The Department of the Navy Recruiting Command awarded a $6 million Formula Grant to the US Naval Sea Cadet Corps to support the Naval Sea Cadet Corps Youth Development, Education and Training Program from April 23, 2021 through April 22, 2022. This funding supports the Basic and Applied Scientific Research federal grant program (CFDA 12.300), which aims to stimulate basic and applied research with potential to improve naval operations through supporting educational institutions, non-profits and other research organizations. Specifically, the grant funds will be used to support and stimulate research and technology development with the Naval Sea Cadet Corps that has the potential to improve naval operations, as well as train and motivate future scientists and engineers.