Environmental Grants in California
Last updated October 7, 2026
There are 67 active environmental grants tagged to California. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| California Pollution Control Financing Authority (CPCFA) Exempt Facility Bond Financing Program State Treasurer's Office · State Not published · From $150M The Pollution Control Tax-Exempt Bond Financing Program facilitates low cost capital through private activity, tax-exempt bonds. | |
| Habitat Enhancement and Restoration Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies The purpose of this program is to provide assistance for the restoration and enhancement of fish and wildlife resources. | |
| Proposition 13 – Water Recycling – Planning Grant State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · $100 – $30M The purpose of the funding is to provide technical and financial assistance to local agencies for the planning of water recycling projects that promote the beneficial use of treated municipal wastewater in order to augment fresh water… | |
| Urban Streams Restoration Program Department of Water Resources · State Not published · Varies The Urban Streams Restoration Program (USRP), established by Water Code section 7048 which declared that urban creek protection, restoration, and enhancement are best undertaken by local agencies and organizations with assistance from the… | |
| Oak Woodlands Conservation Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies The Oak Woodlands Conservation Program offers landowners, conservation organizations, cities and counties, an opportunity to obtain funding for projects designed to conserve and restore California's oak woodlands. | |
| The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All – (Prop 68 River – CA) Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – (Prop 68 River – California) Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas. | |
| The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – Prop 68 River San Fernando Valley – California Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas. | |
| Prop 4 – Wildfire and Forest Resilience San Diego River Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Protect communities, improve forest health, enhance early detection and response and support long-term capital infrastructure projects. Hazardous fuels reduction, wildfire prevention planning and wildfire prevention education. | |
| Coachella Valley Open Space Acquisition Program Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Acquire open space to protect wildlife or cultural resources and enhance recreational and educational use of that land. | |
| Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Opportunities – (Including Severely Disadvantaged Communities) Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies To restore and protect rivers and streams in support of fisheries and wildlife. | |
| CAPCOA Carl Moyer Rural Assistance Program (Moyer RAP) California Air Pollution Control Officers Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Carl Moyer Rural Assistance Program provides monetary grants (up to $100,000/grant) to individuals, private companies, and public agencies to reduce heavy-duty engine emissions; administered by local air districts. | |
| Proposition 68 LLAR Severely Disadvantaged Communities San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Priorities for RMC LLAR Prop 68: Develop urban recreation projects and habitat protection or restoration projects,Provide workforce development opportunities,Expand access to diverse populations,Secured matching funds RMC’s LLAR Grants are… | |
| Coastal Conservancy Grants Coastal Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Each year, the Coastal Conservancy issues millions of dollars in grants for projects that restore and protect the California coast, expand public access to it, and enhance its resilience to climate change. | |
| Proposition 68 Regionwide Grants San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Create, expand, and/or improve public open space in the RMC's territory by improving water quality supply, create, enhance or improve a reliable water supply and/or restore an important species and habitat. | |
| Proposition 1 – 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… | |
| Department of Defense and State Memorandum of Agreement (DSMOA) Department of Toxic Substances Control · State Not published · Varies To accomplish services sought by the Department of Defense (DoD) to provide expedited review and other related services to execute the Defense Environmental Restoration Program (DERP) at identified DoD installations. | |
| Inland Wetlands Conservation Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies The Inland Wetlands Conservation Program (IWCP) was created to assist the Central Valley Joint Venture (CVJV) in its mission is to protect, restore, and enhance wetlands and associated habitats. | |
| Small Grants Program Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The Program provides funding for eligible entities to complete projects under $100,000 that make transformative investments in the Delta’s social, economic, scientific, and physical infrastructure. | |
| Recycling Market Development Zone Revolving Loan Program Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery · State Not published · Varies The Recycling Market Development Zone (RMDZ) program combines recycling with economic development to fuel new businesses, expand existing ones, create jobs, and divert waste from landfills. | |
| Greenhouse Gas Reduction Loan Program Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery · State Not published · Varies The GHG Reduction Loan Program provides funds to support new or expanded organics infrastructure, such as composting and anaerobic digestion facilities, as well as for facilities that manufacture fiber, plastic or glass waste materials… | |
| The Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014 (Proposition 1) SMMC Grant Program Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies This program supports Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy’s (“Conservancy”) Proposition 1 Competitive Grant Program specifically pertain to competitive grants for multi benefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects… | |
| Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Grant Program Department of Toxic Substances Control · State Not published · Varies The Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Grant Program purpose is to help facilitate assessing and cleaning up contaminated sites by granting funds to nonprofits, tribal entitles, and local governments. | |
| Algalita Wayfinder Society Mini-Grants Algalita Marine Research and Education · Foundation Not published · From $15K Algalita Marine Research and Education, through its Wayfinder Society program, awards annual mini-grants for projects tackling plastic pollution and related environmental issues. | |
| Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Consolidated Grant Program Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The BH UWC Consolidated Grant Program streamlines administration of State funds, aligning with the Cutting Green Tape initiative. |
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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.
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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