Ocean and Blue Economy grants — page 6
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Funding for ocean health, sustainable fisheries, aquaculture and the blue economy. Backed by the World Bank PROBLUE, EU EMFAF and Horizon, the Benioff and Packard foundations, and national marine programmes. Listed below are the open ocean and blue economy grant calls in that landscape, taken from each funder's own notice and re-checked on every refresh.
Water and ocean funding sits mostly with development finance and national infrastructure budgets rather than with innovation programmes. The recurring sources are the World Bank and the regional development banks, the Green Climate Fund, EU LIFE and Horizon, and national water and environment agencies. Awards tend to be tied to a specific catchment, coastline or utility, so geographic eligibility is usually the first thing to check rather than the last.
This page lists open ocean and blue economy grants currently tracked by Raise Lens — 322 of them right now, sorted with the soonest deadline first. Every listing has been classified against the sustainability taxonomy rather than matched on keywords, so what appears here is ocean and blue economy work rather than anything whose description happens to mention it.
The funders publishing ocean and blue economy grants here include S2G Investments, Amazon Conservation Team, Centre for Environment Fisheries and Aquaculture Science, among 2 others. Who is funding matters as much as what: eligibility, reporting burden and the realistic timeline to a decision vary far more between funders than between individual calls.
Geographic coverage on this page spans GLOBAL, LATAM, GLOBAL-SOUTH, OCEANIA, SUBSAHARAN-AFRICA. Eligibility is usually tied to where the work happens or where the applying organisation is registered, and the two are not always the same — worth checking before investing time in an application.
Venture & Growth
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The funder provides venture and growth equity capital to early-stage and scaling companies developing market-based solutions in food & agriculture, energy, and ocean sectors. The fund targets entrepreneurs building innovative, commercially viable businesses across these three sustainability-focused domains.
Ancestral Tides
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Ancestral Tides funds coastal and wetland ecosystem conservation projects that protect critical habitats and species while supporting dependent communities. The program prioritizes biodiversity protection and indigenous rights in these landscapes.
OCPP Ghana
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This grant supports Ghana's capacity to manage human activities affecting the marine environment and sustainably benefit from ocean resources. It funds environmental management, education, and training initiatives focused on marine conservation and blue economy development.
Safeguarding Marine Terrestrial Biodiversity in Fiji (SAMBIO)
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This grant funds the establishment and strengthening of marine and terrestrial protected areas in Fiji to safeguard biodiversity, improve ecosystem management in forests and coastal zones, and build policy and financing frameworks for long-term conservation. It targets government agencies, conservation organizations, and community groups working on biodiversity protection and ecosystem services in Fiji.
Philippine Rise Integrated Conservation for Enduring Legacies through Ecosystem Support Services (PRICELESS)
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This grant funds conservation and sustainable management of the Philippine Rise Marine Resource Reserve (352,390 hectares) to protect globally significant biodiversity while enabling sustainable marine resource use and community livelihoods by 2027. It is for organizations working on marine ecosystem protection, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable blue economy in the Philippines.
Inclusive conservation of sea turtles and seagrass habitats in the north and north-west of Madagascar
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This grant funds integrated conservation approaches for sea turtles and seagrass habitats in north-west Madagascar, combining habitat protection with sustainable management practices. It targets organizations working on marine biodiversity conservation and ecosystem restoration in this specific region.
OCPP Mozambique
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This grant supports Mozambique's capacity to manage human activities affecting the marine environment and sustainably benefit from marine resources. It funds environmental research and biosphere protection in the ocean-blue-economy sector.
OCPP Maldives
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This grant supports the Maldives in developing capacity and capability to manage human activities affecting the marine environment sustainably. It funds environmental management and marine resource governance to enable long-term sustainable use of ocean resources.
Marine Recovery Fund: how to apply
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This grant funds strategic compensatory measures for marine ecosystem recovery, specifically designed for offshore wind developers to offset environmental impacts. Eligible applicants are offshore wind project developers seeking to secure funding for marine conservation and restoration activities.
Climate & Biodiversity Initiative
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This grant funds international scientific research teams investigating the interactions between climate change and biodiversity loss, with a 2026-2028 focus on ocean and coastal ecosystems. It is one of France's largest environmental research programmes, supporting 46 teams globally with €31 million in total funding.
Consultancy for Identifying High-Leverage Interventions in Indonesia's Mud Crab Sector
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This is a consultancy engagement to conduct supply chain analysis in Indonesia's mud crab sector, aiming to strengthen producer value while advancing conservation outcomes in coastal ecosystems. The work targets high-leverage interventions that balance economic and environmental benefits in fisheries.
Blue Carbon Plus Grant Finance
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BC+ provides up to $200K grants over one year to scalable, community-centred businesses operating in blue carbon ecosystems (mangroves, seagrass, tidal marsh, macroalgae) that address systemic barriers to scaling. The grant targets climate-focused, ecosystem-positive business models with community livelihood co-benefits.
