Funder: United States Coast Guard
Due Dates: December 17, 2025 (Application deadline) | January 31, 2026 (Certification of Numbered Vessels) | March 1, 2026 (Report of Certificates of Number Issued) | December 31, 2026 (Annual Performance Reports)
Funding Amounts: Estimated total funding $129,143,906 for FY26; typical state allocations range from ~$784k to $12.3M; federal share not to exceed 50% of total program costs per state.
Summary: Provides federal financial assistance to designated state agencies to support recreational boating safety programs, including education, law enforcement, and facility improvements.
Key Information: Only the designated state authority/agency may apply; cost sharing (1:1 match) is required; not open to the public.