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openMentored Research Scientist Development Award (Parent K01 - Independent Clinical Trial Required)
openSubstance Use/Substance Use Disorder Dissertation Research Award (R36 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)
openEthical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Small Research Grant (R03 Clinical Trial Optional)
openOmics Phenotypes Related to Down Syndrome for the INCLUDE Project (X01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openData Management
openResearch Techs
openCancer Center Support Grants (CCSGs) for NCI-designated Cancer Centers (P30 Clinical Trial Optional)
openNational Facilities
openDOE R
openNational Space Grant College and Fellowship Program - Opportunities in NASA STEM FY 2020 – 2024
openSmall Grants Program
openBiosensing
openD-START: Data Science Track Award for Research Transition (D/START) (R03-Clinical Trial Optional)
openComputational and Data-Enabled Science and Engineering in Mathematical and Statistical Sciences
openInternational epidemiology Databases to Evaluate AIDS (IeDEA) (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
forecastedNIH Blueprint and BRAIN Initiative ACTION Potential Program (F99/K00 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
forecastedNINR Mentoring Resources and Activities
forecastedCellular Senescence Network (SenNet):Technology Projects (UG3/UH3 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
forecastedAdult-Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (A-ABCD) Study Renewal-Research Project Sites (U01)
forecastedInterrupting the Cycle of Violence Against Women Through Targeted Approaches: The We Care Initiative
forecastedResearch Enhancement Award Program (REAP) for Health Professional Schools and Graduate Schools
forecastedTobacco Regulatory Science Small Grant Program for New Investigators (R03 Clinical Trial Optional)
opena Forecast for EmbraceHealth Clinical Research Network to Reduce Health Disparities – Research Sites
forecastedPilot Projects Enhancing Utility and Usage of Common Fund Data Sets (R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
forecastedAnnual Program Statement (APS)
forecastedPromoting a Basic Understanding of Chemical Threats to Skin (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
forecastedHEAL NOFO for the HEAL INTERACT Data Center
forecastedResearch Education Projects
forecastedNIAID Resource-Related Research Projects
forecastedRuth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Senior Fellowship (Parent F33)
openRenewal of the Clinician-Scientists Transdisciplinary Aging Research (Clin-STAR) Coordinating Center
forecastedSuperfund Hazardous Substance Research and Training Program (P42 Clinical Trial Optional)
forecastedEPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC)
openPredoctoral to Postdoctoral Transition Award
forecastedSmall Grant Program for NIAMS K01, K08, K23, and K25 Recipients (R03) (Clinical Trials Not Allowed)
forecastedthe Notice of Funding Opportunity Announcement for the Multiple Chronic Disease Research Centers
forecastedNINDS Child Neurologist Career Development Program (CNCDP) (K12 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
forecastedNDEP STEM Open NFO
openSTARBASE Cherry Point
forecastedPAS Freetown Small Grants Program
forecastedCurriculum and University Partnerships (CUP)
forecastedAnnual Program Statement
forecasteda Funding Opportunity Announcement for HIV Pediatric, Adolescent and Maternal Clinical Trials
forecastedSelective Precision Targeting (SPoT)
forecastedBiomarkers of Cognitive Decline and Dementias of Aging in Individuals within the Autism Spectrum
forecastedData Coordinating Center for the Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease Mouse Brain Atlas (AD-MBA)
forecastedNIH Small Business Technology Transfer Grant (Parent STTR [R41/R42] Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
forecastedSBIR/STTR Commercialization Readiness Pilot (CRP) Program (Parent SB1 Clinical Trial Required)
forecastedNIH and CDC Small Business Innovation Research Grant (Parent SBIR [R43/R44] Clinical Trial Required)
forecastedSBIR/STTR Commercialization Readiness Pilot (CRP) Program (Parent SB1 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
forecastedNIH Small Business Technology Transfer Grant (Parent STTR [R41/R42] Clinical Trial Required)
forecastedAD/ADRD Clinical Trials Short Course
forecastedInfertility Training Center
forecastedVeterans Legacy Grants Program
forecastedEconomics
openUsing Archived Data and Specimen Collections to Advance Maternal and Pediatric HIV/AIDS Research
forecastedLaw & Science
openClinical Data Ecosystem for Genomics (CDEG)
forecastedTopical Workshops, Symposiums, and Conferences (TWSC-24) in Space and Earth Sciences and Technology
openNational Centers for Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NCBIB) (P41 Clinical Trials Optional)
openCancer Research Education Grants Program - Research Experiences (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openMentored Quantitative Research Development Award (Parent K25 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openCancer Prevention and Control Clinical Trials Planning Grant Program (U34 Clinical Trials Optional)
openFY 2024 – 2026 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR)
openCancer Prevention and Control Clinical Trials Planning Grant Program (R34 Clinical Trials Optional)
openGeospace Cluster
openBiomedical Technology Optimization and Dissemination Center (BTOD)(RM1-Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openNew Approaches for Measuring Brain Changes Across Longer Timespans (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)
openEffectiveness Trials to Test Mental Health System Interventions (R61/R33 Clinical Trial Required)
openNew Approaches for Measuring Brain Changes Across Longer Timespans (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
openSEEDING CRITICAL ADVANCES FOR LEADING ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES WITH UNTAPPED POTENTIAL (SCALEUP) READY
openCareer Transition Award for NINDS Intramural Clinician-Scientists (K22 Clinical Trial Required)
openEnhancing Mechanistic Research on Precision Probiotic Therapies (R61/R33 Clinical Trial Optional)
openCareer Transition Award for NINDS Intramural Clinician-Scientists (K22 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openMechanisms that Impact Cancer Risk with Use of Incretin Mimetics (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openToward Translation of Nanotechnology Cancer Interventions (TTNCI; R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openNIDDK High Risk Multi-Center Clinical Study Cooperative Agreement (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openNew Investigator Gateway Awards for Collaborative T1D Research (R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openExploratory/Developmental Bioengineering Research Grants (EBRG) (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openUltra-Rare Gene-based Therapy (URGenT) Network Resource Access (X01, Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openNIDDK High Risk Multi-Center Clinical Study Cooperative Agreement (U01 Clinical Trial Required)
openPNS: Health Equity
forecastedEngaging Older Adults Resource Center
forecastedUSDA/USDOI Joint Fire Science Program (JFSP)
forecastedPNS: Protecting Rights and Preventing Abuse
forecastedFY23 Evaluation Monitoring Program
forecastedNFRP Outreach and Invitation for Response
forecastedAnnual Engagement Innovation Fund Italy
forecastedState Electronic Crash Data Collection
forecastedSpotlight on Humanities in Higher Education
forecastedPDS Italy Annual Program Statement
forecastedModernizing Senior Centers Resource Center
forecastedAcademy for Women Entrepreneurs 2024
forecastedUCEDD National Training Initiative
forecastedDRAFT Community Noise Mitigation Program
forecastedDemocracy Commission Program R2 FY2022
forecastedPromoting the Voices and Engagement of Persons with Lived Experience to Prevent Labor Exploitation
forecastedVenezuela Annual Program Statement
forecasted2nd Annual Program Statement PA Italy
forecastedClimate Hackathon in Northern Japan
forecasted(RFI) No. 95332421K0004 - Community Engagement Services for the Solomon Islands Threshold Program
forecastedCounter Wildlife Trafficking NOFO
forecastedNational Paralysis Initiative
forecastedHumanities Connections
forecastedLegal Assistance Enhancement Program Grants
forecastedParis Peace Agreements Report NOFO
forecastedAlumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2024
forecastedVenezuela Annual Program Statement
forecastedApplied regulatory science research to evaluate and treat cardiotoxicity of oncology therapeutics
forecastedSustaining Cultural Heritage Collections
forecastedOsage Nation Wildland Fire Response
forecastedPublic Diplomacy Small Grants Program
forecastedDialogues on the Experiences of War
forecastedAFCP 2020 Small Grants Competition
forecastedBetter Work Global
forecastedMedia Projects
forecastedLandmarks of American History and Culture
forecastedFunding for New Counter-Disinformation Game
forecastedPartnership Intermediary Agreement (PIA)
forecastedPNS: Empowering Individuals
forecastedDIRECTED ENERGY TECHNOLOGY EXPERIMENTATION RESEARCH ADVANCED RESEARCH ANNOUCEMENT (DETER ARA)
forecasted2022 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund-Italy
forecastedUniversity Partnership Models
forecastedtitle
forecastedMigrant Resilience Collaborative
forecastedHealth Equity Data Access Program (HEDAP)
forecastedFDA OMHHE Convener for Racial & Ethnic minority Acceleration Consortium for Health Equity (REACH)
forecastedHealth Equity Innovation Award: Enhance Equity Funding Opportunity (U01) Clinical Trials Not Allowed
forecastedU.S. Exchange Alumni Summit Bangladesh 2024
forecastedMeet the Corner Program FY2024
forecastedAlzheimer's Disease Programs Initiative (ADPI) - States and Community Grants (Winter 2025)
forecastedAnimal Food Regulatory Program Alliance
forecastedSlip-On Tankers
forecastedAFCP 2020 Small Grants Competition
forecasted2023 Emerging Voices Small Grants Program
forecastedSpecial Technology Development Program
forecastedMISSION ITALY ANNUAL PROGRAM STATEMENT 2023
forecastedUCEDD National Training Initiative
forecastedDemocracy Commission Program Round 2 FY2023
forecastedIntegrated Food Safety System Regulatory and Laboratory Training System National Coordination Center
forecastedAmbassador’s Special Self-Help Fund
forecastedCommunity Led Monitoring Intervention
forecastedAPS 2022 PDS Italy
forecastedCulture of Research and University Exchanges Prep program (CRUX) in One Health and Agricultural STEM
forecastedGPD Grant Forecast
forecastedSTARBASE Wright Patt
forecastedProjects of National Significance
forecastedInfluenza Modeling and Forecasting
forecastedFY25 Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Navy and Marine Corps Science and Technology
openNaval Engineering Education Consortium (NEEC) Broad Agency Announcement for Fiscal Year 2026
forecastedAnalysis
openCombinatorics
openFoundations
openProbability
openMathematical Biology
openResearch on the Science and Technology Enterprise: Indicators, Statistics, and Methods (NCSES S&T)
openComplex Integrated Multi-Component Projects in Aging Research (U19 Clinical Trial Optional)
forecastedTribal Self-Governance Planning
forecastedTribal Management Grant (TMG) Program
forecastedTribal Self-Governance Negotiation
forecastedEpidemiology Program for American Indian/Alaska Native Tribes and Urban Indian Communities
forecastedEPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Research Incubators for STEM Excellence
openLegal Assistance Enhancement Program Grants
forecastedNational Ombudsman Resource Center
forecastedAdvancing Strategies to Enhance Preventative Health to Older Adults in the Senior Nutrition Program
forecastedSwitzer Research Fellowships Program
forecastedElder Justice Innovation Grants FY2026
forecastedExpanding Whole Person Strategies for Community Evidence-Based Falls Prevention Programming
forecastedSpinal Cord Injury Model Systems Centers
forecastedAdvanced Rehabilitation Research Training (ARRT) Program - Community Living and Participation
forecastedField Initiated Projects Program (Research)
forecastedKidney Precision Medicine Project Tissue Interrogation Sites (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
forecastedNutrition Obesity Research Centers (NORCs)
forecastedGeorge M. O’Brien Urology Cooperative Research Centers Program (U54 Clinical Trial Optional)
forecastedScreening for Conditions by Electronic Nose Technology (SCENT III) (Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
forecastedBuilding National Partnerships for the Prevention of Emerging and Reemerging Infectious Diseases
forecastedStrengthening tuberculosis (TB) prevention, diagnosis, and treatment in Southeast Asia to end TB
forecastedFluid Dynamics
openMentored Research Scientist Development Award (Parent K01 - Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openNIDCR Small Research Grants for Analyses of Existing Genomics Data (R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openNIDCR Research Grants for Analyses of Existing Genomics Data (R01) (Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openAccelerating the Pace of Substance Use Research Using Existing Data (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openAccelerating the Pace of Substance Use Research Using Existing Data (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openMentored Quantitative Research Development Award (Parent K25 Independent Clinical Trial Required)
openNIDCD Research Career Enhancement Award for Established Investigators (K18 Clinical Trial Required)
openBuilding Interdisciplinary Research Careers in Women's Health (BIRCWH) (K12 Clinical Trial Optional)
openInternational Research Scientist Development Award (IRSDA) (K01 Independent Clinical Trial Required)
openCatalysis
openBiophotonics
openIndependent Scientist Award (Parent K02 Independent Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required)
openStephen I. Katz Early Stage Investigator Research Project Grant (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openNSF STEM K-12
openSociology
openStimulating Access to Research in Residency (StARR) (R38 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openComprehensive Partnerships to Advance Cancer Health (CPACH) (U54 Clinical Trial Optional)
forecastedSocial Psychology
openLinguistics
openMaternal and Pediatric Precision in Therapeutics (MPRINT) Knowledge and Research Coordination Center
forecastedThe NIDDK Inflammatory Bowel Disease Genetics Consortium (IBDGC) Data Coordinating Center
forecastedThe NIDDK Inflammatory Bowel Disease Genetics Consortium (IBDGC) Genomic Research Centers
forecastedAutism Centers of Excellence R01
forecastedAutism Centers of Excellence P50
forecastedContinuation of the Collaborative Islet Transplantation Registry (U01 Clinical Trial Not allowed)
forecastedResearch Council of Finland (RCF) – National Institutes of Health (NIH) Partnership Program
forecastedAtmosphere Cluster
openINCLUDE Project: Transformative Research Awards for Down syndrome (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
forecastedCollaborative Awards to Support Microphysiological System Pilot Studies in Type 2 Diabetes Research
forecastedGlobal Brain and Nervous System Disorders Research Across the Lifespan - Exploratory Grants
forecastedCenters for AIDS Research (CFAR)
forecastedRFA-GH-18-000
openCancer Intervention and Surveillance Modeling Network (CISNET) (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
openRFA-TS-18-000
openRFA-CE-18-000
openRFA-DP-18-000
openRFA-CK-18-000
openRFA-PS-18-000
openRFA-EH-18-000
openRFA-SH-18-000
openRFA-IP-18-000
openRFA-OE-18-000
openRFA-CD-18-000
openRFA-CC-18-000
openRFA-TP-18-000
openRFA-OT-18-000
openRFA-DD-18-000
openOpportunities for Collaborative Research at the NIH Clinical Center (U01 Clinical Trial Optional)
openNational Strategy for Suicide Prevention
forecastedImproving global health security in Côte d'Ivoire through collaboration with local partners
forecastedGarrett Lee Smith Campus Suicide Prevention
forecastedUkraine Critical Minerals Investments
forecastedCooperative Agreements for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Planning Grants
forecastedPublic Programming and Educational Outreach: Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park
openRural Health Network Advancement Program
forecastedRuth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award Institutional Research Training Grant (NRSA)
forecastedApplied Mathematics
openGeometric Analysis
openTopology
openPlasma Physics
openNSF/CASIS Transport Phenomena Research at the International Space Station to Benefit Life on Earth
openNursing Home Staffing Campaign
forecastedArchaeometry
openFiscal Year 2026 Scientific Infrastructure Support for Consolidated Innovative Nuclear Research
openDisaster Distress Helpline
forecastedAssisted Outpatient Treatment
forecastedEnhancing Understanding and Preparedness for Public Health Threats Through Research in Kenya
forecastedImplementing Zero Suicide in Health Systems
forecastedChildren's Mental Health Initiative
forecastedRyan White HIV/AIDS Program Part D - Women, Infants, Children and Youth Grant Supplemental Funding
forecastedTraumatic Brain Injury State Partnership
forecastedStatistics
openRural Health Research Dissemination Program
forecastedFY2026 Cooperative Agreements for 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Crisis Center Follow-Up Programs
forecastedCancer Center Support Grants (CCSGs) for NCI-designated Cancer Centers (P30 Clinical Trial Optional)
openResident Opportunity and Self-Sufficiency Service Coordinator (ROSS-SC) Program – Fiscal Year 2025
openYouthBuild 2025
openResearch Grants for Preventing Interpersonal Violence and Suicide Among Youth and Young Adults (R01)
forecastedState Offices of Rural Health Program
forecastedTelehealth Centers of Excellence
forecastedAccelerating Discovery through Partnered Research with All of Us to Analyze Participant Biospecimens
forecastedThe purpose of this RFA is to increase public awareness of Domestic Violence (DV), specifically Interpersonal Violence (IV), and support community-led efforts to adopt and implement primary prevention strategies that improve the scope and quality of services provided to victims of IV. The California Department of Public Health, Injury and Violence Prevention Branch (CDPH/IVPB) anticipates releasing Request for Application (RFA): 25-10031, Local Training and Education Program for the Prevention of DV. CDPH/IVPB anticipates awarding up to one (1) local project with (3) three or more years of demonstrated experience and capabilities implementing local community organizing and/or public health policy, system, and environmental (PSE) change work. Funding will be available from State of...
The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Public entities bear a financial responsibility for maintaining public landfill sites in compliance with state regulations and standards. The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Eligible projects include...
The California Advanced Services Fund Broadband Adoption Account provides grants that will increase publicly available or after-school broadband access and digital inclusion, such as grants for digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption The California Public Utilities Commission will give preference to programs and projects in communities with demonstrated low broadband access, including low-income communities, senior citizen communities, and communities facing socioeconomic barriers to broadband adoption. Eligible Projects: Digital Literacy Projects- Digital inclusion projects may include digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption, including low-income communities...
To support federally-recognized tribes located in California and nonprofits that serve federally-recognized tribal governments to increase disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation capabilities in tribal communities. Tribal governments and nonprofits can work independently, with other tribal governments, or with local nonprofits to provide disaster preparedness information and resources to tribal communities.
Support organizations throughout California that serve multiple counties and/or larger populations with key social vulnerability factors located in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Community-based organizations throughout the state, referred to as CBOs, can work independently or subgrant with local CBOs to provide disaster training and resources to vulnerable and diverse populations. The purpose of the LS Program is to support organizations throughout California that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the State work independently through their local chapters and/or affiliates to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by...
The purpose of the LL Program is to support organizations within California’s Southern Region that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the Southern Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by emergencies. The purpose of the LL Program is to support organizations within California’s Southern Region as defined in Section E. 1. above, that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the Southern Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources...
To support organizations located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the Inland Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by emergencies. This work is intended to increase their communities’ disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation capabilities. The purpose of the LN Program is to support organizations within California’s Inland Region as defined in Section E.1. above, that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the Inland Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources to...
Nonprofits throughout the Coastal Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by emergencies. This work is intended to increase their communities’ disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation capabilities. The purpose of the LM Program is to support organizations within California’s Coastal Region as defined in Section E.1. above, that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the Coastal Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by emergencies. This work is...
The purpose of the LC Program is to provide funding to a fiscal administrator which will in coordination with Cal OES, support new and existing CERT programs to build their capacity to prepare vulnerable and underserved populations including, but not limited to: providing CERT training in languages other than English, providing CERT training to underserved populations and/or populations that are at high risk for disasters, ... The purpose of the LC Program is to provide funding to a fiscal administrator which will in coordination with Cal OES, support new and existing CERT programs to build their capacity to prepare vulnerable and underserved populations including, but not limited to: providing CERT training in languages other than English, providing CERT training to underserved...
The selected EPTA PY 25-26 awardee will provide developmental evaluation and technical assistance to projects providing skills trainings to target populations who face unique challenges to accessing employment opportunities. This grant funding provides a valuable opportunity to leverage the evaluation outputs and implement necessary adaptations to support workforce development projects that benefit the individuals and communities they serve. This grant aims to provide specialized support to help ETPP PY 25-26 projects work better and help progeam awardees to achieve successful project outcomes. This grant supports a thorough analysis of PY 25-26 ETP Programs, the evaluation will follow best practices for rigorous, transparent, and reproducible analysis, and provide outputs of the...
The Digital Divide Grant Program will award one grant of $100,000 for rural and urban public schools and two grants of up to $50,000 each for non-profit Community Based Organizations (CBO). The grants will fund digital projects that serve beneficiary public schools/districts and non-profit Community Organizations. Projects may address gaps in broadband networks, affordability, access to personal devices and digital skills training. The Digital Divide Grant Program (DDGP) will provide three grants for a total of $200,000. The DDGP is funded by fees collected from leases of state-owned property to wireless telecommunications service providers, pursuant to Government Code Section 14666.8. Eligible projects will serve a beneficiary public school or district located in an urban or rural...
The purpose of this RFA is to help LEAs develop and implement effective tobacco prevention and education programs for students in grades six through twelve. This deviation is a result of declining tobacco tax revenues and a reduction in prevalence of youth tobacco use and vaping, which dropped from 10.5 percent in 2018 to 5.0 percent in 2024, per the California Youth Tobacco Survey results. TPYE Cohort 2026–29 grants will be funded using tobacco tax revenues allocated to the CDE from Propositions 56 and 99, as enacted in the state budget. The grant award period is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029. Grant Award Notifications (AO-400s) will be allocated for the three-year grant cycle. The number of grants awarded will depend on the number and quality of applications received, the...
The purpose of this program is to provide an additional free fresh fruit or vegetable snack to elementary school students during the school day as a supplement to (and not part of) the School Breakfast Program (SBP) and the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), and to teach students about good nutrition. The FFVP also encourages grantees to develop partnerships at the state and local level for support in implementing and operating the program. How Does It Work? The California Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) is a reimbursement grant program funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and administered by the California Department of Education (CDE) Nutrition Services Division (NSD). The USDA provides funds to the CDE NSD to administer the FFVP program according to federal...
The California Library Literacy Services opportunity provides grant funding for California public libraries to implement adult literacy programs. California Library Literacy Services provides free tutoring to help adults across California achieve their literacy goals. The purpose of this grant is to address the critical impact of adult literacy levels in California by helping adults meet their life goals and aspirations. Accepted applicants will join California Library Literacy Services in the 2026-2027 project period and are expected to run ongoing literacy programs. Funds for ongoing programs are awarded annually.
The Factory-Built Housing (FBH) Program is designed to support regional strategies that use factory-built housing to expand the supply of affordable, high-quality homes across California. The goal is to create solutions that can be scaled and replicated to move beyond one-off development projects to broader, long-term impact. The FBH Program is funded by a $12,000,000 allocation from the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program to fund two grant types -- Catalyst Grants and Planning Grants. Public Relations Code Section 75210 created the AHSC Program to “implement land use, housing, transportation, and agricultural land preservation practices to support infill and compact development, and that support related and coordinated public policy objectives.” The AHSC Program...
The Factory-Built Housing (FBH) Program is designed to support regional strategies that use factory-built housing to expand the supply of affordable, high-quality homes across California. The goal is to create solutions that can be scaled and replicated to move beyond one-off development projects to broader, long-term impact. The FBH Program is funded by a $12,000,000 allocation from the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program to fund two grant types -- Catalyst Grants and Planning Grants. Public Relations Code Section 75210 created the AHSC Program to “implement land use, housing, transportation, and agricultural land preservation practices to support infill and compact development, and that support related and coordinated public policy objectives.” The AHSC Program...
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 subdivision and is designed to create career pathways for individuals from disadvantaged communities, severely disadvantaged communities, or vulnerable populations The RMC awards grants and interagency agreements with the aim toward creating open space, habitat restoration, expanding green space in disadvantaged communities, and protecting the watersheds of the San Gabriel and Los Angeles Rivers, Dominguez Channel, and Catalina Island. The overall policy guidelines for the RMC are found in two primary references: the statute which created the RMC, Public...
The 2025 Kitchen Infrastructure and Training (KIT) Grant competitively awards funding to eligible school food authorities (SFA) to support initiatives for improving the quality of meals served through the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP), which may include procurement of California-grown, whole or minimally processed food, food service staff training and salaries, and kitchen infrastructure upgrades. On June 27, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 121 (Committee on Budget. Education finance: education omnibus budget trailer bill) into law. Section 79 of this law appropriated $155 million from the State of California’s General Fund to the California Department of Education (CDE) to competitively award $145 million in KIT Grants and $10...
The purpose of the Victim Offender Dialogue Program Grants is to provide grants to eligible nonprofit organizations to provide facilitation services within the CDCR VOD program. The funding is designed to help maintain and increase the number of facilitators to sustain quality and restorative justice opportunities for California crime victims. This project will provide $1 million in grants per year for two years ($2 million total) to eligible nonprofit organizations to provide facilitation services within the CDCR VOD program. The grant period begins on July 1, 2026 and ends on June 30, 2028. The Victim-Offender Dialogue (VOD) is a victim-centered, offender-sensitive facilitated preparation and dialogue process typically involving victims or the surviving family members, the offender who...
The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Public entities bear a financial responsibility for maintaining public landfill sites in compliance with state regulations and standards. The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Eligible projects include...
This program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $500,000 to help public entities accelerate the pace of cleanup, restore sites, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities. Widespread illegal dumping of solid waste adversely impacts Californians in many ways. Properties on which illegal dumping occurs lose economic value; create public health and safety and environmental problems; and degrade the enjoyment and pride in the affected communities. Abandoned, idled, or underutilized properties due to unauthorized dumping impact what were once the sources of economic benefits to a community. Many such properties have been abandoned or have owners who are unable or unwilling to pay the costs of cleanup.
The purpose of this program is to help stop pet overpopulation in California by providing funds for spay/neuter services to municipalities and non-profit organizations in California. This program is funded by the Pet Lover’s License Plate Program, from the sale and renewal of the specailty license plate and the Prevention of Animal Homelessness and Cruelty Voluntary Tax Contribution Fund, supported by California taxpayer contributions. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is pleased to announce a competitive solicitation process to award grants under the Pet Lover’s Spay and Neuter Grant Program. CDFA anticipates that up to $500,000 will be awarded to projects that help provide spay/neuter services to alleviate pet overpopulation. Individual grant award amounts can...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) provides funding support to research and outreach projects focused on protecting vineyards, preventing the spread of pests and diseases, and delivering practical and sustainable solutions. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) accepts proposals for research and outreach projects on the following serious pests and diseases of winegrapes: Pierce’s disease and its vectors, especially the glassy-winged sharpshooter; grapevine red blotch disease; grapevine leafroll disease; mealybug pests of winegrapes; and also grapevine fanleaf disease; spotted lanternfly; and brown marmorated...
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking one or more third-partyadministrator (3PA) Grantee(s), through a competitive solicitation, to administer grantsto community-based organizations (CBO) and collaborate with them to develop andcarry out statewide community engagement activities related to CARB’s CaliforniaSatellite Methane Project (CalSMP). The CalSMP Community Engagement Project aims to provide technical assistance to communities to support understanding of the science of methane as a pollutant, how the CalSMP works to reduce emissions, and the data from the project, and to engage the community on information needs. A total of $4,750,000.00 is available through this Solicitation. Up to 33% of the total amount (i.e., $1,567,000.00) may be used by the 3PA Grantee(s) to...
The goals of the CA Duck Stamp Project, as described in legislation, are to protect, preserve, restore, enhance and develop migratory waterfowl breeding and wintering habitat, evaluate habitat projects, and conduct waterfowl resource assessments and other waterfowl related research. The Stamp Project is funded by State Duck Stamp sales (Fish and Game Code § 3702). Before the Commission may consider any project proposal, the Department shall analyze such project and provide the Commission with recommendations as to the project's feasibility and need (Fish and Game Code § 3703). Two dollars and twenty-five cents ($2.25) of the amount collected by the Department for each state duck stamp sold shall be allocated by the Commission for the purposes of the North American Waterfowl Management...
To protect critical agricultural lands, to support infill & compact development, and to avoid increases in the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the conversion of agricultural land to non-agricultural uses. Planning grants support the development of local and regional land use policies and economic development strategies to protect these agricultural lands. Note: pre-proposals are required, deadline for submittal is January 15, 2025. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Planning Grants support the development and implementation of plans for the protection of agricultural land at risk of conversion to...
Permanently protect croplands, rangelands, and lands utilized for the cultivation of traditional resources from conversion to non-agricultural uses. Protecting these lands promotes smart growth within existing jurisdictions, ensures open space remains available, and supports healthy agricultural and tribal food systems, and resulting food security. Please note: pre-proposals are required, deadline for submittal is December 1, 2025. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Agricultural Conservation Acquisitions provide funding to leverage the protection of strategically located, highly productive, and critically threatened agricultural land, via...
To study problems of beach erosion and to construct projects to stabilize beaches and shoreline areas either through the strategic placement of sand or via hard structures like seawalls, groins, and rock revetments in concentrated areas to protect vital public infrastructure. The authority for the Shoreline Erosion Control Grant Program (Harbors and Navigation Code 65-67.4) was part of the legislation that created the Department of Navigation and Ocean Development, the predecessor agency to the Department of Boating and Waterways. Many projects in this program are partially funded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, with the State paying up to 50% of the cost of the local sponsor’s required project cost share for construction. *Note: The letter of intent is due by 12/15/2025 at 5pm.
The restoration, enhancement, and nourishment of public beaches through the cost-effective engineered placement of sand on the beach or in the nearshore environment. The Public Beach Restoration Grant Program was created in 1999 via the Public Beach Restoration Act (Harbors and Navigation Code 69.5-69.9, AB64–Ducheny). Carefully planned beach restoration can minimize the erosive forces of ocean waves to protect vital public infrastructure and accommodate the recreational needs of visitors to California’s beaches. This program is also consistent with the California Natural Resources Agency’s Shoreline Erosion Protection Policy (1978) favoring beach nourishment as a method of erosion control. *Note: The letter of intent is due 12/15/2025 by 5:00 pm.
Explore the Coast
openThe Explore the Coast grant program seeks to provide enjoyable coastal experiences for people and communities who face challenges or barriers to accessing the coast. The California State Coastal Conservancy (Conservancy) announces the availability of grants to public agencies, federally recognized tribes, California Native American communities, and nonprofit organizations that facilitate and enhance the public’s opportunities to explore California’s spectacular coast. The ocean, coast, and beaches have long been recognized and used as spaces of joy, relaxation, and healing for many Californians. The ability to experience the coast without fear of financial cost, physical barriers or feelings of not belonging, is crucial to how people cultivate their own lifelong connections with the...
