Department of Commerce
The Department of Commerce offers grants to boost economic growth, innovation, and trade through various programs.
Get Funding: Conserve Endangered Species & Grow Your State!
State agencies partnered with NOAA Fisheries can receive grants to fund crucial conservation efforts for endangered and threatened marine species. This funding supports management, research, and outreach to protect vulnerable populations and their habitats.
Get Funding to Boost Climate Resilience & Innovation
If your business is focused on climate science, risk assessment, or resilience solutions, this grant can fund your innovative projects. Secure funding to advance climate understanding and develop user-driven outcomes for critical areas like coastal inundation and water resources.
Get Grants for Marine Mammal Rescue & Research
Are you a member of the National Marine Mammal Stranding Network? This grant from NOAA funds your essential work in responding to, treating, and researching stranded marine mammals, supporting critical data collection and facility operations.
Get Funding for Gulf & Atlantic Fisheries Research
Are you a commercial or recreational fisherman in the Gulf of Mexico, South Atlantic, or Caribbean? This program offers financial assistance to partner with researchers and improve fisheries management, boosting industry sustainability.
Unlock Grant Funding for Census Research & Innovation
Are you a researcher or organization focused on privacy, social media data, or online panel recruitment? The U.S. Census Bureau is offering cooperative agreements to fund projects that advance their research and methodology.
Unlock Funding for Tuna Research & Fisheries Management
Are you involved in Atlantic bluefin tuna research or fisheries management? This grant from the Department of Commerce supports scientific advancements to improve bluefin tuna conservation and management, especially concerning population mixing and movement. Advance your understanding and contribute to international conservation efforts.
Unlock Funding for Great Lakes Environmental Education
Are you an educator or non-profit focused on Great Lakes watershed education? This grant supports high-quality environmental programs for students and teachers, fostering innovation and capacity building in the region.
Grant Money for Bay Area Environmental Education Programs!
Are you an organization in California's Bay, Monterey, or Santa Barbara watersheds? This grant offers funding to enhance environmental education programs for students and provide professional development for teachers.
Get Grants for Fisheries Science & Ocean Research
Are you involved in fisheries science or marine resources? This program funds initiatives to recruit students, enhance university teaching, and advance critical research in population dynamics, aligning with NOAA's coastal and ocean resource management goals.
Get Funding for Marine Mammal & Monk Seal Recovery Projects
Nonprofits and researchers can apply for funding to support critical conservation efforts for endangered Hawaiian monk seals and marine mammal stranding responses across the Hawaiian Islands. This program aims to protect and recover these vital ocean species.
Protect Marine Ecosystems: Get Funding for Conservation!
This grant from NOAA is for organizations working to protect and manage newly designated Marine National Monuments. Funding supports projects that align with management plans for preserving healthy coral reefs and marine life.
Fund Your Sea Turtle Conservation Projects in the Pacific
This grant is for organizations and researchers focused on conserving and protecting listed sea turtle species within the Pacific Islands Region. Funding is available to support specific programmatic activities for the management and protection of these vulnerable marine animals.
Get Funding for Ocean Exploration & Tech
Businesses and researchers can secure funding for innovative ocean exploration projects, including deep-sea mapping, sustainable resource management, and advanced marine technology development. This opportunity supports the discovery and characterization of underwater resources and cultural heritage within U.S. waters.
Get Funding: Business Growth for Minority Entrepreneurs
Minority-owned businesses can apply for grants to support strategic growth and development initiatives. This funding from the Minority Business Development Agency aims to advance your business goals and mission.
Get Funding to Grow Your Minority Business!
Minority-owned businesses can apply for funding through the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) to support special projects and programs aligned with their strategic goals. This initiative aims to provide discretionary federal assistance to fuel business growth and innovation.
Fund Your Women of Color Business Dream!
Calling all women of color entrepreneurs! This grant from the Department of Commerce offers funding to support your business's growth and special projects. It's designed to fuel your enterprise and advance the mission of minority business development.
Unlock Ocean Mapping Funds for Coastal Innovation
Institutions of higher learning are invited to lead national centers for ocean and coastal mapping research, focusing on applied hydrography and disaster response. This funding supports NOAA's mission to create resilient coastal communities and ensure safe marine transportation.
Unlock Ocean Mapping Funds: Grants for Research Institutions
Higher education institutions can partner with NOAA to operate a Joint Hydrographic Center, advancing ocean mapping and resource understanding through research and development.
Unlock Coastal Innovation Funding for Your Business
This program offers special project funding to Sea Grant Programs, enabling them to develop innovative solutions for coastal communities. Businesses can partner with eligible Sea Grant entities to leverage this funding for research and development opportunities.
Get Funding to Save Pacific Salmon & Their Habitats
This program offers grants to states and federally-recognized tribes in Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California, and Nevada. Funds are available to restore salmon populations and their habitats, especially for listed threatened or endangered species or those vital for treaty fishing rights.