Research Grants - Rhode Island Sea Grant support natural and social scientists and community-led projects studying coastal and marine ecosystems to improve resource understanding and management in Rhode Island.
RI-NEST Seed Grant Program supports Rhode Island academic researchers developing original, use-inspired research to address state issues, build creative partnerships, and pursue follow-on funding.
Program Development Grants support researchers and collaborators with seed funding for exploratory research, outreach, and urgent-response work aligned with Oregon Sea Grant’s strategic priorities.
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.
Ocean State Climate Adaptation and Resilience Fund Grants support public land stewards with habitat restoration and waterfront access projects to protect Rhode Island from climate hazards.
Collaborative Research Grants support Rhode Island research teams in cross-institutional projects that build research capacity, attract follow-on investment, or advance technology commercialization.