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Recurring annual NY Sea Grant/NOAA program; 2026 cycle closed March 27, 2026 — watch for next round.
New York Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Program is a grant from New York Sea Grant, a NOAA-funded program, that supports projects advancing the Great Lakes Action Agenda and aligning with community plans addressing environmental challenges in New York's Great Lakes basin. Budget requests may not exceed $40,000 with no match required.
Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, county and local governments, Indian nations recognized by New York State or the federal government, and public agencies. The 2026 application deadline was March 27, 2026, and all proposals must be submitted electronically as a single PDF.
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_Image credits: Western New York Land Conservancy (2019), Onondaga Environmental Institute (2019)_ ### 2026 Request for Proposals The 2026 application period for New York’s Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Program is now open!
New York Sea Grant is accepting proposals for projects that advance the Great Lakes Action Agenda and align with a locally supported community plan to address environmental challenges in New York’s Great Lakes basin. The **2026 Request for Proposals (RFP)** outlines all eligibility requirements, funding priorities, and submission guidelines. Please read the RFP carefully before putting together your proposal.
Applications that fail to follow the guidelines outlined in the RFP will not be considered. 📅 Application Deadline: **March 27, 2026, at 4:30 PM** * Projects must align with an approved local community plan (e.g., Watershed Management Plan, Hazard Mitigation Plan, etc.). * Proposals must align with at least one Great Lakes Action Agenda goal and associated metric(s).
* Budget requests may not exceed $40,000 (no match required). * All proposals must be submitted electronically, as a single PDF, through New York Sea Grant’s application portal. Late submissions will not be accepted.
* Not-for-profit organizations * County and local governments (e.g., county departments, cities, towns, villages, etc.) * Indian nations recognized by the state or the United States with a reservation wholly or partly within the boundaries of New York State * Public agencies, such as regional planning entities, environmental commissions, and soil and water conservation districts * Educational institutions, including but not limited to public and private K-12 schools, Colleges, and Universities Accessible canoe/kayak launch installed at the foot of South Ontario St.
in the Village of Sodus Point. Image credit: Village of Sodus Point (2019) All proposals for the 2026 New York’s Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Program must be submitted through eSeaGrant, New York Sea Grant’s online application system. eSeaGrant is designed for applicants who are ready to begin a proposal.
Before creating an account with eSeaGrant, we strongly encourage you to review the full RFP, confirm eligibility, and attend the informational webinar. Once you are ready to apply, you can follow the steps below to ensure a smooth proposal submission process. ##### Step 1: Access eSeaGrant Visit the eSeaGrant portal: **https://eseagrant.
seagrant. stonybrook. edu/** * You will be taken to the eSeaGrant landing page.
##### Step 2: Create an eSeaGrant Account (New Users) * Select “_Create an Account_” on the eSeaGrant login page. * Use an email address that you check regularly. * After submitting your account information, you will receive an account verification email.
⚠️ **Important:** The verification email may be routed to your junk or spam folder. If you do not see the message in your inbox within a few minutes, please check your junk/spam folder. Once logged in to eSeaGrant: * Navigate to“_2026 New York’s Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Program_.
” * Click “_Add_”under the opportunity to begin your proposal. ##### Step 4: Complete and Submit Your Proposal * Download and review the Request for Proposals (RFP) and all required templates. * Complete all proposal components offline.
* Upload one single PDF file containing all required materials. * Submit your proposal in eSeaGrant no later than **March 27, 2026 at 4:30 PM EST**. Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted by the system.
Megan Cochran, Great Lakes Outreach Coordinator 📞 (716) 270-2490 | ✉️ mk2236@cornell. edu
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Communities and organizations in New York's Great Lakes region focused on restoration and ecosystem-based management aligned with the Great Lakes Action Agenda. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $40,000 in total costs per project. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The most recent published deadline was March 27, 2026, which has passed. This is an annual program, so a new cycle should follow. Check the funder's website for the next application window.
New York Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Program is funded by New York Sea Grant (NOAA-funded). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New York. 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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