Environmental Justice Grants in California
Last updated October 14, 2026
There are 11 active environmental justice grants tagged to California, part of 331 active environmental justice grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| RMC Lower LA River Grant Program San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · $5M – $200M Priorities for RMC Lower LA River Grants: 1. Ecosystems and watershed protection and restoration projects 2. | |
| Proposition 4 – Wildfire and Forest Resilience San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · $5M – $200M Wildfire and Forest Resilience [Section 91520(l)]: may be awarded for projects that promote watershed improvement, wildfire resilience, chaparral and forest restoration, and workforce development that addresses needs related to this… | |
| Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Proposition 4: Community and Climate Resilience Grant Program Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy Proposition 4: Community and Climate Resilience Grant Program aim to award projects and programs that protect biodiversity; restore watershed function; and expand equitable access to parks… | |
| 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. | |
| County-wide and Regional Funding Program State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · Varies The State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) has identified a need for regional programs that address drought related and contamination issues for state small water systems (state smalls) and domestic wells serving… | |
| 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 – Severely Disadvantaged Community) 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. | |
| Proposition 4 – Nature Based Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies To protect biodiversity or nature, restore landscape health, or achieve California’s climate goals. | |
| 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. | |
| Desert Conservation Program Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies As a result of efforts undertaken by individuals and entities with a strong interest in protecting the Mojave and Colorado Deserts, Assembly Bill 1183, now known as the California Desert Conservation Act, was approved by Governor Gavin… | |
| BH UWC Consolidated Grant Program Baldwin Hills Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The BH UWC Consolidated Grant Program streamlines administration of State funds, aligning with the Cutting Green Tape initiative. | |
| The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – (Prop 68 River – Severely Disadvantaged Community) Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program. |
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About environmental justice grants in California
Environmental justice grants support communities that face disproportionate environmental and public health burdens, funding work such as community organizing, monitoring, planning, and local remediation. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has historically run programs including Environmental Justice Small Grants and the Government-to-Government program. Community-based nonprofits, tribes, and local governments are typical applicants, often working in partnership.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for environmental justice work?
Funding supports community-led projects addressing pollution, public health, and equitable access to a healthy environment, including assessment, planning, education, and on-the-ground solutions. The EPA has been the primary federal source through programs like its Environmental Justice Small Grants and collaborative problem-solving agreements. Note that federal environmental justice programs can shift with administrations, so verify current availability before applying.
Does the EPA fund environmental justice projects?
The EPA has run several environmental justice grant programs, including Environmental Justice Small Grants and the Government-to-Government program that funds governments partnering with community-based organizations. Program funding levels and availability have varied over time, so it is important to check the EPA's current solicitations rather than assuming a program is open.
Who else funds environmental justice nonprofits?
Beyond federal sources, many private and community foundations fund environmental justice and frontline community work, sometimes through pooled funds or regrant intermediaries. State environmental agencies and larger nonprofits also occasionally subgrant to community groups. Building relationships with regional funders can be especially valuable for smaller, community-based organizations.
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