RASGAP, funded by the California Ocean Protection Council, supports research that informs California’s coastal and ocean management through state-matched Sea Grant funding.
Funder: California Ocean Protection Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full proposal) | April 2027 (Preliminary proposal)
Funding Amounts: State funding match for federally supported Sea Grant research; typical amounts vary by project and federal allocation.
Summary: Supports scientific research that informs California’s coastal and ocean management and policy through annual collaboration with Sea Grant programs.
Key Information: This is a forecasted grant; all dates are projected—confirm on the program website before applying.
The Resources Agency Sea Grant Advisory Panel (RASGAP), convened by the California Ocean Protection Council (OPC), provides essential state funding to match federal Sea Grant support for research that addresses California’s coastal and ocean management and policy priorities. RASGAP is legislatively mandated and includes representatives from various state agencies, academia, industry, and legislative bodies. The panel collaborates closely with California Sea Grant and USC Sea Grant, ensuring funded projects are aligned with the state’s management needs and policy objectives. Research supported by RASGAP is intended to directly benefit California’s people and advance the stewardship, resilience, and sustainable use of marine and coastal resources.