The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine’s Gulf Research Program (GRP) aims to increase the scientific and environmental literacy and problem-solving skills of children and youth in the Gulf of Mexico region. The GRP is seeking proposals that engage children and youth in place-based educational activities that will foster the development of the scientific and environmental skills, competencies, and capabilities that are critical to solving complex issues in the Gulf now and into the future. Deadline for proposals is March 19.
A total of $5M is available for this funding opportunity to support projects between $100K and $750K that are up to three years in duration. The GRP will accept proposals from nonprofit, state, and local entities, excluding federal agencies, which support educational, service, and/or coordination activities for children and youth in the K-8 grade range.
Key Dates
- March 18, 2025: Grant Submission Help Hours; noon to 3 p.m. Central Time / 1 – 4 p.m. Eastern Time (Zoom link will be sent to active applicants)
- March 19, 2025: Deadline for submission of proposals due by 5 p.m. Eastern Time
- June 2025: Award selection and notification
- August 1, 2025: Anticipated funding start date
- July 31, 2028: All projects closed out
- 2028: Grantee Peer Learning Meeting
Online submission website: gulfresearchprogram.smapply.io/
For additional information and to apply, please visit the website.