California Environment Grants

In 2021, the California state legislature appropriated $3 million in funding to the Department to develop a Wolf-Livestock Compensation Pilot Program to help minimize the impact of gray wolves on livestock producers. The pilot program offers compensation to eligible livestock producers specific to the following primary areas of need (prongs):  Prong 1. Direct Loss - Compensation for verified livestock losses (confirmed/probable wolf) incurred on or after September 23, 2021. Prong 2. Nonlethal Deterrents - Compensation for the use of nonlethal deterrence methods to deter wolf presence near livestock. The Department supports the use of various deterrent tools and techniques as part of a robust, integrated deterrence strategy. Technical assistance may be available through CDFW, County Agricultural Commissions, UC Cooperative Extension, USDA Wildlife Service, and other agency partners. Prong 3. Pay for Presence - Compensation for indirect losses associated with the impacts of wolf presence on livestock in known pack territory. Extenuating circumstances may exist whereby CDFW will consider eligibility for wolf presence outside of known pack territory on a case-by-case basis.

This grant provides funding to organizations working to improve environmental justice and community resilience in underserved areas of Arizona, California, Nevada, and Hawaii by addressing issues like air quality, water contamination, and public health disparities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California public agencies for projects that address shoreline erosion and enhance coastal restoration efforts.

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and local governments to promote education and outreach initiatives that reduce vessel sewage pollution in California's boating communities.

This funding opportunity supports public agencies, tribes, and nonprofit organizations in California to restore coastal environments, improve public access, and enhance climate resilience, particularly for historically underrepresented communities.

This grant provides financial support for grassroots community development projects worldwide, prioritizing initiatives led by Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and current volunteers with ties to Northern California.

This program provides a year-long paid fellowship for graduate students and recent graduates in California to gain hands-on experience in marine and coastal policy with various agencies and organizations.

This program provides financial assistance to organic farmers and processors in California affected by extreme weather and climate-related disasters.

This funding program provides financial support to California Native American tribes for assessing and addressing the impacts of sea level rise on their cultural resources and ancestral lands.

This grant provides financial support and mentorship to early-stage cleantech entrepreneurs in the Midwest who are developing innovative solutions to promote economic growth and environmental sustainability.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Neighborhood Fire Safe Councils, Firewise Communities, and fire agencies in Mendocino County to implement projects that enhance wildfire preparedness and community resilience.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for public transit agencies and municipalities in California to develop major projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance public transit services, and improve connectivity, particularly benefiting disadvantaged communities.

This grant provides matching funds to states for acquiring land or conservation easements to protect habitats for endangered species, supporting efforts to reduce conflicts between conservation and land use.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that deliver essential social services to residents of Claremont, California, focusing on both general community needs and critical issues like homelessness.

This funding opportunity is designed for state governments and federally recognized Tribes to implement ecosystem restoration projects that enhance habitat connectivity and support the conservation of big game species across designated western states.

This program provides funding to California local governments, tribal entities, and certain state agencies for projects that use recycled tire materials in roadways, bikeways, and park access, promoting environmental sustainability and waste tire diversion.

This program provides funding to public, private, and nonprofit entities for replacing high-polluting diesel or CNG vehicles with zero-emission alternatives to improve air quality and public health in Santa Barbara County.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local agencies, Tribes, and nonprofits for projects that improve public access to California's waterways and enhance amenities for recreational boaters.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and community groups in California to implement public art and cultural projects in local parks, enhancing community engagement and celebrating regional heritage.

This grant provides funding to community organizations in Sacramento for projects that protect and improve local water quality by preventing stormwater pollution.