Abandoned Watercraft Abatement Fund

Public agencies may apply for grants to remove, store and dispose of abandoned recreational vessels and other navigational hazards.

Aquatic Centers

Universities, colleges, local public and nonprofits are eligible to receive grants to fund classroom and on-the-water safety education.

Boat Launching Facilities

Local public entities may apply for grants to plan, design, renovate, and construct launching ramps and facilities for motorized and non-motorized boats.

Boating Law Enforcement Grant Program

Local governmental agencies may apply for grants to purchase boats, equipment, dive gear, etc.

Boating Safety and Enforcement Financial Aid Program

Local governmental agencies may apply for grants to purchase boats, boat patrol equipment, dive gear, etc. Funding may also cover training, law enforcement personnel, search and rescue operations, recovery of drowned bodies, etc.

Coastal Beach Erosion Control

Grants are available to public entities to plan, design and restore public beaches.

National Boating Infrastructure

Local public agencies may apply for grants to provide transient (guest) dockage for recreational boats 26 feet or more in length.

Vessel Pumpout Stations

Funds the placement of vessel pumpout stations.

Vessel Turn-In Program

Public agencies may apply for funds to run a program in which dilapidated vessels are voluntarily surrendered to them by owners.

Private Marinas

Local private entities may apply for funding to plan, design, renovate and construct small craft harbors, marinas, dry storage facilities and fund emergency repairs.

Public Marinas

Local public entities may apply for funding to plan, design, renovate and construct small craft harbors, marinas, dry storage facilities and fund emergency repairs.