Algalita Marine Research and Education has opned applications for its Wayfinder Society Student Mini-Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Algalita Marine Research and Education Wayfinder Society Student Mini-Grant
Algalita Marine Research and Education Wayfinder Society Student Mini-Grant 2026 fund projects helps students understand the root causes of plastic pollution and take action in their own communities. Whether through reusables on campus, education campaigns, policy advocacy, or creative reuse initiatives, these projects should build local capacity for long-term change.
Benefits of Algalita Marine Research and Education Wayfinder Society Student Mini-Grant
Each mini-grant is $500. We will be awarding a total of 10 students with a total allocation of $5,000 USD in this round of mini-grants.
This program is more than just funding. It’s an opportunity to:
- Gain mentorship and guidance from both your chosen advisor and Algalita’s team
- Collaborate on social media coverage on Algalita’s social media channels
- Connect your work to a global community of youth leaders
- Turn your ideas into lasting action against plastic pollution
Algalita Marine Research and Education Wayfinder Society Student Mini-Grant Requirements
To be eligible to apply for a Wayfinder Society Student Mini-Grant, you need to:
- Be between the ages of 11-25 on the application deadline,
- Have an individual account (or student account through your teacher) on Wayfinder Society,
- Have successfully completed these 2 Actions before the application deadline: The Story of Plastic – Watch the Film and The Story of Plastic – System Mapping by following the instructions and completing the form at the bottom of the page, and
- Be dedicated to ending plastic pollution in your classroom, school, community, or beyond.
Our Student Mini-Grants are open to applicants anywhere in the world!
Application Date and Process
- Create a Wayfinder Society individual account or student account with your class if you haven’t already.
- Complete at least these 2 Actions before the application deadline: The Story of Plastic – Watch the Film and The Story of Plastic – System Mapping.
- Complete the application by January 15th, 2026.
Application Deadline
15 January, 2026
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