Provide resources for keeping boater sewage from lakes and reservoirs The Floating Restroom Grant Program provides floating restroom units to lakes and reservoirs across California. The Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) procures, delivers, and grants the DBW-designed and developed floating restroom to the recipient. The grant recipient then places the floating restrooms at on-water locations convenient to boaters and maintains the units for a minimum of 10 years. The Clean Vessel Act grant program also offers maintenance and rehabilitation funds for the floating restrooms.
Tribal HHAP provides flexible funding to California Federally Recognized Tribes for a variety of unique, culturally responsive interventions to prevent and address homelessness in their communities. The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is pleased to announce the availability of approximately $28.5 million in Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (Tribal HHAP) grant funding. These funds are available for California Federally Recognized Tribes and are designed to be flexible to meet the unique needs of each community in their goals to prevent and end homelessness. Tribal HHAP is a dedicated Tribal set-aside within the broader Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Program developed specifically for—and in partnership with—California...
Purpose of the Victim Impact Grants is for eligible nonprofit organizations to deliver victim impact programs that are victim-focused, restorative justice programs designed to promote understanding and sensitivity to the impact of crime on victim/survivors provided by community-based organizations with the core principles being Victim-Centered Approach, Empathy Development & Accountability. Victim Impact Program curriculum must include interactions with victim/survivors to be brought into the institution of assigned programming during a minimum of half (50%) of their programming sessions to meet with current program participants in accordance with these grant objectives. Victim/survivors utilized to meet this program requirement must be coordinated in partnership with the CDCR Office of...
CA-TREC will fund California statewide residential building electrification and efficiency contractor training projects that develop the workforce necessary for long-term market transformation in whole-home efficiency; reduce cost of training contractor employees; and support programs offering testing and certifications for contractors. see solicitation manual for more details
The purpose of the EVITP Fund is to train and certify electricians to install electric vehicle charging equipment statewide. ETP is administering the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) Fund 1.5 in collaboration with the California Energy Commission (CEC) and is pleased to announce the availability of approximately $934,702 in funding to increase the number of electricians certified through EVITP within California. The purpose of the EVITP Fund is to train and certify electricians to install electric vehicle charging equipment statewide. Zero-emission vehicles play an important role in California’s efforts to reach its ambitious climate and air quality goals. The state has goals of getting 5 million zero-emission vehicles onto California roads by 2030 and 100% of all...
The purpose of the After School Education and Safety Program is to create incentives for establishing locally-driven Expanded Learning programs, including after school programs that partner with public schools and communities to provide academic and literacy support, and safe, constructive alternatives for youth. The After School Education and Safety (ASES) Program is the result of the 2002 voter-approved initiative, Proposition 49. These programs are created through partnerships between schools and local community resources to provide literacy, academic enrichment and safe, constructive alternatives for students in kindergarten through ninth grade. Funding is designed to: (1) maintain existing before and after school program funding; and (2) provide eligibility to all elementary and...
The purpose of the CSNSGP is to provide funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk for violent attacks and hate crimes due to ideology, beliefs, or mission. Restricted to California nonprofit organizations that are described under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (IRC) and exempt from tax under Section 501(a) of such code. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) does not require certain organizations such as churches, mosques, and synagogues to apply for and receive recognition of exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRC. Such organizations are automatically exempt if they meet the requirements of Section 501(c)(3).
The ETPP grants will be awarded to develop and implement projects that accelerate pathways to employment for populations facing significant employment barriers into high-demand occupations for good-quality jobs. The ETPP will develop skill-based pathways by integrating education and workforce training programs to align with the specific needs of to serve California’s highest-needs populations. The ETPP grants will be awarded to develop and implement projects that accelerate pathways to employment for populations facing significant employment barriers into high-demand occupations for good-quality jobs. The ETPP will develop skill-based pathways by integrating education and workforce training programs to align with the specific needs of the state’s strategic industry sectors which will...
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program provides assistance to civil engineers in solving a variety of engineering challenges using Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA), which is produced from shredded tires, is lightweight, free-draining, and a less expensive alternative to conventional aggregates. Eligible Projects: Projects generally fall into one of five categories (see TDA Uses for more complete descriptions): Category 1: Mechanically Stabilized TDA (retaining walls). Category 2: Low Impact Development (storm water mitigation including storm water infiltration galleries). Category 3: Lightweight fill (slope stabilization, embankment...
The Trauma Recovery Center Grant funds centers throughout California that assist victims of violent crime. These centers provide wrap-around services and assist victims who are typically unserved and underserved communities. The Trauma Recovery Center (TRC) Grant funds organizations that operate throughout California to provide survivors of violent crime access to mental health or social services that may not be accessible for them through existing avenues. The TRC model offers wrap-around clinical services and cost-effective solutions for under- or unserved survivors and includes assertive outreach, clinical case management, assistance with law enforcement, referral to community resources and trauma-informed treatment. TRCs are meant to meet the victim where they are and serve each...
This funding opportunity aims to support precision medicine and representative research that leverage partnerships within California, include underrepresented populations, who have been underrecognized or historically excluded, as research participants, and reduce health disparities, so that research benefits all people within California and promotes health innovation for all California communities. Award selection will have three stages. Deadlines: Letter of Intent (required): 11/21/25 Initial Application: 1/23/26 Full Application: 4/24/26 The California Initiative to Advance Precision Medicine (CIAPM) will award $6 million to support approximately 3-5 project teams conducting representative precision medicine research projects in California over a 2.5-year project term...
Funding aims to support doctoral student representative research in California that uses a precision medicine framework, includes underrepresented populations, who have been underrecognized or historically excluded, as research participants, and reduces health disparities, so research benefits all people in California, and promotes health innovation for all California communities. Sponsor institutions are responsible for use/disposition of funds. Update: Institutions are the recipients of CIAPM funding and should ensure applicants and awardees from their institutions are in good academic standing, compliant with institutional policies and applicable law. The California Initiative to Advance Precision Medicine (CIAPM) will award approximately $2.3 million to support around 15 doctoral...
WHALE TAIL® Grant
closedWHALE TAIL® Grants help people connect to the California coast and its watersheds through experiential education, stewardship, and outdoor experiences. WHALE TAIL® Grants focus on engaging communities that face barriers accessing marine education and stewardship opportunities, and can engage participants of any age anywhere in California. Projects must engage communities in California and include education about coastal and marine environments. This may include classroom-based programs, field trips, climate change education and stewardship, coastal habitat restoration or shoreline cleanup programs with community involvement, community or participatory science, cultural and ancestral practice preservation, workforce development, and much more. We strongly encourage projects engaging...
The BH UWC Consolidated Grant Program streamlines administration of State funds, aligning with the Cutting Green Tape initiative. Centered on Embedding Equity, it funds high-impact projects that advance conservation, climate resilience, and Access for All through Planning, Implementation, Acquisition, and Stewardship & Community Access Grants that deliver equitable, measurable benefits statewide. The Consolidated Grant Program guidelines prioritizes project which directly and meaningfully benefit Disadvantaged Communities and Vulnerable Populations. BH UWC Community and Climate Resilience Framework is integral to effective and equitable grant making is the strategic funding of projects & programs that deliver tangible and/or measurable benefits to a population, in direct response to a...
The purpose of the Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions is to advance economic justice for populations and communities impacted by cannabis prohibition and the War on Drugs by providing support to local jurisdictions as they promote equity in California and eliminate barriers to enter the newly regulated cannabis industry for equity program applicants and licensees. On November 8, 2016, California voters approved Proposition 64, the Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA). In its statement of purpose and intent, AUMA calls for regulating cannabis in a way that “reduces barriers to entry into the legal, regulated market.” GO-Biz administers the Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions to aid local equity program efforts to support...
States that are awarded these federal funds distribute them in subgrants to charter school developers, known as Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP) Start-Up Subgrants in the state of California, to assist in the development and initial operations of newly established or conversion charter schools as well as to assist in the expansion and replication of high-quality charter schools. PCSGP Start-Up Subgrants identify funding levels and terms into four subgrant types: Planning, Implementation, Replication, and Expansion. The actual number and type of subgrants awarded during each Request for Application (RFA) competition may vary based on demand. If all authorized awards are not approved for funding, the CDE may open additional RFA competition events for new applicants until all of...
The Dept of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) offers the Reusable Beverage Containers Infrastructure Grant Program pursuant to Assembly Bill (AB) 179 (Chapter 249, Ting, Budget Act of 2022). The purpose of the grant is to provide infrastructure and start-up costs for establishing a Bottle Washer Processor for glass reusable containers in the Beverage Container Recycling Program pursuant to Section 14539 of the Public Resources Code. Eligible Projects/Products Eligible projects include infrastructure costs and start-up costs related to establishing a Bottle Washer Processor for glass California CRV reusable beverage containers. Eligible applicants include: -Local governments (cities, counties, or cities and counties) as defined in Public Resources Code (PRC) section 30109...
This Grant is to provide support to eligible community-based, nonprofit organizations for the purpose of delivering trauma-informed, rehabilitative and/or restorative justice programming in CDCR institutions. RIGHT 3.0 funds may be used to sustain or expand a currently existing trauma-informed, rehabilitative and/or restorative justice program. Organizations may utilize funds to provide a new program within an institution where trauma-informed, rehabilitative and/or restorative justice the program is not currently offered.
2025 CDBG NOFA
openUnder the 2025 NOFA, approximately $27 million in federal funds for Community Development Block Grant will be made available to develop viable communities provisioning decent affordable housing, expanding economic opportunities, and developing suitable infrastructure principally for the benefit of Low- and Moderate-Income (LMI) persons, families, households, and neighborhoods. Under this NOFA, CDBG funds are provided as grants to Non-Entitlement Units of Local Government for projects and programs that will reduce disparities in their communities. All CDBG activities must meet the National Objective of benefiting low- and moderate-income persons. The objectives of the CDBG program are to develop viable communities by the provision of decent affordable housing, a suitable living...
College Corps is a Governor’s Initiative administered by California Volunteers and GO-Serve in partnership with California colleges and universities with a strong commitment to civic and community engagement. Successful applicants will receive state funds and an allotment of College Corps fellow slots to build the next generation of civic leaders, engaging college students from all backgrounds in meaningful paid service. In support of addressing California’s critical challenges, College Corps has three primary goals: Engage college students in meaningful service opportunities that build leadership skills and civic responsibility. Help students from diverse backgrounds graduate college on time and with less debt. Support the work of community-based organizations focused on key local...
California recognizes the unique and valuable skillset of young men and boys, particularly as role models and mentors to younger generations of boys. To this end, California Volunteers is launching the California Men’s Service Challenge to encourage young men’s participation in paid service, to build career and leadership skills while modeling a positive experience of manhood. Applicants must address at least one of two priority goals to qualify for funding under this initiative: Goal 1: Scaling ServicePrograms funded under this goal will expand existing service models with proven capacity to engage young men and boys as beneficiaries of member service. Service members addressing this goal will engage in direct service activities aligned with the organization’s existing program model...
The Clean Water Act Section 319 Grant Program supports projects to reduce and mitigate the effects of nonpoint source pollutants to waters of the state within priority watersheds identified by the Regional Water Quality Control Boards. Projects that improve impaired waters, protect high quality waters, and restore fire-damaged landscapes will be considered along with planning and implementation project proposals. The program primarily funds implementation projects but occasionally offers grants for planning projects. Examples of projects include livestock fencing to reduce sediment and nutrient discharges, agricultural best management practices to reduce pesticide and nutrient discharges, dredging contaminated sediment from pesticide-impaired waters, habitat restoration such as...
CNIP Expansion was established to encourage the purchase and consumption of healthy, California-grown fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts by nutrition benefit clients, including WIC, WIC FMNP, and SFMNP clients. For the 2026 CNIP Expansion – WIC, WIC FMNP and SFMNP, CDFA is seeking project proposalsfrom qualified entities to support nutrition incentive shoppers and/or to distribute nutritionincentives to shoppers using a) WIC fruit and vegetable benefits (also known as Cash ValueBenefits or CVB), b) WIC FMNP, and/or c) SFMNP benefits to purchase California-grown freshfruits and vegetables at authorized Certified Farmers’ Markets. As of 2025, WIC, WIC FMNP andSenior FMNP benefits are distributed electronically to participating shoppers. WIC FMNPshoppers and SFMNP shoppers will also receive...
The Farm & Ranch Solid Waste Clean Up & Abatement Grant program provides funding for cleaning up and preventing illegal dumping on agricultural properties (CCR, Section 17991(d)). Each fiscal year has four application cycles, with the fourth serving as the pilot cycle. Cycle 88 (FR88) is the second cycle. CalRecycle administers the program per Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code. The project sites eligible for the grant must be located on 'farm and ranch' property, encompassing both private and public land, where the owner is not held responsible for the illegal disposal. The definition of 'farm and ranch' property can be found in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees are given approximately two years to complete the project(s). The sites should be fully remediated...
CDFW's Boating Access Grant Program provides funding for projects that increase access to recreational boating opportunities across California's waterways. The Boating Access program provides funding for a broad range of access facilities and associated amenities that benefit recreational boaters. Project activities eligible for Boating Access grant funds include: Planning, permitting, and design for Boating Access Facilities. Construction of Boating Access Facilities Administration and Coordination of boating access programs (personnel, travel, training, planning, etc.). Amenities for Boaters, including compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) at Boating Access Facilities: This may include restrooms, wash-down stations, fish cleaning stations for boaters, ramps, courtesy...
Funding for the annual grant program is intended to support expanding access for high school graduates to the State Seal of Civic Engagement through high quality service-learning programs. Emphasis shall be on programs that demonstrate rich civic engagement and learning in pursuit of a State Seal of Civic Engagement specifically through service-learning. The California Department of Education invites eligible local educational agencies, which include school districts, county offices of education, or charter schools to apply for a California Serves Grant to be used for the purpose of promoting access to effective service-learning with the goal of expanding access for high school graduates in obtaining a State Seal of Civic Engagement through service-learning. This grant will be used for...
Sustainable Communities support/implement local/regional multimodal transportation and land use planning projects that further a region’s RTP SCS and contribute to GHG reduction. Strategic Partnerships support Federal Planning Factors and transportation/multimodal planning studies in partnership with Caltrans that address regional, interregional, and statewide needs of the State Highway System. Planning projects must have a transportation nexus. The Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program was created to support the California Department of Transportation’s (Caltrans) Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. The California Legislature passed, and Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. signed into law, Senate Bill 1 (SB 1, Beall, Chapter 5, Statutes of 2017) – The...
Tahoe for All
openThe Tahoe for All Grant Program (TFA Program) is the Conservancy's Outdoors for All Grant opportunity. The Goal of the TFA Program is to support programs and projects that provide positive and inclusive outdoor experiences for historically underserved and excluded communities by providing grants for programs and projects that address economic, physical, social, cultural, or other barriers to accessing outdoor experiences in Tahoe. Although Lake Tahoe is a world-class outdoor recreation destination, many people face barriers to accessing and enjoying its recreational opportunities. In California and nationwide, outdoor access and its benefits are not equitably available to all communities. Through the TFA Program, the Conservancy aims to increase access to Lake Tahoe and surrounding lands...
Funds and support are available for all California public libraries that help to provide USDA summer meals for children and youth. The Lunch at the Library program helps California public libraries to establish library locations as U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) summer meal sites and take pop-up libraries to other USDA community meal sites while providing learning and enrichment opportunities. Applications are non-competitive. All libraries participating in Lunch at the Library and submitting approved applications will receive funds. These funds can support the following Lunch at the Library activities: Library Meal Sites: Establish and serve USDA summer meals at library site(s) and provide learning and enrichment programming at those meal sites. Lunch at the Library meal sites...
Provide boating safety education to the general public. These grants are available to organizations that offer on-the-water boating safety education courses. Courses offered should be designed to enhance boater knowledge of boating laws, practical handling of vessels on the water, weather and water conditions, rules of the road, and equipment requirements.
The CalAgPlate program funds projects that support agricultural education, agricultural career awareness and development, agriculture career training, and agriculture leadership development to assist students at the kindergarten through twelfth grade (K-12), post-secondary, and adult education levels. Supporting these educational and training areas will provide participants with further agricultural opportunities. Funding and Duration: The CA Dept. of Food and Agriculture anticipates that up to $200,000 will be awarded to projects to support agricultural education and training. Grant amounts range from $2,500-170,000. The maximum grant duration is one (1) year, six (6) months and grant funds cannot be expended before January 1, 2026, or after June 30, 2027. CDFA reserves the right to...
The purpose of the grant is to stimulate an increase in glass cullet in the making of new glass beverage containers within the State of California. Eligible Projects Include: This grant is for projects that demonstrate the ability to expand glass cullet processing in the State of California. Projects must be located in California. Applicants will be required to identify the location and provide location documentation within the application. Applicants must provide a timeline and supporting documentation for obtaining permits in the form of a letter from the appropriate City, County, or State Agency (if applicable). The applicant must match the amount of any grant received from the grant program in an amount equal to or greater than the grant amount. Other funding received from...
Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery Multifamily Housing Program (DR-MHP) 2023/2024
closedThe CDBG-DR MHP 2023/2024 NOFA will provide about $137.8 million to private entities (including for-profit, limited profit, or nonprofit) and Tribal Entities seeking to build in the counties of Tuolumne, Tulare, San Benito, Monterey, San Diego and Santa Cruz to aid in their recovery from the flood disasters that occurred in California in 2023 and 2024, FEMA DR-4699 and DR-4758 The CDBG-DR MHP 2023/2024 NOFA provides low-interest loans to eligible entities seeking to develop new construction of affordable multifamily rental housing in the counties of Tuolumne, Tulare, San Benito, Monterey, San Diego and Santa Cruz to aid in their recovery from the fire flood that occurred in California in 2023-2024. At the time of application for DR-MHP funds, the proposed Project must have demonstrated...
The Conservancy's Proposition 4 program aims to support watershed improvement, forest health biomass utilization, chaparral and forest restoration, and workforce development, and to reduce the risks of climate change impacts upon communities, fish and wildlife, and natural resources, and to increase public access. The California Tahoe Conservancy (Conservancy) leads California's efforts to restore and enhance the extraordinary natural and recreational resources of the Lake Tahoe Basin (Basin). The Conservancy uses available funding to accomplish its mission and Strategic Plan through grants for land acquisition, planning, implementation, and monitoring on the California side of the Basin. California voters approved Proposition 4 (the Climate Bond), the Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire...
OCPSC is partnering with community-based organizations across California to support outreach and enrollment assistance into public service programs to address and reduce social and health inequities in the most impacted communities. These organizations bring deep community knowledge and reflect the language, culture and lived experiences of the population they serve - enabling meaningful engagement and connection. Under this RFA, grantees will be responsible for conducting outreach and assisting individuals with enrollment into public service programs, including but not limited to CalKIDS and other programs featured within the California Community Resource Guide. To be eligible for reimbursement, enrollment assistance must involve direct, staff supported actions that result in a confirmed...
The purpose of the Program is to reduce the level of trauma experienced by sexual assault survivors through the provision of comprehensive and supportive services.
The California Department of Education (CDE) invites county offices of education (COE) to apply for funding to 1) Expand and enhance alignment of local and state literacy initiatives to build state and local capacity over the life of the project and 2) Build local capacity to establish, align, and implement local literacy initiatives that emphasize family and community involvement to address the needs of California’s most vulnerable children. In 2024, the California Department of Education (CDE) was awarded $38 million in Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) grant funds to expand and enhance existing statewide infrastructure, guidance, and expertise to increase coherence to the system of literacy supports to improve student outcomes over a period of five years. Ninety-five...
The grant goal is to expand public defense services, specifically holistic defense, in California. Holistic defense is a client-centered approach to public defense that addresses client needs beyond their immediate criminal case, including drivers into the criminal legal system and collateral consequences of legal system involvement. It generally relies on multi-disciplinary teams. Allowable uses of the funding include: · Hiring social workers, mental health professionals, housing specialists or similar staff who can support holistic defense for clients. · Establishing or expanding holistic defense initiatives. · Specialized training for defense attorneys and interdisciplinary staff in holistic defense implementation. · Data collection and independent evaluation on the impact of...
The 2025 Multifamily Finance Super NOFA - Los Angeles Disaster makes funds more accessible to developers enables the funding to further serve the lowest income Californians and increases the range of potential applicants and target populations to achieve better outcomes in health, climate, and household stability. The 2025 Multifamily Finance Super NOFA - Los Angeles Disaster (MFSN-LA Disaster NOFA) provides funding for Los Angeles disaster The California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department or HCD) is pleased to announce the release of this Multifamily Finance Super Notice of Funding Availability for approximately $101 million in funds, which may be augmented based on availability of funds. This NOFA is issued to distribute funds through a combination of...
To promote safer, more sustainable pest management practices in California, the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) annually funds projects that advance sustainable pest management (SPM) practices through integrated pest management (IPM) research, knowledge, tools, outreach, and implementation in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. DPR's SPM Grants Program supports projects that advance sustainable pest management practices through IPM research, knowledge, tools, outreach, and implementation in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. Projects should focus on reducing impacts to human health or the environment from pesticides of high regulatory interest. The 2026 SPM Grants Program is particularly seeking proposal applications that also address one or more of the following...
Through this round of Elevate Youth California (EYC) funding, the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is making approximately $46.98 million available to community-based, Tribal, and county behavioral health organizations throughout California to expand youth and young adult substance use prevention through policy, systems, and environmental change. EYC is a DHCS statewide program addressing substance use disorder (SUD) by investing in youth leadership and civic engagement for youth of color and 2S/LGBTQIA+ youth ages 12 to 26 living in communities disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs. This statewide program provides funding and technical assistance for organizations proposing to implement programs that empower youth to be community leaders and create positive policy and...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funds projects that enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops. The SCBGP is designed to support all sectors of California's specialty crop industry and improve the performance of California specialty crops within local, domestic, national, and international markets. Funding and Duration: Grant amounts for the conventional program range from $100,000 to $500,000. The maximum grant duration is two (2) years, eight (8) months, and grant funds cannot be expended before November 1, 2026, or after June 30, 2029. Projects submitted through the Additional Assistance for Limited Resource Applicants (Additional Assistance) Program will range from $100,000 to $250,000. Program...
While the BSCC administers the JAG Program as a competitive grant program every 2-3 years, the JAG Equipment and Training Program is a separate and distinct, one-time allocation funding opportunity. The JAG Equipment and Training Program RFA offers funding to all California counties through a non-competitive, population-based formula. While the BSCC administers the JAG Program as a competitive grant program every 2-3 years, the JAG Equipment and Training Program is a separate and distinct, one-time allocation funding opportunity. The JAG Equipment and Training Program RFA offers funding to all California counties through a non-competitive, population-based formula. Specifically, funds awarded through this RFA may only be used for the following:1) The purchase of equipment and supplies...
The goal of the CalEITC+ grant is to increase the number of eligible Californians claiming low-income tax credits by providing outreach regarding the availability of the credits, to provide access to free tax preparation assistance services, and to provide eligibility awareness regarding the availability and purpose of the Individual Taxpayer Identification Number to interested California residents. The purpose of this opportunity is to increase awareness of the available low-income tax credits, to provide free tax preparation assistance services to low- to moderate-income individuals and families and increase Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) eligibility awareness to interested Californians. CSD seeks to engage established nonprofit and community-based organizations that...
Cal IIP was established to provide grants to enhance the capacity and ability of community development financial institutions (CDFIs) to provide programs including technical assistance and access to capital to economically disadvantaged communities throughout California. The Legislature designed Cal IIP to provide grants enhancing the capacity and ability of community development financial institutions (CDFIs) to provide programs including technical assistance and access to capital to economically disadvantaged communities throughout California. CDFIs can use the grants to fund services and operations that contribute to the CDFIs overall community development mission and goals. CDFIs can also use the grants to supplement their net assets and increase the capacity to attract additional...
Through the Statewide Technical Assistance for Charter Schools (STACS) Request for Applications (RFA), the California Department of Education (CDE) will conduct a competitive process to award subgrants supporting activities with the goal of expanding and enhancing the statewide dissemination of high-quality technical assistance and best practices. STACS Subgrants will fund activities in fiscal years 2025-26, 2026-27, and 2027-28. Technical assistance will focus on five key topic areas: English Learners (EL), Special Education (SPED), Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Students (SED), Career and Technical Education (CTE), and Innovative Strategies. Applicants must be California-based local education agencies (LEAs), including county offices of education (COEs), or education non-profit...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) offers the Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program pursuant to Senate Bill (SB) 101 (Chapter 12, Skinner, Budget Act of 2023) and Assembly Bill (AB) 107 (Chapter 22, Gabriel, Budget Act of 2024). The purpose of the grant is to provide funding for mobile unit programs, reverse vending machines, or bag drop programs for dealer cooperatives. Eligible Applicants Private, nonprofit entities, in addition to being registered and in good standing with the California Secretary of State, must also be registered and in good standing with the California Department of Justice, and appear on their Registry of Charities and Fundraisers. If a nonprofit entity is excluded from registering with the Department of Justice...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for the local governments in implementing safe Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) programs for collection, public education, source reduction, reuse, and/or recycling of HHW. This competitive grant offering is designed to fund construction projects that establish new or expand existing HHW programs in California. HHW construction projects do not qualify for CalRecycle grant funding unless they are past the design phase of the project and are prepared for construction (shovel ready). Applicants must have completed proper site analysis, conceptual design and most of the local approval processes. The permitting, licensing and siting approval process must be well underway. Applicants...
The Commission is issuing an RFP to contract a Statewide Organization to lead advocacy, training, education, and outreach for Immigrant and Refugee Populations. This organization will partner with seven local groups to amplify local voices and advocate for Immigrant and Refugee communities statewide. The overarching goals and objectives are to: 1. Advocate at the state level to address statewide issues that contribute to negative mental health and/or substance use disorder outcomes for members of this Population. 2. Leverage and support existing state and local programs relating to language access, Community Defined Evidence Based Practices (CDEPs), culturally responsive services, and workforce development, providing the seven Local Organization Contractors with connections to those...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for the local governments in implementing safe Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) programs for collection, public education, source reduction, reuse, and/or recycling of HHW. This grant cycle has been designed for smaller projects that complement existing and/or regional HHW programs in California. Grant applications must include one or more of the following types of projects: HHW public education and outreach for general audiences (may include extended producer responsibility [EPR] information).Implementation of sustainable EPR collection opportunities, to include but not limited to: (1) Promotion of an ongoing retail take-back program such as batteries or fluorescent lamps at...
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies. The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies for conducting Minor Decoy operations, Shoulder Tap operations, IMPACT inspections, Holiday Enforcement, and a vast variety of enforcement programs. ABC will continue offering free on-site and online Licensee Education...
The purpose of the grant is to promote markets for Rubberized Asphalt Concrete (RAC) products with crumb rubber derived from only California-generated waste tires to resurface roads using RAC Hot-Mix or Chip Seal applications. The program is designed to encourage first-time or limited users of rubberized pavement. Resurfacing a parking lot is not eligible under the Grant Program. An application may include rubberized pavement (hot-mix and chip seal) projects for roadways, Class 1 bikeways [as defined in Streets and Highways Code section 890.4(a)], greenways, and disability access at parks. A greenway is a travel corridor for pedestrians, bicycles, non-motorized vehicle transportation, recreation, or a combination thereof, located along natural landscape features, such as an urban...
The Song-Brown program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide healthcare in California’s medically underserved areas. This grant opportunity will result in funding organizations to train certified nurse midwifery students to work in underserved communities. Such strategies shall incorporate the following elements: 1. Establishing procedures to identify, recruit, and admit certified nurse midwifery students who possess characteristics which would suggest a predisposition to practice in areas of unmet need, and who express a commitment to serve in areas of unmet need. 2. Implementing counseling and placement programs to encourage training program graduates to enter practice in areas of unmet need. 3. Providing a preceptorship experience in an area of...
The Song-Brown program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide healthcare in California’s medically underserved areas. This grant opportunity will result in funding organizations to train primary carenurse practitioners and physician assistant trainees to work in underservedcommunities. Such strategies shall incorporate the following elements: 1. Establishing procedures to identify, recruit and admit primary care nursepractitioner and physician assistant trainees who possess characteristicswhich would suggest a predisposition to practice in areas of unmet need, andwho express a commitment to serve in areas of unmet need. 2. Implementing counseling and placement program to encourage trainingprogram graduates to enter practice in areas of unmet need. 3...
The 2025 College Corps Education Award Only Expansion Pilot Request for Applications (RFA) seeks to provide additional education award only slots to eligible applicants to expand eligibility requirements, ensuring that more students have access to College Corps programming. Slots and education award dollars available under this RFA are awarded on a competitive basis to eligible organizations that adequately address the selection criteria.
The goal of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5310 Program is to improve mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities by removing barriers to transportation services and expanding the transportation mobility options available. Provides financial assistance for transportation services planned, designed, and carried out to meet special transportation needs. This program provides Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant funds for capital, mobility management, and operating expenses for: · Public transportation projects planned, designed, and carried out to meet the special needs of seniors and individuals with disabilities when public transportation is insufficient, inappropriate, or unavailable; · Public transportation projects that exceed the...
The Song-Brown Program funds institutions that train primary care doctors to provide health care in California’s medically underserved areas. This grant opportunity will result in funding organizations to educate and train primary care (family medicine, internal medicine, OB/GYN, and pediatric) residents to work in underserved communities. All residency programs shall incorporate the following strategies into their programs: 1. Providing training sites in medically underserved multi-cultural communities, lower socioeconomic neighborhoods, or rural communities, and preparing primary care physicians for service in such neighborhoods and communities. 2. Establishing procedures to identify, recruit, and match primary care residents who possess characteristics which would suggest a...
The purpose of the Sea Level Rise (SLR) Tribal Cultural Resources Funding Program is to provide funding for tribes to assess and plan for the impacts of SLR on their ancestral lands, cultural sites, lifeways, and resources in a manner that is meaningful and beneficial to the tribe. This program offers an alternative and more flexible funding pathway within the Ocean Protection Council’s broader SB 1 Grant Program. The Tribal Cultural Resources Funding Solicitation is a dedicated grant opportunity under the Ocean Protection Council’s (OPC) Senate Bill 1 (SB 1) Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Grant Program. This program provides direct, flexible funding to California Native American tribes to assess and plan for the impacts of sea level rise (SLR) on tribal cultural resources, ancestral...
