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California Environment Grants

Explore 482 grant opportunities

Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program (SPP) – Round 5 – Proposition 4
$8,500,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 17, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides funding to cities, counties, and nonprofit organizations in California to create or improve parks and recreational spaces in underserved communities, enhancing access to green spaces and recreational opportunities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Program – Construction
$586,000,000
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public entities and tribal governments for the construction of wastewater treatment facilities and projects that improve water quality and manage pollution in various environments.

Environment
Nonprofits
Sustainable Transportation Planning Grants
$700,000
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 9, 2026

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

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

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
Small Community Drinking Water (SCDW) Funding Program
$50,000,000
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to small disadvantaged communities in California to improve their drinking water infrastructure and ensure access to safe and reliable drinking water.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
The Milton and Sophie Meyer Fund
$10,000
The Milton and Sophie Meyer Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

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
Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program
$500,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 23, 2025

This program provides funding for research and educational projects aimed at improving methods to control vertebrate pests that threaten California's agriculture, environment, and public safety.

Agriculture
Individuals
Explore the Coast Overnight
$5,000,000
California Coastal Conservancy
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This grant provides funding to improve and create affordable coastal accommodations for Californians, especially those from low and middle-income households and underserved communities, to enhance their access to the coast.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Drought Emergency: Protecting Salmon
$100,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that restore and protect salmon habitats in the Klamath River Watershed, specifically targeting collaboration with local Tribes and landowners to enhance resilience against drought and climate change.

Environment
Nonprofits
2027 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$600,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This program provides funding to organizations and entities that enhance the competitiveness of California's specialty crop industry, including fruits, vegetables, and horticulture, through innovative projects that benefit the industry as a whole.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Beach Grants
$9,737,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 21, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to states, territories, and Tribes for monitoring beach water quality and ensuring public safety from harmful pathogens during recreational activities.

Environment
State governments
Placer County Fish and Game Commission Grant
$1,000
Placer County Fish and Game Commission (FGC)
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 7, 2026

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, community groups, and individuals for projects that promote the conservation and preservation of fish and wildlife resources in Placer County.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Ride to the Wild Fund
$600
Humboldt Area Foundation and Wild Rivers Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This grant provides funding for K-12 teachers in Humboldt County, California, to cover transportation costs for nature-based field trips that promote environmental education and awareness among students.

Education
Independent school districts
John W. Porter Trust Grant
$10,000
John W. Porter Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2027

Date Added

Mar 26, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents in Long Beach, California, across various sectors such as arts, education, health, and community services.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Planning
$500,000
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding program provides financial assistance to small community water systems and public water systems serving disadvantaged communities to help them improve their drinking water infrastructure and ensure safe, clean water access.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Legacy Disposal Site Abatement Partial Grant Program
$750,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Sep 16, 2026

Date Added

Jan 6, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to California local governments for the cleanup and remediation of abandoned waste disposal sites to protect public health and the environment.

Environment
City or township governments
Inland Wetlands Conservation
Contact for amount
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This program provides funding to public and private landowners in California's Central Valley for projects that conserve and restore wetlands and habitats to support various bird populations.

Environment
State governments
San Joaquin River Conservancy
$6,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This funding opportunity supports habitat restoration and public access projects across California, particularly benefiting historically underserved communities affected by environmental challenges.

Environment
Nonprofits
Dairy Plus Program
$1,250,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 14, 2026

Date Added

Jul 29, 2024

This program provides funding to California dairy operations for implementing advanced manure management technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve environmental sustainability.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Program
$6,087,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 14, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to support projects that enhance climate resilience, protect wildlife habitats, and improve water management in California's communities.

Environment
Nonprofits