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Ruth D. Gates Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program is sponsored by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Coral Reef Conservation Program. This program aims to enhance the conservation and restoration of coral reefs by strengthening local nongovernmental organizations' and other interested stakeholder groups' ability to participate in future coral reef stewardship partnerships.
It supports projects addressing local and national capacity building gaps across domestic coral reef jurisdictions and the Freely Associated States.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nongovernmental organizations or research institutions with demonstrated expertise in coral reef conservation, restoration, and/or scientific research. Applicants must be U.S. based and all NOAA-funded in-water work must take place within U.S. jurisdictions (American Samoa, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Florida, Guam, Hawaii, Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows typically $100,000-$250,000/year for a total of $100,000 to $750,000 over one to three years (anticipated for FY2024-2026). NOAA will not accept proposals requesting less than $100,000 or more than $1,000,000 total over three years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Ruth D. Gates Coral Reef Conservation Grant Program is funded by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Coral Reef Conservation Program. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Florida and Hawaii. Check the official notice for exact location requirements.
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