UNDP Ocean Innovation Challenge

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Enriched multilateral · Found: 2026-03-14 15:32

All 4 calls closed. No 5th call announced. USD 50k-250k per project. NGOs eligible. Monitor for 5th call. OIC has funded marine pollution reduction projects.

Source: https://oceaninnovationchallenge.org

Funding Details

Funder: UNDP (United Nations Development Programme)
Funding Goal: Accelerate progress on SDG14 through innovative ocean and coastal restoration approaches
Funding Amount: USD 50,000-250,000 per project (based on previous calls) (50.000 € – 250.000 €)
Deadline: All calls closed. 5th call date not announced. (periodic)
How to Apply: oceaninnovationchallenge.org when call opens
Target Region: Developing countries (global)
Contact: oic.info@undp.org
Last Checked: 2026-03-14 15:37

Application Checklist

Eligibility

NGOs/CSOs explicitly eligible
Projects must benefit stakeholders in developing countries

Project Scope

Must demonstrate innovation in ocean/coastal management
Must address ocean and coastal restoration or SDG14
Innovation and entrepreneurial approach valued

Constraints

Budget small (USD 50-250k) — best suited for pilot projects
Programme currently between calls

Summary

UNDP Ocean Innovation Challenge: periodic grant programme for innovative ocean solutions in developing countries. USD 50k-250k per project. All 4 calls closed, no 5th call announced. Best suited for pilot initiatives. Register at oceaninnovationchallenge.org for notifications. Consider application for marine plastic collection pilot in coastal Tanzania or Vietnam.

Historical Context

OIC has run 4 calls since launch: marine pollution (1st), sustainable fisheries (2nd), MPAs/blue economy (3rd), accelerated blue economy for SIDS/LDCs (4th). Each call different thematic focus. UNDP funds through ocean programme.

Why it was added

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