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Seabed Mapping Grants at U.S. Department of State

Posted July 23, 2026

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Opportunity Overview

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, is offering grants for seabed mapping, exploration, and characterization in the Pacific. The grants will support ocean mapping, seabed exploration, habitat and resource characterization, and data management and analysis in Pacific Island Countries. The Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs has $7,000,000 available for this program, with individual awards ranging from $2,000,000 to $7,000,000. The application deadline is August 14, 2026. The grants are intended for U.S.-based institutions, companies, or organizations, including nonprofits, for-profit organizations, public and private educational institutions, and not-for-profit organizations. The program aims to support the development of ocean mapping and exploration capabilities in Pacific Island Countries. The U.S. Department of State will award up to 2 grants through this program, which will be administered through a cooperative agreement. The program is part of the Environmental and Scientific Partnerships and Programs initiative, and the grants will be awarded on a competitive basis.

Benefits

Total program funding: $7,000,000
Award ceiling: $7,000,000
Award floor: $2,000,000

Eligibility

Eligible applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Additional eligible applicants: U.S.-based for-profit organizations or businesses
Additional eligible applicants: U.S.-based public, private, or state educational institutions
Additional eligible applicants: U.S.-based not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status

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