National Nonprofit Organization Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Grant Program
Cynthia Dudzinski Lead Grants Management Specialist has posted this community grant for nonprofits and other eligible applicants, with applications due Jul 7, 2026. It provides awards up to $50K–$600K.
Open the official Grants.gov listingOpportunity description
The mission of the National RBS Program is to ensure the public has a safe, secure, and enjoyable recreational boating experience by implementing programs designed to minimize the loss of life, personal injury, and property damage while cooperating with environmental and national security efforts via cooperative agreements with nonprofit organizations.
Who can apply
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Only projects determined to be national-in-scope are allowable. Applicants must meet one of three definitions: (1) the ability to provide RBS services in all regions per Appendix A: Grant Regional Map; (2) currently providing recreational boating services in all regions; or (3) proposing a specific plan and timeline to partner and/or contract with other national, state, and/or local organizations across all regions to provide RBS services.
Funding
Agency contact
Cynthia Dudzinski Lead Grants Management Specialist
Cynthia Dudzinski Lead Grants Management Specialist Phone 5716082233
cynthia.m.dudzinski@uscg.milWhere to apply
Submission is handled entirely on Grants.gov. Open the official listing below to see the full notice, required forms, and the authoritative deadline.
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