Tire-Derived Aggregate Grant
closedCalRecycle provides the Tire-Derived Aggregate Grant to: Divert waste tires from landfill disposal.Prevent illegal tire dumping that harms the environment.Promote markets for recycled-content tire products. Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA) is made from shredded tires as an alternative to conventional lightweight aggregates that is: LightweightFree-drainingLess expensive Eligible Applicants Include:• All California local government entities, including cities, counties, and cities and counties.• Special districts, including transportation districts.• Joint Powers Authorities in which all JPA members are also eligible applicants.• Public school districts.• All California state agencies, including offices, departments, bureaus, and boards.• University of California, California State...
The Program may consider funding projects that develop new management methods for treating the beet leafhopper (BLH), or development of enhancements to other program areas that will mitigate the virus. The funding will be based on the researcher using a no pesticide alternative or Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) approved pesticides registered for use in CA on BLH and/or on rangeland/hillside. Project Scope: The Beet Curly Top Virus Control Program (BCTVCP) may consider funding projects that develop new management methods for treating the beet leafhopper (BLH), the primary vector of the beet curly top virus or development of enhancements to other program areas that will mitigate the virus. Priorities: The funding will be based on the researcher using a no pesticide alternative...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) offers the Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program pursuant to Senate Bill (SB) 101 (Chapter 12, Skinner, Budget Act of 2023). The purpose of the grant is to support start-up costs for Qualifying Tribal Entity recycling programs, which shall be limited to recycling centers, mobile unit programs, reverse vending machines, or bag drop programs. Eligible applicants include: • Qualifying Tribal Entities. A “Qualifying Tribal Entity” is defined as a tribe, band, nation or other organized group of community, residing within the borders of California, which: o Is recognized for special programs and services provided by the United States because of the status of its members as Native Americans; or o Can establish...
Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery offers the Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program pursuant to Assembly Bill (AB) 179 (Chapter 249, Ting, Budget Act of 2022) and Senate Bill (SB) 101 (Chapter 12, Skinner, Budget Act of 2023). The purpose of the grant is to support start-up costs for recycling programs, which shall be limited to recycling centers, mobile unit programs, reverse vending machines, or bag drop programs. All projects must be located within an unserved zone, or no zone, at time of award unless either of the following exceptions apply: · The applicant is the recycling center currently serving the zone. · They are the sole recycling center within the zone. Eligible projects include: · Bag Drop Recycling Center Programs. A Bag Drop Recycling...
This grant is ONLY open to the five Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Networks in California. This is NOT a grant for small businesses. This funding is for the Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) in the Northern CA, Central CA, Los Angeles, Orange County Inland Empire, and San Diego and Imperial regions to support their efforts to help small businesses access capital. $3 million is provided each year for Small Business Development Centers' local cash match funding. Funding is designated to support SBDC networks to help small businesses in California access capital. Funding is only available to the five small business development center networks in California. This is NOT a grant for small businesses.
This grant is ONLY open to Small Business Technical Assistance Centers. This is NOT a grant to small businesses. TAP seeks to expand advising and training to small businesses entrepreneurs. Funding is for new or enhanced advising and training services to small businesses. Applicants must provide match funding in the form of federal or private funding to conduct technical assistance to small businesses. See Program Announcement for more information. This grant is ONLY open to Small Business Technical Assistance Centers. This is NOT a grant to small businesses. Program Background: California is home to a range of small business technical assistance centers (“Centers”) that provide free or low-cost one-on-one, confidential consulting and training to help small businesses and...
The CalCRG program awards grants to Local Health Departments and qualified Community-based Nonprofit Organizations to support job placement, mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, system navigation services, legal services to address barriers to reentry, and linkages to medical care for communities disproportionately affected by past federal and state drug policies, also known as the War on Drugs. The California Community Reinvestment Grants program was included in the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (Proposition 64), which was approved by California voters on November 8, 2016. In accordance with the proposition, the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) will award grants to Local Health Departments and at least 50 percent to qualified...
Restorative Practices is intended to help LEAs adopt, expand, and integrate best practices for restorative practices to existing district initiatives to strengthen efforts to reduce disciplinary actions, enhance student engagement, and improve school climate to promote an inclusive, supportive, and equitable school environments. In recent years, the use of restorative practices in schools has grown rapidly. Restorative practices are designed to proactively build community, improve relationships, and help students amend harm when conflict occurs. A literature review of 34 studies1 conducted in seven countries, including 23 studies from the United States, found that restorative practices improve school climate and safety, improve student well-being, and promote positive conflict management...
Sustainable Recreation, Tourism, and Equitable Outdoor Access Directed Grant Program (2025-2027)
openThis Grant Program aims to support innovative efforts to enhance, promote, and develop sustainable recreation and tourism opportunities and increase access for all to public lands in the Sierra-Cascade region. Program goals include improving access to nature and outdoor recreation opportunities, reducing impacts of overuse on natural and cultural resources, and supporting the development of sustainable recreation economies. Proposition 68 recognizes the critical importance of recreation and tourism to California’s economy and ecology and specifically directs funds to be used to support and expand recreation economies, opportunities, and access to outdoor recreation. Projects must fall within one of the following three focus areas to be considered for funding: 1. Build Climate...
This grant supports increasing the pace & scale of CA's sustainable forest restoration activities. Grant projects must (directly or indirectly) contribute to long-term forest ecosystem sustainability; forest health; carbon storage; & wood products, biofuels, or bioenergy. For more information, see the Grant Guidelines. Eligible Activities Activities eligible for funding include research and development activities that support innovative wood and biomass products, bioenergy, workforce housing, and workforce development. Examples of potential topics include: Feasibility analyses; Permitting strategies; Feedstock supply studies; Engineering; Technology development; Market analyses; Handbooks/user guides to increase market or regulatory understanding and awareness; Design and...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) offers the Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program pursuant to Senate Bill (SB) 101 (Chapter 12, Skinner, Budget Act of 2023). The purpose of the grant is to provide funding for reverse vending machines for Dealers to meet requirements of Public Resources Code 14578 (a)(1), commonly referred to as Option 1. Eligible applicants include: Dealers. A retail establishment in an unserved convenience zone which offers the sale of beverages in beverage containers to consumers that is required to redeem in-store (Option 1). These entities are not required to be certified as a recycling center. All Dealers must submit an affidavit to CalRecycle that states they choose to redeem in-store prior to the issuance of the...
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.
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY25
openThis 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.
CAL FIRE’s Wildfire Prevention Grants Program provides funding for fire prevention projects and activities in and near fire threatened communities. Funded activities include hazardous fuels reduction, wildfire prevention planning, and wildfire prevention education with an emphasis on improving public health and safety while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Wildfire Prevention Grants Program funds three types of activities: hazardous fuels reduction, Wildfire prevention planning, and Wildfire prevention education. Please see the corresponding FY 2025-26 Wildfire Prevention Grants Procedural Guide located on the Wildfire Prevention Grants webpage.
The Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) is soliciting proposals from public universities in California for research projects that study the implementation and effects of cannabis legalization. Through the Request for Proposal (RFP), DCC seeks to expand academic knowledge of cannabis; gain insight into how government policy decisions impact individuals, communities and equity; and support government officials in fact-based policymaking. DCC is seeking proposals for research projects that advance public understanding of cannabis and effects of legalization. Researchers at California public universities are eligible to apply. Up to $30 million in grants will be awarded. Through this Request for Proposals (RFP), DCC seeks to: Expand academic knowledge of cannabis Gain insight into how...
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grants provide funding for the acquisition or development of land to create new outdoor recreation opportunities for the health and wellness of Californians. Since 1965, over one thousand parks throughout California have been created or improved with LWCF assistance. Project applications must be for land acquisition or land development for outdoor public recreation access. A minimum of 50% of the total project cost must come from matching sources. Up to $6 million may be requested per project application.
Provide education and awareness about the proper disposal of boat sewage Provides education to promote public awareness about boat sewage, its proper disposal, as well as tracking and monitoring use of existing pumpouts and dump stations along California’s waterways.
This solicitation is intended to advance 30×30 in coastal waters. This solicitation is intended to advance 30×30 in coastal waters by: 1) Enhancing coastal and marine biodiversity conservation, 2) Strengthening biodiversity protections in existing 30×30 Conservation Areas, 3) Supporting the identification of potential new 30×30 Conservation Areas, 4) Providing direct benefits to coastal and marine biodiversity via restoration or other on-the-ground environmental stewardship activities, and 5) Supporting stewardship of coastal and marine ecosystems by local communities and California Native American tribes. $10 million is available through this solicitation to fund projects for up to two years. Proposals will be accepted for three separate tracks: action-oriented science (Track 1)...
The primary focus of this Program is protecting people and communities. California’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan: A Comprehensive Strategy identifies three goals that are strongly aligned with SNC’s Watershed Improvement Plan: healthy and resilient natural places, safe communities, and sustainable economies. This Program aims to support projects that result in a combination of multiple watershed, ecosystem, and community benefits. As of December 29, 2025, due to limited funds and overwhelming demand, we are not currently accepting proposals. Full Proposals already in development will be accepted until January 31, 2026, or as long as funding is available. This grant program is an immediate response to recent legislation and executive orders addressing California’s wildfire...
To protect biodiversity or nature, restore landscape health, or achieve California’s climate goals. Climate projects are covered under Chapter 6 of Proposition 4 and must satisfy Section 93000, while also addressing at least one priority from Section 93020. Eligible projects protect biodiversity or nature, restore landscape health, or achieve California’s climate goals. To qualify, each project must also reduce climate change risks to communities, fish and wildlife, or natural resources, or increase public access to nature. Proposition 4 – Nature Based
To protect or restore rivers, wetlands, streams, lakes, or watersheds; improve the resilience of fish and wildlife; or enhance climate resilience, water supply, or water quality. This program supports Water-related projects must align with Chapter 2 of Proposition 4, supporting Safe Drinking Water, Drought, Flood, and Water Resilience. All projects must comply with Section 91032 and must include at least one specific purpose outlined in Section 91032(b). Eligible efforts protect or restore rivers, wetlands, streams, lakes, or watersheds; improve the resilience of fish and wildlife; or enhance climate resilience, water supply, or water quality. Projects must also support at least one regional priority: improving the climate resiliency or protection of the Los Angeles River Watershed, or...
To improve local fire prevention capacity, enhance forest health and resilience, or reduce the risk of wildfire spreading from wildlands into populated areas. Projects funded under the Fire category must fall within Chapter 3 of Proposition 4, focused on Wildfire and Forest Resilience. To qualify, projects must meet Section 91520, and include at least one purpose listed in Section 91520(j). Eligible activities may improve local fire prevention capacity, enhance forest health and resilience, or reduce the risk of wildfire spreading from wildlands into populated areas. In addition, each project must address at least one of the following: watershed improvement, wildfire resilience, chaparral or forest restoration, or workforce development. Proposition 4 Wildfire
Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas. This program Supports The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 is codified as Division 45 (commencing with section 80000) and sections 5096.611 and 75089.5 of the public resources code and section 79772.5 of the water code. Prop 68 authorizes $4 billion in general obligation to finance a drought, water, parks, climate, coastal protection and outdoor access for all program. The Santa Monica Mountains conservancy's ("Conservancy") Proposition 68 Grant Program Guidelines ("Guidelines") Specifically pertain to grants funded by proposition 68 and...
Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas. This program supports The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 is codified as Division 45 (commencing with section 80000) and sections 5096.611 and 75089.5 of the public resources code and section 79772.5 of the water code. Prop 68 authorizes $4 billion in general obligation to finance a drought, water, parks, climate, coastal protection and outdoor access for all program. The Santa Monica Mountains conservancy's ("Conservancy") Proposition 68 Grant Program Guidelines ("Guidelines") Specifically pertain to grants funded by proposition 68 and...
Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas. This program supports The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 is codified as Division 45 (commencing with section 80000) and sections 5096.611 and 75089.5 of the public resources code and section 79772.5 of the water code. Prop 68 authorizes $4 billion in general obligation to finance a drought, water, parks, climate, coastal protection and outdoor access for all program. The Santa Monica Mountains conservancy's ("Conservancy") Proposition 68 Grant Program Guidelines ("Guidelines") Specifically pertain to grants funded by proposition 68 and...
Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas. This program supports The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 is codified as Division 45 (commencing with section 80000) and sections 5096.611 and 75089.5 of the public resources code and section 79772.5 of the water code. Prop 68 authorizes $4 billion in general obligation to finance a drought, water, parks, climate, coastal protection and outdoor access for all program. The Santa Monica Mountains conservancy's ("Conservancy") Proposition 68 Grant Program Guidelines ("Guidelines") Specifically pertain to grants funded by proposition 68 and...
The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program. This program supports The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 is codified as Division 45 (commencing with section 80000) and sections 5096.611 and 75089.5 of the public resources code and section 79772.5 of the water code. Prop 68 authorizes $4 billion in general obligation to finance a drought, water, parks, climate, coastal protection and outdoor access for all program. The Santa Monica Mountains conservancy's ("Conservancy") Proposition 68 Grant Program Guidelines ("Guidelines") Specifically pertain to grants funded by proposition 68 and administered by the Conservancy. Prop 68...
Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas. This program supports The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 is codified as Division 45 (commencing with section 80000) and sections 5096.611 and 75089.5 of the public resources code and section 79772.5 of the water code. Prop 68 authorizes $4 billion in general obligation to finance a drought, water, parks, climate, coastal protection and outdoor access for all program. The Santa Monica Mountains conservancy's ("Conservancy") Proposition 68 Grant Program Guidelines ("Guidelines") Specifically pertain to grants funded by proposition 68 and...
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 pursuant to Water Code Section 79731(h), and for projects to protect and enhance an urban creek pursuant to Water Code Section 79735(a). The Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014 (Proposition 1) iscodified as Division 26.7 of the Water Code. Proposition 1 authorizes $7.545 billion in generalobligation bonds for state water projects, including surface and groundwater storage,ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration, and drinking water protection. TheSanta Monica Mountains Conservancy’s (“Conservancy”) Proposition 1...
RFSI will create more and better processing options for local and regional producers across various sectors by targeting opportunities in the programs supporting the agricultural supply chain. RFSI will build resilience in the middle of the food supply chain; provide more and better markets to small farms and food businesses; support the development of value-added products for consumers, fair prices, and fair wages; and create new and safe jobs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), has awarded the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) a Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) cooperative agreement. CDFA, in cooperation with USDA, will conduct a competitive solicitation to award RFSI funds to projects that maintain and improve...
Cultural Districts
closedThis initiative will designate up to 10 new state-designated cultural districts. The Cultural Districts program offers grants up to $10,000 over a two-year period, official state certification, technical assistance, and access to joint marketing and branding resources. The 2025 cohort designation period will run from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030, with grant activities taking place from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027. The California Cultural Districts program was established through Assembly Bill 189, authored by Assemblymember Richard Bloom and signed into law in 2015. The legislation grants the CAC the authority to identify, designate, and promote areas of concentrated cultural activity. “California’s cultural districts reflect the extraordinary diversity and creativity...
Tire Incentive Program
closedCalRecycle provides the Tire Incentive Grant to: Divert waste tires from landfill disposal.Prevent illegal tire dumping that harms the environment.Promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Tire Incentive Program (TIP) provides a reimbursement incentive payment to eligible businesses that: Use recycled crumb rubber in eligible products orSubstitute crumb rubber for virgin rubber, plastic, or other raw materials in products.
Passed in March 2024, Proposition 1 includes Behavioral Health Services Act (SB 326) and the Behavioral Health Infrastructure Bond Act of 2024 (BHIBA) (AB 531). BHIBA is a $6.38B general obligation bond to develop behavioral health treatment facilities and supportive housing for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use disorders. Of the total amount, DHCS will award up to $4.4 billion in bond funding for BHCIP competitive grants. Bond BHCIP Round 2: Unmet Needs grant funding of over $800 million will be available to construct, acquire, and rehabilitate real estate assets to expand the continuum of behavioral health treatment and service resources for Californians in this round of Bond BHCIP funding. Bond BHCIP Round 2: Unmet Needs funds are not intended to preserve...
The program funds on-farm demonstration and evaluation of innovative, biologically based farming systems that use sustainable pest management strategies. These practices aim to reduce reliance on biologically disruptive pesticides while supporting crop yields and economic sustainability. Outreach is a key component and typically involves a diverse team. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Office of Pesticide Consultationand Analysis (OPCA) is now accepting applications for the Biologically Integrated FarmingSystems (BIFS) Program. Funding for this solicitation comes from OPCA’s allocation of thepesticide mill assessment. For the current request for proposals (RFP), CDFA will award up to $1million, and applicants may request the full amount. This program develops...
The California Advanced Services Fund Broadband Adoption Account provides grants that will increase publicly available or after-school broadband access and digital inclusion, such as grants for digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption. The California Public Utilities Commission will give preference to programs and projects in communities with demonstrated low broadband access, including low-income communities, senior citizen communities, and communities facing socioeconomic barriers to broadband adoption. Eligible Projects: Digital Literacy Projects- Digital inclusion projects may include digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption, including low-income communities...
The California State Expansion Program (STEP) grant offers financial assistance to eligible California small businesses seeking to expand into foreign markets through STEP Events and Export Vouchers. STEP aims to boost the number of qualified small business exporters and increase the volume of goods and services they export. Eligible California small businesses can participate in up to two (2) STEP events per federal fiscal year, with potential participation in additional events based on space and funding availability. For the Export Voucher, eligible businesses can receive reimbursement for up to 75% of pre-approved expenses, capped at $10,000 per federal fiscal year of October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025.
The Clean Water Act Section 319 Grant Program awards grants to reduce and mitigate the effects of nonpoint source pollution - such as sediment, pesticides, and nutrients - to waters of the state. The program primarily funds implementation projects, but occasionally offers grants for planning projects. Examples of projects include livestock fencing to reduce sediment and nutrient discharges, agricultural best management practices to reduce pesticide and nutrient discharges, dredging contaminated sediment from pesticide-imparied waters, habitat restoration such as installation of large woody debris and riparian revegetation, and rural road inventories and repairs to reduce sedimentation and erosion. Most awards go to projects that improve impaired waters, but a small amount of funding goes...
The Clean Water Act Section 319 Grant Program awards grants to reduce and mitigate the effects of nonpoint source pollution - such as sediment, pesticides, and nutrients - to waters of the state. The program primarily funds implementation projects, but occasionally offers grants for planning projects. Examples of projects include livestock fencing to reduce sediment and nutrient discharges, agricultural best management practices to reduce pesticide and nutrient discharges, dredging contaminated sediment from pesticide-imparied waters, habitat restoration such as installation of large woody debris and riparian revegetation, and rural road inventories and repairs to reduce sedimentation and erosion. Most awards go to projects that improve impaired waters, but a small amount of funding goes...
The California Department of Social Services announces a grant to fund legal services for individuals in immigration detention. Backed by SBX 1-2, the Detained Representation Project aims to expand access to trauma-informed, client-centered legal aid and address service gaps for vulnerable immigrant communities impacted by federal policy changes. Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) sections 13302-13307 authorize the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) to award funding to qualified nonprofit organizations to provide services to immigrants residing in, or formerly residing in, the State of California. The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) announces a competitive grant opportunity to support the provision of legal services for individuals currently held in...
Provides funding to construct or improve infrastructure used by transient recreational vessels 26 feet or more in length. The Boating Infrastructure Grant program is designed to provide infrastructure and services for recreational boats 26 feet or more in length. Goals of the program include: 1. enhance access to recreational, historic, cultural and scenic resources; 2. strengthen community ties to the water’s edge and economic benefits; 3. promote public/private partnerships and entrepreneurial opportunities; 4. provide continuity of public access to the shore; and 5. promote awareness of transient boating opportunities.
The Natural Community Conservation Planning Local Assistance Grant (NCCP LAG) Program is intended to assist local public agencies, tribes, and non-profit organizations with the highest priority tasks needed to implement NCCPs. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife seeks proposals for highest priority projects associated with the implementation of an NCCP. The intention of this Proposal Solicitation Package (PSP) is to solicit proposals of the highest quality that are consistent with the goals of the NCCP Program. To help achieve this intention, the PSP provides guidance on Applicant eligibility, the grant process and deadlines, and application and submission procedures. Proposals must address the highest priority tasks associated with the implementation of an NCCP such as: ...
A grant program for small business technical assistance centers in the California Technical Assistance Program Network . The Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) at the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) is charged with administering and providing oversight for the Technical Assistance Program (TAP) 2022 Special Grant Project. This is a one-time Special Projects Announcement for the disbursement of a total of $543,000.00 in additional TAP funding. This announcement details four separate projects; applicants may apply for more than one funding category. This opportunity is open only to current TAP 2024-2025 grantees who also received an award during the TAP 2022-2023 award cycle. For this opportunity, CalOSBA is seeking proposals that will provide...
GFO-23-312r2 – Round 2 Community Energy Reliability and Resilience Investment (CERRI) Program
closedCommunity Energy Reliability and Resilience Investment (CERRI) Program is designed to provide competitive grant funding for grid-hardening and grid resilience projects that strengthen and modernize California’s power grid against wildfires, extreme weather, and other natural disasters. In recent years, California has experienced increased electrical system outages caused by extreme weather related events such as increased wildfires, heat waves, and storms, or through public safety power shutoffs. These events, as well as aging infrastructure, threaten grid reliability, public health and safety, economic prosperity, communities, and ecosystems. They also pose disproportionate consequences for the most vulnerable populations in both rural and urban areas. The intent of this GFO is to...
The EEM Program is an annual program established by legislation in 1989 and amended on September 26, 2013. It offers grants to local, state, and federal governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations for projects to mitigate the environmental impacts caused by new or modified public transportation facilities. There are three types of EEM project: Urban Forestry, Resource Lands, and Mitigation Projects Beyond the Scope of the Lead Agency. Introduction EEM projects must contribute to mitigation of the environmental effects of transportation facilities. The California Natural Resources Agency (Agency) prescribes procedures and criteria to evaluate grant project proposals and submits a list of projects recommended for funding to the California Transportation Commission (CTC). The CTC...
The purpose of fiscal year 2024 HSGP Tribal RFP, for Federally-Recognized Tribes in California, is to support building or sustaining security enhancement projects that fall within the parameters of the Cal OES HSGP. Funds awarded under HSGP must be used to support statewide preparedness activities. The enhancement project must address high-priority preparedness gaps, and contribute to the tribe's capability to prevent, protect, mitigate against, respond to, or recover from acts of terrorism.
OCPSC seeks an awardee responsible for building a network of CBOs and a program that can enhance their capacity building training to enable organizations to be better equipped for engagement with the state and future challenges their communities may encounter. As outlined in Government Code 65052, the objective of the Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications (OCPSC) is to coordinate California’s most important statewide public awareness and community outreach campaigns so the state can realize more inclusive and effective outcomes while preventing equity gaps in statewide outreach. OCPSC is also expected to strengthen the ability of local organizations to serve vulnerable communities across California. Using the best practices identified through prior work, OCPSC has...
Tire-Derived Aggregate Grant
closedCalRecycle provides the Tire-Derived Aggregate Grant to: Divert waste tires from landfill disposal.Prevent illegal tire dumping that harms the environment.Promote markets for recycled-content tire products. Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA) is made from shredded tires as an alternative to conventional lightweight aggregates that is: LightweightFree-drainingLess expensive Eligible Applicants Include:• All California local government entities, including cities, counties, and cities and counties.• Special districts, including transportation districts.• Joint Powers Authorities in which all JPA members are also eligible applicants.• Public school districts.• All California state agencies, including offices, departments, bureaus, and boards.• University of California, California State...
The principal goal of this program is to provides grants to Non-entitlement Local Governments in California to assist persons experiencing or At risk of homelessness and investments that increase the supply of housing to households with incomes of 60 percent or less of area median income. The non-Entitlement competitive grant program component prioritizes assistance to persons experiencing or At risk of homelessness and investments that increase the supply of housing to households with incomes of 60 percent or less of area median income. A. Eligible Applicants An Applicant must be a Non-Entitlement Local Government. A Non-Entitlement Local Government means a Local Government in an area which is not a metropolitan city or part of an urban county, a Local Government that, as of September...
The CEA-LAT Grant will provide up to $200,000 in funding to Community Based Organizations (CBOs) in Los Angeles County that perform outreach and education on the Technology for Equipment and Clean Heating Clean Initiative (TECH Clean CA). It focuses on building decarbonization, healthy homes, electrification technologies, and health-related impacts. Proposals will undergo a competitive selection process. Please refer to the CEA-LAT Grant Guidelines and application forms, located on the right sidebar under Applicant Resources, to create a complete and competitive application. Activities: Potential activities include, but are not limited to: Conducting community outreach and education activities that enrich outreach and education, such as: staff training evaluating grant project impact...
The Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade Energy Efficiency Program’s (KTEP) goal is to provide zero-interest loans to Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade (K-12) schools in California for energy efficiency retrofits and renewable energy projects. Funds in this Program Opportunity Notice (PON) are made available by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), also referred to as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), Pub. L. No. 117-58, enacted on November 15, 2021[1]. Section 40502 of BIL states the purpose of this provision is to establish revolving loan funds (RLF) under which states can provide loans and grants for energy upgrades and retrofits to increase the energy efficiency, physical comfort, and air quality of existing building infrastructure. Loan funds for this program are...
The principal goal of this program is to make funding available to eligible Local Governments in California for housing-related projects and programs that assist in addressing the unmet housing needs of their local communities. B. Eligible Activities 1. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, or moderate-income households, including necessary Operating subsidies.2. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of Affordable rental and ownership housing, including Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), that meets the needs of a growing workforce earning up to 120 percent of Area Median Income (AMI), or 150 percent of...
2025-26 Zip Books
closedThe Zip books program increases access to information in response to library patrons needs, especially those in rural areas. The Zip Books program provides library users with speedy access to books that are not available at their local libraries. A patron requests the item, the library purchases it from Amazon, and the book is shipped directly to the patron’s home. When finished, the patron returns the item to the library and the library adds it to the collection.
Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Radio Media (CCOG-RM) for Program Year 2025-26 (PY 25-26)
closedThe CCOG-RM grant PY 25-26 is awarded to develop and implement radio talk shows aimed at reaching domestic and foreign Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers (MSFW) and their families to provide timely information regarding various programs, benefits, and services offered through the EDD and its partners. The Employment Development Department (EDD) announces the availability of up to $100,000 in Wagner-Peyser 10 percent Governor's Discretionary funds for CCOG - RM PY 25-26 through this Solicitation for Proposals (SFP). The EDD anticipates funding one organization. The purpose of this funding is to create and broadcast 24 semi-monthly, 30-minute hosted radio talk show programs in Spanish and recorded in video format. Additionally, the awardee must create complementing media posts to publish on...
States that are awarded these federal funds distribute them in subgrants to charter school developers, known as Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP) Start-Up Subgrants in the state of California, to assist in the development and initial operations of newly established or conversion charter schools as well as to assist in the expansion and replication of high-quality charter schools. PCSGP Start-Up Subgrants identify funding levels and terms into four subgrant types: Planning, Implementation, Replication, and Expansion. For Fiscal Year 2024-25, the California Department of Education (CDE) has an approved pipeline and budget to award approximately 9 subgrants. The actual number and type of subgrants awarded during each Request for Application (RFA) competition may vary based on...
The purpose of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) grant Program Year 2025-26 (PY 25-26) is to provide employment and training services to individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing. This grant will also ensure that services provided to deaf and hard of hearing individuals are at least equal to services received to non-deaf and non-hard of hearing individuals. The Employment Development Department (EDD) announces the availability of up to $2.7 million in Wagner-Peyser 10 percent Governor’s Discretionary funds for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Program Year 2025-26 (PY 25-26) grant. This program provides deaf and hard of hearing individuals with enhanced employment services in select America’s Job Center of CaliforniaSM (AJCC) locations throughout California. The program will ensure...
The WCB acquires real property or rights in real property on behalf of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and can also grant funds to other governmental entities or nonprofit organizations to acquire real property or rights in real property. All acquisitions are made on a "willing seller" basis pursuant to a fair market value appraisal as approved by the Department of General Services (DGS). The acquisition activities are carried out in conjunction with the CDFW, which generally entails CDFW evaluating the biological values of property through development of a Full WCB Real Property Acquisition Application. Once these evaluations are completed, they are submitted to CDFW’s Director for review and approval and then sent to the WCB with a recommendation to fund. Typically...
The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) are pleased to announce up to $18,577,290 in available grant funding for the High Road Training Partnerships 2025 Grant Program (HRTP 2025), a California Jobs First initiative. Of the total funding available, a minimum of $4,327,290 is allocated for projects in the healthcare sector. This cycle of the HRTP program continues the agency’s commitment to increase access to existing High Road jobs for underserved populations and creating pathways for incumbent workers seeking job growth with High Road employers. The HRTP model embodies the sector approach championed by the CWDB—industry partnerships that deliver job quality, economic equity for more workers, and climate...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking high quality proposals to promote golden eagle conservation in the Altamont Pass Wind Resource Area in Alameda and Contra Costa counties, and the Tehachapi Wind Resource Area in Kern County. A better understanding of how the local population is impacted by wind generation and how that can affect golden eagles across their range is needed to develop effective management strategies. Proposals proposed for funding may include conducting golden eagle studies and surveys, assessing habitat suitability and factors affecting survival, developing models to assess spatial and temporal collision risk, evaluating the effectiveness of management practices and deterrents, collecting and analyzing telemetry data on movement and habitat use...
The purpose of this grant offered through the Office of the Attorney General, California Department of Justice (DOJ) Tobacco Grant Program is to promote a healthier California by reducing illegal sales and marketing of cigarettes and tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, to minors and youth. DOJ’s Tobacco Grant Program application process is highly competitive. In accordance with Proposition 56, funds will be awarded to applicants demonstrating strong capacity to support and/or hire enforcement officers for activities specifically aimed at reducing the illegal retail sales and/or marketing of tobacco products to minors/ youth. PRIORITY ACTIVITIES CONSIDERED Priority activities include but are not limited to: • Enforcing state tobacco laws and local ordinances, including the...
CalNASP is an affiliate of the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP™)—a non-profit, international style archery program dedicated to providing students in grades 4-12 the opportunity to learn and participate in target archery.The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) oversees the CalNASP program and trains teachers to use NASP certified equipment and lesson plans. The CalNASP grant is awarded to 10 new schools each fiscal year. (July 1-June 30). The grant pays for a starter archery equipment kit so new schools can start the program in their PE classes. The kit includes: Twelve Genesis compound bows, five bulls-eye targets, one arrow-resistant net, one or two bow racks, five dozen arrows and an equipment maintenance kit. To be awarded the grant, schools cannot already...
