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PADI AWARE Foundation Community Grant Program is sponsored by PADI AWARE Foundation. Offers grants to community-based non-profits for projects addressing ocean threats like climate change, marine debris, habitat loss, and species protection.
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PADI AWARE Foundation™ Mission Hub Community Grant Cycle & Criteria | PADI Frequently Asked Questions Consumer Protection & Alerts PADI AWARE Foundation Community Grant Program PADI AWARE Foundation™ is committed to the development of community-led efforts to sustainably manage the world’s marine ecosystems.
AWARE Community Grant Program The PADI AWARE Foundation™ Community Grant Program is a cornerstone initiative to accelerate participation, education, and advocacy for ocean protection. The program will provide direct financial resources to PADI Mission Hubs and community-based non-profits to address key ocean threats like climate change, marine debris, marine habitat loss, and marine species protection.
Grants will be awarded to ocean protection initiatives and projects that directly advance the PADI Blueprint for Ocean Action , in direct support of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development. All projects must fall under one of these five program areas. Vulnerable Species Protection Application : Funding is limited to PADI Dive Centers and non-profit organizations.
All non-profit organizations must have an operating budget of less than 1 million USD. Available Funding : PADI AWARE Foundation is interested in funding projects up to $10,000 USD. Applications Open: 15th September 2025 Applications Close: 3rd October 2025 (Midnight California Time) Notifications: 3rd November 2025 Agreements completed by: 28th November 2025 Funds disbursed by: 12th December 2025 Ready to apply?
Take the Eligibility Quiz Please carefully review the Funding Criteria for application information, eligibility and due dates. Once the Application Window has opened you may complete the Eligibility Quiz. For more information check out links below.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: PADI Mission Hubs and community-based non-profits. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
PADI AWARE Foundation Community Grant Program is funded by PADI AWARE Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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