Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic; Requests for Exempted Fishing Permits

Commerce Department — Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic; Requests for Exempted Fishing Permits

Commerce Department is a funding organization that offers the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic; Requests for Exempted Fishing Permits grant program to support sustainability. This funding opportunity is available nationally and is administered by Commerce Department through Federal Register. Organizations seeking funding for sustainability should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants should review the full program requirements on Federal Register for specific eligibility restrictions. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with Commerce Department or on Federal Register before investing time in an application.

Funding and Timeline

Applications are due by March 10, 2026. Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds.

Program Focus

This grant supports sustainability. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 114, 115310, 541620. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes.

How to Apply

Eligible organizations can apply through Federal Register. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for.

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Eligibility

• Programs related to fisheries
• Programs related to conservation

Award details

Applications close on March 10, 2026.

Categories

Sustainability