Environmental Grants in California
Last updated October 7, 2026
There are 67 active environmental grants tagged to California, part of 2,110 active environmental grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Recycled Glass Processing Incentive Grant Program (FY 2026-27) Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery · State Oct 22, 2026 · $100M – $400M The fundamental goal of the Program is to stimulate an increase of furnace-ready glass cullet in the making of new glass beverage containers within the State of California. | |
| Increased Recycling of Empty Glass Beverage Containers Grant Program, FY 2026-27 Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery · State Oct 29, 2026 · $25M – $400M The fundamental goal of the Program is to assist in funding regional pilot programs that are supplying bins for collection of empty glass beverage containers from five or more restaurants and on-sale retail licensed establishments licensed… | |
| The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27 Department of Parks and Recreation · State Nov 2, 2026 · Varies The purpose of the Recreational Trails Program is to provide for well managed OHV Recreation by providing financial assistance to eligible agencies and organizations that develop, maintain, operate, expand, support, or contribute to well… | |
| Youth Community Access Grant Program (Round 4) CA Natural Resources Agency · State Nov 4, 2026 · $3M – $30M YCA Grants will fund projects that serve youth from low-income and disadvantaged communities and provide immersive and meaningful experiences with natural or cultural resources within California that participants otherwise would not have. | |
| 2026 Solutions for Congested Corridors Program Transportation Commission · State Nov 19, 2026 · Varies The purpose of the Solutions for Congested Corridors Program is to provide funding to achieve a balanced set of transportation, environmental, and community access improvements to reduce congestion throughout the state. | |
| Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY26 Department of Parks and Recreation · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies This grant provides resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways. The Pumpout Facility Grant Program funds the construction of pumpout and dump stations on California's waterways. | |
| Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station/Floating Restroom Operation and Maintenance Grant FY26 Department of Parks and Recreation · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies This grant provides resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways. The Pumpout Facility Grant Program funds the operation and maintenance of pumpout and dump stations on California's waterways. | |
| Proposition 68 Rivers and Streams Grant Program – Klamath-Trinity Watershed Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies To restore and protect rivers and streams in support of fisheries and wildlife. | |
| Empty Glass Beverage Transportation Grant Program, FY 2026-27 Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery · State Not published · $50M – $400M The fundamental goal of the Empty Glass Beverage Transportation Grant Program is to facilitate the transportation of empty glass beverage containers to glass processing facilities through the use of rail transportation within California. | |
| Cost Share for Federal Funding Opportunities Carbon Removal Innovation Support System (CRISP) CA Energy Commission · State Not published · Varies This solicitation only applies to the Carbon Removal Innovation Support Program (CRISP) for projects that meet the requirements in Section II.C and the applicable federal Funding Opportunity Announcement. | |
| Prop 4 – Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) San Diego River Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The purposes of Prop 4 include watershed improvement, wildfire resilience, chaparral and forest restoration, and workforce development that addresses needs related to this subdivision and to reduce the risks of climate change impacts upon… | |
| Cost Share for Federal Funding Opportunities Industrial Decarbonization and Improvement of Grid Operations (INDIGO) Program and Food Production Investment Program (FPIP) CA Energy Commission · State Not published · $50M – $500M An award under an eligible federal Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) for a project that meets the requirements of this solicitation, or Subsequent funding from the U.S. Department of Energy to continue research from a previously… | |
| Science and Lake Improvement Account Program Tahoe Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The principal goal of the Conservancy's Science and Lake Improvement Account program is to support near-shore environmental improvement program activities and projects, particularly projects that manage aquatic invasive species or improve… | |
| CAPCOA FARMER Program (Agricultural Emission Reductions) California Air Pollution Control Officers Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Funding Agricultural Replacement Measures for Emission Reductions (FARMER) Program provides grants, rebates, and financial incentives to CA agricultural operations for cleaner equipment; the Legislature allocated $135M+ (AB 134 / AB… | |
| Orphan Site Cleanup Fund State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · $100 – $100M The Orphan Site Cleanup Fund (OSCF) is a grant program providing financial assistance to eligible applicants for the cleanup of sites contaminated by leaking petroleum underground storage tanks where there is no financially responsible… | |
| Proposition 68 – Water Recycling State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · Varies The purpose of the funding is to provide technical and financial assistance to local agencies for the construction of water recycling projects that promote the beneficial use of treated municipal wastewater in order to augment fresh water… | |
| Proposition 4 Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024 San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024. | |
| Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Program Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies To improve conditions for fish and wildlife in streams, rivers, wildlife refuges, wetland habitat areas, and estuaries. | |
| Proposition 68 Technical Assistance San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Pursuant to Section 8008(b)(1) of Proposition 68, up to 10% of the funds available may be allocated for technical assistance to disadvantaged communities. | |
| Regional Conservation Investment Strategies Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies WCB is seeking high-quality grant proposals for the development of RCIS's. | |
| Wildlife Corridor and Fish Passage Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies The Program is seeking proposals for planning or implementation projects that construct, repair, modify, or remove transportation infrastructure or water resources infrastructure improving passage for wildlife or fish. | |
| Oil Spill Response Equipment Grant Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies The objective of the Local Oil Spill Response Equipment Grant Program is to award grants to Native American tribal governments, counties, cities, and special districts in order to pre-position (pre-stage) response equipment to protect… | |
| Investigating Site Contamination Program (ISCP) Department of Toxic Substances Control · State Not published · $100 – $10M Department of Toxic Substances Control's (DTSC) ISCP offers loans to eligible applicants, including governmental entities, private businesses, individuals, and non-profit organizations, to help finance environmental site assessments. | |
| Coachella Valley Proposition 68 Parks, Conservation Land Access and Climate Change Response Grant Program Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The program makes grants to expand recreational and educational use of conservation lands and improve sustainability in the Coachella Valley. |
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About environmental grants in California
Environmental grants fund a wide range of work, from pollution reduction and climate resilience to habitat restoration and community stewardship. Major federal sources include the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, while private funders such as the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and family and community foundations support nonprofit-led efforts. Eligible applicants typically include nonprofits, tribes, schools, and state and local governments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for environmental projects?
Funding spans pollution prevention, climate and energy, conservation, water quality, environmental justice, and education. Federal agencies like the EPA and USDA run competitive grant programs, and many flow through intermediaries such as the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. Most programs fund specific project work rather than general operating costs, so it helps to match your project to a program's stated priorities.
Who funds environmental nonprofits?
Federal agencies including the EPA, USDA/NRCS, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, NOAA, and the U.S. Forest Service are core public funders. On the private side, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is one of the largest conservation grantmakers, and national, regional, and community foundations also support environmental causes. State environmental agencies frequently re-grant federal dollars as well.
How do I find environmental grants that fit my organization?
Start by defining your project scope, geography, and the population or ecosystem you serve, then search federal opportunities on Grants.gov alongside foundation databases. Read each funder's eligibility and priority areas closely before applying, since environmental programs are often narrowly targeted. Aligning your proposal to a funder's specific goals is usually more effective than applying broadly.
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