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2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program

From	DOC NOAA - ERA Production
Who can apply	state governments, counties, cities and townships, special districts (water, fire, parks, etc.), public colleges and universities, federally recognized tribes and 8 more types
Eligibility notes	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.
How much	$15K to $75K per award; $600K total
Deadline	Mon, May 1, 2028 (556 days left)
Category	Agriculture, Business and Commerce, Education, Environment, Food and Nutrition, Natural Resources, Science, Technology and Research
Type	Cooperative agreement, Grant
Opportunity #	NOAA-NMFS-AK-2026-33268
Assistance listing	11.455
Posted	Thu, Apr 23, 2026

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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.

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