National Nonprofit Organization Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Grant Program

United States Coast Guard $50,000–$600,000Due in 16 days

Deadline: Jul 7, 2026
Posted: Jun 5, 2026
Award amount: $50,000–$600,000
Focus areas: Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification)

Who can apply

Only projects determined to be national-in-scope are allowable. Applicants must meet one of three definitions: (1) the ability to provide RBS services in all regions per Appendix A: Grant Regional Map; (2) currently providing recreational boating services in all regions; or (3) proposing a specific plan and timeline to partner and/or contract with other national, state, and/or local organizations across all regions to provide RBS services.

About this grant

The mission of the National RBS Program is to ensure the public has a safe, secure, and enjoyable recreational boating experience by implementing programs designed to minimize the loss of life, personal injury, and property damage while cooperating with environmental and national security efforts via cooperative agreements with nonprofit organizations.

Source: public records via Grants.gov. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with any funding agency. Always confirm details on the official listing before applying.