The Oregon Ocean Science Trust is seeking proposals for its 2022 Nearshore Science and Monitoring Research Grant Program.
Donor Name: Oregon Ocean Science Trust
State: Oregon
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/01/2022
Grant Size: $50,000–$200,000
Details:
The priorities of the Oregon Ocean Science Trust are:
- Distribution and abundance of nearshore species and habitats.
- Species and habitat associations and interactions that can inform ocean health (ecosystem function).
- The effects people have on nearshore resources and the effects of nearshore resources on people and coastal communities.
- The effects of climate change and ocean acidification on species and their habitats and how these key stressors influence ecological function and species in nearshore habitats now and in the future.
Focus Areas
The two focus areas for projects supported by this RFP are:
- Nearshore Data Collection
- Nearshore Data Modeling, Analysis, and Synthesis
Funding Information
- Nearshore Data Collection
- $600,000 for 4–6 awards ranging from $50,000–$200,000 each
- Nearshore Data Modeling, Analysis, and Synthesis
- $200,000 for 1–3 awards ranging from $50,000–$200,000 each
Eligibility Criteria
- The OOST encourages the submission of project proposals from a diversity of entities, including, but not limited to, nonprofit community organizations, resource consultants, local governments, tribal governments, Oregon State agencies, universities and community colleges, and other educational entities. Collaborative proposals with a diversity of partner entities are encouraged. Proposals from entities with demonstrated experience working in Oregon will be prioritized. Federal agencies are not eligible to receive project funds, however, federal agencies can be listed as project collaborators for the purpose of leveraging resources and regional expertise.
- Eligible applicant(s) must possess the following attributes and/or demonstrated experience to be considered for funding. Applicants should provide specific examples of work in their 1-page Curriculum Vitae (see Proposal Format and Submission) that demonstrate:
- Specialized scientific knowledge relevant to nearshore ecosystems, species, and processes;
- Experience conducting research and monitoring in West Coast nearshore ecosystems;
- In-depth understanding of Oregon’s nearshore ecosystems, species, and habitats on coastal communities; and
- Ability to place project findings in the context of regional resource management, planning, and governance.
For more information, visit Oregon Ocean Science Trust.
