11th Hour Racing

Enriched International · Found: 2026-03-10 13:43

11th Hour Racing promotes sustainable practices within sailing and marine industries while funding projects that improve ocean health. Grants support innovative solutions for clean technologies, ocean literacy, and plastic pollution. Past grants have ranged from $10,000 to over $100,000 for impactful ocean health projects.

Source: https://11thhourracing.org

Funding Details

Funder

11th Hour Racing

Funding Goal

Fund innovative projects improving ocean health, with focus on two areas: (1) sustainability in the marine industry (clean technologies, sustainable practices in sailing and maritime sectors), and (2) community-led ecosystem restoration projects (e.g. mangrove restoration, kelp restoration, coastal habitat restoration). Grants must be tied to specific projects with measurable outcomes.

Funding Amount

Typical grants range from $40,000 to $150,000 USD, average $75,000. First-time grants to new organizations are generally smaller. (40.000 € – 150.000 €)

Deadline

Rolling basis (Rolling)

How to Apply

Online application form at https://11thhourracing.org/apply-for-a-grant/. Must provide: organization summary, project description, location, funding amount requested, total project budget, project category (marine industry sustainability or ecosystem restoration), 501(c)(3) status, partner information.

Target Region

Global (project location must be specified in application)

Official Page

https://11thhourracing.org/apply-for-a-grant/

Last Checked

2026-05-07 08:01

Application Checklist

Eligibility

• Organisation must have 501(c)(3) status or equivalent non-profit status
• Returning grantees must contact their existing grant manager for renewal — separate process

Project Scope

• Project must fall under one of two 2026 focus areas: sustainability in the marine industry OR community-led ecosystem restoration

Required Documents

• Application includes: project description, location, budget, partner information, and category selection

Constraints

• Grant must be tied to a specific project with measurable outcomes — not general operating support, endowment, or capital/infrastructure
• Typical grant range: $40,000–$150,000 USD; first-time grantees typically receive smaller awards
• Grants are generally one year in length; multi-year grants are less common

Summary

11th Hour Racing is a grant-giving programme that funds innovative projects to improve ocean health, drawing inspiration from the dynamics of sailboat racing and the urgency of climate action. In 2026, the programme accepts applications in two focus areas: sustainability in the marine industry, and community-led ecosystem restoration projects. The thematic scope covers clean technologies in the marine sector, ocean health innovation, coastal ecosystem restoration (including mangroves and kelp), and community-based environmental stewardship. Projects must be tied to specific outcomes and have measurable results. Eligible activities include development and implementation of clean marine technologies, ecosystem restoration initiatives, and sustainable practices in maritime industries. Capital and infrastructure grants are not available, nor is endowment funding. Grants must fund a defined project. Geographically, the programme is open globally; applicants must specify the project location. There is no stated geographic restriction. Eligible applicants include organisations with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status (US) or equivalent. New organisations are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year. Previous grantees are directed to speak with their grant manager for renewals. Typical grant awards range from $40,000 to $150,000 USD, with an average of $75,000. Grants are generally one year in duration. Multi-year grants are offered less frequently. First-time grants are generally smaller than the average.

Historical Context

11th Hour Racing is a grant-giving program inspired by ocean racing and climate urgency. Grants are typically one year in length; multi-year grants are offered less frequently.

Why it was added

Marine sustainability funder with explicit ocean literacy and clean ocean technology grants

Sources

• https://11thhourracing.org
• https://11thhourracing.org/grants/
• https://11thhourracing.org/grant-giving/
• https://11thhourracing.org/apply-for-a-grant/

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