Funding for Boating Facilities and Waterway Access Projects in Florida (USA)
GrantID: 74351
Grant Funding Amount Low: Open
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: Open
Summary
Designed to enhance public boating access and related infrastructure, grants typically range from around $10,000 to over $600,000 per project depending on size and scope. Recent examples include modest awards under $50,000 for educational or navigation signage and larger funds up to $600,000 for comprehensive ramp replacements or marina docks.
Funds may be used for capital improvements such as boat ramps, docks, lifts, hoists, marine railways, mooring buoys, channel markers, restrooms, parking areas, and related utilities. The program also supports boating education, removal of derelict vessels, economic development tied to boating access, and waterway safety enhancements.
This annual program opens in late winter—typically February—with applications submitted by early April. Applicants must provide both electronic and physical copies to the state’s conservation commission. After evaluation, awards are announced in late spring. Funding is reimbursed upon project completion and approval; no direct reimbursements are provided upfront. Applicants who contribute additional resources or match funding may receive favorable consideration, though matches are not mandatory.
Eligible applicants include local government bodies nonprofits, private businesses, and individuals are not eligible. Submissions from rural or underserved counties may receive priority scoring. Funded projects require a commitment to maintain facilities for at least 20 years. This grant supports public agencies in expanding boating access, promoting waterway safety, and driving local tourism and economic activity through strategic marine infrastructure development.
Those working in Non-Profit Support Services and located in Florida may meet the eligibility criteria for this grant. To browse other funding opportunities suited to your focus areas, visit The Grant Portal and try the Search Grant tool.
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