Program Development Funds
Maryland Sea Grant offers small grants for innovative coastal and marine science research, outreach, or education projects relevant to Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay.
Funder: Maryland Sea Grant
Due Dates: Rolling, until funding expended
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per award; most awards are less than $10,000; no matching funds required.
Summary: Supports small, innovative research, outreach, or education projects in coastal and marine science relevant to Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay.
Key Information: Highly competitive; funds are limited and distributed judiciously.
Description
The Program Development Funds from Maryland Sea Grant provide small, targeted grants to support new research, outreach, or education initiatives in watershed, coastal, and marine science. Projects must be relevant to the Chesapeake Bay region or Maryland’s coastal areas, and should align with the Maryland Sea Grant Strategic Plan. The program aims to stimulate innovative projects and serve as a springboard for larger grant applications. Funding may also be used for workshops, conferences, publications, and educational opportunities that connect science to diverse audiences, with a strong emphasis on outreach and impact beyond academia.
