Rhode Island Sea Grant advances marine science and education to support our coastlines and communities. Despite broad support, proposed FY2026 federal budget cuts threaten key programs that strengthen coastal resilience, sustainable fisheries, and science-based decision-making.

These funds are critical for leveraging state and private investment, supporting local research, and training future ocean leaders. Continued support ensures we can protect Rhode Island’s coastal economy and ecosystems while connecting science and society for a more resilient, sustainable future.

“There are few scientific research programs that have more direct, economic benefits than Sea Grant.”

“Sea Grant has supported my fishing business like no other organization in my region providing education and needed research to build fish to abundance so there are more of them in the water for all of us to catch, eat and/or release. It is an economic driver.”