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California Environment Grants

Explore 482 grant opportunities

Transit-Oriented Communities Grant
$150,000
Santa Clara County Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 7, 2025

This grant provides funding to local agencies and nonprofit organizations in Santa Clara County to develop equitable and sustainable communities near transit hubs, promoting increased transit use and vibrant neighborhoods.

Transportation
City or township governments
Clean Air Grants Infrastructure Program
$250,000
Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that expand access to clean fueling and charging infrastructure for various vehicles and equipment in Santa Barbara County, prioritizing public benefit and emissions reduction.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
James C. Stewart Charitable Foundation Grant
$10,000
James C. Stewart Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Tucson, Arizona, and Southern California for projects in various areas such as arts, education, health, and human services.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Foster City Nonprofit Grant Program
Contact for amount
City of Foster City
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 16, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local 501(c)(3) nonprofits that provide essential services, educational programs, and community health initiatives to enhance the well-being of Foster City residents.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
Clean Air Grants Marine Diesel Engine Repower Program
$250,000
Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to businesses and organizations in Santa Barbara County for upgrading or replacing older diesel marine engines with cleaner technologies to reduce air pollution and improve public health.

Environment
Nonprofits
Clean Air Grants School Bus Program
$250,000
Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public school districts in Santa Barbara County for the purchase of new zero-emission school buses, aiming to improve air quality and reduce emissions in the region.

Environment
Independent school districts
Business and Workforce Development Grants
$3,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 26, 2026

This funding program provides financial support to organizations and businesses in California focused on expanding the forest-sector economy and workforce, promoting sustainable forest management, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Workforce Development
State governments
Tribal Capacity Building Program
$420,000
California Strategic Growth Council (SGC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This program provides funding and technical assistance to California Native American Tribes to strengthen their capacity for climate and housing initiatives, promoting sustainability and resilience in their communities.

Capacity Building
Native American tribal organizations
Headwaters Grant Fund
Contact for amount
County of Humboldt
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects in Humboldt County that promote economic growth, job creation, and environmental sustainability across targeted industries.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
American Youth Services Grant Program
$7,500
Community Foundation of Mendocino County
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 13, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofits in Mendocino County to create enriching outdoor experiences for disadvantaged youth and adults, promoting personal growth, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.

Youth
Nonprofits
Impact Projects Grant Program
$25,000
California Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to California-based nonprofit organizations and local governments for collaborative art projects that address social issues in underserved communities.

Arts
Nonprofits
California Wildlands Grassroots Fund
$10,000
Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment (Rose Foundation)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports grassroots organizations and activists in California working to protect and restore wildlands and natural habitats through community-driven projects and advocacy efforts.

Environment
Individuals
Redwood Research Grant
$50,000
Save the Redwoods League
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This grant provides funding for research projects focused on the biology and ecology of coast redwood and giant sequoia forests, particularly those led by nonprofit organizations and Indigenous communities, to support conservation and restoration efforts.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program FY25
$400,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 10, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations managing freshwater reservoirs in California to prevent the spread of invasive quagga and zebra mussels through planning, implementation, and public outreach efforts.

Environment
City or township governments
Los Angeles County Second District Business Interruption Fund
$10,000
Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 15, 2024

This program provides financial support to small businesses in Los Angeles County's Second District that have faced significant disruptions to their operations due to external events over the past year.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Restore Grant Program
$25,000
Zero Foodprint
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 29, 2025

This program provides financial support to farmers and ranchers in California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington for implementing regenerative agricultural practices that enhance soil health and sequester carbon.

Agriculture
Individuals
Local Government Waste Tire Cleanup Grant Program (TCU21)
Contact for amount
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 12, 2026

This grant provides financial support to local governments and eligible entities in California for the cleanup and proper disposal of waste tires, helping to address illegal dumping and improve community safety and environmental health.

Environment
City or township governments
Idyllwild Community Fund
$5,000
Inland Empire Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2026

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that implement community-focused projects in Idyllwild and surrounding mountain areas, emphasizing the arts, education, public well-being, environmental protection, and safety for underserved populations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Project (CORE) Administrator
$140,000,000
California Air Resources Board (CARB)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 16, 2026

This grant provides financial incentives to California-based public entities and nonprofit organizations to promote the adoption of zero-emission off-road equipment, particularly in disadvantaged communities.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Business and Workforce Development Grant
$3,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 12, 2026

This funding opportunity supports businesses and organizations in California focused on developing wood products and enhancing workforce capacity in forestry-related sectors to promote sustainable economic growth and forest health, particularly in disadvantaged communities.

Workforce Development
City or township governments