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Gulfport GeckoWorld Grant

Gulfport Merchants Chamber board members present a Gecko World Grant check to the Tampa Bay Butterfly Foundation during a community event in Gulfport, Florida

2026 Gecko World Grant Applications Are Now Open

Supporting nonprofits and organizations making a difference in Gulfport

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Who Should Apply

The Gecko World Grant is one of the Gulfport Merchants Chamber’s most impactful initiatives—funding programs and projects that strengthen our community. Made possible through proceeds from Gecko World events, this grant supports nonprofits and organizations creating meaningful change in Gulfport.

  • Nonprofits and community organizations
  • Educational and public entities
  • Groups serving the Gulfport community

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Review full eligibility details, requirements, and submit your application through the official form.

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CANDL Corp representative accepts a Gecko World Grant from the Gulfport Merchants Chamber during a community event in Gulfport, Florida

Important Dates

Applications Open: March 31, 2026
Deadline to Apply: Aril 30, 2026
Grant Recipient Notified: May 15, 2026
Grant Distribution: Fall 2026

Gulfport Merchants Chamber board members present a Gecko World Grant check to the Sonia Plotnick Foundation at a community event in Gulfport, Florida

About the GeckoWorld Grant

The Gecko World Grant is funded through the Gulfport Merchants Chamber’s signature events, including GeckoFest, the Gecko Crawl, and the Gecko Ball, turning community celebration into community support.

Have a project that can make an impact in Gulfport? We encourage you to apply.