Next deadline: Dec 31, 2022

Later deadlines: Dec 31, 2023

Grant amount: US $1,500

Funding uses: Education / Outreach, Project / Program

Location of project: United States

Location of residency: United States

Overview:

We are one of the world’s premiere Waterlife Outfitters. Helping others recreate on and around the water is our passion, our joy and our mission. We are, therefore, committed to supporting and promoting healthy and vibrant marine habitats and sustainable fisheries, as well as to connecting future generations to the water through our youth recreation and education initiatives.

BlueFuture Grants

West Marine offers one BlueFuture grant cycle each year that benefits nonprofit organizations dedicated to youth waterlife recreation and education. Our grants provide much-needed funds so these valuable, community-based organizations may provide scholarships, purchase new equipment, maintain staff, add programs and do so much more.

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.

Eligibility:

• West Marine BlueFuture grants are offered to nonprofit organizations dedicated to youth waterlife recreation and education.
• If your organization teaches powerboating, sailing, fishing, paddling or surfing; provides boatbuilding instruction; fosters aquatic sustainability and conservation practices; or encourages learning in maritime history or the marine sciences, we encourage you to apply.
• Grant awards are limited to 501c(3) nonprofit organizations located within the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.