# 2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/noaa-nmfs-ak-2026-33268-2026-alaska-marine-education-and-training-mini-grant/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362034

> DOC NOAA - ERA Production is offering grants of up to $75,000 (at least $15,000) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses, businesses and individuals. It expects to make $600,000 in total. Applications close on May 1, 2028.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | NOAA-NMFS-AK-2026-33268 |
| Agency | DOC NOAA - ERA Production |
| Status | Open |
| Deadline | May 1, 2028 |
| Award ceiling | $75,000 |
| Award floor | $15,000 |
| Expected awards | not stated |
| Total funding | $600,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 11.455 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Individuals
- For profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

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.

## What the grant funds

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.

## Questions people ask

### Who can apply for 2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program?

DOC NOAA - ERA Production accepts applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes, small businesses, businesses and individuals. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for 2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program?

Closes May 1, 2028 (548 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $75,000 each. About $600,000 in total.