This solicitation for the F-gas Reduction Incentive Program (FRIP) is focused on incentivizing ultra-low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant technologies in the commercial and industrial sectors. The goal of FRIP is to reduce fluorinated gas emissions by incentivizing the adoption of climate-friendly technologies, particularly ultra-low-GWP technologies, defined as having a GWP less than ten, as directed by the legislature. Incentives are expected to help these technologies achieve economies of scale, which will lead to wider market adoption and, therefore, greater greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions and support California in achieving the Senate Bill 1383 legislative mandate. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has $38.5 million for commercial and industrial refrigeration in...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is offering $1 million in grant funding for operators of boating facilities to enhance preparedness and response efforts against invasive mussels, particularly the growing threat of golden mussels in California. CDFW will fund one-time start-up costs to implement efforts to 1) prevent the overland spread of golden mussel (Limnoperna fortunei) and other species of invasive mussels from waters where they have been detected, and 2) prevent the introduction of invasive mussels to waters of California where invasive mussels have not been detected. Fundable costs include but are not limited to: equipment and supplies for invasive mussel prevention including hot water watercraft/equipment decontamination units, stationary...
Prop 47 grants support mental health services, substance use disorder treatment, and diversion programs for people in the criminal justice system. Proposition 47 (Appendix A) was a voter-approved initiative on the November 2014 general election ballot. As stated in the ballot measure: “The people enact the Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act to ensure that prisonspending is focused on violent and serious offenses, to maximize alternatives for nonserious, nonviolent crime, and to invest the savings generated from this act into prevention and support programs in K–12 schools, victim services, and mental health and drug treatment.” The BSCC staff cannot provide guidance or assist the applicant or its partners with the actual preparation of the proposal, but will respond to technical...
The Nesting Bird Habitat Incentive Program’s (NBHIP) Public Land Program is designed to provide assistance to state Wildlife Areas and National Wildlife Refuges to improve the quantity and quality of upland habitat for the benefit of nesting waterfowl, game birds and pollinators. Public land projects funded through NBHIP may include the cultivation or retention of upland cover such as annual nesting cover or perennial native grasses and forbs, or management activities to improve the quality of perennial grass habitats such as managing noxious weeds and other undesirable plants. Any project that is funded by NBHIP will be required to leave the upland cover habitat unmanipulated (e.g., no discing, spraying herbicides, mowing, chopping, or rolling of vegetation) during the nesting season...
The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Public entities bear a financial responsibility for maintaining public landfill sites in compliance with state regulations and standards. The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Eligible projects include...
The State-Local Partner Mentorship (SLP-M) program is intended to support the establishment of a county-designated local arts agency in each of the three counties in which no such agency has currently been identified (Glenn, Kings, San Joaquin). Grant funds will go to four existing State-Local Partners (SLP) to foster the development of new SLPs in these counties. A local arts agency is defined as the official county-designated organization that supports arts and cultural activity in service to individuals and communities throughout an entire county. Local arts agencies provide financial support, services, and/or other programming to a variety of arts organizations, individual artists, and the community as a whole. A local arts agency can be an agency of local government, a nonprofit...
State-Local Partners
closedThe State-Local Partners (SLP) program provides general operating support and technical assistance for county-designated local arts agencies. The purpose of the program is to foster cultural development on the local level through a partnership between the State and the counties of California. A local arts agency is defined as the official county-designated organization that supports arts and cultural activity in service to individuals and communities throughout an entire county. Local arts agencies provide financial support, services, and/or other programming to a variety of arts organizations, individual artists, and the community. A local arts agency can be a unit of local government or a nonprofit organization. The CAC’s Strategic Framework, adopted in 2019, indicates two aspirational...
Impact Projects
closedThe purpose is to support collaborative projects that center artists and artistic practice in responding to issues experienced by historically and systemically under-resourced communities, including but not limited to, social, political, and economic inequalities. This program prioritizes California-based artists and forms of arts and cultural expression that are unique to, and/or historically rooted in, the specific communities to be served. Impact Projects supports arts organizations for collaborations between California-based artist(s) and community members to address a community-defined need. Projects must use artistic practices to impact social issues affecting their communities, including but not limited to systemic marginalization, incarceration/justice systems, arts learning...
Individual Artist Fellowship
closedThrough regionally based Administering Organizations (AOs), the Individual Artists Fellowship (IAF) program uplifts and celebrates California artists across all disciplines and traditions, highlights their excellence and acknowledges their leadership in shaping traditional and contemporary cultures. Excellence is defined by: A unique artistic vision A sustained commitment to creative practice Engagement with and impact on the cultural ecosystem The California Arts Council (CAC) is a statewide agency committed to serving California artists, arts organizations, and communities of all sizes and needs. Guided by racial equity principles, the CAC continuously evaluates its grantmaking practices to ensure fair and inclusive funding opportunities that sustain a vibrant, safe, and resilient...
Folk and Traditional Arts
closedFolk and traditional art forms are rooted in and reflective of the cultural life of a community, whose members may share common ethnic heritage, cultural mores, language, religion, occupation, or geographic regions. The Folk and Traditional Arts (FTA) grant program supports the culture bearers practicing these arts across California. Folk and traditional art forms are rooted in and reflective of the cultural life of a community, whose members may share common ethnic heritage, cultural mores, language, religion, occupation, or geographic regions. These art forms are preserved and revitalized through efforts to pass down skills and knowledge across generations. By providing opportunities for hands-on learning, collaboration, and practice within families and communities, these traditions...
Arts & Youth
closedThe Arts and Youth program expands meaningful arts participation and learning in diverse settings and contexts for infants, children, and youth ages 0-25 by prioritizing programs that directly bridge barriers to access and participation. The Arts and Youth program is rooted in the CAC’s belief that arts learning and engagement should be available to all young people in California. Providing access to meaningful, culturally responsive arts experiences helps youth develop a greater sense of self, deepen their connection to their communities, and make meaningful connections across histories and cultures. By participating in the arts, youth gain the knowledge, skills, and understanding to actively take part in creative processes, projects, and pursuits throughout their lifetimes as culturally...
General Operating Support
closedThe General Operating Support grant program provides direct funding to arts and cultural organizations in support of ongoing operations. An arts and cultural organization is defined as an entity with a primary purpose of providing arts, creative, or cultural programming/services. Assessed by CAC staff, this purpose is determined by the organization’s mission, purpose statement, and/or by its summary of core organizational programs and services. This grant supports the well-being of California’s cultural vitality by helping sustain a robust and diverse arts workforce and infrastructure. Funds may be used to support any eligible expenses associated with the general operations of an arts or cultural organization, including but not limited to rent, utilities, and staff salaries. Applying...
The Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program aims to fund projects for affordable housing, which include partnerships and collaboration to integrate transportation and other community benefits. The Program encourages housing and transportation within proximity of jobs and key destinations, which are accessible by walking, biking, and transit. https://sgc.ca.gov/grant-programs/ahsc/ The Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program (AHSC) builds healthier communities and protects the environment by increasing the supply of affordable places to live near jobs, stores, transit, and other daily needs. Personal vehicle use is, by far, the most significant source of greenhouse gas emissions in California. AHSC reduces these emissions by funding projects that...
AHSC Round 9 NOFA
closedThe AHSC Program furthers the purposes of AB 32 (Chapter 488, Statutes of 2006), SB 375 (Chapter 728, Statutes of 2008), and SB 32 (Chapter 249, Statutes of 2016) by investing in Projects that facilitate GHG Reduction by supporting more compact, infill development patterns, encouraging Active Transportation and transit usage, and protecting Agricultural Land from sprawl development. The California Strategic Growth Council (SGC) and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department) are pleased to announce the release of this Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) with approximately $775 million in funds for the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program (AHSC Program or Program). The AHSC Program provides grants and loans to eligible Applicants...
The Department announces the availability of approximately $50 million in funds available through this first round of the Tribal Multifamily Finance Super Notice of Funding Availability (Tribal MFSN). This NOFA makes funds more easily accessible to Tribes and Tribal Entities and provides flexible options to address the unique needs of Indian communities to achieve better outcomes in health, climate, and household stability. Rather than utilizing a set-aside within the standard MFSN Program, this NOFA operates independently and is tailored to meet the specific affordable housing needs of California Tribes. Funds offered under this NOFA and the criteria specified herein are available solely and exclusively to eligible Tribal Entities. This NOFA provides forgivable loans to assist with the...
The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $20 million in grant funds for projects that will fund the deployment of depot charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure for zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) on-road, off-road, and specialty vehicles. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $20 million in grant funds for projects that will fund the deployment of depot charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure for zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) on-road, off-road, and specialty vehicles.
Up to $20 million in grant funds for projects that will implement medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) charging or hydrogen refueling infrastructure projects developed and identified in the final blueprint planning documents resulting from GFO-20-601, “Blueprints for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure.” This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $20 million in grant funds for projects that will implement medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) charging or hydrogen refueling infrastructure projects developed and identified in the final blueprint planning documents resulting from GFO-20-601, “Blueprints for Medium- and...
Up to $40 million in grant funds for projects that will deploy medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) charging or hydrogen refueling infrastructure for California seaports and land ports of entry. Funding will support new installation of in-ground fueling infrastructure for battery electric or hydrogen fuel cell MDHD vehicles and/or port equipment and/or off-road equipment (e.g. gantries, cargo handling equipment, etc.). The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $40 million in grant funds for projects that will deploy medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) charging or hydrogen refueling infrastructure for California seaports and land ports of entry. Funding will support new installation...
The purpose of the EVITP Fund is to train and certify electricians to install electric vehicle charging equipment statewide. The Employment Training Panel in collaboration with the California Energy Commission is excited to announce the availability of up to $2.7M in Clean Transportation Program funds for the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) Fund to increase the number of electricians certified through the Electric Vehicle Training Program within California.
Under the Removal Defense program, CDSS grants funds to selected qualified nonprofit organizations to provide legal services to immigrants currently in or facing removal proceedings. Pursuant to the RFA process, the CDSS will select nonprofit organizations that meet the qualifications and demonstrate the ability to provide RD services. Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) sections 13302-13307 authorize the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) to award funding to qualified nonprofit organizations to provide services to immigrants residing in, or formerly residing in, the State of California.
The purpose of this project is to improve access to MAT in DHCS-licensed residential SUD facilities. This will be done by supporting costs associated with recruitment, mentorship, training, and other associated costs to increase provider knowledge and comfort with providing MAT through a collaborative learning opportunity for facilities to implement best practices. The Opioid Response Project utilizes various funding sources, including state and federal resources, to support organizations throughout California in addressing the opioid crisis by supporting and expanding prevention, education, stigma reduction, harm reduction, treatment and recovery services for people with opioid use disorder (OUD), stimulant use disorder, and other SUDs. Eligible applicants may choose between one of two...
Proposals may focus on research and/or education projects to enhance control measures of vertebrate pests that pose a significant threat to the welfare of state’s agricultural economy, infrastructure, environment, and the public. CDFA does not support proprietary product development projects. Proposals that originate from outside of California are considered if the proposal includes relevance to vertebrate pest concerns within California. Proposals may focus on research and/or education projects to enhance control measures of vertebrate pests that pose a significant threat to the welfare of state’s agricultural economy, infrastructure, environment, and the public. CDFA does not support proprietary product development projects. Proposals that originate from outside of California are...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research projects that meet the following initiatives: Location-Specific Analysis of Decommissioning to Support Long-Term Gas Planning (Gas Research and Development (R&D) Budget Plan FY 2021-2022) Scaled-Up Gas Decommissioning Pilots and Integrated Planning Tools (Gas R&D Budget Plan FY 2022-2023) The State of California aims to greatly decrease reliance on fossil gas (commonly known to consumers as natural gas) over the next few decades, including by electrifying current gas end uses, decommissioning gas system infrastructure, reducing gas-fired power generation, and potentially by integrating lower-carbon gases into the utility gas system or deploying other alternatives to fossil gas. The focus of this solicitation is understanding...
The Effectiveness Monitoring Committee is an advisory body to the Board of Forestry and Fire Protection, intended to fund robust scientific research aimed at testing the efficacy of the California Forest Practice Rules and other natural resource protection statutes, laws, codes, and associated regulations, which address natural resource issues including, but not limited to, watershed science, wildlife concerns, and wildfire hazard. The Effectiveness Monitoring Committee (EMC) is seeking project proposals that: (1) Address one or more of the EMC’s Research Themes and Critical Monitoring Questions and; (2) Address natural resource protection issues that are important for California forestlands. The critical monitoring questions are organized under 12 Research Themes. Six prioritized...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $4 million in grant funds for projects that will provide an open and neutral space for industry collaboration, knowledge sharing, interoperability testing, and conformance testing for electric vehicle charging equipment.
To provide local and rural fire departments with minor firefighting, training, communications and safety equipment for their volunteer firefighters. The Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) Program is a federally funded grant program that allows California to provide local and rural fire departments with minor firefighting, training, communications and safety equipment for their volunteer firefighters. The VFC Program is not intended for major equipment purchases (fire engines, vehicles, etc.) or capital repairs. The VFC Program has a 50/50 match provision, which requires the applying department to be able to meet the intended grant award, dollar for dollar. Awards for departments are set at a minimum of $500 with a maximum of $20,000. Amounts may be adjusted based on the grant funding...
Enhancing public boating safety. This program provides grants to local government agencies for the purchase of boating safety and law enforcement water patrol equipment (patrol boats, personal watercraft, engines, search and rescue equipment, dive gear, etc.)
Improve public and navigational safety and reduce environmental damage. This program provides funding for abatement, removal, storage and disposal as a public nuisance of abandoned recreational vessels and/or the destruction of surrendered recreational vessels that may become a threat to navigation.
The purpose of this RFA is to counter tobacco trends by developing up to two Rural Initiative Centers to increase student access to tobacco-use prevention education services in underserved rural areas. The CDE is soliciting proposals to operate these new centers from county offices of education that can demonstrate extensive experience operating high-performing rural TUPE programs. In the 2023 California Youth Tobacco Survey (CYTS), 5.6 percent of high school students reported ever having smoked a cigarette, but more than three times as many, 18.3 percent, had vaped. More than one in five, 21.6 percent, had used any form of tobacco. Current use rates (i.e., rates of use within the past 30 days) were 1.2 percent for cigarettes, 5.9 percent for vapes, and 7.3 percent for any form of...
To select the organization that will administer GI payments and other supportive services to participants. Grantee will verify participant eligibility, distribute GI payments, provide other services, and coordinate evaluation activities, as applicable.
The purpose of the TUPE Initiation Grant Program Tier 1 Cohort U is for grantees to adopt tobacco-free campus policies that prohibit the use of products containing tobacco and nicotine, including, but not limited to, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chew, clove cigarettes, and electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), and conduct the district-level CHKS Core Module with the subgroup population of students in grades five or six, and seven, nine, and eleven. Early tobacco prevention and education is important because tobacco use generally starts in youth. Nicotine is highly addictive and can harm adolescent brain development. Implementing tobacco-free school policies are an important first step in addressing youth tobacco and vaping use. Evidence shows that comprehensive school-based programs that...
Provides funding for prevention plans and implementation activities that help protect California’s reservoirs from quagga and zebra (dreissenid) mussel infestation. The Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program provides funding for two tiers/types of projects: 1) Planning and Assessment; and 2) Implementation. Examples of projects include: developing prevention plans, purchasing pressure washers/decontamination units or other equipment, outreach/education effort, and inspection programs including staffing, materials and supplies. DBW coordinates and collaborates with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife on many aspects of this program.
California was the first state to create and implement Medication Units (MUs), which operate as an extension of a Narcotic Treatment Program (NTP). MUs expand access to medications for opioid use disorder treatment (MOUD, also known as MAT), including buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone, to patients unable to travel to an NTP due to lack of geographic proximity or other factors. The primary objective of this funding opportunity is to expand the availability of MUs to increase MOUD access for rural areas, justice-involved populations, Indigenous and Native communities, patients without transportation, and areas that do not have a Narcotic Treatment Program (NTP) within proximity to patients in need of NTP services. Allowable expenses include: · Costs to establish an MU including...
The Waste Tire Amnesty Grant Program is designed to help divert waste tires from landfill disposal and prevent illegal tire dumping. Grant funds help pay for events allowing citizens to bring waste tires to convenient locations for proper management. An amnesty event could also consist of a coupon program that allows citizens to bring in their tires on specified days. Amnesty events are intended to be free and convenient waste tire collection events for the public to bring in tires that they generate and for businesses that have been victims of illegal dumping. Tires generated from farming equipment, or a small business are also allowed. Eligible applicants include: Local governments (cities, counties, or cities and counties) as defined in PRC section 48617, Special districts...
FY 2024 Tribal EMPG Program
closedThe purpose of the EMPG Program for Federally-Recognized Tribes in California (FY 2024 Tribal EMPG) is to assist federally-recognized tribes in preparing for all hazards. Funds provided under this Program must be used to support activities that effectively contribute to the tribe’s capability to prevent, prepare for, mitigate against, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters, whether natural or man-made.
The goal of the BSCC Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program funding is to develop a multipronged approach to decreasing gun violence in California, supporting local jurisdictions in their efforts to improve firearms relinquishment procedures, and supporting the enhancement of collaborative court programs that address behavioral health issues, with a focus on people who are at higher risk for gun violence. The BSCC is the designated state administering agency for the Byrne SCIP grant, which is federally funded through the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). The Byrne SCIP Grant Proposal Package submission is available through an online portal submission process. Applicants must submit proposals through the BSCC Submittable Application Portal by 5:00 p.m. (PST) on Monday, April 7, 2025 at...
Assembly Bill (AB) 762 (Chapter 241, Statutes of 2023) specified that the purpose of the program is to support effective community gun violence reduction initiatives in communities that are disproportionately impacted by community gun violence. It expands the CalVIP program to include counties that have within their jurisdiction one or more cities disproportionately impacted by community gun violence and tribal governments. The CalVIP Grant Program Proposal Package submission is available through an online portal submission process. Applicants must submit proposals through the BSCC Submittable Application Portal by 5:00 P.M. on August 18, 2025. Applicants interested in applying for a CalVIP grant are asked (but not required) to submit a nonbinding letter indicating their intent to apply...
The California State Expansion Program (STEP) grant offers financial assistance to eligible California small businesses seeking to expand into foreign markets through STEP Events and Export Vouchers. STEP aims to boost the number of qualified small business exporters and increase the volume of goods and services they export. Eligible California small businesses can participate in up to two (2) STEP events per federal fiscal year, with potential participation in additional events based on space and funding availability. For the Export Voucher, eligible businesses can receive reimbursement for up to 75% of pre-approved expenses, capped at $10,000 per federal fiscal year of October 1, 2024 – September 28, 2025.
The Multifamily Housing Super NOFA is being released for approximately $478 million in funds. This marks the third Multifamily Finance Super NOFA that provides applicants the opportunity to apply for a combination of the available funding programs at the same time and within the same round. Programs providing funding pursuant to this Super NOFA include the following:• Multifamily Housing Program (MHP) which provides loans to assist the new construction, rehabilitation, and preservation of permanent and transitional rental housing for lower income households;• Veterans Housing and Homelessness Prevention (VHHP) Program which provides funds for acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, and preservation of affordable multifamily housing for veterans and their families to allow veterans to...
The goal of the California Opportunity Youth Apprenticeship (COYA) Grant is to develop and test innovative practices to increase the participation of opportunity youth in pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs, and to demonstrate the impact of apprenticeship on employment and earnings outcomes for opportunity youth. COYA awarded $15.4 million in grants through its second round, which was announced in June 2025 and has a performance period of 2025-2027. The focus of the COYA Grant is on Interagency Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship (IACA) connected programs. These are programs that serve occupations across all sectors of the economy except for the building trades. As examples, this includes healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, information technology, public sector...
CAL FIRE's Wood Products and Bioenergy team seeks to maintain and enhance the wood products infrastructure of California to promote healthy resilient forests throughout the state by supporting a diverse set of business development and workforce development projects. Eligible business development projects include facilities, operations, and professional services that support the restoration of healthy, resilient forests. Eligible workforce development projects include universities, colleges, government and community organizations, and businesses that aim to increase workforce capacity in the fields of logging, fuels treatment, transportation, manufacturing, or other support services that bolster the development of a resilient forest sector workforce. Research and development...
Provide funding to a fiscal administrator which will in coordination with Cal OES, support new and existing CERT programs to build their capacity to prepare vulnerable and underserved populations including, but not limited to: providing CERT training in languages other than English, providing CERT training to underserved populations and/or populations that are at high risk for disasters, providing accommodations for training participants that.. The purpose of the LC Program is to provide funding to a fiscal administrator which will in coordination with Cal OES, support new and existing CERT programs to build their capacity to prepare vulnerable and underserved populations including, but not limited to: providing CERT training in languages other than English, providing CERT training to...
The purpose of the LI Program is to support federally-recognized tribes located in California and nonprofits that serve tribal governments to increase disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation capabilities in tribal communities. Tribal governments and nonprofits can work independently, with other tribal governments, or with local nonprofits to provide disaster preparedness information and resources to tribal communities.
The purpose of the LL Program is to support organizations within California’s Southern Region that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the Southern Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by emergencies. The purpose of the LL Program is to support organizations within California’s Southern Region that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the Southern Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations...
The purpose of the LM Program is to support organizations within California’s Coastal Region that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the Coastal Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by emergencies. The purpose of the LM Program is to support organizations within California’s Coastal Region that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the Coastal Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations...
The purpose of the LN Program is to support organizations within California’s Inland Region that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the Inland Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by emergencies. The purpose of the LN Program is to support organizations within California’s Inland Region that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the Inland Region can work independently or subgrant with local nonprofits to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately...
The purpose of the LS Program is to support organizations throughout California that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the State work independently through their local chapters and/or affiliates to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by emergencies. The purpose of the LS Program is to support organizations throughout California that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Nonprofits throughout the State work independently through their local chapters and/or affiliates to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by...
The Farm & Ranch Solid Waste Clean Up & Abatement Grant program provides funding for cleaning up and preventing illegal dumping on agricultural properties (CCR, Section 17991(d)). Each fiscal year has four application cycles, with the fourth serving as the pilot cycle. Cycle 86 (FR86) is the pilot cycle. CalRecycle administers the program per Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code. The project sites eligible for the grant must be located on 'farm and ranch' property, encompassing both private and public land, where the owner is not held responsible for the illegal disposal. The definition of 'farm and ranch' property can be found in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees are given approximately two years to complete the project(s). The sites should be fully remediated...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $10,000,000 in grant funds for projects that will install light-duty electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in rural communities. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $10,000,000 in grant funds for projects that will install light-duty electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in rural communities. The purpose of the Rural Electric Vehicle Charging 2.0 (REV 2.0) Solicitation is to: · Provide convenient, reliable charging for rural residents and people traveling through rural communities. ...
The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to award $2,010,000 to one (1) Statewide Organization to conduct state and local level advocacy, training and education and outreach and engagement activities on behalf of K-12 Student Populations. The contract awarded pursuant to this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to support advocacy, training and education, and outreach and engagement for K-12 students to increase knowledge and awareness of behavioral health needs, improve access to evidence-based practices, and provide opportunities for advocacy at the local and state levels on behalf of K-12 Student Populations in California. For purposes of this RFP, the “K-12 Student Population” is that which includes K-12 students – students who are enrolled in grades Transitional Kindergarten...
Funding planning and food aggregation and distribution infrastructure for community food hubs to increase purchasing of local, environmentally sustainable, climate smart, and equitably produced food by schools and other institutions to build a better food system economy, support the local farming and Indigenous food production economies, accelerate climate adaptation, and employ food system workers with fair wages and working conditions. CDFA's Farm to Community Food Hubs Program has up to $13.75 million available to award in competitive grants for organizations developing and expanding community food hubs in California. The program will prioritize funding the creation of new community food hubs. Up to ten percent of the funding will be set aside for California Native American Tribes and...
To assist state agencies in building or sustaining security enhancement projects that support statewide preparedness and resiliency. Projects must address high-priority preparedness gaps, and contribute to the state agency’s capability to prevent, protect, mitigate against, respond to, or recover from acts of terrorism.
The purpose of this Request for Application is to award $18 million in available Mental Health Wellness Act funds to reduce out-of-home placements, improve educational outcomes, identify developmental delays, and otherwise serve the behavioral health needs of the Population. It is expected that the CBOs will create partnerships at the local level to improve the system of care for behavioral health and development needs of the population. The Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (BHSOAC or Commission), also known as the Commission for Behavioral Health (CBH), is awarding grants to local Community Based Organizations (CBO) that meet the behavioral health needs of birthing people and children aged 0-5/Maternal Behavioral Health population. The term Population...
This funding will support the return of ancestral lands to tribal ownership and stewardship, planning and implementation of habitat restoration projects, protecting our coast and oceans, advancing wildfire resiliency and cultural fire, and so many more multi-benefit nature-based solutions projects across California. These projects and tribal leadership in advancing nature-based solutions is essential for the integration of tribal expertise and Traditional Ecological Knowledge into reaching the goal of conserving 30% of California’s lands and coastal waters by 2030 and working with our lands to address the climate and biodiversity crisis.
Provide resources to local agencies to repair or renovate public boating access facilities. The Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program provides grant funding to public agencies to quickly restore safe and convenient public boating access by correcting public health and safety issues caused by unexpected damage due to flood, accidents, wildfires or by extending existing boat ramps as needed due to drought conditions at DBW-funded boat launching facilities. Typical grant-funded items include repairing or replacing boat ramps, boarding floats, restroom and parking facilities for vehicles with boat trailers.
Provide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public boat launching facilities, primarily for motorized vessels. In accordance with Section 72.5 of the Harbors and Navigation Code, Boat Launching Facility (BLF) grants are provided to local government agencies for the construction or improvement of boat launching ramps, restrooms, boarding floats, shore protection, parking for vehicles and boat trailers, and ancillary items. Also included in the grant are monies to pay for engineering, construction inspection, permits from regulatory agencies, special studies, construction contingency, and other project related costs. The primary purpose of the grant is to provide and improve access to California’s waterways by the recreational boating public using trailerable watercraft.
Provide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public non-motorized boating access. The Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program provides funding to create or improve public non-motorized boating access. Typical grant-funded items include the construction of small, hand-launched boat ramps, small parking lots, and restrooms.
Provide resources to replace or install signs at DBW funded boat launching facilities. The Statewide Sign Grant Program installs and replaces signs for previously funded Boating and Waterways projects that are either obsolete, display incorrect information, are badly worn and unattractive, are missing or damaged, are needed for safety, or are required as a condition of receiving federal funds.
ERiCA is funding designed to increase equitable access to building & construction career pathways for women, non-binary individuals, and underrepresented populations in CA. Administered by the California Department of Industrial Relations Division of Apprenticeship Standards, the ERiCA is dedicated funding aimed at dismantling barriers that disproportionately prevent women from entering & thriving in the construction industry. Type of funding: Grant Estimated total funding: $13,000,000 (July 2025 - June 2027) Award amount: Recruitment - $100,000 - $500,000 This category of funding is designed to bolster outreach to women, non-binary individuals, and underrepresented populations interested in careers in the building/construction industry.Childcare - $200,000 - $1,500,000 ...
The Grants and Cooperative Agreements (GCA) Program provides for well managed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation by providing financial assistance to eligible agencies and organizations that develop, maintain, operate, expand, support, or contribute to well managed, high-quality, OHV Recreation areas, roads, and trails, and to responsibly maintain the wildlife, soils, and habitat in a manner that will sustain long-term OHV Recreation. The GCA Program supports the planning, acquisition, development, maintenance, administration, operation, enforcement, restoration, and conservation of trails, trailheads, areas, and other facilities associated with the use of Off-Highway Motor Vehicles, and programs involving Off-Highway Motor Vehicle safety and/or education.
The HOME program provides funding for housing rehabilitation, new construction, and acquisition and rehabilitation for multifamily projects; new construction and down payment assistance for single-family projects; first-time homebuyer down payment assistance, owner-occupied rehabilitation and tenant-based rental assistance programs; and predevelopment loans to CHDOs. All activities must benefit low-income renters, homebuyers, or homeowners. The HOME Program is a federal formula grant program that provides annual allocations to states to increase and preserve the supply of decent, safe, and sanitary affordable housing specifically for serving low-income [at or below 80 percent (80%) of Area Median Income (AMI)] and very low-income [at or below 50 percent (50%) of AMI] households. With...
The HOME program provides funding for housing rehabilitation, new construction, and acquisition and rehabilitation for multifamily projects; new construction and down payment assistance for single-family projects; first-time homebuyer down payment assistance, owner-occupied rehabilitation and tenant-based rental assistance programs; and predevelopment loans to CHDOs. All activities must benefit low-income renters, homebuyers, or homeowners. The HOME Program is a federal formula grant program that provides annual allocations to states to increase and preserve the supply of decent, safe, and sanitary affordable housing specifically for serving low-income [at or below 80 percent (80%) of Area Median Income (AMI)] and very low-income [at or below 50 percent (50%) of AMI] households. With...
This research will deliver open-source, easy-to-use climate and wildfire tools that build on best available science and data to support resilience planning and outreach by California IOUs and other energy sector stakeholders. The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and development projects that support California’s transition to an equitable, zero-carbon energy system that is climate resilient and meets environmental goals. Funded projects must successfully accomplish one of the following innovations: · Development of participant-informed, easy-to-use tools on the Cal-Adapt Data Explorer, which is a web application that makes high-resolution climate projections and quality-controlled historical weather data publicly available to inform electricity sector...
Tribal Wildfire Resilience grants is part of CAL FIRE’s Climate and Energy Program and supports California Native American tribes in managing ancestral lands, implementing and promoting Traditional Environmental Knowledges in wildfire resilience, and establishing wildfire safety for tribal communities. Tribal Wildfire Resilience grants fund planning and implementation projects that serve California Native American Tribes and advance wildfire resilience, forest health, and cultural use of fire. These projects address critical needs in tribal communities, and may include: Cultural and prescribed burns Creation and maintenance of shaded fuel breaks Forest and wildfire resilience projects such as dead and dying tree removal, understory thinning and/or removal, tree or other native and/or...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund the establishment of a battery pilot manufacturing line capable of manufacturing and testing a variety of emerging lithium-ion based technologies. The purpose of this solicitation is to fund the establishment of a battery pilot manufacturing line capable of manufacturing and testing a variety of emerging lithium-ion based technologies. This solicitation supports the approved Electric Program Investment Charge 2021–2025 (EPIC 4) Investment Plan’s strategic objective to enable successful clean energy entrepreneurship across California. This solicitation’s research topics fall under the EPIC 4 Scaling Clean Energy Technology Initiative. Lithium-ion batteries are a critical component of the clean energy transition – supporting transportation...
