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Sea-Changers is currently accepting applications for its Marine Conservation Main Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Opportunity Details
Sea-Changers supports projects that protect and restore the UK’s marine environments. The Main Grant Programme funds initiatives tackling the root causes of marine threats, reducing negative impacts on coastal and marine ecosystems, and expanding knowledge of conservation challenges. Grassroots action and community engagement are central to the programme’s approach.
Grant Amount: £500–£2,500 per project.
Application Rounds: Two rounds per year.
Funding Type: One-off project support; not for ongoing operational costs.
Eligible Costs: Project-specific activities directly contributing to marine conservation. Partial funding is allowed if clearly justified.
UK-based charities, non-profits, and organisations.
Schools and educational institutions implementing marine conservation projects.
Grassroots organisations actively involving communities in conservation efforts.
1. Identify a Conservation Project
Define specific marine conservation objectives.
Ensure outcomes are practical, measurable, and community-focused.
2. Prepare a Funding Request
Detail the project components to be supported by Sea-Changers.
Provide a clear budget aligning grant funding with the broader financial plan.
3. Submit Your Application
Applications are accepted twice per year. Deadlines are published on the Sea-Changers website.
4. Evaluation and Selection
Projects are evaluated based on environmental impact, community engagement, feasibility, and alignment with conservation goals.
Apply for Sea-Changers Marine Conservation Main Grants Program
