Department of Parks and Recreation
state agency
Funding opportunities
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
Purpose: The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) was established by Congress in 1964 to fulfill a bipartisan commitment to safeguard our natural areas, wate...
The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27
Purpose: The purpose of the Recreational Trails Program is to provide for well managed OHV Recreation by providing financial assistance to eligible agencies and...
Division of Boating and Waterways Aquatic Center Boating Safety Education Grant FY26
Purpose: Provide boating safety education to the general public. Description: These grants are available to organizations that offer on-the-water boating safety...
Division of Boating and Waterways 2026 Boating Infrastructure Grant
Purpose: Provides funding to construct or improve infrastructure used by transient recreational vessels 26 feet or more in length. Description: The Boating Infr...
Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program (SPP) – Round 5 – Proposition 4
Purpose: The Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program (SPP) that helps support the acquisition and development of new parks and the renov...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY27
Purpose: Provide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public boat launching facilities, primarily for motorized vessels. Description: In accordance...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program FY27
Purpose: Provide resources to local agencies to repair or renovate public boating access facilities. Description: The Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Gra...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY27
Purpose: Provide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public non-motorized boating access. Description: The Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Sign Grant Program FY27
Purpose: Provide resources to replace or install signs at DBW funded boat launching facilities. Description: The Statewide Sign Grant Program installs and repla...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station/Floating Restroom Operation and Maintenance Grant FY26
Purpose: This grant provides resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways. Description: The Pumpout Facility Grant Program funds the operation...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY26
Purpose: This grant provides resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways. Description: The Pumpout Facility Grant Program funds the constructi...
Division of Boating and Waterways Clean Vessel Act Education and Outreach Grant FY 2026
Purpose: Provide education and awareness about the proper disposal of boat sewage Description: Provides education to promote public awareness about boat sewage,...
Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program (GCA)- G26
Purpose: The Grants and Cooperative Agreements (GCA) Program provides for well managed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation by providing financial assistance to...
Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program (GCA)- G25
Purpose: The Grants and Cooperative Agreements (GCA) Program provides for well managed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation by providing financial assistance to...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY25
Purpose: This grant provides resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways. Description: The Pumpout Facility Grant Program funds the constructi...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station/Floating Restroom Operation and Maintenance Grant FY25
Purpose: This grant provides resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways. Description: The Pumpout Facility Grant Program funds the operation...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Boating Safety and Enforcement Equipment Grant Program FY26
Purpose: Enhancing public boating safety. Description: This program provides grants to local government agencies for the purchase of boating safety and law enfo...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange Grant Program FY26
Purpose: Improve public and navigational safety and reduce environmental damage. Description: This program provides funding for abatement, removal, storage and...