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"Protect Our Reefs Grant Program" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
The Protect Our Reefs Grant Program is offered by Mote Marine Laboratory and funds Florida-based coral research and STEM education projects to protect and restore Florida's Coral Reef ecosystem. The program has awarded grants to more than 300 projects at multiple institutions over 20 years, totaling more than 8 million dollars.
Eligible applicants include public agencies, educational institutions, and IRS-designated nonprofits with projects supporting Florida-based coral science or education. The program is funded through revenue from the Protect Our Reefs specialty license plate available to Florida drivers. Applications for 2026 funding closed March 27, 2026.
Florida's coral reefs have an estimated asset value of 8. 5 billion dollars and support more than 70,000 jobs.
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Protect Our Reefs Grant Program Competitive grants for research & education focused on Florida's Coral Reef, supported by the Protect Our Reefs license plate for Florida drivers Apply for 2026 Grants Buy the License Plate Today's Research for Tomorrow's Oceans Coral reefs worldwide are threatened by accelerating environmental challenges. Florida’s Coral Reef is at great risk, and so are its valuable ecological and economic benefits.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) suggests that coral reefs in southeast Florida have an asset value of $8. 5 billion and support more than 70,000 jobs. However, limited funding is available to help use the best available science and technology to restore and sustain this critical ecosystem.
Mote Marine Laboratory is committed to leading and empowering the best available science. For more than 20 years, Mote’s Protect Our Reefs Grant Program has reviewed more than 500 proposals and awarded grants to more than 300 projects at many different institutions, totaling more than $8 million. Organizations may now apply for grant funds to support their Florida-based coral research & STEM education.
Read the 2026 announcement, eligibility criteria and other application details here. Federal Single Audit Act Requirements (PDF) Florida Statutes 215. 97(2)(a) Mote’s Protect Our Reefs Grant Program has supported the work of these institutions and more.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations supporting Florida-based coral research and STEM education; public agencies, educational institutions, or IRS-designated non-profit entities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows over $8 million awarded total across 300+ projects. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was March 27, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Protect Our Reefs Grant Program is funded by Mote Marine Laboratory. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Florida. 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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