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Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station/Floating Restroom Operation and Maintenance Grant FY26

Department of Parks and RecreationCloses Jun 30, 2027(253 days left)

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This California program pays marina owners and other facility operators to run and maintain pumpout and dump stations that keep boater sewage out of waterways. It is for entities already operating such facilities on California waterways, and it requires a 25 percent cash or in-kind match. If you do not operate a pumpout, dump station, or floating restroom, do not bother applying.

Best for
Public and private marina owners in California, Operators of existing pumpout or dump stations, Public agencies and tribes running boating facilities, Nonprofits operating waterfront facilities
Not for
Businesses with no pumpout or dump facility to operate, Organizations outside California, Startups seeking general operating funds
Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Environment & ConservationCurrently accepting applications
75
Strong Match
Agriculture & FarmingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to agriculture & farming
54
Possible Match
Arts & CultureLimit: Nothing in this notice points to arts & culture
54
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Construction & InfrastructureLimit: Nothing in this notice points to construction & infrastructure
54
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Education & TrainingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to education & training
54
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Energy & Clean TechLimit: Nothing in this notice points to energy & clean tech
54
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IndustryEstimated fit
Finance & BankingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to finance & banking
54
Possible Match
Food & BeverageLimit: Nothing in this notice points to food & beverage
54
Possible Match
Healthcare & BiotechLimit: Nothing in this notice points to healthcare & biotech
54
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Housing & Real EstateLimit: Nothing in this notice points to housing & real estate
54
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ManufacturingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to manufacturing
54
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Retail & E-CommerceLimit: Nothing in this notice points to retail & e-commerce
54
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Social Services & NonprofitLimit: Nothing in this notice points to social services & nonprofit
54
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Technology & SoftwareLimit: Nothing in this notice points to technology & software
54
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Transportation & LogisticsLimit: Nothing in this notice points to transportation & logistics
54
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These are our matcher’s estimates for a typical business in each industry. A real match depends on your size, your state and what you need the money for — check your own fit.

What this funds

Who can apply
Small businesses, For-profit companies, Individuals, Nonprofits, State and local governments, Tribal governments and organizations

Questions about this grant

When is the application deadline?
June 30, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific time.
How much funding can an applicant receive?
No fixed award amount is published; awards depend on the applications received. The total program funding is $24,000, and grantees must contribute a 25 percent cash or in-kind match. Payments are made as reimbursements.
Who can apply for this grant?
Businesses, individuals, nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments may apply. In practice this targets public and private marina owners operating facilities on California waterways.
Can a sole proprietor or single-member LLC apply?
Yes. Individuals and businesses are both listed as eligible applicant types, so a sole proprietor or single-member LLC can apply.
Can a nonprofit apply?
Yes, nonprofits are listed as an eligible applicant type.

Summary

This grant provides resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways.

About this grant

This grant provides resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways.

The Pumpout Facility Grant Program funds the operation and maintenance of pumpout and dump stations on California's waterways.

Type: Grant Award: not published as a fixed amount; depends on the applications received Total available: $24,000.00 Matching funds: 25% (Grantees contribute 25 percent cash or in-kind match.) Funding method: Reimbursement(s) Funding source: Federal Deadline: 2027-06-30 11:59:00 (Pacific time) Award period: 1 Year Apply at: http://olga.dbw.parks.ca.gov/egrams_dbw/User/home.aspx Source: California Grants Portal record 182694, published by the State of California.

Who can apply

Eligible applicant types: Business; Individual; Nonprofit; Public Agency; Tribal Government

Public and private marina owners

Geography: California waterways

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Environment
  • Parks recreation

Program contact

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