The Commonwealth has opened Round II of the Blue Charter Incubator. It gives grants to government-led projects that protect the ocean and support a sustainable blue economy. All 56 Commonwealth member countries can apply, and Nigeria is one of them. Each country can send up to two applications. About 10 to 15 projects will be chosen.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- The lead applicant must be a legally established national or sub-national government body. This can be a ministry, department, agency or other public body.
- NGOs, universities, research institutions, community groups and private companies can join as partners. They cannot lead the application.
- Individuals and startups cannot apply on their own.
- Each Commonwealth country can submit up to two applications.
- The project must last between 6 and 18 months.
- The project must fall under one of these areas: marine pollution, marine ecosystem restoration, sustainable blue economy, sustainable fisheries, or ocean and climate action.
- The project should support the Apia Commonwealth Ocean Declaration and match your country's priorities.
Benefits
- Grants of £20,000 to £50,000 per project.
- Support for about 10 to 15 projects.
- Funding for ocean and climate action in member countries.
How to Apply
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- Visit the official Blue Charter Incubator Round II page.
- Read the guidelines, assessment criteria and FAQs.
- Download and fill in the Word application form.
- Submit it through the online application form on the official page before December 11, 2026, 11:59 p.m. GMT.
- For questions, use the contact details on the official page. Put “Blue Charter Incubator – Application Query” in the email subject line.
Selected projects are expected to be announced by the second quarter of 2027.
Disclaimer
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