Request for Proposals: 2026 Ocean Biodiversity Engagement Grants
Projects should be up to 18 months in duration with a maximum total budget of $50,000 USD.
Key Documents
- 2026 Ocean Biodiversity Engagement Grants Request for Proposals (PDF)
- Project Narrative Template (Word Document)
- Budget Narrative Template (XLXS)
- Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
Important Dates
| Issuance of RFP | March 2, 2026 |
| Informational Webinar | March 4, 2026 |
| Deadline for submission of Proposals | April 15, 2026 |
| Anticipated start date of awarded agreement(s) | August 1, 2026 |
How to Submit a Proposal
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All proposals must be submitted electronically through the form at https://wkf.ms/4d7plSQ. Proposals must be received by 12pm ET/11am CT/9am PT on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Opportunities to Learn More
- Ocean Biodiversity program launch webinar (Wednesday, December 3, 2025) recording here.
- Ocean Biodiversity RFP informational webinar (Wednesday, March 4, 2026) recording coming soon.
For questions, please contact Jason Landrum and Emily Knight at grants@blueconvergence.org.
