Education and Outreach
This grant funds projects that educate California boaters on proper sewage disposal and pumpout facility use to reduce water pollution and support clean boating.
Funder: California Department of Parks and Recreation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Recent awards for Education and Outreach range from ~$270,000 to $320,000 per project; annual cycle, amounts may vary.
Summary: Supports projects that educate recreational boaters in California on proper sewage disposal and pumpout facility use to reduce water pollution.
Key Information: Open to any organization; aligns with Clean Vessel Act objectives for clean boating and water quality.
Description
The Education and Outreach grant, administered by the California Department of Parks and Recreation’s Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) under the Clean Vessel Act, funds projects that educate recreational boaters about proper sewage disposal and the correct use of pumpout and dump station facilities. The program’s goal is to promote public awareness, reduce pollution from vessel sewage discharges, and foster clean, safe, and enjoyable recreational boating in California. Eligible activities include developing and delivering educational materials, conducting outreach on pumpout facility use, and supporting monitoring efforts tied to education and outreach objectives.
