Coastal Zone Grant Applications
The 2025 Coastal Zone Grant application period is from September 9 to October 21, 2024.
Overview
Pennsylvania’s Coastal Resources Management (CRM) Program receives an annual grant award from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
This award provides some funds for projects that address one or more priority areas of the CRM program.
Additional Resources
- About the Coastal Resources Management Program
- Grant Application Instruction Guide
- For Grantee/Vendor assistance related to Vendor Number: Help & Resources
- For Self Service Payment Lookup/Audit Confirmation: Self-Service-Payment-Lookup
- DEP Notice of Non-Discrimination: Non-Discrimination Information
How to Apply for a Coastal Zone Grant
The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) evaluates and award applications through a competitive process. State and local agencies, and nonprofits with facilities in the Delaware Estuary or Lake Erie Coastal Zones, distribute the funds via sub-grants.
Program staff, two local Coastal Zone Advisory Committees, and the State Coastal Zone Advisory Committee actively review eligible projects. They assess projects using the criteria in the Grant Application Instruction Guide. It is available for download here and below.
Application Process
The FFY 2025 Coastal Zone grant application period will open on September 9, 2024, and close at 11:59 p.m. on October 21, 2024.
To apply for a Coastal Zone grant during an open solicitation period, visit the online eGrants application webpage.
Coastal Zone Grant Application Materials
Coastal Zone Grant Application Materials:
- Instruction Guide
- Checklist
Coastal Zone Grant Administration Materials
Coastal Zone Grant Administration Materials:
- Administration Guide
- Subcontractor Information Form
- Program Project Accomplishments Form
Previously Funded Projects
You can view listings of awarded Coastal Zone grants since 2011 below. The PDF documents provide information on the grantee, the amount, and a brief summary of the project.
- Coastal Zone grants from FFY 2020-Current
- Coastal Zone grants from FFY 2015-2019
- Coastal Zone grants from FFY 2011-2014
DEP Grant Resources
Investment Tracker
For a list of awarded grants, see DEP's Investment Tracker.
*It currently only shows grants awarded via the Electronic Single Application system. Dates of inclusion in this system will vary by grant program. We will add historic data for all awards not contained in this current report soon.
Funding Programs
Programs accept applications at different times throughout the year. Applicants submit most applications online through the Pennsylvania Electronic Single Application system. Use this list to find details on all DEP Grants Office programs. It includes information on application periods, eligibility, and where to apply.
Register as ESA Applicant
For issues related to completing the online application (non-specific to the grant program itself), please contact the ESA Help Desk at 833-448-0647 or by e-mail at egrantshelp@pa.gov.
Registering as a first-time ESA applicant – Keystone Login System
This video shows the first time ESA applicant the steps to register for a Keystone Login Account, which is needed to access and apply for grants in the Electronic Single Application system.
DEP Grants: Registering as a First-Time ESA Applicant – Keystone Login System
DEP offers competitive grant and rebate opportunities to support a range of programs to improve or protect the Commonwealth’s water, air, and land. This video shows the first time ESA applicant the steps to register for a Keystone Login Account, which is needed to access and apply for grants in the Electronic Single Application system. Learn more at dep.pa.gov/grants
How to Search for a Grant Program
This video will show how to search the Electronic Single Application system for available grant opportunities offered by DEP tailored to your organization or project type.
DEP Grants: How to Search for a Grant Program
DEP offers competitive grant and rebate opportunities to support a range of programs to improve or protect the Commonwealth’s water, air, and land. This video will show how to search the Electronic Single Application system for available grant opportunities offered by DEP tailored to your organization or project type. Learn more at dep.pa.gov/grants.
DEP Electronic Signature (eSignature) Process Instructions
If awarded a grant from DEP, the contracting process will be all electronic, including signatures on the grant agreement. This document explains the process and shows what the grantee signatories can expect when it comes time to sign their grant agreement.
- DEP Electronic Signature (eSignature) Process Instructions (PDF)
- Completing the eSignature Request (MP4)
This video will show how to search the Electronic Single Application system for available grant opportunities offered by DEP tailored to your organization or project type.
View the FAQ below for other important grant-related information and frequently asked questions.