Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Grant Program
Ocean Protection Council (OPC)
What does it fund?
This program funds project types that advance ocean and coastal resilience and adaptation, consistent with the 2020-2025 OPC Strategic Plan, and subsequent Strategic Plan. Projects may advance one or multiple strategic goals of the OPC Strategic Plan: safeguarding against climate change; advancing equity; enhancing biodiversity; and a sustainable blue economy.
Who is eligible for funds?
• Public agencies
• California Native American Tribes
• Universities and research institutions
• Non-profit organizations
• Private entities
How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?
This program will support ocean and coastal resilience, including tribal stewardship and community engagement to inform project design and outcomes, to support and benefit priority populations, and to create jobs through workforce development and capacity building.
How do I access funds?
This program is currently under development. Future funding solicitations will be announced on the OPC website and through OPC email announcements. Sign up to receive OPC emails.
Funding timeline
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