Maine Sea Grant Program Development Funds
Forecasted
Maine Sea Grant Program Development Funds support researchers and project teams with pilot and proof-of-concept work to address Maine’s coastal issues and seed larger funding proposals.
Funder: Maine Sea Grant
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typically $1,000–$5,000 for projects lasting up to 12 months
Summary: Supports pilot projects and proof-of-concept work addressing issues relevant to Maine’s coasts and coastal communities.
Key Information: Applicants must have a Maine-based affiliation, and all project outputs must be freely available to the public.
Description
Maine Sea Grant’s Program Development Funds support pilot projects and proof-of-concept work that seed ideas for larger funding proposals. Projects must advance the program’s strategic goals and add value to its research, extension, education, and outreach efforts. Preference goes to novel methods or approaches, projects leveraging other funding and efforts, and work with potential for meaningful outcomes in Maine.
The program also provides limited support for travel, workshops, and conferences and can respond to emergency issues requiring rapid action. Its priorities include partnerships, outreach and engagement, student training, and professional development. Relevant focus areas are Coastal Ecosystems, Communities and Economies, Fisheries and Aquaculture, and Environmental Literacy and Workforce Development.
