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California Environment Grants

Explore 432 grant opportunities

Hardship Assistance Fund - Extreme Weather and Climate Impact Relief
$20,000
California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 19, 2025

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to organic farmers and processors in California affected by extreme weather and climate-related disasters.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Individuals
The U.S. Bank Foundation Cleantech Award
$30,000
U.S. Bank Foundation and Evergreen Climate Innovations
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 10, 2025

This grant provides financial support and mentorship to early-stage cleantech entrepreneurs in the Midwest who are developing innovative solutions to promote economic growth and environmental sustainability.

Energy
Small businesses
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
CaliforniansForAll College Corps Grant Program
Contact for amount
California California Volunteers, Office of the Governor
State

Application Deadline

Nov 24, 2025

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California colleges and universities to engage students in paid community service that addresses local needs in education, food security, and climate action while promoting civic leadership.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant
$75,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Dec 19, 2025

Date Added

Nov 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments and private businesses for the installation and maintenance of sewage disposal stations to promote environmentally responsible boating in California.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Climate Adaptation and Resiliency
$20,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This funding opportunity is designed to support local conservation projects that enhance ecosystem resilience to climate change, promote carbon sequestration, and provide additional environmental and social benefits.

Environment
State governments
Charles and Ruth Billingsley Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Charles and Ruth Billingsley Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in San Diego County for a variety of charitable projects, including arts, education, health, and community services.

Arts
Nonprofits
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

Jan 13, 2026

Date Added

Jul 19, 2025

This program provides funding to support civil engineering projects in California that utilize recycled tire materials for various sustainable infrastructure applications.

Environment
County governments
Farm and Ranch Solid Waste Cleanup and Abatement Grant
$200,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 6, 2026

Date Added

Oct 1, 2024

This grant provides funding to cities, counties, and resource conservation districts in California for the cleanup of illegal waste disposal sites on agricultural and ranch properties.

Environment
County governments
City of Palm Desert Bicycle Rack Incentive Program
$20,000
City of Palm Desert
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This program provides bicycle racks at little to no cost for commercial property owners in Palm Desert, promoting cycling and supporting local businesses while enhancing community infrastructure.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
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
Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund Grant in California
Contact for amount
Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund (LDGF)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations that promote democracy, education, environmental sustainability, reproductive health, and Jewish community initiatives.

Education
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
City of Irvine Green Home Grant Program
$1,500
City of Irvine
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to homeowners of older single-family homes and condominiums in Irvine for making energy-efficient and environmentally friendly upgrades.

Environment
Individuals
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
Explore the Coast
$100,000
California State Coastal Conservancy
State

Application Deadline

Jan 30, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-centered projects that enhance coastal access and enjoyment for historically underserved populations in California, including low-income communities, individuals with disabilities, and people of color.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Deacon Charitable Foundation Grant
$10,000
Deacon Charitable Foundation (DCF)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Washington, Oregon, and California that focus on improving community well-being through initiatives in human services, environmental conservation, and animal welfare.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits