Clean Boats, Clean Waters supports organizations running boat inspections and boater education at Wisconsin landings to prevent the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species.
CBCW final applications are due November 16, 2026; emailed applications must reach DNRSurfaceWaterGrants@wisconsin.gov by 11:59 p.m., and mailed applications must be postmarked by November 16. The new notice explicitly includes CBCW applicants.
Federal Clean Vessel Act Grant Program supports Wisconsin projects that provide recreational boaters with sewage-disposal facilities and information to help them dispose of waste safely and reduce waterway pollution.
Surface Water Grant Program supports Wisconsin communities, conservation organizations, and researchers in education, planning, restoration, and invasive species work to protect waters and aquatic ecosystems.
Lake Monitoring & Protection Network supports Wisconsin counties, tribes, and designated agents in lake monitoring and invasive species prevention to strengthen coverage and limit invasive species movement.
Healthy Lakes & Rivers supports organizations installing five simple practices on public and private shorelands to improve habitat and water quality in Wisconsin’s lakes and rivers.
Boat Enforcement Patrol Grants support Wisconsin counties and municipalities by funding local boating law enforcement patrols on their waters to sustain enforcement and state oversight.