Notice DMF Cape Cod European Green Crab Earmark Program

The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (MADMF) is offering grant funds to support the reduction of invasive European Green Crabs in Cape Cod Communities. The goal of the program is to provide equipment, supplies, and other incentives to reduce the population of green crabs. Eligible applicants include legally recognized entities, such as counties, municipalities, or tribal governments. The application deadline is March 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM. • Eligible projects include the purchase of appliances, specialized green crab traps, and financial incentives for fishers to catch and remove green crabs. • The grant opportunity is open to entities that can enter into a contract with the Commonwealth. • There is no match requirement for the funding opportunity. • The contract period will begin on the date the contract is executed by MADMF and end on June 30, 2026.