Marine Debris Program
About This Grant
Grants for prevention, removal, and research of marine debris, including community-based cleanups, derelict fishing gear removal, and debris monitoring.
Grant Summary
Marine Debris Program is a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration grant providing $25K to $500K for nonprofit, university, municipality. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- Eligible org types: nonprofit, university, municipality
Requirements
- See program NOFO for full requirements
How to Apply
$25K–$500K
Rolling / Open
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Marine Debris Program from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration before the deadline.
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Marine Debris Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Marine Debris Program?
Marine Debris Program is offered by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and is generally open to nonprofit, university, municipality. It is available across 29 states. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Marine Debris Program provide?
Marine Debris Program provides between $25K and $500K per award from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Marine Debris Program deadline?
Marine Debris Program accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.
How do you apply for the Marine Debris Program?
To apply for Marine Debris Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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