Monterey Bay Sanctuary Foundation
Grant Endorsements, Fiscal Sponsorships (Regranting), and Donations

MBSF is organized to solicit and administer grants, donations, and other revenues to support coastal and ocean programs. MBSF does not have its own grant programs but can serve as a fiscal sponsor for independent parties. As a fiscal sponsor, MBSF establishes a pre-approved grant relationship with an independent party (i.e., an individual or organization). MBSF may then, on behalf of the independent party, accept grant funds for projects that are consistent with the goals and mission of MBSF. MBSF funds such projects only to the extent that money is received from donors. An administrative fee is negotiated for services.

Applicants interested in having MBSF endorse a project or using it as a fiscal sponsor should provide copies of their proposals to MBSF at least eight weeks prior to any grant application deadline. Proposals should clearly identify the goals of the project and the means of accomplishing those goals. They should also include a schedule and budget and identify the organization to which the proposal will be submitted.

Donations
The Foundation accepts tax-deductible donations and gifts from individuals, private foundations and corporations on behalf of the Sanctuary. The Foundation is a public benefit 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

Sponsorship Process

Sponsorship Agreement

Grant Reporting Form

For Further Information
If you have any questions about the MBSF, you may email Linda Rosinski (admin@mbnmsf.org) or call (831) 647-4209. If you would like further information about the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, feel free to call the Sanctuary office at (831) 647-4201 or go to their website at http://montereybay.nos.noaa.gov.