine Conservation Grants for Nonprofits

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 44 Marine Conservation Grants for Nonprofits — 5 open right now, across 26 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1.5K to $150M. The next application deadline is November 14, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

44total grants

5open now

26agencies

$1.5K–$150Mfunding range

Nov 14next deadline

OPEN 26 days left Hard to apply

Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Pacific Northwest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)

Freshwater aquatic habitats in the Northwest sustain native fish such as bull trout, salmon, and lamprey that are important to the region's food economy, outdoor recreation,…

🏛 Geological Survey 📋 CFDA 15.808 ⏰ Nov 14, 2026 💰 $1 – $360,000

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OPEN 42 days left Hard to apply

F26AS00023 FY2026 Prescott Marine Mammal Rescue and Response Grant Program

The John H. Prescott Marine Mammal Rescue and Response Grant Program (Prescott program) provides financial assistance to eligible marine mammal stranding participants and stranding network collaborators…

🏛 Fish and Wildlife Service 📋 CFDA 15.683 ⏰ Nov 30, 2026 💰 up to $150,000

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OPEN Hard to apply

SEFSC Bluefin Tuna Research Program

The objective of the program is to provide a basis for advancing science-based fisheries management for Atlantic bluefin tuna. Such advancement will depend upon improvements in…

🏛 DOC NOAA - ERA Production 📋 CFDA 11.058 ⏰ Dec 31, 2026 💰 $25,000 – $300,000

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OPEN Hard to apply

National Bycatch Reduction Engineering Program (BREP) – FY2026/27

This grant program provides competitive grants to non-Federal researchers working to benefit U.S. fishermen and fisheries, including aquaculture, through the development of improved fishing practices and…

🏛 DOC NOAA - ERA Production 📋 CFDA 11.452 ⏰ Jan 22, 2027 💰 $50,000 – $400,000

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OPEN Moderate to apply

2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program

This announcement supports Executive Order 14276, Restoring America’s Seafood Competitiveness, by soliciting projects that support: workforce development for marine-related professions in marine science, aquaculture/mariculture, and maritime…

🏛 DOC NOAA - ERA Production 📋 CFDA 11.455 ⏰ May 1, 2028 💰 $15,000 – $75,000

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Frequently asked questions

How many marine conservation grants for nonprofits are available?

Grantoria currently lists 44 marine conservation grants for nonprofits, of which 5 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).

When is the next deadline?

The next application deadline is November 14, 2026 — about 26 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.

How much funding is available?

Award sizes range from $1.5K to $150M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.

Is Grantoria free to use?

Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse marine conservation grants for nonprofits, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.

How do I apply?

Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Pacific Northwest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)

F26AS00023 FY2026 Prescott Marine Mammal Rescue and Response Grant Program

SEFSC Bluefin Tuna Research Program

National Bycatch Reduction Engineering Program (BREP) – FY2026/27

2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program

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