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California Natural Resources Grants

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Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program FY27
Contact for amount
California Department of Parks and Recreation (Division of Boating and Waterways)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2027

Date Added

Aug 14, 2026

This grant provides funding to public agencies in California for repairing and modifying boat launching facilities that have been previously improved with state funding, ensuring safe and accessible recreational boating access.

Recreation
City or township governments
Addressing Climate Impacts
$35,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to support projects that improve water and habitat conditions affected by climate change, targeting wildlife conservation efforts and emergency restoration activities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Stream Flow Enhancement
$140,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This funding opportunity supports projects that improve stream flows in California to benefit fish and wildlife, particularly in critical watersheds for salmonids and areas affected by climate change.

Environment
Nonprofits
Climate Adaptation and Resiliency
Contact for amount
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This program provides funding to organizations in California for projects that enhance climate resilience and carbon sequestration through the conservation and restoration of natural and working lands.

Environment
Special district governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund
$6,000,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Jan 14, 2027

Date Added

Jul 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local agencies and state entities in California for acquiring and developing public parks and recreational spaces to enhance community wellness and outdoor access.

Recreation
City or township governments
Proposition 68 Southern Steelhead Grant Program
$15,927,000
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 improve steelhead fish migration and restore their habitats, benefiting local communities and ecosystems affected by climate change.

Environment
Nonprofits
Tire-Derived Aggregate Grant
$375,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to California local governments, educational institutions, nonprofits, and qualifying private entities for projects that utilize recycled tire-derived aggregate to address various engineering challenges and promote sustainable practices.

Environment
City or township governments
Forest Health Research Program — Graduate Student Grants
$100,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal FIRE)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 18, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2026

This funding opportunity supports graduate students conducting research on forest health and wildfire resilience in California, aiming to advance scientific knowledge and inform land management practices.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program
Contact for amount
California Department of Parks and Recreation Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2027

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This grant provides funding to public agencies in California for the construction and improvement of facilities that enhance access for non-motorized recreational boating, such as kayaks and paddle boards.

Recreation
City or township governments
Forest Health Research Program — Proposition 4 Grants
$1,500,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal FIRE)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 18, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2026

This funding opportunity supports collaborative research projects aimed at improving forest health and wildfire resilience in California, targeting a wide range of public and nonprofit entities, including universities and local agencies.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy Proposition Proposition 68 Grant Program
Contact for amount
California Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy (CVMC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 20, 2026

This grant provides funding for projects that improve outdoor recreation access, preserve cultural resources, and address climate change in the Coachella Valley and surrounding mountains, prioritizing support for disadvantaged communities.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Nonpoint Source Grant Program
$1,000,000
California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 25, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, tribes, and public agencies for projects that reduce nonpoint source pollution and improve water quality in priority watersheds across the state.

Environment
Nonprofits
Riverine Stewardship Program
$13,000,000
California Department of Water Resources
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to support projects that improve water quality and supply, restore aquatic habitats, and enhance ecosystem functions, particularly benefiting native fish populations and promoting public-private partnerships.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
City or township governments
County-wide and Regional Funding Program
Contact for amount
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to counties and their partners to develop proactive solutions for drinking water issues affecting households served by small and domestic wells, particularly in response to drought and contamination challenges.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Oil Spill Response Equipment Grant
Contact for amount
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This program provides funding to Native American tribes, counties, cities, and special districts to acquire and position oil spill response equipment to safeguard local economic and environmental resources near state waters.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
City or township governments
Local Conservation Corps Climate Bond Grant Program
$2,131,928
California Conservation Corps (CCC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2026

This funding program provides financial support to certified local conservation corps in California for projects that address climate change, enhance community resilience, and create job opportunities for young adults through natural resource management and infrastructure improvements.

Natural Resources
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Proposition 1 Delta Water Quality and Ecosystem Restoration Grant Program
$23,115,663
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2024

This funding program provides financial support for projects that improve water quality and restore ecosystems in California's Delta region, benefiting local communities and the environment.

Environment
Nonprofits
Proposition 68 Grant Program
$4,000,000
California Tahoe Conservancy
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 5, 2024

This funding provides financial support for projects that restore natural resources, enhance public access to outdoor recreation, and promote community resilience against wildfires in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Environment
Nonprofits
California Forest Legacy Program 2024
$9,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 9, 2024

This program provides funding to landowners of working forests and rangelands in California to protect and manage their properties while allowing them to retain ownership and certain rights, promoting conservation of important environmental and cultural values.

Environment
Exclusive - see details
Habitat Enhancement and Restoration
Contact for amount
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 11, 2023

This funding opportunity supports a variety of habitat restoration and enhancement projects across California, aimed at protecting wildlife and improving ecological health, and is available to organizations capable of implementing such initiatives.

Environment
State governments