The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, using funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Marine Debris Program, is announcing a Request for Proposals for the Ocean Odyssey Marine Debris Prevention Awards for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility (DEIJA). 

With funding from the NOAA Marine Debris Program, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation will award 10–15 grants, totaling up to $100,000 for this funding competition. Individual awards will range between $5,000 and $10,000 to support initiatives that prevent the adverse impacts of marine debris in communities that are underserved, underrepresented, or overburdened by marine debris. These projects may include marine debris prevention, education, and outreach activities. 

Priority will be given to projects that directly benefit or support communities in need and involve community members in all aspects of the project, from planning to execution. Projects throughout the coastal United States, Great Lakes, territories, and Freely Associated States are eligible for consideration.

Full proposals are due on November 20, 2024, by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). Please visit the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation website to apply and get eligibility and submission information.