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OPC and California Sea Grant Microplastic Research Program Request for Proposals is sponsored by California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) and California Sea Grant. This program supports research proposals focused on improving the understanding of aquatic microplastic contamination sources and ecological sensitivity, or the microplastic removal efficacy of low impact development (LID): structural best management practices.
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OPC and California Sea Grant Microplastic Research Program Request for Proposals - California Ocean Protection Council This webpage was updated on May 7, 2025 OPC and California Sea Grant Microplastic Research Program Request for Proposals The California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) and California Sea Grant are seeking applications for two separate research calls to advance microplastics understanding and management in California, consistent with the priorities outlined in the California Ocean Litter Strategy and Statewide Microplastics Strategy .
Proposals should address either: Research Call 1: Improved understanding of aquatic microplastic contamination sources and ecological sensitivity, or Research Call 2: Microplastic removal efficacy of low impact development (LID): Structural best management practices. There is a total of $1,450,000 available for this combined research solicitation to fund projects up to 2 years.
See the Request for Proposals (RFP) for detailed research priorities of this funding opportunity. California Sea Grant and OPC encourage applicants to integrate diversity and inclusion in the scientific project and/or research design.
Guided research experiences and mentorship to students, with the goal of increasing retention in STEM and launching careers in coastal science, and supporting research programs within or building research relationships with Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) are highly encouraged.
Partnerships with local community-based organizations, tribes, and impacted communities are also highly encouraged, where applicable, to inform the proposed research design and/or location(s). Letters of Intent are due on March 24, 2023 at 5:00 PM PST. Only applicants who have submitted a letter of intent may submit a full proposal.
Informational Webinar: March 7, 2023, 3:30 – 4:30 PM PT Letter of Intent (LOI) due: March 24, 2023, 5:00 PM PT Full Proposal due: May 15, 2023, 5:00 PM PT Dates are subject to change. Please refer to the RFP for the most up-to-date information. View our Marine Pollution: Plastics webpage for more information about OPC’s efforts.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Check RFP for full eligibility, but generally includes researchers and organizations. Partnerships with local community-based organizations, tribes, and impacted communities are highly encouraged. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows total of $1,450,000 available for projects up to 2 years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
OPC and California Sea Grant Microplastic Research Program Request for Proposals is funded by California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) and California Sea Grant. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant Program is a grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs that funds the acquisition and development of public parkland and outdoor recreational facilities. Eligible applicants include Massachusetts cities of any size and towns with 35,000 or more year-round residents that have an established park or recreation commission and an approved Open Space and Recreation Plan. Smaller communities may qualify under small town, regional, or statewide provisions. Awards reach up to $425,000, with a deadline of July 8, 2025. The program supports community green space, conservation, and recreational access across the Commonwealth.
Bats for the Future Fund is a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, that funds efforts to slow or halt the spread of white-nose syndrome (WNS) disease and support the recovery of affected bat populations in North America. Funded projects may address disease treatment, habitat conservation, population monitoring, or public education strategies that contribute to bat species survival. Additional support is provided by NextEra Energy Resources through its charitable foundation. Eligible applicants include researchers, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies with relevant conservation expertise. Awards range from $50,000 to $250,000, with the 2025 deadline on August 14, 2025.
Northern California Environmental Grassroots Fund is a grant from Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment that funds small and emerging grassroots organizations in California building climate resilience and advancing environmental justice. The fund prioritizes groups rooted in historically marginalized communities, including BIPOC, frontline, and low-income populations, with strong advocacy, organizing, and outreach components. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations or fiscally-sponsored groups with annual income or expenses of $150,000 or less; government agencies, colleges, and universities are not eligible. Awards typically range from $4,000 to $7,500, with a maximum of $7,500.
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