National Geographic Society - Grants Program

Request for proposals for community-based coastal and riverine stewardship projects. Funding up to $75,000. Submission deadline May 31, 2026.

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DeadlineMay 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT

Award amountup to $20,000

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Deadline

May 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT

Opening date

April 8, 2026

Award amount

up to $20,000

Eligibility

Candidate must be over 18; Project leader must be listed; Funds can be used over one year; Level II: May be an NG Explorer; Level I: Not a current NG Explorer; Applicants may request up to $20,000

Requirements

Submit a portfolio; Budget amounts must be in USD; Application materials must be complete; Justify compensation requests in detail; Application must be completed in English; Project budget must align with guidelines

Application materials

Project proposal; Project timeline; Portfolio (website); Portfolio (i.e. website); Project plans or methodology; Project budget justification

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