This grant is aimed at protecting the American seafood supply chain by addressing unfair labor practices and illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. It provides a substantial funding opportunity to tackle these issues and improve the integrity of the seafood industry.
Who it's for: This grant is open to a wide range of applicants, as eligibility is unrestricted. This means that any organization, regardless of type, can apply, including non-profits, for-profits, educational institutions, and government entities.
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What You May Need
- Completed application form
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational background information
- Proof of eligibility
- Letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
- Registration with relevant federal systems (e.g., SAM.gov)
Cautions
- Ensure all sections of the application are completed thoroughly.
- Adhere strictly to the application deadline.
- Be clear about how your project addresses both labor practices and IUU fishing.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to all types of applicants as it is marked 'UNRESTRICTED'. This means any organization, whether non-profit, for-profit, educational, or governmental, can apply for this funding opportunity.
Overview
This grant is open to a wide range of applicants, as eligibility is unrestricted. This means that any organization, regardless of type, can apply, including non-profits, for-profits, educational institutions, and government entities.
Use of Funds
The funds can be used to develop and implement strategies that counter unfair labor practices and IUU fishing within the seafood supply chain. This might include research, advocacy, policy development, and enforcement activities.
Total Program Funding
$11,000,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 21, 2026(25 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 28, 2026
Application Checklist
- Review the Funding Opportunity Announcement thoroughly.
- Prepare a detailed project proposal addressing the grant's focus areas.
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan.
- Gather organizational background and proof of eligibility.
- Register with SAM.gov and ensure your registration is active.
- Submit the application by the deadline (September 21, 2026).