Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange Grant Program FY26

The Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange Grant Program FY26 aims to improve public and navigational safety and reduce environmental damage by providing funding for the abatement, removal, storage, and disposal of abandoned recreational vessels. The program is open to local government agencies in California with citation authority over their area of responsibility. Grantees are required to contribute a 10% cash or in-kind match. The total estimated available funding is $1,000,000, and the expected award announcement is in August. The period of performance is 24 months. • Eligible applicants: Public agencies, local government agencies • Eligible geographies: California navigable waterways • Matching funding requirement: 10% cash or in-kind match • Funding source: Abandoned Watercraft Abatement Fund (AWAF) • Funding method: Reimbursement