2024-2025 Community Benefits Grant Program

The Calpine Community Benefit Grant, in partnership with the Orange County Power Authority (OCPA), offers financial support to local nonprofits that promote energy equity, diversity, and environmental stewardship within OCPA’s service areas. This grant is open to IRS-designated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations located in OCPA’s territory, which includes communities served by OCPA. Eligible projects should focus on advancing renewable energy awareness, benefits of Community Choice Aggregation (CCA), and other community initiatives related to clean energy. The 2024-2025 grant cycle application deadline is November 15, 2024, by 5 PM PST. Interested applicants should review the application guidelines for detailed instructions on how to apply. This grant program is part of OCPA's mission to reinvest revenue into community-benefiting programs, supporting local schools, educators, nonprofits, and organizations in their renewable energy efforts.