Department of Commerce
The Department of Commerce offers grants to boost economic growth, innovation, and trade through various programs.
Get Funding to Boost Your Weather & Climate Forecasting!
This grant is for operational meteorologists and hydrologists worldwide looking to enhance their skills through collaborative training and education. Funds aim to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of weather, water, and climate forecasting and warnings.
Salmon Funding: Restore Pacific Coast Ecosystems & Businesses
Are you a business or tribe in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, California, or Alaska? This fund offers grants for projects that restore Pacific salmon populations and their vital habitats.
Unlock Funding & Growth: MBDA Business Center Program
Minority Business Enterprises can get expert advice and support to secure more financing and contracts, boosting their business and creating jobs. This program funds centers dedicated to helping your business thrive.
Get Funding to Boost Tornado Safety & Forecasting!
This grant from the Department of Commerce supports research into tornado behavior and public response in the Southeast U.S., aiming to improve forecasting and safety. Businesses and researchers contributing to this vital scientific advancement can receive funding for their efforts.
Get Funding for Weather Tech & Storm Prediction R&D
This grant from the Department of Commerce supports businesses developing advanced storm-scale modeling and integrated water prediction technologies. Fund your research and development to improve weather forecasting and preparedness over the next 1-2 years.
Get Funding for Salmon Recovery Projects!
Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, California, Alaska, and Pacific Coast tribes can receive funding for projects that restore Pacific salmon populations and their habitats. This initiative aims to protect threatened or endangered salmon, support tribal fishing rights, and preserve native subsistence fishing.
Boost Your Business: International Trade Grants
If you're a U.S. organization focused on global trade, apply for funds to boost international sales and create opportunities for American workers and companies. This program supports efforts to strengthen industry competitiveness and ensure fair trade practices abroad.
Get Funding to Protect Alaska's Marine Mammals!
Alaska Native Organizations with co-management agreements can apply for funds to support conservation and sustainable use of marine mammals. This funding helps with research, monitoring, and outreach related to subsistence species.
Get Grants: Fund Your Sea-Focused Projects!
Sea Grant Programs can secure funding for innovative projects that align with their strategic focus areas, encouraging research and initiatives not typically covered by national competitions. This opportunity aims to support special projects that advance marine science and stewardship.
Get Funding for Environmental Education Projects
This grant from the Department of Commerce supports K-12 environmental education initiatives in the Pacific Northwest, offering funding for student learning experiences and teacher professional development.
Get Grants for Economic Development & Job Creation
This program helps regional organizations, Indian Tribes, and educational institutions secure funding to create comprehensive economic development plans and conduct studies. The goal is to build capacity, boost regional prosperity, and create high-quality jobs, especially in distressed areas.
Get Funding for Your Fisheries Business Growth!
This program offers grants for businesses involved in fisheries to support innovative projects, research, policy, and outreach that align with international cooperation goals. It's a chance to secure funding for unique initiatives not covered by other programs.
Secure Funding for Weather Tech & Forecasting Innovation
Commercial organizations can secure funding to accelerate the transition of advanced weather forecasting research into operational systems. This initiative aims to improve weather prediction models and data assimilation for more accurate forecasts and warnings.
Unlock Funding for Advanced Weather Forecasting
Institutions of higher education and federally funded educational institutions can apply for funding to accelerate critical weather forecasting research and improve operational accuracy. This initiative aims to enhance global and regional weather prediction models, data assimilation, and hurricane forecasting techniques.
Get Funding for Hawaii Wildlife Conservation Projects
Non-profits and educational institutions in Hawaii are invited to apply for grants supporting endangered Hawaiian monk seal recovery and marine mammal stranding response efforts.
Get Grants for Bay Education Projects
Nonprofits and educational institutions can get funding to create hands-on environmental education programs focused on the Chesapeake Bay watershed for K-12 students and educators.
Get Grants for Business Growth & Minority-Owned Firms
Minority business owners can access grants to receive expert consulting and business development services. This funding aims to increase financing, contracts, and job creation for your business.
Get Funding to Protect Great Lakes Coastal Land!
Great Lakes states can secure grants to acquire and conserve valuable coastal and estuarine lands, protecting their natural beauty and ecological importance. This funding aims to preserve these areas from development and advance Great Lakes restoration goals.
Unlock Federal Funds: Boost Your Business Growth!
This grant funds research to create tools that simplify accessing and understanding federal economic development programs for communities. Businesses can benefit by gaining clearer pathways to crucial resources and support for their growth objectives.
Get Funding for Air Quality Tech & Forecasting
Businesses involved in air quality research and development can receive funding to advance forecasting capabilities for ozone and PM2.5. This investment aims to significantly improve NOAA's operational predictions over the next decade.