Regional reef-conservation investment initiative to attract and direct capital toward ecosystem protection and sustainable use
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MAR+Invest is a cross-cutting investment initiative designed to attract and direct capital toward conservation and sustainable use of the Mesoamerican Reef's natural capital. The programme targets investors, conservation organizations, and sustainable enterprises seeking to deploy capital in marine ecosystem protection and blue economy activities across the Mesoamerican region.
Clean Water for the Reef
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This grant funds programmes that reduce land-based pollution and runoff affecting the Mesoamerican Reef through improved water quality interventions. It targets organizations working on marine conservation and water quality in the Mesoamerican Reef region.
Belize Marine Fund
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This grant funds marine conservation projects focused on Belize's coastal and reef ecosystems, administered by the Mesoamerican Reef Fund. Eligible applicants can pursue conservation initiatives that protect and restore marine biodiversity and ecosystem health in Belize's waters.
Reef Rescue Initiative
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This grant funds climate-driven coral reef rescue and restoration projects in the Mesoamerican Reef region, supporting ecosystem recovery from climate impacts. It targets organizations working on marine conservation and reef restoration as primary climate adaptation and biodiversity interventions.
Fishing for the Future / MAR Fish
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This grant funds sustainable fisheries management programmes in the Mesoamerican Reef region, including fish replenishment zones and invasive lionfish control. It targets organizations working to restore marine ecosystems and promote responsible fishing practices.
Re-Granting with a Major Foundation
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A re-granting mechanism channeling Oak Foundation funds through the Mesoamerican Reef Fund to support conservation organizations protecting the Mesoamerican Reef region's marine ecosystems. Eligible applicants are conservation nonprofits and organizations working on coastal and marine conservation in Central America and the Caribbean.
Protection of Maritime Resources in Central America III
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This grant funds the third phase of a multi-year programme to protect and sustainably manage maritime resources, fisheries, and marine ecosystems across Central America. It targets organizations working on marine conservation, fisheries management, and blue-economy initiatives in the Mesoamerican region.
Conservation of Marine Resources in Central America Project
••••• Fund
This grant supports conservation and sustainable management of marine resources across Central American countries in the Mesoamerican Reef region. It targets regional projects that protect marine ecosystems and fisheries through conservation interventions.
Small Grants Program
••••• Fund
This grant supports local conservation initiatives within the Mesoamerican Reef region, funding projects that protect marine and coastal ecosystems. It is designed for organizations working on reef and ocean conservation in Central America and the Caribbean.
Saving Our Protected Areas
••••• Fund
This grant supports protected area management and conservation initiatives across the Mesoamerican Reef region (Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras). It funds organizations working to strengthen marine ecosystem protection and sustainable management of reef and coastal protected areas.
A Blue Economy Venture Fund
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The funder Ocean is an active impact investor backing founders building ocean and blue-economy technologies across transportation, circularity, ocean data, energy, and food/water sectors. The fund provides equity investment to early and growth-stage companies advancing ocean sustainability and blue-economy solutions.
A US Foundation Backs Ocean Health Technology Partners
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This grant supports scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs developing technologies that restore ocean health and advance marine sustainability. Eligible applicants include researchers and innovators working on ocean-focused solutions across technology development and commercialization stages.
11th Hour Project
••••• Foundation
The 11th Hour Project funds community-led initiatives globally across renewable energy, food systems, ocean health, and human rights. It partners with organizations working on climate mitigation, adaptation, and environmental justice in the Global South and frontline communities.
Environmental Projects
••••• Foundation
The funder funds environmental and nature restoration projects globally, supporting initiatives across terrestrial and marine ecosystems. The grant targets organizations working on conservation and environmental protection worldwide.
Les Voiles Iodées: A Sailing Adventure to (Re)discover Seaweed
••••• Foundation
This grant funds a sailing expedition and public engagement campaign led by ocean conservation nonprofit Blutopia to raise awareness of seaweed biodiversity, ecosystem services, and sustainable uses through documentary screenings, tastings, and science outreach across 10 French coastal stopovers. The funder (the funder) supports ocean-focused projects that combine adventure, education, and conservation messaging.
Citizens of the Sea: A Race for Biodiversity
••••• Foundation
This grant funds environmental DNA (eDNA) collection and marine biodiversity analysis during offshore yacht races, with outputs including an interactive public dashboard and automated sampling technology. It targets researchers, citizen scientists, and marine conservation organizations collaborating with professional sailors to advance ocean observation.
Coastal and Marine Conservation
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The funder funds science, research, teaching, and conservation initiatives focused on marine and ocean sustainability, environmentalism, and international development. Eligible applicants include conservation NGOs, community NGOs, universities, educational organizations, and government bodies.
Grants in Natural and Earth Sciences
••••• Foundation
The funder funds research and operational support for marine/ocean conservation, earth sciences, climate change, and wildlife management through grants to U.S. nonprofits. However, as of March 2021, the foundation no longer accepts unsolicited proposals, making this a closed or invitation-only opportunity.