The Commission seeks contractors to support immigrant and refugee populations in California. The contracts aim to enhance advocacy, training, education, outreach, and engagement. Goals include increasing awareness of behavioral health needs, improving culturally appropriate services, expanding access to evidence-based practices, and creating advocacy opportunities at state and local levels. The Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission seeks experienced contractors to support immigrant and refugee populations in California. The contracts aim to increase awareness of behavioral health needs, improve culturally appropriate services, and enhance advocacy at state and local levels. California hosts about 10.4 million immigrants, representing 23% of the nation's...
The ESE TA PY 24-25 awardee will be responsible for providing meaningful technical assistance to ESE PY 24-25 program awardees as they plan and implement social enterprise projects that accelerate outcomes for underserved populations facing barriers to employment. The ESE TA grant intends to fund an organization with the expertise to support workforce development projects that drive success, innovation, and system change and foster learning. The ESE TA PY 24-25 grant aims to increase equity and employment outcomes for underserved populations by providing technical assistance necessary for ESE PY 24-25 progeam awardees to achieve successful project outcomes. The TA grant supports the assessment, analysis, and implementation of improvements to the current education, training, and employment...
California State Preschool Program-Quality rating and Improvement System Block Grant RFA 25-27
closedThe CSPP QRIS Block Grant funds are allocated to local consortia for support of CSPP quality rating and improvement processes to increase the number of low-income children in high-quality preschool programs preparing children for success in school and life. As of 2014-15, Senate Bill 858 (Chapter 32, Statutes of 2014) authorized $50 million of Proposition 98 funds annually for California State Preschool Programs (CSPP) participation in and implementation of a Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS). The CSPP QRIS Block Grant provides annual funds for the support of local early learning QRIS that increase the number of low-income children in high-quality CSPPs that prepare those children for success in school and life. The Request for Applications (RFA) encompasses funding for the...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is pleased to announce funding opportunities under the 2025 Fisheries Restoration Grant Program (FRGP) Proposal Solicitation Notice (Solicitation) for projects that lead to process-based restoration, enhancement, or protection of anadromous salmonid habitat. Proposal applications will be accepted for the types of projects listed below, subject to the funding program criteria. Priority 1 Projects are those that restore, enhance, or protect salmonid habitat in anadromous watersheds through implementation or design projects that lead to implementation. Approximately 65% of the PCSRF grant award will fund Priority 1 Projects. Priority 2 projects are those that support implementation projects through watershed-scale planning and...
Implement the California Water Action Plan in the Coachella Valley Eligible Applicants include state or local public agencies, nonprofit organizations, tribes recognized by the state or federal government and mutual water companies. Any project that meets the statutory objectives of Proposition 1 will be considered, but applications for the following types of projects are particularly encouraged: Conservation land acquisition projects that preserve watersheds or habitat areas for endangered species; Watershed restoration or enhancement projects; or Infrastructure projects that improve water management to reduce use or enhance efficient, or prevent flooding.
The intent of the grant is for the California Department of Education (CDE) to award competitive grants of up to $15,000 per school site for nonrecurring expenses incurred when initiating or expanding an SBP or SMP. The following types of grants are available: Start-up grants for costs associated with starting an SBP or SMP site. Expansion grants for costs associated with increasing program participation at an existing SBP or SMP site. Overview School food authorities (SFA) can submit the 2025-26 School Breakfast Program (SBP) and Summer Meal Programs (SMP) Start-up and Expansion Grant, known as the Breakfast Grant (BG), application found online on the California Department of Education (CDE) BG Request for Applications (RFA) web page. Please carefully review the Application Scoring...
To solicit applications from eligible Emergency Medical Agencies to participate in the Emergency Medical Services Buprenorphine Use Pilot Program. This program will support Local Emergency Medical Service Agencies and Emergency Medical Services providers to provide treatment and access points for patients with an opioid use disorder. This opportunity is for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers to provide treatment and access points for patients with an opioid use disorder. EMS agencies participating in the Emergency Medical Services Buprenorphine Use Pilot Program (EMSBUP) program will address substance use disorder as a treatable emergency condition, utilizing paramedics to identify and treat patients who would benefit from medication-assisted treatment. Eligible California Local...
The California State Library’s LSTA Community Impact grants opportunity helps California’s libraries respond effectively to local needs and align services with local community aspirations; support experimentation and research and development in California’s libraries; and provide training and support in grant writing and grant management for the California library community. We invite libraries and other eligible organizations to apply for funding to support local and collaborative projects that address community needs and align with community aspirations. Projects should be guided by the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Projects should align with goal one of the State Library’s current LSTA Five Year Plan. We are especially interested in projects from library...
Digital Divide Grant Program
closedThe Digital Divide Grant Program will award one grant of $100,000 for rural and urban public schools and two grants of up to $50,000 each for non-profit Community Based Organizations (CBO). The grants will fund digital projects that serve beneficiary public schools/districts and non-profit Community Organizations. Projects may address gaps in broadband networks, affordability, access to personal devices and digital skills training. The Digital Divide Grant Program (DDGP) will provide three grants for a total of $200,000. The DDGP is funded by fees collected from leases of state-owned property to wireless telecommunications service providers, pursuant to Government Code Section 14666.8. Eligible projects will serve a beneficiary public school or district located in an urban or rural...
Teens Succeed
closedThe California State Library’s LSTA grant opportunities: Support improvement, innovation, and experimentation in library services; Build capacity among the California library community in grant-writing and grant management; and Help California’s local libraries develop services that effectively respond to community needs and align with community aspirations. The Teens Succeed opportunity provides grant funding for out-of-school-time teen internships, with a focus on developing teens’ social emotional learning and workforce readiness skills. The purpose of this grant program is to address the challenges teens face in the aftereffects of the pandemic and to help prepare youth for success in life.
Play for All
closedThe California State Library’s LSTA grant opportunities: Support improvement, innovation, and experimentation in library services; Build capacity among the California library community in grant-writing and grant management; and Help California’s local libraries develop services that effectively respond to community needs and align with community aspirations. The Play for All funding opportunity provides grants to help California libraries design and create welcoming family play spaces and offer meaningful programming around play for young children ages zero to eight. The purpose of these grants is to support libraries in addressing the barriers and inequitable access to quality play spaces and play-based programming young children may encounter in communities that are experiencing...
The California State Library’s LSTA grant opportunities: Support improvement, innovation, and experimentation in library services; Build capacity among the California library community in grant-writing and grant management; and Help California’s local libraries develop services that effectively respond to community needs and align with community aspirations. The Sustainable California Libraries grant program funds climate and sustainability related community-driven programming for adults and intergenerational groups. The initiative also fosters connections between California library workers supporting climate resilience in communities. The purpose of these grants is to fund services, programming, and educational opportunities focused on sustainability and climate resilience. About 8...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Law Enforcement projects shall include at least...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, The AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Project funds shall be used to improve and...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Law Enforcement projects shall include at least...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Toxicology Driving Under the Influence...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, The AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Education projects shall focus on local...
The California State Library’s LSTA grant opportunities: Support improvement, innovation, and experimentation in library services; Build capacity among the California library community in grant-writing and grant management; and Help California’s local libraries develop services that effectively respond to community needs and align with community aspirations. The California State Library invites public libraries to apply for funding to build our shared statewide collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks, accessible to every library in the state. The collection, currently consisting of over 150,000 copies of over 50,000 titles, is designed to meet the recreational and informational reading needs of California’s diverse communities. Many titles are licensed for simultaneous use. The...
DUI MAT Integration/Outreach Project helps to reduce recidivism, increase public safety on the roadways, and assists more people in accessing treatment for Opioid Use Disorder and other polysubstance use disorders through education, substance use assessments, treatment referrals, and monitoring. California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP) solicits applications from eligible entities that can provide subcontractor services under the California State Opioid Response IV (SOR IV) Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Integration/Outreach Pilot Project.
The basis of the California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Broadband Public Housing Account is to provide grants and loans to finance projects to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities. The CASF Broadband Public Housing Account provides grants and loans to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities including, but not limited to, publicly supported housing developments, farmworker housing, and other housing developments or mobile home parks with low-income residents that do not have access to any broadband service provider that offers free broadband service that meets or exceeds state standards for the residents of the low-income community. The allocated funding for the Broadband...
The California Advanced Services Fund Broadband Adoption Account provides grants that will increase publicly available or after-school broadband access and digital inclusion, such as grants for digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption. The California Public Utilities Commission will give preference to programs and projects in communities with demonstrated low broadband access, including low-income communities, senior citizen communities, and communities facing socioeconomic barriers to broadband adoption. Eligible Projects: Digital Literacy Projects- Digital inclusion projects may include digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption, including low-income communities...
The ESG program provides grant funding to (1) engage homeless individuals and families living on the street, (2) rapidly re-house homeless individuals and families, (3) help operate and provide essential services in emergency shelters for homeless individuals and families, and (4) prevent individuals and families from becoming homeless. ESG funds may be used for four primary activities: Street Outreach, Rapid Re-Housing Assistance, Emergency Shelter, and Homelessness Prevention. In addition, ESG funds may be used for associated Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) costs and administrative activities for some subrecipients. The ESG program provides funding for the following objectives: -Engaging individuals and families experiencing homelessness. -Improving the quality of...
The ESE PY 24-25 grant competition solicits a second round of proposals to design, develop, and implement programs that will focus on the first step to transitioning participants into the workforce by placing individuals into employment, typically in a supported employment setting, to help them earn wages while building work experience, improving job skills as well as provide supportive services for California’s most vulnerable populations. This initiative aims to design, develop, and implement programs that will promote job training opportunities and transitional employment through social enterprise programs for the hardest-to-serve individuals to provide economic self-sufficiency and life stability. The ESE also seeks innovative projects that demonstrate effectiveness in providing jobs...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) 2025 Weed Management Area Grant Program (WMAGP) will award grants to eligible applicants within the State of California to establish, develop and maintain Weed Management Areas (WMAs) and implement the WMAs integrated weed management plan. This award is noncompetitive and available to all WMAs who submit a completed application. The CDFA has allocated $6 million for the WMA program (Food and Agriculture code 7271) and will fund one grant proposal per WMA, with a maximum award amount of $120,000 based on $40,000 per year for a total of 3 years. The maximum award amount has been set to ensure dispersal of funds in a variety of geographic locations that will result in measurable accomplishments. The minimum amount of funds that can...
The purpose of this solicitation is to significantly expand the EV charging infrastructure along these corridors per National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) formula program requirements, contributing to the national charging network being built under this program. President Joseph R. Biden Jr. signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) into law in November 2021 (Public Law 117-58). The law authorizes hundreds of billions of dollars in new investments in a wide array of infrastructure categories, including roads and bridges, water infrastructure, passenger rail, energy, and broadband internet. EV charging infrastructure will see significant new funding, with $5 billion to accelerate EV infrastructure deployment nationally under the NEVI formula program. California’s...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $10,000,000 in grant funds for projects that will deploy fast electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure for the public. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $10,000,000 in grant funds for projects that will deploy fast electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure for the public.
The California State Expansion Program (STEP) grant offers financial assistance to eligible California small businesses seeking to expand into foreign markets through STEP Events and Export Vouchers. STEP aims to boost the number of qualified small business exporters and increase the volume of goods and services they export. Eligible California small businesses can participate in up to two (2) STEP events per federal fiscal year, with potential participation in additional events based on space and funding availability. For the Export Voucher, eligible businesses can receive reimbursement for up to 75% of pre-approved expenses, capped at $10,000 per federal fiscal year of October 1, 2024 – September 28, 2025.
Support the development of new, or the renewal or amendment of existing, Habitat Conservation Plans and Conservation Benefit Agreements (formerly referred to as Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation Agreements with Assurances). The Conservation Planning Assistance Grant program provides funding to States to support the development of new Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs) and Conservation Benefit Agreements (CBAs; formerly referred to as Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation Agreements with Assurances). Funding may also be used to support the renewal or amendment of existing HCPs or CBAs. The development of HCPs that include only candidate or at-risk species (i.e., no Federally listed species covered by the HCP), such that the HCP would be in place if the species is...
The purpose of the After School Education and Safety Program is to create incentives for establishing locally-driven Expanded Learning programs, including after school programs that partner with public schools and communities to provide academic and literacy support, and safe, constructive alternatives for youth. The After School Education and Safety (ASES) Program is the result of the 2002 voter-approved initiative, Proposition 49. These programs are created through partnerships between schools and local community resources to provide literacy, academic enrichment and safe, constructive alternatives for students in kindergarten through ninth grade. Funding is designed to: (1) maintain existing before and after school program funding; and (2) provide eligibility to all elementary and...
This funding provides Loans and Grants to Local Public Entities and Nonprofits for Homeownership Development Projects, Self-Help Technical Assistance Projects, Mortgage Assistance Programs, Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Programs, ADU/JADU Programs, Shared Housing Programs and Programs for the Acquisition of Manufactured Housing for Agricultural Households. The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD or Department) is pleased to announce the release of this Homeownership Super Notice of Funding Availability (HOSN or Super NOFA) for approximately $160.7 million, which may be augmented based on the availability of funds. CalHome Program (CalHome) supports Homeownership programs aimed at lower and very low-income households, and in the case of a disaster, households...
The State Budget Act of 2022 (Senate Bill 154, Chapter 43, Statutes of 2022) established the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Grant Program. Funding is available to federally recognized Indian tribes in California to support efforts to identify, collect caselevel data, publicize, investigate and solve cases involving missing and murdered indigenous people. The State Budget Act of 2022 (Senate Bill 154, Chapter 43, Statutes of 2022) established the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Grant Program. Funding is available to federally recognized Indian tribes in California to support efforts to identify, collect caselevel data, publicize, investigate and solve cases involving missing and murdered indigenous people. Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Grant Program (MMIP)...
The ARG Program provides funding for community-based organizations to support individuals formerly incarcerated in state prison. ARG was established in the 2018 Budget Act (Senate Bill 840, Chapter 29, Statutes of 2018) and receives annual appropriations through the Budget Acts. The ARG Program provides funding for community-based organizations to support individuals formerly incarcerated in state prison. ARG was established in the 2018 Budget Act (Senate Bill 840, Chapter 29, Statutes of 2018) and receives annual appropriations through the Budget Acts. The Budget Acts of 2023 (Assembly Bill 102, Chapter 38, Statutes of 2023) (AB 102) and 2024 (Assembly Bill 107, Chapter 22, Statutes of 2024) (AB 107) appropriated $57,000,000, respectively, for a total of $114,000,0002 to award...
The Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP) Start-Up Sub-Grant provides funding for the planning and initial implementation of newly established or conversion charter schools, as well as the replication and expansion of high-quality charter schools, authorized under Title IV, Part C of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) of 1965, as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) (20 United States Code [U.S.C.] 7221–7221j). The PCSGP 2024 Waiver Entry Request for Applications (RFA) Start-Up Sub-grant is only available for subgrantees from California's 2020 Charter School's Program with remaining time and funding available, meeting all of the requirements under this RFA and continuing to meet the federal definition of a charter school under ESEA Section 4310(2).
The purpose of this SFP is to expand and develop career education, pre-apprenticeships, and apprenticeships that recruit, train, and employ allied health occupations prioritizing the inclusion of adults from disadvantaged or underrepresented backgrounds. In addition, target current healthcare workers limited in advancement opportunities due to age, or other factors. The AHP PY 24-25 grant will fund projects that support and increase access to allied health occupations by providing training and certification and leading to participants’ employment and career advancement opportunities within the allied health sector. The grantee will utilize their existing infrastructure and demonstrated program success to identify and facilitate programs that serve participants throughout the grant’s...
The Trauma Recovery Center Grant funds centers throughout California that assist victims of violent crime. These centers provide wrap-around services and assist victims who are typically unserved and underserved communities. The Trauma Recovery Center (TRC) Grant funds organizations that operate throughout California to provide survivors of violent crime access to mental health or social services that may not be accessible for them through existing avenues. The TRC model offers wrap-around clinical services and cost-effective solutions for under- or unserved survivors and includes assertive outreach, clinical case management, assistance with law enforcement, referral to community resources and trauma-informed treatment. TRCs are meant to meet the victim where they are and serve each...
Funding for the annual grant program is intended to support expanding access for high school graduates to the State Seal of Civic Engagement through high quality service-learning programs. Emphasis shall be on programs that demonstrate rich civic engagement and learning in pursuit of a State Seal of Civic Engagement specifically through service learning. The California Department of Education invites eligible local educational agencies, which include school districts, county offices of education, or charter schools to apply for a California Serves Grant to be used for the purpose of promoting access to effective service learning with the goal of expanding access for high school graduates in obtaining a State Seal of Civic Engagement through service learning. This grant will be used for...
Innovative Programming Grant
closedThe purpose of the IPG is to provide grant funds to non-profit organizations wishing to expand programs they are currently providing in other California state prisons that have demonstrated success and focus on an incarcerated person’s responsibility and restorative justice principles, or to not-for-profit organizations with experience in providing programming in a correctional setting. This grant will provide non-profit organizations $4 million in funding per year for three (3) fiscal years: FY 2025-26, FY 2026-27, and FY 2027-28 for a total of $12 million for the grant period to fund innovative programs. The grant period begins on July 1, 2025, and ends on June 30, 2028. The purpose of the IPG is to provide grant funds to non-profit organizations wishing to expand programs they are...
Innovative Programming Grant
closedThe Innovative Programming Grant provides funds to non-profit organizations to expand programs currently provided in California state institutions that have demonstrated success and focus on an incarcerated person’s responsibility and restorative justice principles or with experience in providing programming in a correctional setting. Innovative programs are insight-oriented and focus on responsibility and restorative justice principles. This project will provide $4 million in grants per year for three fiscal years ($12 million total) to non-profit organizations to fund innovative programs in one or more CDCR institutions. The grant period begins on July 1, 2025, and ends June 30, 2028. Grants shall be awarded to fund programs that provide insight-oriented, restorative justice programs as...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) provides funding support to research and outreach projects focused on protecting vineyards, preventing the spread of pests and diseases, and delivering practical and sustainable solutions. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) accepts proposals for research and outreach projects on the following serious pests and diseases of winegrapes: Pierce’s disease and its vectors, especially the glassy-winged sharpshooter; brown marmorated stink bug; grapevine fanleaf disease; grapevine leafroll disease; grapevine red blotch disease; mealybug pests of winegrapes; spotted lanternfly. ...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $4 million in grant funds for one or more third-party implementers to provide technical assistance (TA) for communities eligible to seek federal and state funding for zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $4 million in grant funds for one or more third-party implementers to provide technical assistance (TA) for communities eligible to seek federal and state funding for zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure. TA providers will, at minimum, assist in identifying grant opportunities...
CalVet is offering up to $5 million in competitive grants for applicants in California's Central Valley and Central Coast. Round 2 of the California Veterans Health Initiative Mental Health Support Grant Program focuses on improving veterans' and their families' access to mental health services through prevention and early intervention. Applicants must be based in eligible counties. A regional map is available in the NOFA. Grantees will be asked to focus on prevention and early intervention efforts with the end goal of increasing access to mental health services for veterans and their families. Proposals funded under CVHI must be inclusive, equitable, and available to all veterans regardless of age, period of service, type of service, discharge status, or disability rating. Applicants...
The objective of this iteration of CWOP is to build upon lessons learned and successes achieved in previous iterations, with a renewed focus on fostering an informed, safe, and healthy workplace culture across California. This initiative aims to not only educate but also to inspire action and change in workplace rights and safety practices, ensuring that every worker has the knowledge and tools needed to protect themselves and their colleagues. Strategic Components of CWOP 5.0/6.0: Comprehensive Education on Workplace Protections: Expanding the scope included workplace protections to improve workplace safety and health conditions for workers, combat wage theft and protection from retaliation, and provide workers information on their rights to benefits and medical care for work-related...
Limit Tobacco Promoting Influences. Reduce Exposure to Secondhand Smoke, Tobacco Smoke Residue, Tobacco Waste, and Other Tobacco Products. Reduce the Availability of Tobacco. Promote Tobacco Cessation. Applicants are required to work on 1) Community Engagement and Organizing, and 2) Policy Development and implementation. 1. Limit Tobacco Promoting Influences. Efforts supporting this goal seek to curb advertising and marketing tactics used to promote tobacco produces and their use, counter glamorization of tobacco use through entertainment and social media, exposure tobacco industry practices, and hold tobacco companies accountable for the impact of their products on people and the environment. 2. Reduce Exposure to Secondhand Smoke, Tobacco Smoke Residue, Tobacco Waste and Other Tobacco...
The Stream Flow Enhancement Program (SFEP) funds projects that enhance stream flows across the state of California. The SFEP defines enhanced streamflow to mean: a change in the amount, timing, and/or quality of water flowing down a stream, or a portion of a stream, to benefit fish and wildlife. The following are funding priorities for the stream flow enhancement projects:• Implementation projects resulting in measurable increases in stream flow• Acquisition projects resulting in permanent or long-term in-stream flow dedications• Projects that are focused on a watershed or regional approach• Projects in critical watersheds for salmonids• Projects that help to complete previously funded projects• Projects that evaluate stream flow conditions and stream responses to other stream flow...
The California Riparian Habitat Conservation Program (Program) is accepting concept proposals for projects that provide meaningful and sustainable improvements to riparian habitats. The goal of the CRHCP is to protect, preserve, and restore riparian habitats throughout California. Typical riparian projects include, but are not limited to: Restoration of riparian vegetation and re-establishing floodplain connectivity. Active or passive restoration that may include an element of invasive plant removal and control. Installation of fencing along the riparian corridor to manage livestock or wildlife and reduce impacts to streams or riparian vegetation. Reconfigure degraded, incised, or undefined streams to restore natural hydrology and encourage reestablishment of native riparian habitat.
The Program was created to provide a state partner to work cooperatively with local agencies, particularly the County of Sacramento in its role as the manager of the American River Parkway (Parkway) and nonprofit organizations to help fund projects and provide grants to restore, enhance, interpret, protect, and improve public access to the Parkway’s natural, recreational, educational, and cultural resources. The acquisition, restoration, enhancement, and maintenance of fish and wildlife habitat and other natural resources, including resources impacted by wildfire, within and adjacent to the American River Parkway. The improvement and expansion of public access, recreational areas, and recreational facilities, including trails. The enhancement of interpretive and educational facilities...
The purpose of the SJRC is to create the San Joaquin River Parkway (Parkway) to preserve and enhance the river’s extraordinary biological diversity, protect its valued cultural and natural resources, and provide educational and recreational opportunities for local communities and visitors. Activities eligible for the Program include: Property acquisition for resources conservation and public access Implementation of habitat enhancement and restoration of public or private lands All projects must be approved by both the San Joaquin River Conservancy Board and the Wildlife Conservation Board to receive a grant award.
Public Access
openWildlife Conservation Board’s Public Access Program’s projects should focus on creating meaningful outdoor experiences for all Californians. Projects should provide public benefits, leverage funding to produce the greatest benefit, and provide access to natural and wild areas. The Public Access Program provides funding for the planning or implementation of infrastructure and amenities that support wildlife-oriented recreational access (such as hunting, fishing, hiking or wildlife viewing) and opportunities for environmental education. Special consideration may be given to projects providing these benefits to disadvantaged or historically underrepresented communities. Planning and Implementation projects are to be considered. Planning grants are intended to support the development of...
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 Newsom on September 28, 2021. Passage of the California Desert Conservation Act established the Desert Conservation Program under the administration of the Wildlife Conservation Board. The Desert Conservation Program includes the following actions: Protect, preserve, and restore the natural, cultural, and physical resources of the portions of the Mojave and Colorado Deserts region in California through the acquisition, restoration, and management of lands.Promote the protection and restoration of the biological diversity of the region. Provide for...
The Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Rescue Program was created by Assembly Bill 2421, and signed into law in 2018 becoming effective immediately. The Program was created for the purpose of recovering and sustaining populations of monarch butterflies and other pollinators. Eligible activities under this program include: Provide grants for the restoration or enhancement of California prairie and other appropriate breeding habitat for monarch butterflies and pollinators on private and public lands. Provide grants for the restoration or enhancement of overwintering monarch butterfly habitat on private and public lands. Provide technical assistance to grant recipients, including farmers and ranchers, regarding restoration and enhancement of breeding, overwintering, and other appropriate...
The goals of the Stamp Project, as described in legislation, are to protect, preserve, restore, enhance, and develop migratory waterfowl breeding and wintering habitat, evaluate habitat projects, and conduct waterfowl resource assessments and other waterfowl related research. To achieve these goals the Department has adopted the following four objectives: To accomplish the objectives, the Department is authorized to award grants (and contracts where necessary) for waterfowl conservation purposes (acquisition, restoration, enhancement, creation and research) to nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, state departments and federal agencies (Fish and Game Code § 3702). The organizations must have the specific capacity (waterfowl habitat enhancement, restoration, creation and or...
The Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program was created by AB109, which amended the Budget Act of 2017 to provide local assistance through the Wildlife Conservation Board for conservation projects focusing on resilience to projected climate impacts. These projects must be consistent with the State’s climate adaptation strategy (Safeguarding California Plan), contribute to the carbon sequestration goals of AB 32, and support WCB’s Strategic Plan. In addition, projects will be consistent with other statewide plans and priorities, including the California Water Action Plan and California State Wildlife Action Plan 2015 Update. Program funding is directed toward projects that: Protect and restore ecosystems on natural and working lands to provide climate change adaptation and resilience...
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. Additional consideration will be given for projects that restore or enhance wildlife mobility or fish passage across barriers whose impacts on migration have been increased by drought conditions. WCB is seeking projects that restore or enhance habitat in wildlife migration corridors or that remove impediments to fish passage. Examples of project types and their priority are identified below. All projectsmust provide for improved fish or wildlife mobility, and further the objectives of Proposition 68. The Program supports the following priorities: Priority 1: -Construction...
Forest Conservation
openThe Forest Conservation Program supports planning, acquisition, and restoration projects throughout California’s forests, consistent with the Board's Strategic Plan. The Program was created on November 7, 2006 with the Safe Drinking Water, Water Quality and Supply, Flood Control, River and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2006 (Proposition 84). That Act charged the Board to develop a grant program and “…promote the ecological integrity and economic stability of California’s diverse native forests for all their public benefits through forest conservation, preservation, and restoration of productive managed forest lands, forest reserve areas, redwood forests and other forest types, including the conservation of water resources and natural habitat for native fish and wildlife and plants found...
The purpose of this program is to provide assistance for the restoration and enhancement of fish and wildlife resources. Consistent with Fish and Game Code section 1301, this program provides assistance for the restoration and enhancement of fish and wildlife resources. Eligible projects include: native fisheries restoration; restoration of wetlands; restoration of coastal, tidal, or fresh water habitat; other native habitat restoration projects including coastal scrub oak, grasslands, and threatened and endangered species habitats; in-stream restoration projects, including removal of fish passage barriers and other obstructions; and other projects that improve the quality of native habitat throughout the State.
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. The CVJV, a partnership of twenty two public and private organizations and agencies, has identified through its Implementation Plan, specific goals to increase migratory bird populations. The Inland Wetland Conservation Program (IWCP) jurisdiction matches that of the Central Valley Joint Venture and includes most of the watershed of the Central Valley. The Implementation Plan and the IWCP, however, continue to focus on the Central Valley floor, which extends approximately 400 miles from Red Bluff in the north to Bakersfield in the south and encompasses the following nine basins: Butte, Colusa...
WCB is seeking high-quality grant proposals for the development of RCIS's. CDFW's RCIS program encourages public agencies to develop regional conservation planning documents using the best available science to identify regional conservation priorities and other actions to help California’s species populations that may be vulnerable or declining by protecting, restoring, creating, and reconnecting their habitats. An Regional Conservation Investment Strategy (RCIS) is a voluntary, non-regulatory document that provides guidance on actions that, if implemented, would result in effective regional conservation. And public agency may propose an RCIS that is developed in consultation with local agencies that have land use authority within the RCIS area. The RCIS Grant Program (Program) supports...
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. While the Program is statewide in nature, it provides opportunities to address oak woodland issues on a regional priority basis. The Program is designed to help local efforts achieve oak woodland protection. More importantly, this Program provides a mechanism to bring ranchers and conservationists together in a manner that allows both to achieve that which is so valued - sustainable ranch and farming operations and healthy oak woodlands.
The fundamental goal of the Program is to stimulate an increase of glass cullet in the making of new glass beverage containers within the State of California. “Cullet” scrap glass that is derived from post filled food, drink, or beverage container glass produced or imported for sale in the state.” CA. Public Resource Code § 14509.3 The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) receives an annual appropriation of $4,000,000 from the California Beverage Container Recycling Fund to administer the Recycled Glass Processing Incentive Grant Program (SB 1013, Atkins, Chapter 610, Section 14543) (Public Resource Code [PRC] section 14543). "14543. (a) In order to stimulate the increased use of glass cullet in making new glass beverage containers in the state, the department...
The CARE grant is to provide grants to eligible non-profit organizations to fund CARE grant programs at one or more CDCR institutions. Applicants are required to develop a specific proposal designed to meet the unique needs and requirements of the proposed grant program(s), as well as meet the needs of the incarcerated individuals in CDCR institutions, where the CARE grant programs will be provided. This project will provide $5 million in grants per year for three fiscal years ($15 million total) to eligible non-profit organizations to fund transformative programs in one or more CDCR institutions. The grant period begins on July 1, 2025, and ends June 30, 2028. Grants shall be awarded to fund programs that provide insight-oriented, restorative justice programs focused on increasing...
CAL FIRE Forest Health
closedCAL FIRE’s Forest Health Program funds active restoration and reforestation activities aimed at providing for more resilient and sustained forests to ensure future existence of forests in California while also mitigating climate change, protecting communities from fire risk, strengthening rural economies and improving California’s water & air. This Fiscal Year 2024-25 solicitation will include one grant type: • Forest Health
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 restaurants and on-sale retail licensed establishments (on-sale beer and wine licenses, on-sale general licenses, and on-sale general licenses for seasonal businesses), with the goal of increasing the recycling of glass beverage containers. The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) receives an annual appropriation from the Beverage Container Recycling Fund to administer the Increased Recycling of Empty Glass Beverage Containers Grant Program. (Senate Bill 1013, Atkins, Chapter 610, Section 14544) (Public Resources Code [PRC] sections 14544) which reads: "14544. (a) In order to facilitate increased...
