2026-2027 Grant Guidelines
The Curtis & Edith Munson Foundation's 2026-2027 grant supports research and conservation projects focused on marine resources and ecosystems in targeted US regions and the Caribbean Basin.
Funder: Curtis & Edith Munson Foundation
Due Dates: September 11, 2026 (Letter of inquiry) | April 2, 2027 (Letter of inquiry)
Funding Amounts: ~$1.6M total annually; typical grants $10,000–$40,000 (average $15,000–$20,000); 1:1 matching required for most awards
Summary: Supports conservation and environmental initiatives in eastern North America and the Caribbean Basin, with a focus on marine resources, South Florida, Alabama, and the D.C. Metro area.
Key Information: Site-specific grants only in South Florida and Alabama; no unsolicited proposals—letter of inquiry required.
Description
The Curtis & Edith Munson Foundation provides funding to nonprofit organizations for projects focused on the conservation of natural resources in eastern North America and the Caribbean Basin, with a strong emphasis on the United States. The Foundation prioritizes marine resource conservation (especially fisheries), ecosystem protection in South Florida, environmental initiatives in Alabama, and environmental concerns in the D.C. Metro area. The grant program is highly focused and competitive, aiming to support impactful, well-defined projects that align with the Foundation’s mission of environmental stewardship and resource preservation.
