Save Our Seas Foundation Grants 2026: Global Funding Opportunities for Shark, Ray, and Marine Conservation Researchers, Filmmakers, Educators, and Storytellers

The Save Our Seas Foundation offers multiple international funding streams for marine conservationists, researchers, educators, photographers, filmmakers, and storytellers focused on sharks, rays, skates, and related marine ecosystems. The foundation supports projects in marine research, conservation, education, storytelling, and public awareness, with aims to create measurable conservation impact and strengthen ocean protection globally. Selected opportunities provide financial support, mentorship, visibility, and global recognition for participants.

Financial support, mentorship, increased visibility, and potential publication or exhibition opportunities; in some streams, production budgets or living-cost support are provided

Applicants include individuals and organizations working in marine science, conservation communication, environmental storytelling, shark and ray protection, and ocean advocacy.

Submit applications through SOSF grant streams via their portal; detailed requirements vary by category (e.g., pitch documents, CVs, letters of recommendation for fellowships; portfolios for storytelling grants)