The purpose of SEED 2.5 is to support the entrepreneurship of immigrants and Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals who face significant employment barriers. The SEED 2.5 grant will provide micro-grants, entrepreneurial training, and technical assistance to SEED target populations to support them in starting or maintaining a small business in California aimed at addressing a social problem or meeting a community need. SEED target populations are individuals who face significant barriers to employment, specifically: (1) individuals with limited English proficiency, regardless of immigration or citizenship status; or (2) individuals who are neither U.S. citizens nor lawful permanent residents. This includes individuals who may not be lawfully present in the United States, and...
FREP’s competitive grant program funds proposals that advance fertilization and irrigation practices and minimize environmental impacts of fertilizing materials. The 2025 request for pre-proposals (RFP) includes several initiatives put forth by the department to help effectively manage irrigation water and fertilizing materials in California agriculture. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) announces pre-proposals are now being accepted for the 2025 FREP Grant Program cycle. FREP’s competitive grant program funds proposals that advance fertilization and irrigation practices and minimize environmental impacts of fertilizing materials. The 2025 request for pre-proposals (RFP) includes several initiatives put forth by...
Proposals may focus on research and/or education projects to enhance control measures of vertebrate pests that pose a significant threat to the welfare of state’s agricultural economy, infrastructure, environment, and the public. CDFA does not support proprietary product development projects. Proposals that originate from outside of California are considered if the proposal includes relevance to vertebrate pest concerns within California. Proposals may focus on research and/or education projects to enhance control measures of vertebrate pests that pose a significant threat to the welfare of state’s agricultural economy, infrastructure, environment, and the public. CDFA does not support proprietary product development projects. Proposals that originate from outside of California are...
The Lead COE will partner with the California Mathematics Project to develop and deliver educator training, focused primarily on the training of mathematics coaches and teacher leaders, and provide resources to educators on delivering high-quality mathematics instruction to all students throughout the state in public schools serving K–12 students pursuant to the 2023 Mathematics Framework. Senate Bill 153, Chapter 38, Statutes of 2024, Section 114 of the Education Omnibus Budget Trailer Bill for the 2024–25 California State Budget appropriated the sum of $20 million to allocate to one or more COEs or a consortium of COEs to partner with the California Mathematics Project to develop and deliver educator training, including the training of mathematics coaches, and provide resources to...
The purpose of this program is to help stop pet overpopulation in California by providing funds for spay/neuter services to municipalities and non-profit organizations in California. This program is funded by the Pet Lover’s License Plate Program, from the sale and renewal of the specailty license plate and the Prevention of Animal Homelessness and Cruelty Voluntary Tax Contribution Fund, supported by California taxpayer contributions. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is pleased to announce a competitive solicitation process to award grants under the Pet Lover’s Spay and Neuter Grant Program. CDFA anticipates that up to $500,000 will be awarded to projects that help provide spay/neuter services to alleviate pet overpopulation. Individual grant award amounts can...
CNIP Expansion was established to encourage the purchase and consumption of healthy, California-grown fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts by nutrition benefit clients, including WIC, WIC FMNP, and SFMNP clients. For the 2025 CNIP Expansion – WIC, WIC FMNP and SFMNP, CDFA is seeking project proposals from qualified entities to support nutrition incentive shoppers and/or to distribute nutrition incentives to shoppers using a) WIC fruit and vegetable benefits, b) WIC FMNP, and/or c) SFMNP benefits to purchase California-grown fresh fruits and vegetables at authorized Certified Farmers’ Markets. Qualified shoppers should be able to receive the incentive at the time of purchase. Projects that reach low-access areas and low-income populations, particularly communities where a large proportion of...
The FAP TA DE awardee will assist the FAP program awardees with the continued development and refinement of projects that focus exclusively on farmworker needs at a regional level by offering essential skills and upskilling training to either advance in the agricultural industry and/or prepare for advancement outside of the agricultural sector. The Employment Development Department (EDD), on behalf of the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $1 million from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s Discretionary Fund for the FAP TA DE PY 24-25. The inaugural FAP TA SFP was released in PY 23-24 on March 14, 2024. This grant aims to increase equity and improve outcomes for adult farmworkers facing significant...
California’s Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator (EVC RAA) Program
closedThe purpose of this solicitation is to repair, replace, and install at least 1,302 charging ports across the State. Funds available for this solicitation are only for ports listed on the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Final List and Final List Addendum of Non-Operational Chargers. EVC RAA is an initiative to repair or replace non-operational EV chargers to improve the reliability of existing EV charging infrastructure. By addressing reliability and accessibility challenges, the EVC RAA Program aims to spur wider adoption of EVs. In January 2024, the FHWA awarded the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) $63.7 million in one-time funding through EVC RAA. The CEC is partnering with Caltrans to implement and administer California’s EVC RAA program. In total, the CEC...
The goal of this grant is to research, design, and implement projects that focus exclusively on farmworker needs at a regional level by offering essential skills and upskilling training for farmworkers to either advance in the agricultural industry and/or prepare for advancement outside of the agricultural sector. This grant program is intended to address multiple existing and emerging gaps in the current workforce system for farmworkers. The awarded FAP PY 24-25 programs will position farmworkers to obtain access to good-quality jobs including jobs that pay family sustaining wages, offer benefits, have predictable hours, opportunities for career advancement, and worker voice. Projects will also provide wrap-around support and resources to build skills to prevent job loss and lay the...
The purpose of the Allied Healthcare Scholarship Program (AHSP) is to increase the number of appropriately trained allied healthcare professionals providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Allied Healthcare Scholarship Program (AHSP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in an accredited or certificate program that prepares them to become one of the eligible program allied healthcare professionals for a scholarship of up to $15,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
The purpose of the Vocational Nurse Scholarship Program (VNSP) is to increase the number of appropriately trained Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Vocational Nurse Scholarship Program (VNSP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in a certificate, diploma, or accredited Associate degree program that prepares them to become a Licensed Vocational Nurse for a scholarship of up to $4,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
The purpose of the Bachelor of Science Nursing Scholarship Program (BSNP) is to increase the number of appropriately trained Registered Nurses (RNs) providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Bachelor of Science Nursing Scholarship Program (BSNP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree Nursing Program that prepares them to become a Registered Nurse for a scholarship of up to $10,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
The purpose of the Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program (ADNSP) is to increase the number of appropriately trained Registered Nurses (RNs) providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program (ADNSP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in an Associate's Degree Nursing Program that prepares them to become a Registered Nurse for a scholarship of up to $8,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
The purpose of the Licensed Vocational Nurse to Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program (LVN to ADN) is to increase the number of appropriately trained Registered Nurses (RNs) providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Licensed Vocational Nurse to Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program (LVN to ADN) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in an Associate Degree Bridge Program prepares them to become a Registered Nurse for a scholarship of up to $8,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
The purpose of the Advanced Practice Healthcare Scholarship Program (APHSP) is to increase the number of appropriately trained advanced practice healthcare professionals providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Advanced Practice Healthcare Scholarship Program (APHSP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in an accredited graduate or postgraduate degree program that prepares them to become one of the eligible program advanced healthcare professionals for a scholarship of up to $25,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) received an appropriation of $25,000,000 from AB 179 Budget Act of 2022 to support a deposit-return system for reusable beverage containers consistent with Section 14539 of the Public Resources Code. The fundamental goal of the Program is to provide infrastructure and start-up costs related to a deposit-return system for glass reusable containers in the Beverage Container Recycling Program. The goal of the Program is to create a reusable glass beverage container processing stream within California to support a circular economy. Eligible applicants include: ·Local governments (cities, counties, or cities and counties) as defined in Public Resources Code section 30109. ·Nonprofit organizations. ·Qualifying Tribal Entities...
Permanently protect croplands, rangelands, and lands utilized for the cultivation of traditional resources from conversion to non-agricultural uses. Protecting these lands promotes smart growth within existing jurisdictions, ensures open space remains available, and supports healthy agricultural and tribal food systems, and resulting food security. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Capacity and Project Development grants expand organizational capacity to develop agricultural conservation acquisition projects.
To protect critical agricultural lands, to support infill & compact development, and to avoid increases in the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the conversion of agricultural land to non-agricultural uses. Planning grants support the development of local and regional land use policies and economic development strategies to protect these agricultural lands. Note: pre-proposals are required, deadline for submittal is January 31, 2025. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Planning Grants support the development and implementation of plans for the protection of agricultural land at risk of conversion to...
Permanently protect croplands, rangelands, and lands utilized for the cultivation of traditional resources from conversion to non-agricultural uses. Protecting these lands promotes smart growth within existing jurisdictions, ensures open space remains available, and supports healthy agricultural and tribal food systems, and resulting food security. Please note: pre-proposals are required, deadline for submittal is January 31, 2025. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Agricultural Conservation Acquisitions provide funding to leverage the protection of strategically located, highly productive, and critically threatened agricultural land, via...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission (CEC) announces the availability of up to $59,484,345 in grant funds for projects that will improve the reliability of existing non-operational publicly accessible electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across California. The purpose of this solicitation is to repair, replace, and install at least 1,302 charging ports across the State. Funds available for this solicitation are only for ports listed on the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Final List and Final List Addendum of Non-Operational Chargers.
CDBG 2024 NOFA
closedUnder the 2024 NOFA, approximately $34 million in federal funds for Community Development Block Grant will be made available to develop viable communities provisioning decent affordable housing, expanding economic opportunities, and developing suitable infrastructure principally for the benefit of Low- and Moderate-Income (LMI) persons, families, households, and neighborhoods. Under this NOFA, CDBG funds are provided as grants to Non-Entitlement Units of Local Government for projects and programs that will reduce disparities and increase racial and socioeconomical equity in their communities. All CDBG activities must meet the National Objective of benefiting low- and moderate-income persons. The objectives of the CDBG program are to develop viable communities by the provision of decent...
The purpose is to provide cost share funding to applicants that apply for and receive one of the following: An award under an eligible federal Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) and meet the requirements of this solicitation, or Follow-on funding from the U.S. DOE to continue research from a previously awarded federal grant that also received from the CEC federal cost share funding under PON-14-308, GFO-18-902, or this GFO. The focus of applicant projects will vary based on the specific federal funding opportunity. Please check the Section II.A., for a list of currently eligible funding opportunities.
Pursuant to the George H. W. Bush Vamos A Pescar™ Educational Fund and Fish and Game Code Section 1501.5(b), the California Department of Fish and Wildlife has established a competitive grant program to fund projects that supports state and local efforts to educate and engage California’s Hispanic communities in metrocentric settings through bilingual, multigenerational, and multigendered programs, classes and fishing and boating activities. Funds may be used for projects, including but not limited to experiential or hands-on fishing education, community activities promoting good fishery stewardship, technical fishing skills development, fishing-related workshops and classes, apprentice-level fishing trips with hands-on instruction, and other such events that promote recreational fishing...
The purpose of the grant is to help mitigate the impact of wolves on livestock producers in California. The Wolf-Livestock Compensation Grant Program has established three primary areas of need and compensation; direct livestock loss from wolf depredation, the use nonlethal deterrent tools, and the compensation for indirect loss or affects from wolves on livestock. The Wolf-Livestock Compensation Grant Program has three “prongs”, or potential grant opportunities, for eligible applicants: direct loss compensation, nonlethal deterrent methods support, and indirect loss compensation. This grant opportunity involves the first prong, direct loss compensation, in which producers can be compensated for direct livestock loss (death, injury) due to confirmed or probable wolf depredation. Wolf...
Sustainable Communities support/implement an RTP SCS/APS & help achieve the CA GHG reduction targets. Climate Adaptation Planning support local/regional ID of transportation-related climate vulnerabilities & project-level adaptation planning. Strategic Partnerships support Federal Planning Factors and address state highway/transit issues of regional, interregional, &/or statewide significance. Planning projects must have a transportation nexus. The Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program was created to support the California Department of Transportation’s (Caltrans) Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment. The California Legislature passed, and Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. signed into law, Senate Bill 1...
The Song-Brown program aims to increase the number of students receiving quality primary care education and training in areas of unmet need throughout California. Attracting and admitting students underrepresented in medicine and those from underserved communities, training students in underserved areas, and placing graduates in underserved areas. Pursuant to the Song-Brown Health Care Workforce Training Act (Song-Brown Act), Health and safety Code Section 128200, et.seq., the Department of Health Care Access and Information will consider applications to support the development of new licensed Midwifery (LM) programs.
The Song-Brown program aims to increase the number of students receiving quality primary care education and training in areas of unmet need throughout California. Attracting and admitting students underrepresented in medicine and those from underserved communities, training students in underserved areas, and placing graduates in underserved areas. Pursuant to the Song-Brown Health Care Workforce Training Act (Song-Brown Act), Health & Safety Code Sections 128200, et. seq., the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) will consider applications to support the training of registered nurse (RN) education programs. After review of the applications, HCAI makes recommendations for grant awards to the Director of HCAI.
The California’s State Opioid Response (SOR) IV grant supports the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Opioid Response Project, which aims to address the opioid and stimulant use disorder crises by improving access to treatment, reducing unmet treatment needs, and reducing opioid and stimulant-related overdose deaths through the provision of prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and recovery service activities. Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. (AHP) has been contracted by DHCS to serve as the Administrative Entity (AE) and will implement the CA H&SS program, including organization and distribution of funding; compliance and monitoring, including that related to data collection and submission to UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Program (UCLA-ISAP) on a quarterly basis...
The California Overdose Prevention Network (COPN), based at the PHI Center for Health Leadership and Impact (CHLI), is pleased to release this Request for Applications (RFA) funded by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). The RFA will support local overdose prevention coalitions to reduce overdose deaths from illicitly manufactured fentanyl and other drugs through implementation of overdose prevention, treatment and harm reduction strategies. Multi-sector coalitions are encouraged to apply for this opportunity to fortify and sustain strategies that are responsive to local needs in their community and/or region. Funding originates from the California State Opioid Response (SOR) IV grant awarded to the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) from the...
The restoration, enhancement, and nourishment of public beaches through the cost-effective engineered placement of sand on the beach or in the nearshore environment. The Public Beach Restoration Grant Program was created in 1999 via the Public Beach Restoration Act (Harbors and Navigation Code 69.5-69.9, AB64–Ducheny). Carefully planned beach restoration can minimize the erosive forces of ocean waves to protect vital public infrastructure and accommodate the recreational needs of visitors to California’s beaches. This program is also consistent with the California Natural Resources Agency’s Shoreline Erosion Protection Policy (1978) favoring beach nourishment as a method of erosion control. *Note: The letter of intent is due 12/16/2024 by 5:00 pm.
To study problems of beach erosion and to construct projects to stabilize beaches and shoreline areas either through the strategic placement of sand or via hard structures like seawalls, groins, and rock revetments in concentrated areas to protect vital public infrastructure. The authority for the Shoreline Erosion Control Grant Program (Harbors and Navigation Code 65-67.4) was part of the legislation that created the Department of Navigation and Ocean Development, the predecessor agency to the Department of Boating and Waterways. Many projects in this program are partially funded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, with the State paying up to 50% of the cost of the local sponsor’s required project cost share for construction. *Note: The letter of intent is due by 12/16/2024 at 5pm.
CDFW's Boating Access Grant Program provides funding for projects that increase access to recreational boating opportunities across California's waterways. The Boating Access program provides funding for a broad range of access facilities and associated amenities that benefit recreational boaters. Project activities eligible for Boating Access grant funds include: Planning, permitting, and design for Boating Access Facilities. Construction of Boating Access Facilities Administration and Coordination of boating access programs (personnel, travel, training, planning, etc.). Amenities for Boaters, including compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) at Boating Access Facilities: This may include restrooms, wash-down stations, fish cleaning stations for boaters, ramps, courtesy...
The Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) Mixed Delivery Planning Grant is part of the overarching expansion of UPK in California. The grant was established with the goal of expanding access universally to preKindergarten programs for three- and four-year-old children across the state through a mixed delivery system. The UPK Mixed Delivery Grant provides funding on a non-competitive basis to Local Planning Councils (LPCs) and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) to partner with all local educational agencies (LEAs) in the county to enhance and uplift the UPK Mixed Delivery System.
The California Energy Commission’s (CEC) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $30 million in grant funds for projects that will design, construct, and operate publicly available medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) hydrogen refueling and/or charging infrastructure along designated corridors in disadvantaged communities or low-income communities, collectively known as priority populations. In order to accelerate actions to mitigate climate change, Governor Newsom signed Executive Order (EO) N-79-20 in September 2020 and set targets for 100 percent of drayage trucks to be zero emission by 2035, and 100 percent of MDHD vehicles to be zero emission by 2045, for all operations where feasible. Solicitation objectives include: · ...
The purpose of this solicitation is to demonstrate replicable and scalable business and technology models for large-scale deployment of EV charging infrastructure capable of maximizing access and EV travel for MFH residents. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $19,000,000 in grant funds for projects that will increase electric vehicle (EV) charging access for multifamily housing (MFH) residents. The solicitation also aims to enable greater EV adoption among MFH residents. For the purpose of this solicitation, MFH is defined as residential properties with multiple dwelling units and excludes single-family dwellings (detached), duplexes, triplexes, townhomes, and mobile homes. ...
The purpose of this solicitation is to advance the technical, economic, and environmental viability of innovative DAC technologies to meet the state’s carbon neutrality goals. This can include testing, piloting, and demonstrating advanced technologies, coupled with active community engagement, benefits planning, and community education. In 2022, the California Climate Crisis Act was established to lower anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 85% below 1990 levels and attain carbon neutrality by 2045. To support this legislation, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) prepared the 2022 Scoping Plan, outlining the importance of implementing new strategies, such as carbon dioxide removal (CDR), to address residual carbon emissions to achieve carbon neutrality. The Scoping Plan...
The California Department of Education (CDE), in accordance with Education Code Section 42926, has been directed to select a FYSCP TAP to administer the county FYSCPs for the 2025-2028 cycle. The FYSCP TAP receives annually five percent of the Foster Youth Budget Act authority. These funds are issued through a Request for Application. This application covers the grant period beginning July 1, 2022 and ending June 30, 2025. The total grant budget for this Request for Applications (RFA) is approximately $1.3 million per year and is contingent upon the annual State Budget Act. The FYSCP TAP is selected for a term ending no later than June 30, 2025. Annual review of the FYSCP TAP effort is required for continued funding. The CDE may either renew or reopen the selection of the FYSCP TAP to...
Community Air Grants (CAGs) build community capacity, improve air quality at the local scale, and support community participation in the Community Air Protection Program (Program), whose mission is to reduce harmful air pollution emissions and exposures to communities most impacted by poor air quality. CAGs provide a pathway to bring resources to communities with CARB’s commitment to diversity, racial equity, inclusion, and environmental justice. CAGs will promote and support a diverse range of effective community based and community driven solutions, which can serve as models and be expanded upon to benefit impacted communities throughout the state through achieving equitable participation and the demonstration of local partnership building and coordination, resource leveraging, in-kind...
The OYA ETA PY 24-25 awardee will assist the OYA Career Pathway Program PY 23-24 "OYACPP awardees" with the continued support to design and implement projects that focus on creating pathways to success that test and demonstrate program strategies to improve employment outcomes and reduce persistent economic inequities for OYAs 18-28 years of age. The EDD, on behalf of the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $1.7 million from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s Discretionary Fund for the Opportunity Young Adults (OYA) Career Pathway Program Evaluation and Technical Assistance (ETA) for Program Year 2024-25 (PY 24-25) Solicitation for Proposals (SFP). The OYA ETA awardee will provide the needed support to...
The intent of CAL FIRE's Forest Health Research Program is to fund scientific research that expands our knowledge in topics related to forest health and wildland fire. The outcomes of these projects will support agencies, organizations, landowners, and policy makers, while furthering the goals of the California Forest and Wildfire Resilience Action Plan and California Climate Investments. The application will consist of a concept proposal followed by review and selection. Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal followed by a second review and selection period. Concept proposals are due by 3 p.m. (PST), November 14, 2024. Full invited proposals are due by 3 p.m. (PDT), March 14, 2025. The Forest Health Research Program (hereafter “Research Program”) was...
The purpose of the Program is to improve safety, healing, and financial stability for victim/survivors of crime and their family members through direct cash/financial assistance.
Provide resources for keeping boater sewage from lakes and reservoirs The Floating Restroom Grant Program provides floating restroom units to lakes and reservoirs across California. The Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) procures, delivers, and grants the DBW-designed and developed floating restroom to the recipient. The grant recipient then places the floating restrooms at on-water locations convenient to boaters and maintains the units for a minimum of 10 years. The Clean Vessel Act grant program also offers maintenance and rehabilitation funds for the floating restrooms.
The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) are pleased to announce up to $28,500,000 in available grant funding for the High Road Training Partnerships 2024-25 Healthcare Grant Program (HRTP HC), a California Jobs First initiative. This cycle of the HRTP initiative continues the agency’s commitment to advancing job quality, economic equity, and climate resilience for all Californians, with an existing portfolio that includes High Road investments. For more information about previously funded HRTP projects, please see the CWDB’s High Road Training Partnership Profiles webpage. The High Road Training Partnerships Healthcare Grant Program will fund healthcare projects in three stages of project readiness: Planning and...
This solicitation for the F-gas Reduction Incentive Program (FRIP) is focused on incentivizing ultra-low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant technologies in the commercial and industrial sectors. The goal of FRIP is to reduce fluorinated gas emissions by incentivizing the adoption of climate-friendly technologies, particularly ultra-low-GWP technologies, defined as having a GWP less than ten, as directed by the legislature. Incentives are expected to help these technologies achieve economies of scale, which will lead to wider market adoption and, therefore, greater greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions and support California in achieving the Senate Bill 1383 legislative mandate. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has $38.5 million for commercial and industrial refrigeration in...
The Farm & Ranch Solid Waste Clean Up & Abatement Grant program offers financial support to address the cleanup & prevention of illegal dumping on properties designated for agricultural purposes, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Each FY, there are 4 application cycles, & this is the third one. CalRecycle administers this program in accordance with Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code. The project sites eligible for the grant must be located on 'farm and ranch' property, encompassing both private and public land, where the owner is not held responsible for the illegal disposal. The definition of 'farm and ranch' property can be found in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees are given approximately two years to complete the project(s)...
To better understand water resources statewide, DWR is seeking to fund public entities to improve stream gage infrastructure and bridge data gaps as part of the Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP). Through CalSIP, public agencies can receive financial assistance to upgrade, reactivate, or install new surface water monitoring stations, at no additional cost to them, that share stream flow data to help inform water management decisions. To be eligible for the CalSIP funding, projects must provide real-time stream data to the public stream gage network through the California Data Exchange Center (CDEC). Eligible projects need to provide data to inform at least one program water management areas (e.g., flood, water quality, water supply, ecosystem).Eligible gaging sites must:• Be on...
The Song-Brown program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide healthcare in California’s medically underserved areas. Pursuant to the Song-Brown Health Care Workforce Training Act (Song-Brown Act), Health & Safety Code Sections 128200, et. seq., the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) will consider applications to support the training of Certified Nurse Midwives (CNM).
The Song-Brown program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide healthcare in California’s medically underserved areas. Pursuant to the Song-Brown Health Care Workforce Training Act, Health & Safety Code Sections 128200, et. seq., the California Healthcare Workforce Policy Commission (Commission) will consider applications to support the training of family nurse practitioner (FNP) and primary care physician assistant (PA) training programs. After review of the applications, HCAI makes recommendations for grant awards to the Director of HCAI. Keywords: funding, family nurse practitioner program funding, physician assistant program, program funding.
Funds to support land acquisition projects in support of approved Habitat Conservation Plans that will conserve habitat for eligible species in perpetuity. The HCP Land Acquisition Grant program was designed to reduce conflicts between the conservation of listed species and competing land uses on specific parcels of land associated with approved and permitted HCPs. Under this program, the Service provides matching grants to states in support of land acquisition projects that will conserve species habitat in perpetuity through fee simple acquisition or the acquisition of permanent conservation easements. The Service considers the use of federal acquisition dollars by states for habitat protection associated with HCPs to be an important and effective mechanism to promote species recovery...
The purpose of the Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions is to advance economic justice for populations and communities impacted by cannabis prohibition and the War on Drugs by providing support to local jurisdictions as they promote equity in California and eliminate barriers to enter the newly regulated cannabis industry for equity program applicants and licensees. On November 8, 2016, California voters approved Proposition 64, the Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA). In its statement of purpose and intent, AUMA calls for regulating cannabis in a way that “reduces barriers to entry into the legal, regulated market.” GO-Biz administers the Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions to aid local equity program efforts to support...
Homelessness in California is a crisis, with over 180,000 people affected in 2023—28% of the U.S. total. Major cities like LA and San Diego have seen sharp increases in unsheltered populations. California Volunteers seeks partners to launch the California Opportunity Corps, placing AmeriCorps members to support unhoused communities through case management, outreach, and service navigation. Two grants are available: planning and implementation. Funding will support two grants (one planning grant and one two-year operating grant) to up to two organizations that will partner with California Volunteers to implement the California Opportunity Corps program. Applicants may propose an intermediary model or a direct service model; this is a unique role, as the selected organization(s) will...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund projects that will plan for offshore wind energy infrastructure improvements that advance the capabilities of California waterfront facilities to support the development and operation of floating offshore wind projects. This solicitation implements provisions of Assembly Bill (AB) 209 (The Energy and Climate Change budget bill, Chapter 251, Section 12, Chapter 7.6, Article 6, enacted in September 2022). AB 209 added Public Resources Code (PRC) sections 25660 – 25666, known as the Clean Energy Programs, including PRC section 25666 which creates the “Program to Support Offshore Wind Infrastructure Improvements.” The general provisions of the Clean Energy Programs in PRC sections 25660 and 25661 apply to PRC section 25666. The Budget Act of 2022...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund studies and applied research and development (R&D) projects that support the approved Electric Program Investment Charge 2021–2025 (EPIC 4) Investment Plan’s strategic objective to increase the value proposition of distributed energy resources to customers and the grid. This solicitation’s research topics fall under the EPIC 4 Transportation Electrification Initiative. Transportation electrification is a key strategy to achieving California’s climate and air quality goals. With over 1 million electric vehicles (EVs) registered in California today and over 15 million EVs expected on the road by 2035, EVs can quickly become one of California’s largest distributed energy resources (DERs) as deployment accelerates if their significant battery...
The Preservation & Accessibility of California’s LGBTQ+ History grant opportunity provides state of California funding for California institutions to support the preservation and public accessibility of LGBTQ+ archives. This opportunity is targeted at archives of all sizes for projects that preserve and make publicly accessible collections relevant to the LGBTQ+ movement, culture, experience, and/or history in California. This grant program is similar to previous LGBTQ-focused preservation grant programs funded in 2019 and 2021. Descriptions of projects funded in 2021 can be viewed on the California State Library website. This opportunity aims to preserve and make accessible materials demonstrating the significant role of LGBTQ+ Californians and the LGBTQ+ movement in this state. By...
Empowering Nonprofits to Work on Tobacco Prevention in American Indian/Alaskan Native Communities
closedThis Request for Applications (RFA) seeks to fund up to ten (10) non-profit organizations and/or tribal consortia that serve American Indian / Alaskan Native communities across California to build capacity toward ending California’s tobacco epidemic through policy, systems, and environmental change strategies. This RFA seeks to fund up to 10 non-profit organizations and/or tribal consortia that serve AI/AN communities across CA to build capacity toward ending California’s tobacco epidemic through policy, systems, & environmental change strategies. The term “tobacco” used in this RFA refers to commercial tobacco products. This RFA does not seek to impinge upon the sacred use of traditional or ceremonial tobacco in AI/AN communities. New Applicants who meet the qualifications for this...
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies. The Alcoholic Beverage Control will sub-contractor outreach, awareness, and education as key factors in reducing (and ultimately eliminating) crash fatalities caused by drunk and impaired driving. Working with a network of community partners, including law enforcement, schools and educators, coalition groups, and through the support of local businesses, the sub-contractor will educate and inform community members across the state of the risks and consequences of drunk and impaired driving. This...
The principal goal of this program is to make funding available to eligible Local Governments in California for housing-related projects and programs that assist in addressing the unmet housing needs of their local communities. 1. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, or moderate-income households, including necessary Operating subsidies.2. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of Affordable rental and ownership housing, including Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), that meets the needs of a growing workforce earning up to 120 percent of Area Median Income (AMI), or 150 percent of AMI in High-cost areas...
CDFA is seeking project proposals from eligible entities to distribute nutrition incentives to CalFresh shoppers using their benefits to purchase fresh, California grown fruits andvegetables at direct marketing outlets (Certified Farmers’ Markets, Community Supported Agriculture programs, and farm stands) and small businesses in California. For the 2025 CNIP Request for Proposal (RFP), CDFA is seeking project proposals from eligible entities to distribute nutrition incentives to CalFresh shoppers using their benefits to purchase fresh, California grown fruits and vegetables at direct marketing outlets (Certified Farmers’ Markets, Community Supported Agriculture programs, and farm stands) and small businesses in California. CalFresh shoppers should be able to receive the incentive at the...
CWDB will fund new and existing projects to design, develop, and implement innovative workforce service models that lead to quality jobs and accelerate employment and re-employment for California workers. Traditional workforce funding streams can be rigid, and Accelerator 13 funding is designed to allow grantees the flexibility to bridge gaps in the workforce system in ways that mobilize existing funding streams for greater employment impacts. The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), in partnership with the Employment Development Department (EDD), and collaboration with the California Jobs First are pleased to announce up to $2,700,000 in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s discretionary...
The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Public entities bear a financial responsibility for maintaining public landfill sites in compliance with state regulations and standards. The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Eligible projects include...
This program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $500,000 to help public entities accelerate the pace of cleanup, restore sites, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities. Widespread illegal dumping of solid waste adversely impacts Californians in many ways. Properties on which illegal dumping occurs lose economic value; create public health and safety and environmental problems; and degrade the enjoyment and pride in the affected communities. Abandoned, idled, or underutilized properties due to unauthorized dumping impact what were once the sources of economic benefits to a community. Many such properties have been abandoned or have owners who are unable or unwilling to pay the costs of cleanup.
