Grant Reviewer Guidelines
Become a BoatUS Foundation Grant Reviewer
Become a BoatUS Foundation Grant Reviewer
The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is seeking qualified grant reviewers to evaluate proposals for Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal grants.
Preferred Backgrounds
We are seeking potential grant reviewers with knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Marine Debris
Experience and expertise in marine debris ADV removal projects, knowledge of current issues and trends in marine debris management, and/or familiarity with different types of marine debris and their impact on ecosystems.
- Behavior Change and Education
A background in behavior change strategies, especially related to environmental issues; experience in designing and implementing educational programs; and/or understanding effective communication methods to promote behavior change within communities.
- Marketing and Outreach
Demonstrated skills in marketing and outreach campaigns, particularly in the context of environmental initiatives; experience in employing digital and traditional media for awareness and engagement; and/or ability to develop and implement communication strategies to reach diverse audiences.
- Financial Analysis and Grant Management
Expertise in financial analysis and budgeting, with a focus on grant-funded projects, experience in evaluating project budgets for feasibility and cost-effectiveness, and/or familiarity with grant management processes, including monitoring and reporting requirements.
- Environmental Conservation and Sustainability
A strong background in environmental conservation and sustainability practices, knowledge of best practices in sustainable waste management, and/or understanding the broader environmental impact of marine debris removal projects.
- Project Evaluation and Impact Assessment
Experience in evaluating project proposals and assessing their potential impact and/or familiarity with metrics used to measure success in environmental projects.
- Legal and Regulatory Knowledge
Understanding of relevant environmental laws and regulations related to marine debris removal and/or experience navigating the legal landscape associated with environmental projects.
- Innovation and Technology Integration
Familiarity with innovative technologies and approaches in marine debris removal and disposal
- Community Needs
Understanding of the needs and challenges of underserved communities that have been historically marginalized and/or overburdened by pollution, belong to a tribal or underserved community that has faced marine debris challenges, and/or knowledge of best practices in incorporating community input and the principles of diversity, equity, and/or inclusion into project design and implementation.
Time Commitment
- Willing to commit to at least one (1) review cycle:
- Each review cycle will last two to three months.
- Reviews are expected to occur from December 2024 through July 2025.
- The time commitment required is approximately 25 hours per review cycle.
- Reviewers must be able to attend between four and eight hours of virtual meetings for committee discussions during each review cycle.
Grant Reviewer Requirements
- Analyze grant applications effectively against specific criteria.
- Align with the Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal initiative.
- Reviews are expected to occur from December 2024 through July 2025.
- Access grant reviewing software on a desktop, laptop or tablet.
- Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess the feasibility, impact, and innovation of proposed marine debris removal projects.
- Maintain a strong sense of ethics and impartiality to ensure fair evaluation without bias.
- Engage in discussion, communicate clearly, and provide constructive feedback in the evaluation process.
- Avoid any conflicts of interest, direct or perceived, and maintain confidentiality.