Apply Now: SCB Marine Grant Opportunities for 2025 – Deadline January 15th

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Dear SCB Marine Members,

We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the SCB Marine Grant Programs for 2025. These grants support innovative projects advancing marine conservation education, research, policy, and Indigenous-led stewardship worldwide.

Two Grant Categories Available:

1. Education, Research & Policy for Marine Science and Conservation Grants Grant Amount: $1,000–$1,500 USD

These grants support projects in three key areas:

• Education – Introducing students and communities to ocean sciences and conservation practices
• Research – Generating new knowledge, tools, and approaches for effective marine conservation
• Policy – Strengthening the translation of scientific evidence into management and governance

Eligible applicants include educators, researchers, practitioners, Indigenous groups, and K–12 school groups (students must be supervised by an adult). Priority given to first-time applicants and those demonstrating capacity to complete the proposed work.

2. Indigenous Marine Conservation & Cultural Preservation Grants Grant Amount: Up to $5,000 USD

These grants support Indigenous-led projects advancing marine conservation, cultural preservation, and the intergenerational transfer of traditional ecological knowledge. Projects must be Indigenous-led and directly connected to marine or coastal conservation, cultural heritage, or community stewardship.

Eligible applicants include Indigenous communities, tribes, nations, organizations, knowledge holders, elders, youth groups, and Indigenous-led partnerships.

Important Details:

• Application Deadline: January 15, 2026, 11:59 PM (EST for Category 1; PST for Category 2)
• Award Notifications: 6-8 weeks (early 2026)
• Funds Dispersed: Early 2026
• Funding Period: 12 months (Category 1); 12-24 months (Category 2)

Not Eligible: Travel to conferences, professional membership fees, or tuition

Questions? For more information and the application form, visit the SCB Marine Website here. Please send an email to scbmari...@gmail.com with 'MarineGrants2025' in the subject line.

Accessibility: Guidelines available in large print, audio, Braille, or colored background upon request.

We look forward to supporting your marine conservation work!

The SCB Marine Board