Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) Sea Grant’s mission is to enhance the practical use and conservation of coastal and marine resources by developing and sharing science-based knowledge to create a sustainable economy and environment for the diverse communities of Massachusetts.
The WHOI Sea Grant Program Development funds aim to supplement the program's strategic plan goals through financial awards. These funds, generally ranging from $1,000 to $5,000, support small research projects, proof-of-concept studies, and other initiatives like extension, education, communications, and travel that can seed ideas for larger future funding proposals. Projects should align with WHOI Sea Grant’s strategic focus areas: Healthy coastal ecosystems, Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture, Environmental Literacy and Workforce Development, and Resilient Communities and Economies. The intent is to add value to WHOI Sea Grant’s efforts in these areas, with management team decisions on awards made bi-annually.