Funds and support are available for all California public libraries that help to provide USDA summer meals for children and youth. The Lunch at the Library program helps California public libraries to establish library locations as U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) summer meal sites and take pop-up libraries to other USDA community meal sites while providing learning and enrichment opportunities. Applications are non-competitive. All libraries participating in Lunch at the Library and submitting approved applications will receive funds. These funds can support the following Lunch at the Library activities: Library Meal Sites: Establish and serve USDA summer meals at library site(s) and provide learning and enrichment programming at those meal sites. Lunch at the Library meal sites...
The OYA Career Pathway Program for PY 24-25 grant's aim is to design and implement projects that focus on creating pathways to success that test and demonstrate program strategies to improve employment outcomes and reduce persistent economic inequities for OYAs 18-28 years of age. The OYA Career Pathway Program will position OYAs to obtain access to good-quality jobs , including jobs that pay family-sustaining wages, offer benefits, have predictable hours, opportunities for career advancement, and worker voice. Projects will also provide investments for wrap-around support and services to increase the likelihood of program completion, employment outcomes, and career pathway advancement, including comprehensive case management with a trauma-informed lens. This funding opportunity will...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) was appropriated $50,000,000 from the California Beverage Container Recycling Fund to support the Beverage Container Quality Infrastructure Grant Program. The fundamental goal of the Program is to provide infrastructure costs related to sorting of materials for creating clean streams of beverage container materials that are substantially free of contamination. Eligible projects include: Infrastructure costs related to sorting of empty beverage container material for existing curbside programs, collection/drop-off programs or community service programs. Proposed eligible costs may include: Equipment related to sorting materials (e.g., new lines, new belts, robotic arms, scales, optical sorters and other equipment to provide a...
The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), in partnership with the California Geologic Energy Management Division of Department of Conservation (CalGEM), will fund up to $7,555,327 to a previous or existing High Road Training Partnership (HRTP) to provide on-the-job training for oil well capping in Kern and Los Angeles Counties. Under the Budget Act of 2022 (AB 178), the CWDB was allocated funding to develop the Oil and Gas Well Capping Pilot initiative in Kern and Los Angeles counties. The CWDB has solicited and awarded these funds through its High Road Training Partnership (HRTP) program to include the principles of High Roadand California Jobs First. The balance of these funds will be awarded under this...
The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $15 million in grant funds for projects that will provide publicly available hydrogen refueling stations to enable continued growth of the California fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) market and support the advancement of hydrogen refueling station operations and maintenance (O&M) to improve the customer experience. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $15 million in grant funds for projects that will provide publicly available hydrogen refueling stations to enable continued growth of the California fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) market and support the advancement of...
Senate Bill 122 added Part 4, Section 6700 to the Water Code to create a new program, the Dam Safety and Climate Resilience Local Assistance Program, within DWR for the purpose of providing state funding for repairs, rehabilitation, enhancements, and other dam safety projects at existing state jurisdictional dams and associated facilities that were in service prior to January 1, 2023. Approximately 10 percent of the 1,236 State jurisdictional dams regulated by DWR’s Division of Safety of Dams (DSOD) have been assigned a condition assessment classification of less than “Satisfactory” (e.g., they have noted deficiencies that need remediation). In many cases, these dams pose a significant threat to communities downstream. As an interim risk reduction measure, more than 40 of these dams have...
The objective of the Water Desalination Grant Program is to provide grant funds to eligible applicants to facilitate, where appropriate, the development of brackish water and seawater desalination projects to meet the water resources needs of the state. The focus of the Program is on the development of potable water for municipal uses. One Construction or Design Pilot Project will be awarded a grant to desalinate naturally-occurring brackish (>1,000 mg/L TDS) or saline water to directly support local or regional potable municipal water resources and directly or indirectly provide water supply benefits to the State. A total of $1,000,000 of Proposition 1 funds are available. In addition to other benefits, proposed projects will be evaluated on the following: Increased potable water supply...
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 managed, high-quality, OHV Recreation areas, roads, and trails, and to responsibly maintain the wildlife, soils, and habitat of Project Areas in a manner that will sustain long-term OHV Recreation. The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) provides funds to develop and maintain Recreational Trails and trail-related facilities for motorized Recreational Trail uses. This includes acquisition, development and rehabilitation of trails and facilities, construction and maintenance of trails, purchase or lease of equipment, trail conditions assessments, and the...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and development projects that inform California’s transition to an equitable, zero-carbon energy system that is climate resilient and meets environmental goals. As with all infrastructure development, clean energy technologies have impacts on species, habitats, ecosystems, and ecosystem services. As the technologies evolve, this creates new knowledge gaps about these impacts and how they can be mitigated efficiently and effectively. In addition to the unintended consequences of energy technologies on the environment, these knowledge gaps can also add to the soft costs of clean energy development by causing delays in permitting or the additional costs of biological surveys and mitigation based on insufficient scientific evidence...
Fund up to 43 projects to accelerate momentum toward ending CA's tobacco epidemic through policy, system, and environmental change strategies by increasing community engagement within populations disproportionately targeted by the tobacco industry. Priority populations include the following populations: African American/Black; Asian/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander; Latino; LGBTQ; and rural residents. This Request for Application seeks to fund up to 43 local projects with three or more years of demonstrated agency experience and capabilities in tobacco prevention. The purpose of this RFA is to accelerate momentum toward ending California's tobacco epidemic through policy, system, and environmental change strategies by increasing community engagement within populations that have been...
Cal IIP was established to provide grants to enhance the capacity and ability of community development financial institutions (CDFIs) to provide programs including technical assistance and access to capital to economically disadvantaged communities throughout California. The Legislature designed Cal IIP to provide grants enhancing the capacity and ability of community development financial institutions (CDFIs) to provide programs including technical assistance and access to capital to economically disadvantaged communities throughout California. CDFIs can use the grants to fund services and operations that contribute to the CDFI’s overall community development mission. CDFIs can also use the grants to supplement their net assets and increase their capacity to attract additional funding.
The purpose is to provide cost share funding to applicants that apply for and receive one of the following: An award under an eligible federal Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) and meet the requirements of this solicitation, or Follow-on funding from the U.S. DOE to continue research from a previously awarded federal grant that also received from the CEC federal cost share funding under PON-14-308, GFO-18-902, or this GFO. The focus of applicant projects will vary based on the specific federal funding opportunity. Please check the Section II.A., for a list of currently eligible funding opportunities.
The purpose of the Program is to support courts by appointing a minor’s counsel in child custody cases involving child abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
The purpose of the Program is to maintain a comprehensive, coordinated, community response that is victim/survivor-centered, enhance victim/survivor safety, provide confidential services to sexual assault victims/survivors, hold offenders accountable, and include comprehensive outreach activities at institutions of higher education. The purpose of the Program is to maintain a comprehensive, coordinated, community response that is victim/survivor-centered, enhance victim/survivor safety (regardless of whether or not they report the crime to law enforcement or other investigatory bodies and regardless of whether or not they choose to participate in an investigation), provide confidential services to sexual assault victims/survivors, hold offenders accountable, and include comprehensive...
The purpose of the Program is to create or enhance specialized units to provide a coordinated first response to victims/survivors of domestic violence and their children. The specialized units will accomplish this through police or sheriff investigations, immediate victim advocacy, training for first responders, and the development of effective practices and protocols that will remain sustainable beyond the Grant Subaward performance cycle. The purpose of the Program is to create or enhance specialized units to provide a coordinated first response to victims/survivors of domestic violence and their children.
Provide boating safety education to the general public. These grants are available to organizations that offer on-the-water boating safety education courses. Courses offered should be designed to enhance boater knowledge of boating laws, practical handling of vessels on the water, weather and water conditions, rules of the road, and equipment requirements.
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. RMC’s Technical Assistance Program (TAP) supports local communities with application assistance with the goal of facilitating access to the Conservancy’s funding programs. Technical Assistance can be applied to through RMC’s Small and Very Small Grants Programs or requested through RMC staff. RMC’s Technical Assistance Program (TAP) supports local communities with application assistance with the goal of facilitating access to the Conservancy’s funding programs. RMC recognizes barriers to accessing resources, including: •Familiarity with RMC’s grant application process, •Appreciation of the complexity of well-designed parks, open...
The CalAgPlate program funds projects that support agricultural education, agricultural career awareness and development, agriculture career training, and agriculture leadership development to assist students at the kindergarten through twelfth grade (K-12), post-secondary, and adult education levels. Supporting these educational and training areas will provide participants with further agricultural opportunities. Funding and Duration: The CA Dept. of Food and Agriculture anticipates that up to $180,000 will be awarded to projects to support agricultural education and training. Grant amounts range from $2,500-153,000. The maximum grant duration is one (1) year, six (6) months and grant funds cannot be expended before January 1, 2025, or after June 30, 2026. CDFA reserves the right to...
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 specific to the Lower LA River corridor, considered within 1.5 miles of the main stem or tributary of the Lower LA River. Projects should be consistent with the Lower LA River Revitalization Plan. Lower Los Angeles River: The Lower Los Angeles River program area encompasses 1.5 miles on each side of the river’s lower 19-miles, from the City of Vernon to the City of Long Beach. The Lower Los Angeles River Revitalization Plan (LLARRP) describes opportunities for improving the environment of the Lower Los Angeles River. The plan was developed through a...
The intent of the grant is to provide funding for SFAs to purchase food service equipment to serve healthier meals that meet meal pattern requirements, replace outdated or worn equipment, improve procurement of goods, improve food safety, improve the lunchroom to be more appealing to the students, help support the maintenance of an existing kitchen or serving line, or establish a new school kitchen or School Nutrition Program. Background Information Since 2010, the USDA has allocated funding for the CDE to competitively award eligible SFAs Equipment Assistance Grants (EAG). The funding is not a guarantee, and the CDE will send notice to eligible school food authorities (SFA) each year the funding is made available. It gives priority to those SFAs that have not received other state...
The DAEI TA DE PY 24-25 awardee will assist the DAEI pilot program awardees as they design, develop, and implement projects that support lasting cross-systems collaboration, co-enrollment, co-case management, and cross training strategies between WIOA Title I and IV programs to improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities (PWD), the target population; and for conducting developmental evaluation that builds on lessons learned. The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), announces the availability of up to $1.5 million from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title IV Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) funds for the Disability Access, Equity, and Inclusion (DAEI) Technical Assistance (TA) and...
SCDD is seeking a grantee to actively engage with Indigenous PwI/DD and their families, Tribal health organizations, and other collaborative partners in California to provide plain language materials, outreach, and training opportunities to connect Native Americans with critical health-related supports, services and information about developmental and medical/dental/mental health determinants, risks, and needs. For federal fiscal year (FFY) 2025, the Council has designated a total amount of $125,000 to fund a Cycle 47 project focused on fostering relationships with Tribal health organizations to increase the Native American community’s access to culturally sensitive, plain language curriculum, information, and resources pertaining to health-related topics, as they relate to people and...
The purpose of this announcement is to solicit applications from eligible organizations (“Program Lead”) to apply to administer a grant program for the State to direct outreach and support the distribution of grant awards ($11,625,000.00) to eligible small nonprofit performing arts organizations (SNPAOs) for the purpose of hiring and retaining employees. CalOSBA is seeking an organization to serve as the Program Lead to lead this effort on behalf of the state of California. The Program Lead will be awarded up to $675,000.00 to work in tandem with CalOSBA to distribute $11,625,000.00 in grant awards; the develop a pre-application process to properly assess and evaluate prospective grant awardees, develop a timely and effective outreach and marketing plan to reach the intended target...
WHALE TAIL® Grant 2024
closedWHALE TAIL® Grants help people connect to the California coast and its watersheds through experiential education, stewardship, and outdoor experiences. WHALE TAIL® Grants focus on reaching communities that have historically received fewer marine education and stewardship opportunities, and can engage youth or adults anywhere in California. The California Coastal Commission's WHALE TAIL® Grants fund projects that connect youth and adults to the California Coast and its watersheds through education, stewardship, and outdoor experiences. Eligible projects fall into one or more of the following four categories: 1) youth education programs, 2) programs for educating the general public or adults, 3) climate change education and stewardship, 4) shoreline cleanup and enhancement programs. We...
Priorities for RMC Lower LA River Grants: 1. Ecosystems and watershed protection and restoration projects 2. Expand access to diverse populations 3. High-need project implementation 4. Implementation of projects congruent with the Lower LA River Revitalization Plan In certain years, the annual state budget has allocated General Funds directly to the RMC. These funds have been incorporated into the Non-Bond Priority Grant Program. The major funding priorities are described below. Lower LA River: The Lower Los Angeles River program area encompasses 1.5 miles on each side of the river’s lower 19-miles , from the City of Vernon to the City of Long Beach. The Lower Los Angeles River Revitalization Plan(LLARRP) describes opportunities for improving the environment of the Lower Los Angeles...
Priorities for RMC Wildfire Prevention Grant Program: 1. Protect and expand native forests/wildlands; 2. Support communities in increasing their resilience to wildfire and improving fire safety; 3. Promote sustainable land use; 4. Promote investment in wildlands management and workforce development; 5. Protect cultural resources vulnerable to wildfire. Funding for projects will fall under three main categories: San Gabriel Mountains and Foothills Fire Prevention Planning and Management: Projects under this category will serve mainly the San Gabriel Mountains and Foothills. Work may include invasive species management and fuel break maintenance in the Angeles National Forest, fuel modification of open spaces in foothill communities, or protection of tribal cultural resources from...
Priorities for RMC Prop 1 Grants: 1. Ecosystems and watershed protection and restoration projects 2. Expand access to diverse populations 3. High-need project implementation Proposition 1 allocation to the RMC is pursuant to Chapter 6 Protecting Rivers, Lakes, Streams, Coastal Waters and Watersheds and sets forth thirteen specific purposes and all grant funds must achieve at least four or more of the following objectives in order to receive funds: 1. Protect and increase the economic benefits arising from healthy watersheds, fishery resources and instream flow. 2. Implement watershed adaptation projects in order to reduce the impacts of climate change on communities and ecosystems. 3. Restore river parkways throughout the state, including but not limited to projects pursuant to the...
Priorities for RMC Prop 1 LLAR (Lower LA River) Grants: 1. Ecosystems and watershed protection and restoration projects, 2. Protect and Enhance the LA River 2. Expand access to diverse populations, 4. High-need project implementation RMC’s LLAR Grants are specific to the Lower LA River corridor, considered within 1.5 miles of the main stem or tributary of the Lower LA River. Projects should be consistent with the Lower LA River Revitalization Plan. Proposition 1 allocation to the RMC is pursuant to Chapter 6 Protecting Rivers, Lakes, Streams, Coastal Waters and Watersheds and sets forth thirteen specific purposes and all grant funds must achieve at least four or more of the following objectives in order to receive funds: 1. Protect and increase the economic benefits arising from...
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. RMC Proposition 68 Project Goals and Objectives: Create, expand, and/or improve public open space throughout the region by improving water quality supply, create, enhance or improve a reliable water supply and/or restore an important species and habitat Improve access to open space and low impact recreation for all communities and promote healthy lifestyles Improve habitat quality, quantity, and connectivity through creation, enhancement, preservation, and restoration Connect open space with a network of trails, accessible as appropriate to the site Promote stewardship of the...
Through this round of Elevate Youth California funding (Cohort 6), the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is making approximately $48 million available to community-based, tribal, and county behavioral health organizations throughout California to expand youth and young adult substance use prevention through policy, systems, and environmental change. Elevate Youth California is a DHCS statewide program addressing substance use disorder by investing in youth leadership and activism for youth of color and 2S/LGBTQ+ youth ages 12 to 26 living in communities disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs. This statewide program provides funding and technical assistance for organizations proposing to implement programs that empower youth to be community leaders and create positive...
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program provides assistance to civil engineers in solving a variety of engineering challenges using Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA), which is produced from shredded tires, is lightweight, free-draining, and a less expensive alternative to conventional aggregates. Eligible Projects: Projects generally fall into one of five categories (see TDA Uses for more complete descriptions): Category 1: Mechanically Stabilized TDA (retaining walls). Category 2: Low Impact Development (storm water mitigation including storm water infiltration galleries). Category 3: Lightweight fill (slope stabilization, embankment...
The primary objective of this program is to provide funding to counties, cities, districts, and regional transportation agencies in which voters have approved fees or taxes dedicated solely to transportation improvements or that have imposed fees, including uniform developer fees, dedicated solely to transportation improvements. The primary objective of this program is to provide funding to counties, cities, districts, and regional transportation agencies in which voters have approved fees or taxes dedicated solely to transportation improvements or that have imposed fees, including uniform developer fees, dedicated solely to transportation improvements [as defined by Government Code Section 8879.67(b)]. Consistent with the intent behind Senate Bill 1, the Commission intends this program...
The purpose of the Trade Corridor Enhancement Program is to provide funding for infrastructure improvements on federally designated Trade Corridors of National and Regional Significance, on California's portion of the National Highway Freight Network, as identified in California Freight Mobility Plan, and along other corridors that have a high volume of freight movement. Eligible applicants apply for program funds through the nomination of projects. All projects nominated must be identified in a currently adopted regional transportation plan. The Commission is required to evaluate and select submitted applications based on the following criteria: Freight System Factors – Throughput, Velocity, and Reliability;Transportation System Factors – Safety, Congestion Reduction/Mitigation, Key...
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. Regional transportation planning agencies, county transportation commissions and Caltrans are eligible to apply for program funds through the nomination of projects. All projects nominated must be identified in a currently adopted regional transportation plan and an existing comprehensive corridor plan. The Commission is required to score and select submitted applications based on the following criteria: Safety;Congestion;Accessibility;Economic development, job creation and retention;Air pollution and greenhouse gas emission reductions;Efficient land use;Level of matching...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has established a competitive grant program, to support and advance the recovery and rehabilitation of injured, sick, or orphaned wildlife, and conservation education. Funds may be used to support facility and home-based operations, improvements and/or innovation in wildlife rehabilitation techniques (e.g., animal care, enclosure design, behavioral enrichment; post-release monitoring), and conservation education. Funds may not be used for incentives (e.g., raffles, donations), fundraising (e.g., financial campaigns, gift solicitation), or hospitality (e.g., accommodations, alcohol, entertainment).
Bridge to Recovery for Adult Day Services:Covid 19 Mitigation and Resilience Grant Program (Round 2)
closedTo combat senior isolation and to improve the health, safety, and well-being of vulnerable seniors and individuals with disabilities through safe access to vital services. The CDA seeks to support facilities in increasing the number of participants attending in-center services. This program will provide one-time COVID-19 mitigation and resilience grant funding to continue to help create safe and healthy person-centered environments. Facilities may apply for funds for one or multiple eligible purposes and for one or multiple sites (if applicable).The Bridge to Recovery grant is designed to help providers of in-center congregate services provide a safe, healthy, and person-centered environment for older adults and people with disabilities. Providers can spend funds on facilities and...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funds projects that enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops. The SCBGP is designed to support all sectors of California's specialty crop industry and improve the performance of California specialty crops within local, domestic, national, and international markets. Funding and Duration: Grant amounts for the conventional program range from $100,000 to $500,000. The maximum grant duration is two (2) years, eight (8) months, and grant funds cannot be expended before November 1, 2025, or after June 30, 2028. Projects submitted through the Additional Assistance for Historically Underrepresented Organizations (Additional Assistance) Program will range from $100,000 to...
The California State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) increases the number of primary care physicians, dentists, dental hygienists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives, pharmacists, and mental/behavioral health providers practicing in federally designated California Health Professional Shortage Areas. California State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants from selected medical disciplines for the maximum award amount of $50,000 for a two full-time or $25,000 for a two-year half-time service commitment in a California Health Professional Shortage Area or in a Federally Qualified Health Center. Practice sites must meet SLRP site eligibility requirements in order for the providers, working at that site, to qualify for SLRP.
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery offers the Beverage Container Recycling Grant Program pursuant to Section 14581(a)(4) of the Public Resources Code. The purpose of the grant is to issue up to $1,500,000 annually in the form of grants for beverage container recycling and litter reduction programs to promote increased recycling of beverage containers throughout California and reduce beverage container litter in the waste stream. CalRecycle is seeking projects that implement new programs or enhance existing programs to provide convenient beverage container recycling opportunities in various locations statewide. Eligible projects include:• Multi-family residential dwellings (five units or more).• Public colleges/universities, non-profit colleges/universities, and public K-12...
The primary objective of this funding opportunity is to expand the availability of MUs and MNTPs, to increase MOUD access for rural areas, justice-involved populations, Indigenous and Native communities, patients without transportation, and areas that do not have a Narcotic Treatment Program (NTP) within close proximity to patients in need of NTP services. MUs and MNTPs expand access to medications for opioid use disorder treatment (MOUD, also known as MAT), including buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone, to patients unable to travel to an NTP due to lack of geographic proximity or other factors. On June 28, 2021, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) released new rules allowing DEA-registered Opioid Treatment Programs (NTPs in California) to establish and operate MNTPs...
The CalCRG program awards grants to Local Health Departments and qualified Community-based Nonprofit Organizations to support job placement, mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, system navigation services, legal services to address barriers to reentry, and linkages to medical care for communities disproportionately affected by past federal and state drug policies, also known as the War on Drugs. The California Community Reinvestment Grants program was included in the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (Proposition 64), which was approved by California voters on November 8, 2016. In accordance with the proposition, the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) will award grants to Local Health Departments and at least 50 percent to qualified...
The Farm & Ranch Solid Waste Clean Up & Abatement Grant program offers financial support to address the cleanup & prevention of illegal dumping on properties designated for agricultural purposes, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Each FY, there are 4 application cycles, & this is the first one. CalRecycle administers this program in accordance with Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code. The project sites eligible for the grant must be located on 'farm and ranch' property, encompassing both private and public land, where the owner is not held responsible for the illegal disposal. The definition of 'farm and ranch' property can be found in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees are given approximately two years to complete the project(s)...
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies. The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies for conducting Minor Decoy operations, Shoulder Tap operations, IMPACT inspections, Holiday Enforcement, and a vast variety of enforcement programs. ABC will continue offering free on-site and online Licensee Education...
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 State. The USRP funds projects and provides technical assistance to restore streams impacted by urban development to a more natural state The USRP goals include: (1) protecting, enhancing, and restoring the natural, ecological value of streams; (2) preventing future property damage caused by flooding and bank erosion; (3) promoting community involvement, education, and riverine stewardship. A major objective of the USRP is to bring people together around projects that foster community relationships while ensuring the community’s interests are...
The American Indian/Alaska Native youth are more likely to use e-cigarettes and almost twice as likely to be frequent users of e-cigarettes than high school students overall; 47.3% of American Indian/Alaska Native high school students reported past 30-day use of “electronic vapor products” including e-cigarettes compared to 32.7% of high school students overall. The purpose of this grant award process is to enable American Indian Education Centers (AIEC), funded by the California Department of Education (CDE) under California Education Code (EC) sections 33380-84, to implement supplemental prevention education, intervention, and cessation programs, and youth development programs directed at the reduction of commercial tobacco use among youths. The proposed programs must: Implement...
The purpose of the SG Program is to assist agencies of the State of California address cybersecurity risks and threats to information systems, and improve security of critical infrastructure and resilience of the services these entities provide to their communities.
The purpose of the SL Program is to assist local governments, including school districts and special districts, and federally recognized tribes address cybersecurity risks and threats to information systems, and improve security of critical infrastructure and resilience of the services these entities provide to their communities.
This Request for Applications is to solicit applications from eligible Tribal Groups or Incorporated American Indian Associations for grants to Tribal Groups or Incorporated American Indian Associations for grants to operate American Indian Education Centers authorized by sections 33370 and 33380–33385 of the California Education Code (EC). The purpose of this Request for Applications (RFA) is to solicit applications from eligible Tribal Groups or Incorporated American Indian Associations for grants to operate American Indian Education Centers (AIEC) authorized by sections 33370 and 33380–33385 of the California Education Code (EC). It is anticipated that the Budget Act will allocate approximately $5.1 million for the fiscal year (FY) 2024-25. The California Department of Education (CDE)...
To promote safer, more sustainable pest management practices in California, the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) annually funds Alliance projects that promote or increase the implementation, expansion, and/or adoption of effective, proven, and affordable integrated pest management (IPM) systems or practices that reduce risks to human health and the environment in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. DPR's Alliance Grants Program supports projects that promote or increase the implementation, expansion, or adoption of effective, proven, and affordable integrated pest management (IPM) systems or practices that reduce risks to human health and the environment in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. Projects should focus on reducing impacts to human health or the...
To promote safer, more sustainable pest management practices in California, the Department of Pesticide Regulation's (DPR) Research Grants Program provides funding to advance integrated pest management (IPM) knowledge in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. Projects should focus on reducing impacts to public health or the environment from pesticides of high regulatory interest. DPR's Research Grants Program supports projects that seek to advance integrated pest management (IPM) knowledge in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. Projects should focus on reducing impacts to public health or the environment from pesticides of high regulatory interest. Summaries of previously funded Research Grants Program projects can be found on the Research Grants webpage. The 2025 Research...
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies. The Alcoholic Beverage Control will sub-contractor outreach, awareness, and education as key factors in reducing (and ultimately eliminating) crash fatalities caused by drunk and impaired driving. Working with a network of community partners, including law enforcement, schools and educators, coalition groups, and through the support of local businesses, the sub-contractor will educate and inform community members across the state of the risks and consequences of drunk and impaired driving. This...
The purpose of the CSNSGP is to provide funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk for violent attacks and hate crimes due to ideology, beliefs, or mission. Restricted to California nonprofit organizations that are described under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (IRC) and exempt from tax under Section 501(a) of such code. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) does not require certain organizations such as churches, mosques, and synagogues to apply for and receive recognition of exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRC. Such organizations are automatically exempt if they meet the requirements of Section 501(c)(3).
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund “Applied Research and Development” (AR&D) and “Technology Demonstration and Deployment” (TD&D) projects that enable successful clean energy entrepreneurship across California by competitively awarding funding for the most promising energy technologies that have previously received an award from an eligible California Energy Commission (CEC) program or United States federal agency. Bringing Rapid Innovation Development to Green Energy (BRIDGE) 2024 seeks to 1) help start-up companies minimize the time between when their successful publicly-funded project ends and new public funding becomes available; and 2) mobilize more early-stage capital in the clean energy space by providing non-dilutive, matching investments in promising clean energy...
The Song-Brown Program funds institutions that train primary care doctors to provide health care in California’s medically underserved areas. Awardees shall use the funding to expand primary care services. The funding will support Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), and Pediatric residency programs. Keywords: funding, graduate medical education funding, residency funding, family medicine, internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatric
The purpose of the grant is to promote markets for Rubberized Asphalt Concrete (RAC) products with crumb rubber derived from only California-generated waste tires. The program is designed to encourage first-time or limited users of rubberized pavement in two project types: RAC Hot-Mix and Rubberized Chip Seal. Eligible Projects An application may include rubberized pavement (hot-mix and chip seal) projects for roadways, Class 1 bikeways [as defined in Streets and Highways Code section 890.4(a)], greenways, and disability access at parks. A greenway is a travel corridor for pedestrians, bicycles, non-motorized vehicle transportation, recreation, or a combination thereof, located along natural landscape features, such as an urban watercourse. State agencies are eligible only for...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for the local governments in implementing safe Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) programs for collection, public education, source reduction, reuse, and/or recycling of HHW. This grant cycle has been designed for smaller projects that complement existing and/or regional HHW programs in California. Grant applications must include one or more of the following types of projects: HHW public education and outreach for general audiences (may include extended producer responsibility [EPR] information).Implementation of sustainable EPR collection opportunities, to include but not limited to: (1) Promotion of an ongoing retail take-back program such as batteries or fluorescent lamps at...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for the local governments in implementing safe Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) programs for collection, public education, source reduction, reuse, and/or recycling of HHW. This competitive grant offering is designed to fund construction projects that establish new or expand existing HHW programs in California. HHW construction projects do not qualify for CalRecycle grant funding unless they are past the design phase of the project and are prepared for construction (shovel ready). Applicants must have completed proper site analysis, conceptual design and most of the local approval processes. The permitting, licensing and siting approval process must be well underway. Applicants...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP) awards competitive grants to California dairy and livestock operations for the implementation of manure management technologies and practices other than dairy digesters that result in long-term methane emission reductions and maximize environmental benefits. The Budget Act of 2022 (SB 154, Chapter 43) appropriated $48 million from the California State Budget to CDFA for methane emissions reductions from dairy and livestock operations, which was split evenly for distribution through the Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP) and the Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP). In addition, the Budget as amended by Assembly Bill 179 (Ting, Chapter 249) appropriated $20...
2024 Dairy Plus Program
closedThe California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) 2024 Dairy Plus Program will award competitive grants to California dairy farms for the implementation of advanced manure management practices that address both methane emissions and nutrient surplus. The Dairy Plus Program will make approximately $58 million available to support the implementation of advanced manure management practices. The 2024 Dairy Plus Program will provide supplemental funding opportunities for projects in the 2024 Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP), the 2024 Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP), and previously awarded in progress and completed AMMP or DDRDP projects. Projects proposing advanced manure management practices must go beyond the usual GHG emission reductions and...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP), awards competitive grants to California dairy operations and digester developers for the implementation of dairy digesters that result in long-term methane emission reductions on California dairies and minimize or mitigate adverse environmental impacts. The Budget Act of 2022 (Senate Bill 154, Chapter 43) appropriated $48 million from the California State Budget to CDFA for methane emissions reductions from dairy and livestock operations, which was distributed through the DDRDP and the Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP). CDFA awarded half of these appropriations for the 2023 grant solicitation; the expected remaining funds from the appropriations to be made...
Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery Multifamily Housing Program (DR-MHP) Round One
closedProvides loans to eligible entities seeking to develop affordable multifamily rental housing in the counties of Butte, Fresno, Los Angeles, Napa, Santa Cruz, Shasta, Siskiyou, Solano, and Sonoma to aid in their recovery from the fire disasters that occurred in California in 2020, and in the cities of Malibu, Agoura Hills and Calabasas, pursuant to State CDBG-2018 Disaster Recovery Action Plan Non-Substantial Amendment Number 5. The CDBG-DR MHP Round One NOFA provides low-interest loans to eligible entities seeking to develop new construction of affordable multifamily rental housing in the counties of Butte, Fresno, Los Angeles, Napa, Santa Cruz, Shasta, Siskiyou, Solano, and Sonoma to aid in their recovery from the fire disasters that occurred in California in 2020, and in the cities of...
