Funder: National Geographic Society
Due Dates: October 3, 2025 (11:59 PM EDT)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 (Level I) or up to $100,000 (Level II); typical Level II awards $50,000–$75,000; 1–2 year project durations.
Summary: Supports innovative projects for the conservation, restoration, or research of blue forest coastal ecosystems, emphasizing community involvement and urgent action against ecosystem loss.
Key Information: Science-focused proposals only; projects must relate to blue forests (mangroves, salt marshes, kelp forests, seagrass meadows).