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California Environment Grants

Explore 366 grant opportunities

2025 Clean Water Act Section 319 Nonpoint Source Pollution Grant
$1,000,000
State Water Resources Control Board
State

Application Deadline

Dec 15, 2025

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and tribal governments in California to implement projects that reduce nonpoint source pollution and improve water quality in local watersheds.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
2026 California Sea Grant State Fellowship Program
$61,524
California Sea Grant, NOAA
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This program provides a year-long paid fellowship for graduate students and recent graduates in California to gain hands-on experience in marine and coastal policy with various agencies and organizations.

Education
Individuals
Science and Research Grant Program
$30,000
East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservancy
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports scientific research projects that improve understanding of local ecosystems and species in East Contra Costa County, encouraging collaboration among academic institutions, nonprofits, and government agencies.

Environment
City or township governments
Better Together Nature Positive Innovation Grant
$100,000
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides $100,000 each to innovative environmental projects in five regions, focusing on land stewardship, air quality, or water stewardship, particularly benefiting disadvantaged communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Division of Boating and Waterways 2026 Boating Infrastructure Grant
$1,500,000
Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to support the construction and renovation of public facilities for transient recreational boaters, enhancing access to waterways and promoting economic development along the waterfront.

Environment
City or township governments
Leopold Conservation Award - California
$10,000
Sand County Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This award recognizes and rewards California farmers, ranchers, and forestland owners for their exceptional land stewardship and conservation efforts that enhance soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitats.

Environment
Individuals
LA2050 Grants Challenge
$75,000
Goldhirsh Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding to local organizations in Los Angeles County for innovative projects that promote community connection, creativity, learning, livability, and recreational opportunities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Zoo Labs Fund Grant
$50,000
Center for Cultural Innovation (CCI)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to Bay Area music entrepreneurs, particularly culturally-rooted artist teams, to help them launch or grow their businesses while promoting cultural preservation and community enrichment.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
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
2025 Natural Community Conservation Planning Local Assistance Grant Program
$576,000
Department of Fish and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Jul 17, 2025

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public agencies, tribes, and non-profit organizations in California for projects that preserve and enhance fish and wildlife habitats through the implementation of conservation plans.

Environment
Nonprofits
Oil and Gas Well Capping Pilot Initiative
$7,555,327
California Workforce Development Board (CWDB)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 7, 2024

Date Added

May 19, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to county governments in Kern and Los Angeles Counties for training programs that prepare workers to safely cap abandoned oil wells, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

Natural Resources
County governments
Maurice J. Masserini Trust Fund
$15,000
Maurice J. Masserini Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2025

This funding opportunity supports established nonprofit organizations in the San Diego area that focus on cultural, educational, environmental, health, human services, and religious initiatives through project-specific grants.

Education
Nonprofits
City of Sacramento Community Action Grant
$3,000
City of Sacramento
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to community organizations in Sacramento for projects that protect and improve local water quality by preventing stormwater pollution.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation (2025)
$1,500,000
CA Natural Resources Agency
State

Application Deadline

Jul 16, 2025

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for local, state, and federal agencies, as well as nonprofit organizations, to implement projects that improve the environment and mitigate the impacts of transportation infrastructure in California.

Environment
Nonprofits
Transit-Oriented Communities Grant
$150,000
Santa Clara County Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 7, 2025

This grant provides funding to local agencies and nonprofit organizations in Santa Clara County to develop equitable and sustainable communities near transit hubs, promoting increased transit use and vibrant neighborhoods.

Transportation
City or township governments
City of Sacramento Neighborhood Clean-up Grant Program
Contact for amount
City of Sacramento
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to neighborhood and nonprofit groups in Sacramento for organizing community clean-up events that promote environmental responsibility and neighborhood pride.

Environment
Nonprofits
Groundwork Grants
$20,000
Groundwork Grants
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to California-based cultural heritage institutions, particularly those serving historically underrepresented communities, to enhance their disaster preparedness and preservation efforts.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Boating Access: Invasive Mussel Response Grant
$1,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and tribal governments managing boating facilities in California to enhance their efforts in preventing the spread of invasive mussels and protecting water resources.

Environment
Nonprofits
Clean Energy Access: Los Angeles County TECH (CEA-LAT) Grant
$200,000
California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community-based organizations in Los Angeles County that promote clean energy education and outreach, particularly in areas affected by environmental challenges.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Stewardship Grant
$6,000
Clean Water Program Alameda County
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 24, 2025

This funding opportunity supports grassroots projects in Alameda County that prevent stormwater pollution and enhance local environmental health through public outreach and community engagement.

Education
Nonprofits