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General Program Development Funds is sponsored by Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) Sea Grant Program. These funds support small research projects, educational initiatives, and outreach efforts that align with WHOI Sea Grant's focus areas, such as coastal ecosystems and sustainable fisheries. Preference is given to projects that enhance strategic goals.
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Program Development - WHOI Sea Grant Program Development Funds Note: Program Development funds are awarded on a rolling basis as needed and applicants must be based at a Massachusetts institution to be eligible to receive funding. Program Development funds are contingent on federal budget appropriations. These funds will be provided to projects that align with WHOI Sea Grant’s strategic goals and objectives.
Preference is given to projects for which Sea Grant has a vested interest and those which leverage other resources. Although these funds can be used for workshops, conference, and travel support, less than 25% of the funds will be used in that manner with preference for research, extension, and education-related projects. Development funds are limited such that we often have many more requests for funding than we can support.
Applicants should submit their request using the program development form template. A PDF of your proposal may be attached in lieu of completing the "Project Description" box. Principal investigators must submit a two-page resume.
All application materials can be submitted electronically to seagrant-research@whoi. edu .
Proposal Evaluation Criteria Measurable impact to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Timeliness and urgency of the proposed activity Potential to leverage other funds Proof of concept for further development Commitment from other partners Fostering relationships with other partners Innovation and relevance to emerging issues Timing of decisions, distributions, and amount available Program Development proposals will be evaluated on a rolling basis as proposals are received.
The amount of funding available will vary from year to year depending on our budget allocation from NOAA Sea Grant. Program Development Proposal Form (. doc) See a list of all Program Development-funded projects
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Applicants must be based at a Massachusetts institution. Projects must align with WHOI Sea Grant strategic focus areas. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1,000 - $5,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
General Program Development Funds is funded by Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) Sea Grant Program. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Massachusetts. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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