Department of Commerce
The Department of Commerce offers grants to boost economic growth, innovation, and trade through various programs.
Get Funding for Estuary Protection & Research
Coastal states and universities can secure funds for acquiring land and building facilities to protect and study vital estuarine research reserves. This program supports the NERRS mission to enhance long-term protection and provide sustainable facilities for research and education.
Get Funding for Coastal Land & Facility Projects!
Are you a designated Reserve agency or university in a coastal state? This program offers funding for land acquisition and construction projects to protect and enhance estuarine research and education areas.
Get Funding: Boost Native American Business Growth
American Indian and Alaska Native-owned businesses can receive consulting services to secure increased financing and contracts, creating and retaining jobs. This opportunity funds operators of MBDA Business Centers who will provide these vital services.
Unlock Ocean Data Funding: Up to $1.5M for Coastal Businesses
This grant funds businesses focused on improving ocean and coastal carbon monitoring systems to provide crucial data for decision-making. Eligible projects can receive up to $1.5 million over three years to enhance real-time data delivery and forecasting of ocean acidification.
Get Funding for Coastal Science Research
This program invites businesses and organizations to apply for funding to research the social, cultural, and economic impacts of harmful algal blooms. Secure grants to develop solutions and protect our coastlines.
Get $1.5M for Bay Fisheries Research & Restoration
Fisheries-focused businesses and researchers can secure up to $1.5 million to study climate change impacts or innovative restoration methods for Chesapeake Bay resources. This funding supports science-based management options and ecosystem resilience, prioritizing projects with near-term application.
Secure Grants: Protect Coastal Land & Build Facilities
Coastal organizations and universities can get funding to acquire land and construct facilities that support crucial estuarine research and education. This program helps protect vital coastal areas and enhance educational resources for the public.
Unlock Funding: Advance Coastal Research & Save Marine Life
This program offers funding to businesses and researchers focused on understanding and mitigating the impacts of ocean hypoxia. Secure grants of up to $400,000 annually to drive innovative solutions for healthier marine ecosystems.
Unlock Ocean Exploration Funds: Up to $1.5M for U.S. Waters
This funding from the Department of Commerce is for businesses and organizations aiming to explore and understand poorly understood deep ocean regions within U.S. waters. Projects can focus on scientific discovery, resource identification, and advancing technologies like AI and uncrewed systems to benefit the economy, health, and security of the nation.
Fund Your Coastal Research & Education Projects!
Coastal states and universities can get funding for land acquisition and construction to protect and enhance estuarine research reserves. This program supports projects that strengthen research, education, and facility development for vital coastal ecosystems.
Get Up To $500K for Coastal Ocean Research
Calling all researchers! Secure up to $500,000 annually for groundbreaking projects exploring the links between ocean acidification and harmful algal blooms. This funding, available through NOAA, aims to advance critical understanding and solutions for our coastal ecosystems.
Get Funding for Coral Reef Fishery Management
Regional Fishery Management Councils can access funds to boost scientific understanding and develop innovative strategies for conserving vital coral reef fisheries. This initiative supports sustainable practices to protect biodiversity and ecosystem health for long-term benefit.
Unlock $1.5M for Innovative Aquaculture Growth
Are you a business exploring groundbreaking aquaculture ventures? The Department of Commerce is offering up to $1.5 million to fund your innovative projects, from new species and technologies to community engagement and business planning.
Get $$$ for Coastal Habitat Restoration Projects
Are you involved in coastal and marine habitat restoration? This grant from the Department of Commerce can fund your projects designed to recover threatened species and support sustainable fisheries. Projects can include feasibility studies, design, or full implementation of restoration efforts.
Get Up To $1.5M For Marine Debris Research
Non-profits and research institutions focused on ocean health can get funding to study the impacts of marine debris and its removal. This grant supports innovative research to understand ecological risks, movement, and habitat restoration.
Get Funding to Prevent Ocean Pollution!
Nonprofits and government agencies can secure funding to launch projects that change public behavior and stop marine debris before it pollutes our oceans. This grant supports initiatives focused on prevention through education and active engagement, not removal.
Unlock $1.5M for Coastal Restoration Projects!
Coastal and marine businesses can get funding to restore habitats and boost fish populations, helping endangered and managed species recover. This grant supports ecosystem-based projects with measurable impacts, ranging from $100,000 up to $1.5 million.
Get $1.5M for Marine Debris Research
Are you an eligible organization focused on marine environments? Secure up to $1.5 million in funding from the NOAA Marine Debris Program to conduct groundbreaking research on the ecological risks, exposure levels, and fate of marine debris.
Get Funding for Coral Reef Fishery Management
This grant offers funding to Regional Fishery Management Councils to research, develop, and implement strategies for conserving and sustainably managing coral reef fisheries. Secure resources to protect vital marine ecosystems and ensure the long-term health of your fishery resources.
Unlock Funding for Coral Reef Conservation Projects
This grant is for Regional Fishery Management Councils seeking funding to conserve and manage coral reef fisheries through improved scientific information, stakeholder collaboration, and ecosystem-based management. Awards can range from $125,000 to $500,000 annually to support three-year projects.