The Listos California Tribal Grant (LI) Program is an initiative administered by the Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) aimed at supporting federally-recognized tribes and nonprofit organizations serving tribal governments in California. The program's primary purpose is to enhance the disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation capabilities of tribal communities within the state. Tribal governments, either independently or in collaboration with other tribes or local nonprofits, are encouraged to apply for funding to help provide disaster preparedness resources and information to their communities.
Eligible applicants for the program include federally recognized tribes and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status that have the capacity to serve multiple federally recognized tribes across California. This grant opportunity is available statewide, ensuring that all qualifying tribes within the state can benefit from the funding.
The total available funding for the Listos California Tribal Grant (LI) Program is estimated to be $500,000, with the expected number of awards ranging from one to four. The maximum award amount for a single applicant is $125,000, while the minimum award amount is $1. These funds can be used for disaster preparedness initiatives, including response and recovery efforts, and do not require matching funds from the applicants.
Applications for the program are due by April 8, 2025, at 5:00 PM. The expected award announcement date is June 1, 2025, and the period of performance for the funded projects will run from June 1, 2025, through December 31, 2026. The program does not require applicants to submit a Letter of Intent.
For those interested in applying, it is highly recommended to review the full grant guidelines before submission. The funding method for the grant will involve advances and reimbursement processes. No matching funds are required for this grant, and the funds will be distributed according to the proposed plans of the selected awardees.
Applicants who have any questions or need further information can contact Cindy Logan at 1-916-845-8859 or via email at Cindy.Logan@caloes.ca.gov.
