This grant is for research projects that help improve the management of Atlantic bluefin tuna fisheries. The focus is on understanding the fish's biology and movement between the Atlantic populations. Projects that work with international partners like the ICCAT are encouraged.
Who it's for: This grant is for a wide range of applicants including state and local governments, tribal governments, individuals, businesses, and educational institutions. If you have a project that can contribute to the science-based management of bluefin tuna, you might qualify.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of collaboration with ICCAT partners
- Proposals not focused on bluefin tuna research
- Applications submitted past the deadline
- Proposals exceeding the funding limit
- Ineligible applicant types
What You May Need
- Detailed research proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., nonprofit status)
- Collaboration letters with ICCAT partners
- Project timeline
- Organizational background
- CVs of key personnel
- Past performance documentation
- Data management plan
- Environmental impact assessment
Cautions
- Ensure collaboration with ICCAT partners
- Adhere to all environmental regulations
- Submit a complete application by the deadline
- Stay within the funding range
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include state governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, individuals, for-profit organizations, special district governments, city or township governments, other Native American tribal organizations, private and public institutions of higher education, county governments, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, and small businesses. Essentially, a wide range of entities involved in research or management of fisheries can apply.
Overview
This grant is for a wide range of applicants including state and local governments, tribal governments, individuals, businesses, and educational institutions. If you have a project that can contribute to the science-based management of bluefin tuna, you might qualify.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of collaboration with ICCAT partners
- Proposals not focused on bluefin tuna research
- Applications submitted past the deadline
- Proposals exceeding the funding limit
- Ineligible applicant types
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for research activities related to understanding bluefin tuna biology and movement, and for projects that support science-based management of these fisheries.
Total Program Funding
$600,000
Expected Awards
5
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
- Deadline
- Dec 31, 2026(125 days)
- Archive Date
- Jan 30, 2027
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Spring 2027
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility
- Develop a detailed research proposal
- Prepare a budget plan
- Gather collaboration letters
- Compile CVs of key personnel
- Draft a project timeline
- Complete environmental impact assessment
- Submit application by December 31, 2026