Conservation and Science
••••• Foundation
The funder funds conservation and science projects addressing climate change, ocean conservation, agriculture, and related environmental themes through grants to charitable, educational, and scientific organizations globally. Grants typically range from $20,000 to $500,000 with no fixed deadline.
Marine Conservation, Climate Change, and Wildlife Trade
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The funder funds conservation and climate work across marine ecosystems (industrial and small-scale fishing, plastics), greenhouse gas emissions reduction in North America, Europe, and select emerging economies, and illegal wildlife trade prevention targeting African elephants and rhinos. This is a thematic overview of the Foundation's grant-making priorities rather than a specific callable opportunity.
Ocean and Fisheries Reporting Grant
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The funder is funding independent journalism reporting on ocean health, fisheries sustainability, and illegal fishing with links to human trafficking and corruption. Freelance and staff journalists worldwide can apply for support to investigate these critical issues affecting billions dependent on marine resources.
Symbiosis in Aquatic Systems Initiative
••••• Foundation
This grant funds interdisciplinary research into symbiotic relationships within aquatic ecosystems, examining their ecological and evolutionary significance in marine and freshwater environments. It is designed for researchers and institutions conducting basic and applied biology research on aquatic symbiosis.
Arctic Ocean Initiative
••••• Foundation
This grant funds science-based policy, conservation efforts, and Indigenous stewardship to protect Arctic Ocean ecosystems and marine biodiversity. It supports organizations working on marine protection and blue-economy conservation in the Arctic region.
Capacity Development Programme (Enhancing Capacity for Ocean Governance)
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This grant funds capacity-building and institutional strengthening for ocean governance across the Western Indian Ocean region, targeting marine scientists, managers, and coastal communities. It supports skills development and governance infrastructure to advance sustainable ocean management and blue economy outcomes.
Science and Policy
••••• Association
This grant funds science-based policy interventions and evidence-driven action to advance ocean governance, fisheries management, and marine sustainability in the Western Indian Ocean region. It targets researchers, policymakers, and organizations working to translate marine science into effective policy and governance outcomes.
Marine Animal Rescue and Protection
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This grant funds rescue and protection of marine animals through partnerships with established organizations like IFAW, operating in the MENA region. It supports direct conservation intervention and animal welfare work in marine ecosystems.
Ocean and Coastal Resilience
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This grant funds ocean conservation and coastal-marine ecosystem protection and restoration, with emphasis on building societal engagement and generating knowledge to enhance resilience against climate impacts. Eligible applicants likely include nonprofits, research institutions, and community organizations working on marine biodiversity, coastal defense, and climate adaptation in coastal zones.
Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund (GEBF)
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The Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund supports fish, wildlife, and habitat restoration projects in the Gulf of Mexico region through NFWF's stewardship programme. Eligible applicants can seek funding for conservation and ecological restoration work that benefits marine and coastal ecosystems.
Arctic Ocean Initiative
••••• Foundation
This grant supports stewardship and protection of Arctic Ocean ecosystems through conservation and research initiatives. It prioritizes partnerships with indigenous communities, particularly the Saami Council, to advance ocean stewardship in the Arctic region.
Protecting the Ocean (a major foundation ocean initiative)
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This initiative funds data-driven solutions to protect marine ecosystems and strengthen ocean governance, addressing pollution, overfishing, and other threats. It partners with coastal communities, nonprofits, governments, and research institutions globally.
A US Foundation's Ocean Technology Grants
••••• Foundation
This grant supports scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs developing technologies that restore ocean health and advance marine sustainability. It funds innovation across the ocean-blue-economy sector with no specified funding amount or deadline.
11th Hour Project
••••• Foundation
The 11th Hour Project funds community-led initiatives advancing renewable energy, resilient food systems, healthy oceans, and human rights protection globally. It partners with organizations working at the intersection of environmental sustainability and social justice.
Special Opportunities
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The funder offers non-traditional investment structures (beyond standard venture and growth equity) targeting companies in food & agriculture, energy, and oceans sectors. The fund is designed for innovative businesses seeking flexible capital arrangements aligned with sustainability and impact outcomes.
Venture & Growth
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The funder makes equity investments in venture and growth-stage companies developing market-based solutions across food & agriculture, energy, and oceans sectors, targeting system-wide change at critical sector intersections. The fund is open to startups and growth companies in climate-tech and sustainability.
International Waters
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This grant funds local community-led actions addressing sustainable management of shared freshwater and marine ecosystems across transboundary water bodies. It targets communities and organizations working on water and ecosystem conservation in developing regions.
Support from a major foundation
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The funder funds marine conservation projects and organizations across four categories: habitat protection, species conservation, community capacity-building, and ocean literacy. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, research institutions, and community groups working on ocean health, climate resilience, and blue economy advancement globally, with priority for projects outside the USA.