§ Federal grant opportunity · NOAA-NMFS-AK-2026-33268
2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program
Keisha Trent Grantor is accepting applications for 2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program. The deadline is May 1, 2028 and the published award range is $15K – $75K.
Key facts
- Funder
- Keisha Trent Grantor
- Application deadline
- May 1, 2028
- Award range
- $15K – $75K
- Eligibility
- Eligible applicants are individuals as legal entities (such as sole proprietorships or limited liability companies); commercial organizations; state, local, and tribal governments; institutions of higher education; and nonprofits. Federal agencies and their employees, as well as Federal instrumentalities (including employees and members), are not eligible to apply.
- Geography
- United States
- Focus areas
- Agriculture, Economic Development, Education, Environment, Food Security, Research
- Opportunity number
- NOAA-NMFS-AK-2026-33268
Program overview
This announcement supports Executive Order 14276, Restoring America’s Seafood Competitiveness, by soliciting projects that support: workforce development for marine-related professions in marine science, aquaculture/mariculture, and maritime operations; enhancing seafood safety and management through training in seafood best practices, marketing, and fishery management; technological innovation in fishing practices; outreach and education for consumers on quality and sustainability of wild caught fish or products farmed through aquaculture/mariculture; enhanced regionally-specific management of fishery resources based on local knowledge; and strengthening the seafood supply chain through partnerships with industry, researchers, and community organizations to build relationships that increase the sustainability and competitiveness of the marine community in Alaska. Proposed projects must be conducted in Alaska.
How to apply
- Confirm your organization meets the eligibility criteria above.
- Read the full funding opportunity announcement from Keisha Trent Grantor.
- Draft your narrative against the funder's stated priorities and review criteria.
- Submit before May 1, 2028, allowing time for registration and validation.
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