RESTORE Act Centers of Excellence Research Grants Program
ID: 356559Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program (USDOT-GCR)

Award Range

$6M - $15M

Eligible Applicants

State Governments

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356559

Additional Information

https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/financial-markets-financial-institutions-and-fiscal-service/restore-act
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Treasury is offering the RESTORE Act Centers of Excellence Research Grants Program, aimed at establishing Centers of Excellence through competitive subawards in the Gulf Coast Region. This program seeks to fund research and development in critical areas such as coastal sustainability, fisheries ecosystem monitoring, offshore energy development, and economic growth, with a focus on enhancing the resilience of the Gulf Coast environment and communities. Eligible applicants, specifically state governments, can apply for grants ranging from $5,710,210 to $14,518,510, with an expected five awards to be made. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until October 31, 2025, and interested parties can reach out to restoreact@do.treas.gov for further assistance.

    Point(s) of Contact
    restoreact@do.treas.gov
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