2025-2026 Grant Program
Supports science-based conservation projects focused on marine resources, South Florida, Alabama, and select areas in eastern North America and the Caribbean.
Funder: Curtis & Edith Munson Foundation
Due Dates: April 3, 2026 | September 11, 2026 (Letters of inquiry deadlines; annual cycle)
Funding Amounts: ~$1,200,000 total annually; typical grants $10,000–$40,000 (average $15,000–$20,000), 1-year duration
Summary: Supports conservation projects focused on marine resources, South Florida, Alabama, and select D.C. Metro organizations in eastern North America and the Caribbean.
Key Information: Initial contact is by letter of inquiry only; most grants require 1:1 match and board giving confirmation.
Description
The Curtis & Edith Munson Foundation's grant program provides funding for projects focused on the conservation of natural resources in eastern North America and the Caribbean Basin, with a particular emphasis on the United States. The Foundation prioritizes marine resource conservation (especially fisheries), South Florida ecosystems, and Alabama environmental issues. Environmental initiatives in the D.C. Metro area and population/environment projects are supported by invitation only. Grants are intended to protect and manage vital habitats and resources, with site-specific support limited to South Florida and Alabama. The program emphasizes restricted, matching grants to organizations with active, financially supportive boards.
