The Blue Convergence Fund (BCF) is pleased to launch a request for grant proposals. To foster climate resilient fisheries and fishing communities around the world, this portfolio aims to fund projects and support engagement that advance:
- Our understanding of climate resilient fisheries
- Climate resilient fisheries management practices and strategies around the world.
Through this work, BCF will support and amplify real-world applications and case studies that the global community can learn from, helping to advance the science and practice of climate-resilient fisheries management across various fisheries governance systems and ecosystems around the globe.
This request for proposals (RFP) will support science-based efforts and collaborations that use existing knowledge to catalyze climate resilient fisheries practices and strategies. Specifically, this RFP will support projects where new research is not the primary focus, but rather activities that bring people together to promote knowledge exchange, the uptake of research into management, network building, and planning and implementation.
Projects should be 18-24 months in duration with a maximum total budget of $150,000 USD.
Key Documents
- 2025 Climate Resilient Fisheries Engagement Grants Request for Proposals (PDF)
- Project Narrative Template (Word Document)
- Budget Narrative Template (XLXS)
Important Dates
| Q&A Webinar 1 | July 17, 2025 |
| Q&A Webinar 2 | August 19, 2025 |
| Deadline for submission of Proposals | September 4, 2025 |
| Anticipated start date of awarded agreement(s) | December 15, 2025 |
Opportunities to Learn More
BCF will be holding three virtual webinars to provide additional information and answer questions from potential applicants, including:
- June 25, 2025: Informational Webinar to share information about the RFP – access the recording here
- July 17, 2025: Q&A Webinar for applicants to ask questions about the RFP – Register Here
- August 19, 2025: Q&A Webinar for applicants to ask questions about the RFP – Register Here
For questions, please contact Sarah Close and Dominique Kone at grants@blueconvergence.org.
