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Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Open
OpenLast verified: 2026-11-05

About This Grant

CDFW will fund one-time start-up costs to implement efforts to prevent the overland spread of invasive golden mussel from the Delta where they have been detected. Project types include but are not limited to rapid decontamination systems, boat submersion systems, mobile hot water watercraft/equipment decontamination units, and stationary watercraft/equipment decontamination stations. Projects must be on or centrally located to Delta waterways and support the five Delta counties (Yolo, Sacramento, Solano, Contra Costa, and San Joaquin). Fundable costs include, but are not limited to, equipment and supplies, site development and installation, and watercraft inspection training and equipment.

Grant Summary

Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel is a Department of Fish and Wildlife grant providing up to $6M for small business, nonprofit, municipality. Applications are due 2026-12-15 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

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Focus Areas

environment & water; parks & recreation

Eligibility

small businessnonprofitmunicipalityschool districttribal government

How to Apply

Funding Range

Up to $6M

Deadline

2026-12-15

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel from Department of Fish and Wildlife, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
  4. 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Department of Fish and Wildlife before the deadline.
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Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel?

Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel is offered by Department of Fish and Wildlife. The listing names these applicant types: small business, nonprofit, municipality, school district, tribal government. It is available in CA. The funder's eligibility section is the authority, so confirm your organization type, location, and the population or project served against it before applying.

How much funding does the Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel provide?

Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel provides up to $6M per award from Department of Fish and Wildlife. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel deadline?

Applications for Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel are due 2026-12-15 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Department of Fish and Wildlife, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel?

To apply for Delta-Based Decontamination Control Sites to Prevent the Spread of Golden Mussel, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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