Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station/Floating Restroom Operation and Maintenance Grant FY21
Can you apply?
This grant is for California waterway organizations operating and maintaining pumpout stations, dump stations, and floating restrooms. Eligible applicants typically include local government agencies, special districts, and nonprofit organizations with jurisdiction over public waterways. The program serves coastal and inland water bodies throughout California. Funding supports operational costs like labor, fuel, supplies, and maintenance to keep facilities accessible to boaters.
Activities include staffing pumpout facilities, managing dump stations for waste disposal, and operating public restroom amenities on waterways. Equipment repair and facility upkeep are core eligible expenses. Applications must demonstrate cost-sharing capacity from local funds or in-kind contributions.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
This grant is for California waterway organizations operating and maintaining pumpout stations, dump stations, and floating restrooms. Eligible applicants typically include local government agencies, special districts, and nonprofit organizations with jurisdiction over public waterways. The program serves coastal and inland water bodies throughout California. Funding supports operational costs like labor, fuel, supplies, and maintenance to keep facilities accessible to boaters.
Activities include staffing pumpout facilities, managing dump stations for waste disposal, and operating public restroom amenities on waterways. Equipment repair and facility upkeep are core eligible expenses. Applications must demonstrate cost-sharing capacity from local funds or in-kind contributions.
Program description
The Pumpout Facility Grant Program funds the operation and maintenance of pumpout and dump stations on California’s waterways.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Details
This grant is for California waterway organizations operating and maintaining pumpout stations, dump stations, and floating restrooms. Eligible applicants typically include local government agencies, special districts, and nonprofit organizations with jurisdiction over public waterways. The program serves coastal and inland water bodies throughout California. Funding supports operational costs like labor, fuel, supplies, and maintenance to keep facilities accessible to boaters.
Activities include staffing pumpout facilities, managing dump stations for waste disposal, and operating public restroom amenities on waterways. Equipment repair and facility upkeep are core eligible expenses. Applications must demonstrate cost-sharing capacity from local funds or in-kind contributions.
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Program contact
- 📧 ashley.poutre@parks.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-327-1819
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | 1 | 1 | 100% |
Source: California Grants Portal
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