Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Sign Grant Program FY27

The Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) Statewide Sign Grant Program provides funding to public agencies in California to replace or install signage at boat‑launching facilities that are obsolete, damaged, missing, or required for safety or federal compliance. Grants are awarded on a reimbursement basis, with each award ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 and a performance period of one year. Eligible applicants are public agencies (cities, counties, special districts, or state/federal entities) that operate DBW‑funded facilities in California. No matching funds or letters of intent are required. The application window opens August 13 2026 and closes February 1 2027. • Funding source: State’s Harbors and Watercraft Revolving Fund (reimbursement). • Eligible recipients: California public agencies that manage DBW‑funded boat launch sites. • Grant size: $1,000‑$10,000 per award; number of awards dependent on budget. • Use of funds: Replace, install, or repair signs for safety, accuracy, or federal requirements. • Application deadline: 12:00 PM UTC on 1 Feb 2027; period of performance is 1 year. • No matching fund requirement; no letter of intent needed. • Contact for questions: Joe Dux (916) 902‑8822, [email protected].