FY 2027/28 CDFW Boating Access Grant Program
This open federal grant from Department of Fish and Wildlife supports environment-focused work and is available to nonprofits and other eligible applicants, with applications due Nov 5, 2026.
Apply on the California Grants PortalOpportunity description
Project activities eligible for Boating Access grant funds include: Planning, permitting, and design for Boating Access Facilities. Construction of Boating Access Facilities Administration and Coordination of boating access programs (personnel, travel, training, planning, etc.). Amenities for Boaters, including compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) at Boating Access Facilities: This may include restrooms, wash-down stations, fish cleaning stations for boaters, ramps, courtesy or loading docks, maneuvering areas, parking areas, walkways, beaching areas for boats, picnic tables, garbage facilities for boaters, shade structures, lighting, signage, etc. Launching and landing facilities for paddle craft and non-motorized boats. Outreach to boaters about available boating access and amenities. Aquatic Invasive Species Information and Education – including inspection (not enforcement) as long as the purpose is to keep boaters boating. Vegetation management – As long as the purpose is to keep boaters accessing the water. Pump out facilities for vessels that have on-board sanitary holding tanks. Fueling docks for boaters. Potable water supplies for boaters. Dinghy docks. Operation and Maintenance of boating access facilities.
Who can apply
- Nonprofit
- Public Agency
- Tribal Government
Federal agencies are not eligible to apply.
Where to apply
This is a California state grant. Applications are submitted through the awarding agency and the California Grants Portal — not VolunteerBadge. Confirm the deadline and full requirements on the official listing before you begin.
Official the California Grants Portal listingThis listing is sourced from the public California Grants Portal (data.ca.gov) and is provided for general informational purposes. VolunteerBadge is not affiliated with the State of California or the awarding agency. Always verify details on the official listing before applying.