The Coastal Fund has three funding cycles each year for both major and minor funding applications. Applications must be submitted via our online application system by 8pm on the stated deadline.

Fall 2026 Funding Cycle

Major (over $1000) Application due date: October 2, 2026, 8pm
Minor ($1000 or less) Application due date: November 6, 2026, 8pm
Application Review: October – December 2026
Project timeline: January to December 2027
Approval notice mid December 2026
Funding available January 2027

Winter 2027 Funding Cycle

Major (over $1000) Application due date: January 8, 2027, 8pm
Minor ($1000 or less) Application due date: February 12, 2027, 8pm
Application Review: January – March 2027
Project timeline: April 2027 to March 2028
Approval notice late March 2027
Funding available April 2027

Spring 2027 Funding Cycle

Major (over $1000) Application due date: April 2, 2027, 8pm
Minor ($1000 or less) Application due date: May 7, 2027, 8pm
Application Review: March – June 2027
Project timeline: July 2027 to June 2028
Approval notice mid June 2027
Funding available July 2027