Commercial and Charter Vessel Access Grant
The Commercial and Charter Vessel Access Grant from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries funds projects that improve public access for fishing vessels during flood-related disasters.
Funder: Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted until funds are exhausted; recent cycle opened Dec 5, 2023 and is now closed)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 per project for access grants; total program allocation $4 million; cost-reimbursement model.
Summary: Supports Louisiana commercial and charter fishing operations with facility access improvements to recover from disaster-related losses.
Key Information: Projects must improve public access for commercial/charter vessels during flood events and be located in Louisiana.
Description
This grant, managed by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries (LDWF), provides funding to support the commercial and charter fishing industry in Louisiana as part of fisheries disaster recovery efforts. The program specifically targets projects that improve or create public access for commercial and charter vessels during and after flood events, helping maintain operations and the economic viability of fishing communities impacted by disasters such as hurricanes or floods.
