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2025 Release of 2nd Round Request for Proposals
2025 Release of 2nd Round Request for Proposals
2nd GCEEC Request for Proposals 2025_Final.pdfThe Gulf Coastal Environmental Engagement Center (GCEEC) is pleased to announce the launch of our second Request for Proposals (RFP) for the competitive subaward program. This initiative supports locally driven projects that advance water quality, habitat restoration, and community resilience across our coastal region.
This new round of funding will expand our support for efforts that align with GCEEC’s mission—empowering communities to implement impactful, place-based solutions that deliver measurable benefits to the Gulf Coast.
To request a copy of the RFP, which includes funding timelines, eligibility requirements, proposal guidelines, and submission instructions, please contact MLind@southalabama.edu.
Application Deadline: October 31, 2025
Award Announcements Expected: January 2026
Previous Events
Previous Events
The GCEEC proudly participated in the Partners for Environmental Progress (PEP) 25th Annual Membership Meeting and Awards Ceremony, held on September 25th in Mobile, Alabama. The event honored the impactful contributions of local businesses and organizations while commemorating PEP’s 25-year legacy—a quarter-century dedicated to advancing environmental sustainability and promoting responsible industry practices along the Gulf Coast. Since its inception, PEP has cultivated collaboration among businesses, industries, and the broader community to drive meaningful and lasting environmental progress.
A collaborative workshop was held at USA campus on Friday, August 22, 2025, with over 60 participants and featured keynote speakers who shared valuable perspectives. First-round funding awardees presented projects that showcased innovative, cost-effective solutions to strengthen coastal communities, improve water quality, enhance resilience, and advance education and outreach. The workshop also introduced second-round funding opportunities with guidance on proposal development and concluded with an engaging breakout session to foster collaboration among academia, non-profit organizations, communities, and stakeholders.
A collaborative workshop was held at USA campus on Friday, August 22, 2025, with over 60 participants and featured keynote speakers who shared valuable perspectives. First-round funding awardees presented projects that showcased innovative, cost-effective solutions to strengthen coastal communities, improve water quality, enhance resilience, and advance education and outreach. The workshop also introduced second-round funding opportunities with guidance on proposal development and concluded with an engaging breakout session to foster collaboration among academia, non-profit organizations, communities, and stakeholders.
April 1, 2025 - Announcement of the projects awarded funding (see Projects Updated)
The GCEEC was a sponsor at the Eleventh Annual Sustainability Summit convened by the Alabama Coastal Foundation (ACF) on Friday, January 31, 2025. The summit will took place at The Lodge at Gulf State Park. The theme is Future Signposts: Learning how to improve, protect, and celebrate our environment. www.joinacf.org
The GCEEC was a sponsor at the Eleventh Annual Sustainability Summit convened by the Alabama Coastal Foundation (ACF) on Friday, January 31, 2025. The summit will took place at The Lodge at Gulf State Park. The theme is Future Signposts: Learning how to improve, protect, and celebrate our environment. www.joinacf.org
Dr. Shenghua Wu presented a talk titled “Turning Gaps into Opportunities: Collaborative Action for a Sustainable and Resilient Gulf Coast” and highlighted the role of GCEEC in supporting coastal communities.
2024
The GCEEC was an exhibitor at the 2024 Bays and Bayous Symposium on November 19-20th at the Mississippi Coast Convention Center. During this two-day event, leading scientists, educators and coastal experts converged to explore, share and learn about the unique ecosystems of the Gulf of Mexico. https://bbs24.baysandbayous.org/
The GCEEC was an exhibitor at the 2024 Bays and Bayous Symposium on November 19-20th at the Mississippi Coast Convention Center. During this two-day event, leading scientists, educators and coastal experts converged to explore, share and learn about the unique ecosystems of the Gulf of Mexico. https://bbs24.baysandbayous.org/
Dr. Shenghua Wu presented the GCEEC's funding opportunity at the workshop of "Climate and Resilience Grant Writing Success" at 5 Rivers - Blakeley Hall at Spanish Fort, Alabama on August 22, 2024.
Dr. Shenghua Wu presented the GCEEC's funding opportunity at the workshop of "Climate and Resilience Grant Writing Success" at 5 Rivers - Blakeley Hall at Spanish Fort, Alabama on August 22, 2024.
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