Protecting our bays and estuaries.
Restore America’s Estuaries is dedicated to the protection and restoration of bays and estuaries as essential resources for our nation.
Grant Funding Opportunities Open Now
December 28, 2025
2026 Caring for Our Coast Grant Program
Restore America’s Estuaries (RAE), in partnership with CITGO Petroleum Corporation, has officially opened the 2026 cycle of the Caring for Our Coast program. The initiative supports volunteer-driven coastal cleanup, restoration, and conservation events across the Gulf of America region. Grants range from $1,000 to $4,000 and can be used for supplies, materials, and services directly connected to hands-on environmental stewardship projects.
January 16, 2026
Great Lakes Restoration Community Grant Program
Restore America’s Estuaries is proud to manage EPA’s Great Lakes Restoration Community Grant Program (GLRCGP). The Great Lakes Restoration Community Grant Program Request for Application (RFA) will be open through January 16, 2026. Details about eligibility and submission guidelines are available now.
Help RAE turn the tide.
America’s coastal ecosystems—and the communities that rely on them— need your help now more than ever. Your support helps us improve coastal resiliency and create healthy, safe, and accessible estuaries for all.
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