Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE)
The SAVE program funds local agencies in California to remove and prevent abandoned recreational vessels, improving waterway safety and environmental health.
Funder: California Department of Parks and Recreation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Annual total pool ~$2.75M; individual awards up to 10% of total pool (typically $30,000–$275,000); 10% local match required.
Summary: Annual grants to local agencies for the removal, reduction, and prevention of abandoned recreational vessels in California waterways.
Key Information: Only local public agencies with jurisdiction over CA navigable waterways are eligible; private entities must partner with a public agency.
Description
The Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) program, administered by the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways, provides annual grants to qualified local public agencies in California. The program’s goal is to remove, reduce, and prevent abandoned recreational vessels from entering and polluting the state’s waterways. Funds support a range of activities, including vessel abatement, removal, storage, disposal, towing, hazardous material removal, demolition, and associated administrative costs. The program is designed to enhance waterway safety and environmental health by eliminating hazardous vessels and related debris.
