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California Environment Grants

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The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R24
$3,900,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to assist local governments and organizations in developing and maintaining recreational trails and facilities for motorized trail users.

Education
Nonprofits
Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant
$700,000
California Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 25, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public agencies and organizations in California for transportation planning projects that promote sustainability, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance community resilience, particularly benefiting under-resourced communities.

Transportation
City or township governments
Groundwork Grants
$20,000
Groundwork Grants
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to California-based cultural heritage institutions, particularly those serving historically underrepresented communities, to enhance their disaster preparedness and preservation efforts.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Recycled Glass Processing Incentive Grant Program, FYs 2024–25 and 2025–26
$4,000,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 18, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations that can expand glass recycling facilities in California, encouraging the increased processing of recycled glass for new beverage containers.

Environment
Small businesses
Rubberized Pavement Grant Program 2025
$750,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 1, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments, regional park districts, and eligible Tribal Entities in California to promote the use of recycled rubberized pavement in public roadways and pathways, helping to reduce tire waste and support sustainable practices.

Environment
City or township governments
Endangered Species Act Conservation Planning Grant Program (Nontraditional Section 6)
$1,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to state and local organizations for large-scale conservation planning and land acquisition efforts to protect endangered species and their habitats in California.

Environment
Small businesses
The Milton and Sophie Meyer Fund
$10,000
The Milton and Sophie Meyer Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2025

This fund provides financial support to Jewish nonprofit organizations in the greater San Francisco Bay Area for a variety of programs, including arts, education, health, and human services.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Division of Boating and Waterways Law Enforcement Financial Aid Program FY24
Contact for amount
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to local government agencies in California to enhance boating safety and enforcement measures in heavily used waterways that lack sufficient funding.

Environment
City or township governments
Cultivating Inland Empire Latino Opportunity Fund
$15,000
Inland Empire Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Riverside and San Bernardino counties that are dedicated to improving the lives of Latinos through initiatives in areas like affordable housing, education, and health equity.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Hearts & Minds Educational Technology Fund
$5,000
El Dorado Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations serving El Dorado County and nearby areas for capacity building and community improvement projects.

Community Development
City or township governments
Forest Health Research Program FY 2024-2025 (RP-RFP-2024-01)
$4,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for scientific research projects that improve forest and fire management in California, targeting landowners, resource agencies, and organizations focused on enhancing forest resilience and addressing climate goals.

Environment
Individuals
Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program
$3,000,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 4, 2025

This program provides funding to California dealers for innovative projects that improve beverage container recycling through the installation of reverse vending machines and other redemption options.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
The Water Recycling Funding Program (WRFP) - Proposition 68
$72,000,000
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for local agencies and nonprofit organizations in California to develop projects related to recycled water treatment, storage, and distribution, benefiting communities of all types.

Environment
Nonprofits
Division of Boating and Waterways 2026 Boating Infrastructure Grant
$1,500,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to support the construction and renovation of public facilities for transient recreational boaters, enhancing access to waterways and promoting economic development along the waterfront.

Environment
City or township governments
Fisheries Restoration Grant Program (2026)
$2,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 16, 2026

Date Added

Jan 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for state and local agencies, Native American Tribes, and nonprofit organizations to restore and protect salmon and steelhead habitats across California.

Natural Resources
State governments
California Health Equity Fellowship
$10,000
Center for Health Journalism
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 8, 2024

This fellowship provides funding and mentorship for California journalists to report on underrepresented health and equity issues affecting their communities.

Health
County governments
Wildlife Corridor and Fish Passage
$5,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This grant provides funding for projects that improve wildlife and fish passage by constructing or modifying infrastructure, restoring habitats, and removing barriers, particularly in areas affected by drought.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Regular Grants
$50,000
Thornton S. Glide Jr. and Katrina D. Glide Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations in the U.S., particularly in California, to acquire capital assets for projects focused on animal protection, wildlife conservation, agriculture, environmental preservation, and the arts.

Animal Welfare
Nonprofits
Agricultural Stationary 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 agricultural businesses in Santa Barbara County for replacing old diesel engines with cleaner electric alternatives to reduce air pollution and improve public health.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Science and Research Grant Program
$30,000
East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservancy
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports scientific research projects that improve understanding of local ecosystems and species in East Contra Costa County, encouraging collaboration among academic institutions, nonprofits, and government agencies.

Environment
City or township governments