Boating Safety Education Grant
The Boating Safety Education Grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources funds research-based programs to improve boating safety knowledge and practices in Ohio.
Funder: Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (application deadline) | May 2027 (signed agreement deadline) | November 2026 (annual report) | November 2027 (final report)
Funding Amounts: $1,000–$60,000 per award; 2-year project period; 25% cost share/in-kind required
Summary: Supports Ohio-based nonprofit and local government programs that develop and deliver boating safety education.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity—dates are projected and subject to change.
Description
The Boating Safety Education Grant, administered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), provides funding for the development, expansion, and delivery of boating safety education programs in Ohio. The program aims to reduce boating accidents and fatalities by supporting educational efforts that promote safe boating practices. Funding is available to political subdivisions and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, with a focus on increasing public awareness and compliance with Ohio boating laws.