Passed in March 2024, Proposition 1 includes Behavioral Health Services Act (SB 326) and the Behavioral Health Infrastructure Bond Act of 2024 (BHIBA) (AB 531). BHIBA is a $6.38B general obligation bond to develop behavioral health treatment facilities and supportive housing for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use disorders. Of the total amount, DHCS will award up to $4.4 billion in bond funding for BHCIP competitive grants. Bond BHCIP Round 1: Launch Ready grant funding of up to $3.3 billion will be available to construct, acquire, and rehabilitate real estate assets to expand the continuum of behavioral health treatment and service resources for Californians in this round of Bond BHCIP funding. Of these funds, $1.5 billion of competitive grant funding will be...
The objective of this grant program is to award grants to nonprofit organizations, cities, counties, cities and counties, districts, state agencies, and departments; and, to the extent permitted by federal law, to federal agencies to support environmental enhancement projects located within or immediately adjacent to waters of the state The California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Office of Spill Prevention and Response (CDFW‐OSPR) is seeking grant applications to help fund projects that enhance, restore, or acquire habitat for wildlife, with available funding totaling $5,000,000. These grant funds come from CDFW-OSPR’s Environmental Enhancement Fund (EEF), which acquires funds from spill violations in accordance with California’s Lempert-Keene-Seastrand Oil Spill Prevention and...
The International Affairs and Trade unit at the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) is excited to announce the launch of our Export Training Program RFP, which will offer competitive grants ranging from $20,000 to $200,000 to service providers to develop or scale export training programs and curricula. Please see the full Request for Proposals (RFP) at CaleProcure Event ID:0000032048 The Budget Act of 2022 (Senate Bill 178, Skinner) and Government Code section 12100.140 et seq. established an Export Training program within GO-Biz. The program is one-time funding for competitive grants to service providers to develop or scale export training programs and curricula. Respondents to this Request for Proposal (“RFP”) must demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and...
The Steven M. Thompson Physician Corps Loan Repayment Program (STLRP) was established in 2003 to increase access to healthcare and promote the retention of primary care physicians in medically underserved areas (MUAs) of California who provide direct patient care. The Steven M. Thompson Physician Corps Loan Repayment Program (STLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing as a physician for loan repayment of up to $105,000 in exchange for a 36-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.
The licensed Mental Health Services Provider Education Program (LMH) increases the number of appropriately trained mental healthcare professionals providing direct client care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Licensed Mental Health Services Provider Education Program (LMH) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing in an eligible mental health profession for loan repayment of up to $15,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct client care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.
The Bachelor of Science Nursing Loan Repayment Program (BSNLRP) increases the number of appropriately trained registered nurses providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Bachelor of Science Nursing Loan Repayment Program (BSNLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing as a registered nurse for loan repayment of up to $15,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.
The Licensed Vocational Nurse Loan Repayment Program (LVNLRP) increases the number of appropriately trained licensed vocational nurses providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Licensed Vocational Nurse Loan Repayment Program (LVNLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing as a vocational nurse for loan repayment of up to $8,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.
The Inspiration Grants opportunity provides Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funding for California libraries that are inspired to implement projects outside of the State Library’s other funding opportunities. Inspiration Grants provide funding for projects that may not fit within the bounds of the other grants offered by the State Library and/or for ideas that are generated outside of other funding opportunity application timeframes. Are you inspired to submit a grant application to the State Library? Do you have an idea or project you’ve been waiting to implement that: Addresses community needs and aligns with community aspirations?Supports improvement, innovation, and experimentation in library services?Can be completed by June 30, 2024? If so, then this opportunity might...
The principal goal of this program is to provide grants to Local Housing Trust Funds established by cities and counties, Native American Tribes, and incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to increase the supply of housing to households with incomes of 80 percent or less of area median income. Program Funds awarded under this NOFA shall be used to provide construction loans and/or permanent financing loans at simple interest rates of no higher than three percent per annum, for payment of predevelopment costs, acquisition, construction, or rehabilitation as well as to construct, convert, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and/or repair Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) or Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs). Eligible activitiesPursuant to Guidelines, Section 105, the LHTF funds shall be...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund a single research hub administrator who will establish the Industrial, Agricultural, and Water Research and Deployment Hub (IAW FlexHub or Hub) and convene leading research teams to demonstrate and deploy demand flexibility technology solutions for the industrial, agricultural, and water (IAW) sectors. Demand flexibility refers to comprehensive programs and strategies that align electricity consumption with dynamic grid conditions. These can include both event-based demand response (DR) and load shifting strategies. Accelerating demand flexibility is a key strategy for California to reliably and affordably reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and meet the state’s climate and clean energy goals. In May 2023, CEC announced a statewide load shift...
This grant is ONLY open to the five Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Networks in California. This is NOT a grant for small businesses. This funding is for the Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) in the Northern CA, Central CA, Los Angeles, Orange County Inland Empire, and San Diego and Imperial regions to support their efforts to help small businesses access capital. $3 million is provided each year for Small Business Development Centers' local cash match funding. Funding is designated to support SBDC networks to help small businesses in California access capital. Funding is only available to the five small business development center networks in California. This is NOT a grant for small businesses.
This grant is ONLY open to Small Business Technical Assistance Centers. This is NOT a grant to small businesses. TAP seeks to expand consulting and training to small businesses entrepreneurs. Funding is for new or enhanced consulting and training services to small businesses. Applicants must provide match funding in the form of federal or private funding to conduct technical assistance to small businesses. Please see RFP for more information. This grant is ONLY open to Small Business Technical Assistance Centers. This is NOT a grant to small businesses. Program Background: California is home to a range of small business technical assistance centers (“Centers”) that provide free or low-cost one-on-one, confidential consulting and training to help small businesses and entrepreneurs...
The California Advanced Services Fund Broadband Adoption Account provides grants that will increase publicly available or after-school broadband access and digital inclusion, such as grants for digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption. The California Public Utilities Commission will give preference to programs and projects in communities with demonstrated low broadband access, including low-income communities, senior citizen communities, and communities facing socioeconomic barriers to broadband adoption. Eligible Projects: Digital Literacy Projects- Digital inclusion projects may include digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption, including low-income communities...
The basis of the California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Broadband Public Housing Account is to provide grants and loans to finance projects to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities. The CASF Broadband Public Housing Account provides grants and loans to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities including, but not limited to, publicly supported housing developments, farmworker housing, and other housing developments or mobile home parks with low-income residents that do not have access to any broadband service provider that offers free broadband service that meets or exceeds state standards for the residents of the low-income community. The allocated funding for the Broadband...
The goal of CDFA's Proactive IPM Solutions program is to anticipate which exotic pests are likely to arrive in California and/or spread from isolated local populations and to develop and test low impact management strategies that can be quickly implemented if these pests become established in the state. This program develops and tests IPM strategies to control one of the target pests identified by CDFA in the RFP. The IPM program could be quickly implemented once the invasive pest becomes established in California. It is a priority to first utilize and adapt existing knowledge and technology that may exist outside of California. Additionally, the focus is on targets suitable for long-term IPM control. Pests that are typically successfully eradicated, such as certain fruit flies, will not...
CDFW seeks high quality grant proposals that facilitate environmental sustainability of legal cannabis cultivation and addresses environmental impacts related to cannabis cultivation. Grants are provided through the Environmental Restoration and Protection Account pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code section 34019(f)(2)(A). The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Cannabis Restoration Grant Program (CRGP) is seeking Research and Innovation proposals from eligible applicants to evaluate environmental conditions and impacts relative to cannabis cultivation; produce resources for ecological and environmentally sound cultivation practices; facilitate environmental sustainability of legal cannabis cultivation; and overall, address environmental impacts related to cannabis...
To fund applied research and development and technology demonstration and deployment projects that will advance short- to long-duration stationary energy storage technologies. The development and advancement of these technologies is critical to establish a robust portfolio of energy storage that enables a more nimble grid to maintain reliability and accelerate the deployment of renewables as California transitions to 100 percent clean energy. This solicitation will enable more strategic and high-value implementation of energy storage in transmission, distribution, and customer domains to support grid reliability and achievement of clean energy policy goals. Additionally, it will support demonstrations that benefit historically under-resourced communities at risk of being left behind in...
Provides funding to construct or improve infrastructure used by transient recreational vessels 26 feet or more in length. The Boating Infrastructure Grant program is designed to provide infrastructure and services for recreational boats 26 feet or more in length. Goals of the program include: 1. enhance access to recreational, historic, cultural and scenic resources; 2. strengthen community ties to the water’s edge and economic benefits; 3. promote public/private partnerships and entrepreneurial opportunities; 4. provide continuity of public access to the shore; and 5. promote awareness of transient boating opportunities.
The purpose of the program is to strengthen the district’s instructional program and improve the academic achievement and self-concept of American Indian students in California’s schools. The goal will be achieved through the development and testing of unique education projects designed to increase student competence and encourage participation of American Indian parents, families and the community in the design and implementation of the program. The AIECE grant program was established to improve and support the cultural and linguistic responsiveness of the educational opportunities of young American Indian (AI) children across the California education system. This grant program provides funding for local educational agencies (LEAs) with a concentration of at least 10 percent AI students...
Youth Community Access is a program supporting youth access to natural and cultural resources with a focus on low-income and disadvantaged communities including, but not limited to, community education and recreational amenities to support youth substance use prevention and early intervention. California voters passed the Control, Regulate and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (Proposition 64) on November 8, 2016, which legalized the recreational sale and use of cannabis to people over the age of 21 and levied new excise taxes on the cultivation and retail sale of all state-regulated cannabis. Proposition 64 created the Youth Education, Prevention, Early Intervention and Treatment Account (YEPEITA) into which the State Controller deposits 60 percent (60%) of the tax revenues from marijuana...
Provide education and awareness about the proper disposal of boat sewage Provides education to promote public awareness about boat sewage, its proper disposal, as well as tracking and monitoring use of existing pumpouts and dump stations along California’s waterways.
The goal of the Biologically Integrated Farming Systems grant program is to provide outreach of innovative, biologically integrated plant-based farming systems that reduce chemical pesticide inputs. Projects from this program should demonstrate IPM-based alternative pest management options that focus on economical and efficacious biological and cultural pest management techniques that allow growers to maintain yields and quality. The focus of this RFP is to help growers transition away from non-selective, biologicallydisruptive pesticides, especially those of high regulatory concern. The BIFS program supportsthe demonstration, refinement, and outreach of SPM-based farming systems that areeconomically viable and protective of human health and the environment. All aspects of thefarming...
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program provides assistance to civil engineers in solving a variety of engineering challenges using Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA), which is produced from shredded tires, is lightweight, free-draining, and a less expensive alternative to conventional aggregates. Eligible Projects: Projects generally fall into one of five categories (see TDA Uses for more complete descriptions): Category 1: Mechanically Stabilized TDA (retaining walls). Category 2: Low Impact Development (storm water mitigation including storm water infiltration galleries). Category 3: Lightweight fill (slope stabilization, embankment...
The Tire Incentive Program (TIP) provides a reimbursement (as an incentive payment program) to eligible businesses that use (recycled) crumb rubber in eligible products or substitute crumb rubber for virgin rubber, plastic, or other raw materials in products. The program’s goal is to increase demand for crumb rubber and promote higher value products. Eligible applicants include: • Manufacturers that produce (or will produce) an eligible product.• Waste tire processors that also manufacture an eligible product.• Manufacturers of devulcanized rubber.• Rubber compounders.• Manufacturers of calendered rubber sheeting products.• Manufacturers that produce products on a contract basis for other companies provided they have that other company’s written permission to produce an eligible...
The DOGWF ETA PY 23-24 awardee will be responsible for providing technical assistance and evaluation for DOGWF PY 23-24 program awardees as they pioneer initiatives that guide displaced oil and gas workers into new jobs and career trajectories. The mission extends beyond singular sectors, committed to securing stable, well-compensated, and gratifying roles for these workers across diverse industries. The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $1 million in California State General Funds for the Evaluation and Technical Assistance (ETA) for the Displaced Oil and Gas Worker Fund (DOGWF). The DOGWF ETA PY 23-24 awardee will be responsible for providing evaluation and...
California Small Agricultural Business Drought & Flood Relief Grant Program (Drought Group 3)
closedThe California Small Agricultural Business Drought & Flood Relief Grant Program will provide relief to small agricultural businesses that experienced a decline in annual gross receipts or gross profits due to drought or flood conditions. Drought Group 3 funds will be allocated to qualified small agricultural businesses that did not file their 2022 tax returns until 2024. Grant funds for this program are for small agricultural businesses that have been financially impacted by severe drought and/or flooding in the State of California and will be disbursed in the following groups for awards of up to $100,000. Drought Groups: • Drought Group 3 funds will be allocated to qualified small agricultural businesses that do not file their 2022 tax returns until 2024 (application opens in 2024). ...
The purpose is to ensure funds generated by the sales of upland game bird hunting validations and stamps are used in programs and projects to benefit upland game bird species and their constituents. CDFW may make grants to, reimburse, or enter into contracts or other agreements, as defined in subdivision (a) of Section 1571, with public and private entities, including universities, nonprofit organizations, and California Native American tribes, as defined in Section 21073 of the Public Resources Code, for the use of the funds from the Upland Game Bird Account to carry out the purposes of Fish and Game Code §3684, including related habitat conservation projects. Any proposal fitting the criteria in this statue is qualified to be funded.
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) was appropriated $5 million from the California Beverage Container Recycling Fund to support workforce development from AB179. The goal of the Program is to provide employment and training opportunities for a new workforce to provide California Consumers with convenient opportunities to redeem California Redemption Value (CRV). Private entities must be authorized to conduct business in the State of California, by either being registered with the California Secretary of State as a business located in California, being registered as a foreign (out–of–state or out–of–country) business or processing a business license issued by a California city, county, or city and county. Private, non-profit entities, in addition to being...
The California Education Learning Lab is pleased to announce two grant opportunities to promote AI-integrated innovation in teaching and learning at California Community Colleges, and California State University and University of California campuses. Funding opportunities will help position California public higher education faculty as thought leaders and changemakers in the intersection between AI and education. Eligibility: University of California, California State University, California Community Colleges AI Grand ChallengeLeveraging AI for Teaching and LearningAI Grand will support large-scale projects that empower faculty to be leaders in the development of AI use, understanding, and capability and enhance teaching and learning outcomes through intersegmental partnerships. •...
The Farm & Ranch Solid Waste Clean Up & Abatement Grant program offers financial support to address the cleanup & prevention of illegal dumping on properties designated for agricultural purposes, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Each FY, there are 4 application cycles, & this is the first one. CalRecycle administers this program in accordance with Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code. The project sites eligible for the grant must be located on 'farm and ranch' property, encompassing both private and public land, where the owner is not held responsible for the illegal disposal. The definition of 'farm and ranch' property can be found in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees are given approximately two years to complete the project(s)...
To provide grants to local governments, which will be awarded for eligible project activities including the following: · Community building decarbonization planning. · Municipal building decarbonization planning. · Advancing municipal operations to support building decarbonization. · Developing local codes, ordinances, and voluntary decarbonization measures. · Building decarbonization related workforce development activities. The United States Department of Energy’s (DOE) Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) program was originally created by the Federal Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 and expanded under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). New funding wBIL as allocated to the program in 2021 under the Infrastructure Investment and...
The Natural Community Conservation Planning Local Assistance Grant (NCCP LAG) Program is intended to assist local public agencies, tribes, and non-profit organizations with the highest priority tasks needed to implement NCCPs. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife seeks proposals for highest priority projects associated with the implementation of an NCCP. The intention of this Proposal Solicitation Package (PSP) is to solicit proposals of the highest quality that are consistent with the goals of the NCCP Program. To help achieve this intention, the PSP provides guidance on Applicant eligibility, the grant process and deadlines, and application and submission procedures. Proposals must address the highest priority tasks associated with the implementation of an NCCP such as: ...
The purposes of this solicitation are to support the adoption of clean, dispatchable generation in California and reduce the reliance on fossil-based technologies while providing reliable power for critical infrastructure. By deploying clean, dispatchable generation technologies and producing hydrogen for electricity generation, this solicitation can benefit California's communities, workforce, air quality, and natural environments. This solicitation presents an opportunity to shift towards on-site clean, dispatchable generation technologies, addressing the evolving generation mix and ensuring an ample supply of resources to meet the demands of critical facilities during the net peak period while maintaining system reliability. These technologies are well-suited to ensure a reliable and...
Zip Books Program 2024-2025
closedThe purpose of the Zip Books program is to provide patrons with speedy access to materials they might not otherwise be able to get through the library, without the long wait times often associated with ILL requests. Under the Zip Books program, patrons request books that the library does not own. The library then orders the book from Amazon, and the book is shipped directly to the patron’s home. When the patron is finished with the book, the book is returned to the library and added to the collection.
The Equity, Engagement, and Education (EEE) Grant Account Cycle 2 will award grants up to $200,000 for the purposes of building CBO, Tribal, and community capacity to understand and engage with CPUC decision-making processes. This will enable CBOs and Tribes to have more influence over clean energy programs and support making these programs more accessible to their served communities. Applicants for the Equity, Engagement, and Education (EEE) Grant Account Cycle 2 must demonstrate a track record of advocating for their Tribe or community. The selected recipients of the EEE Grant Account will exhibit a history of promoting their Tribe or community. The EEE Grant Account will cover the following activities: 1. Community involvement and outreach related to CPUC proceedings.2. Employing...
Achieving a significant reduction in fatalities and serious injuries on all local public roads. The Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP), codified as Section 148 of Title 23, United States Code (23 U.S.C §148), is a core federal-aid program to States for the purpose of achieving a significant reduction in fatalities and serious injuries on all public roads. The Division of Local Assistance (DLA) manages California's local agency share of HSIP funds. California's Local HSIP focuses on infrastructure projects with nationally recognized crash reduction factors (CRFs). Local HSIP projects must be identified on the basis of crash experience, crash potential, crash rate, or other data-supported means.
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. To provide regulatory oversight activities and services to implement its responsibilities during the environmental investigation and cleanup activities associated with the facilitation of environmentally sound reuse of military bases in California.
Work collaboratively with the CCEE, the department, and other lead agencies in the system of support to advance the purpose of the system of support specified in subdivision (b) of Section 52059.5. The Equity Leads were established in 2023 under Senate Bill 114, Section 79 (Chapter 48 of the Statutes of 2023) as part of the California Statewide System of Support as a key lead initiative, with a $2 million annual investment. The Equity Leads will partner with local educational agencies (LEAs) to identify barriers to opportunities implementations and services to meet the identified needs of all pupils, including by addressing disparities in opportunities and academic outcomes. Additionally, Equity Leads will identify existing resources (including support for educator preparation...
The purpose of this grant funding opportunity (Solicitation) is to award three regional administrators (Recipients) with funding to implement the Equitable Building Decarbonization (EBD) Direct Install Program. The program will be administered separately in Northern, Central, and Southern California to better ensure a broad distribution of funds. The Recipients will implement the program in their awarded region to install energy-efficient electric appliances, energy efficiency measures, and related upgrades directly to low-income households living in single-family, multifamily, and manufactured homes in underresourced communities. Applications are required to (1) include community-based organizations (CBOs) for culturally appropriate outreach, education, and support for participating...
The Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) was created by Senate Bill 862 and modified by Senate Bill 9 to provide grants from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) to fund transformative capital improvements that will modernize California’s intercity, commuter, and urban rail systems, and bus and ferry transit systems, to significantly reduce emissions of greenhouse gases vehicle miles traveled, and congestion. The TIRCP was created to fund transformative capital improvements that modernize California’s intercity rail, bus (including feeder buses to intercity rail services, as well as vanpool and micro transit services that are eligible to report as public transit to the Federal Transit Administration), ferry, and rail transit systems (collectively referred to as transit...
The purpose of this grant offered through the Office of the Attorney General, California Department of Justice Tobacco Grant Program is to promote a healthier California by reducing illegal sales and marketing of cigarettes and tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, to minors and youth. DOJ’s Tobacco Grant Program application process is highly competitive. In accordance with Proposition 56, funds will be awarded to applicants demonstrating strong capacity to support and/or hire enforcement officers for activities specifically aimed at reducing the illegal retail sales and/or marketing of tobacco products to minors/ youth. PRIORITY ACTIVITIES CONSIDERED Priority activities include but are not limited to: • Enforcing state tobacco laws and local ordinances, including the statewide...
The COVID-19 Mitigation Project funding opportunity will prevent, prepare for and respond to the COVID-19 public health emergency and ensure the continuity of services to support individuals connected to the behavioral health system. The project will particularly focus on people engaged in mental health or substance use disorder care. This funding opportunity is available to public and private nonprofit California licensed, certified or otherwise qualified substance use and/or mental health disorder providers, county and Tribal-based providers, crisis care mobile unit programs, community health centers, Federally Qualified Health Centers, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics, harm reduction service providers, recovery residences, transitional housing facilities, homeless...
The purpose of the Program is to fund Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Programs in California to provide more children in foster care with a CASA volunteer who will advocate for the services and support needed by children who have experienced abuse and neglect. The purpose of the Program is to fund CASA Programs in California to provide more children in foster care with a CASA volunteer who will advocate for the services and support needed by children who have experienced abuse and neglect.
The principal goal of this program is to provides grants to Non-entitlement Local Governments in California to assist persons experiencing or At risk of homelessness and investments that increase the supply of housing to households with incomes of 60 percent or less of area median income. The non-Entitlement competitive grant program component prioritizes assistance to persons experiencing or At risk of homelessness and investments that increase the supply of housing to households with incomes of 60 percent or less of area median income. A. Eligible Applicants. An Applicant must be a Non-Entitlement Local Government. A Non-Entitlement Local Government means a Local Government in an area which is not a metropolitan city or part of an urban county, a Local Government that, as of September...
In collaboration with CalVet, grantee will host the 2024 and 2025 CalVet Leadership Summit bringing together veteran and leaders across multiple relevant organizations to focus on improving the health and well-being of California's service members, veterans, and their families. The Leadership Summit plays a vital role in supporting the department’s strategic plan by providing a platform for leaders to come together and work towards common goals. CalVet seeks to organize stakeholder input workshop activities with the assistance of an organization that is highly experienced in serving transitioning veterans, developing and facilitating veteran stakeholder summits or workshops, and has the capacity and proven track record of advocating for veteran services and benefits. The selected Grantee...
Campesino De California Outreach Grant – Radio Media (CCOG-RM) for Program Year 2024-25 (PY 24-25)
closedThe CCOG-RM grant PY 24-25 is awarded to develop and implement radio talk shows aimed at reaching domestic and foreign Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers (MSFW) and their families to provide timely information regarding various programs, benefits, and services offered through EDD and their partners. The Employment Development Department (EDD) announces the availability of up to $100,000. Wagner-Peyser 10 percent Governor's Discretionary funds for Campesino de California Outreach Grant-Radio Media (CCOG-RM) Program Year 2024-25 (PY 24-25) available through this Solicitation for Proposals (SFP). The EDD anticipates funding one organization for the CCOG-RM PY 24-25 grant opportunity. The purpose of the program is to create and broadcast 24 semi-monthly, 30-minute hosted radio talk show...
The purpose of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) grant Program Year 2024-25 (PY 24-25) is to provide employment and training services to individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing. This grant will also ensure that services provided to deaf and hard of hearing individuals are at least equal to services received to non-deaf and non-hard of hearing individuals. The Employment Development Department (EDD) Workforce Services Branch (WSB), announces the availability of $2.7 million of Wagner-Peyser 10 percent Governor's Discretionary funds through this Solicitation for Proposals (SFP) for the DHH grant opportunity for PY 24-25. This program provides deaf and hard of hearing individuals with enhanced services and training in select America’s Job Center of CaliforniaSM (AJCC) locations...
The California Interagency Council on Homelessness (Cal ICH) is pleased to announce the availability of $20 million of Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (Tribal HHAP) grant funding. These funds are available for California Federally Recognized Tribes and are designed to be flexible to meet the unique needs of each community in their goals to prevent and end homelessness. Since 2022, Cal ICH has partnered with California Federally Recognized Tribes and stakeholders to develop the Tribal HHAP Program. In 2024, Cal ICH is continuing and expanding our partnerships with Tribes and stakeholders in strengthening the Tribal HHAP program. Through the integration of feedback from the community’s served, Cal ICH’s goal is to continue culturally responsive programming designed to...
The EEM Program is an annual program established by legislation in 1989 and amended on September 26, 2013. It offers grants to local, state, and federal governmental agencies, and nonprofit organizations for projects to mitigate the environmental impacts caused by new or modified public transportation facilities. There are three types of EEM project: Urban Forestry, Resource Lands, and Mitigation Projects Beyond the Scope of the Lead Agency. Introduction EEM projects must contribute to mitigation of the environmental effects of transportation facilities. The California Natural Resources Agency (Agency) prescribes procedures and criteria to evaluate grant project proposals and submits a list of projects recommended for funding to the California Transportation Commission (CTC). The CTC...
CalNASP is an affiliate of the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP™)—a non-profit, international style archery program dedicated to providing students in grades 4-12 the opportunity to learn and participate in target archery.The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) oversees the CalNASP program and trains teachers to use NASP certified equipment and lesson plans. The CalNASP grant is awarded to 10 new schools each fiscal year. (July 1-June 30). The grant pays for a starter archery equipment kit so new schools can start the program in their PE classes. The kit includes: Twelve Genesis compound bows, five bulls-eye targets, one arrow-resistant net, one or two bow racks, five dozen arrows and an equipment maintenance kit. To be awarded the grant, schools cannot already...
Eligible projects/programs will enhance connections to local cultural history, local parks, open space or natural areas through artistic community events, programming or art installations that help to build sustainable community connections, health and well-being. The Local Parks Grants Program will be managed and administered by Parks California https://parkscalifornia.org/ Both program operations and art installations in local parks are eligible. Project/Programs must be in a "local park". Local parks include land that is owned or managed by a local city, county, park or community service district, land trusts, regional park or open space district, non-profit organization or foundation, or any other entity other than federal and state agencies. For more information see...
Proposition 47 is a grant program to public agencies aimed at supporting mental health treatment, substance abuse treatment, and diversion programs for people in the criminal justice system, with an emphasis on programs that reduce recidivism of people convicted of less serious crimes, such as those covered by this measure, and those who have substance abuse and mental health problems. The Proposition 47 Grant Program Proposal Package submission is available through an online portal submission process. Applicants must submit proposals through the BSCC Submittable portal by 5:00 P.M. (PDT) on June 10, 2024 Any technical questions concerning the RFP, the proposal process or programmatic issues must be submitted by email to: [email protected] A virtual grant information session...
Conservancy grants funded by the California Sea Otter Fund can be used for a variety of activities related to southern sea otter recovery and improving the nearshore ecosystem. Conservancy priority for the funding is for projects that advance the evaluation of sea otter reintroduction as a potential recovery strategy for southern sea otters in California. This may include activities such as conducting biological and socioeconomic studies, stakeholder engagement, risk and impact analyses, baseline assessments, and other research and planning. Other projects that plan, implement, or conducted research related to other critical recovery actions of the Federal Southern Sea Otter Recovery Plan will be considered as a second priority.
The California Energy Commission’s Siting, Transmission, and Environmental Protection Division announces California Clean Energy Planning Program (CCEPP) and the availability of up to $1,550,000 in grant funds for this first-come, first-served grant solicitation. This solicitation has two purposes: 1) make $1,050,000 available to California Native American tribes for clean energy future planning as well as to better enable their participation in statewide clean energy and energy infrastructure planning activities and 2) make $500,000 available to local government entities to develop new or updated land use planning documents that support and advance the development of clean energy in their jurisdiction.
The Wellness Coach Scholarship Program’s goal is to educate and train students to serve as Certified Wellness Coaches (CWC) in California. WCSP provides scholarships to students in associate or bachelor’s degree programs that qualify them for WellnessCoach Certification through the education pathway in exchange for a 12-month service obligation providing CWC services in California. Eligible applicants may receive up to $35,000. The purpose of this program is to increase the number of CWCs providing direct services in California. The Wellness Coach profession is a new, certified position to increase our state’s overall capacity to support the growing behavioral health needs of our youth. It is designed to help build a larger and more diverse and representative behavioral health workforce...
The Behavioral Health Scholarship Program (BHSP) increases the number of appropriately trained behavioral health professionals providing direct patient care in an underserved area or qualified facility within California. The Behavioral Health Scholarship Program (BHSP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in an accredited academic or certificate program that prepares them to become one of the eligible professionals under this program for a scholarship of up to $25,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an underserved community in California.
The Golden State Social Opportunities Program (GSSOP) increases the number of appropriately trained behavioral health professionals providing direct patient in a California-based nonprofit organization. The Golden State Social Opportunities Program (GSSOP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently enrolled in a graduate program from a University of California or California State University campus or a nonprofit independent institution of higher education that prepares them to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, or a Licensed Clinical Psychology (PhD or PsyD) for a scholarship of up to $25,000 per year for a total of up to $50,000 in exchange for a 24-month service obligation practicing and...
CalMoneySmart 2024-26 Grant
closedThe CalMoneySmart program aims to enhance financial empowerment among unbanked and underbanked Californians by funding nonprofit organizations. Through financial education and empowerment services, it seeks to reduce disparities, improve financial literacy, and foster wealth-building opportunities. The program awards grantees up to $200K per year for two consecutive fiscal years to promote financial stability and security statewide. Grant funds may only be used for the following financial education and empowerment services for the targeted at-risk unbanked and underbanked populations: 1) Designing, developing, or offering, free of charge to consumers, classroom or web-based financial education and empowerment content intended to help unbanked and underbanked consumers achieve, identify...
To help create sustainable urban forests across the state, $30.8 million in funding will be available to support urban and community forestry projects in historically disinvested urban communities throughout California. The Inflation Reduction Act supports urban and community forestry investments that foster: 1) Increased and equitable access to urban tree canopy and associated human health, environmental, and economic benefits in disadvantaged communities. 2) Broadened community engagement in local urban forest planning, tree planting, and management activities. 3) Improved community and urban forest resilience to climate change, extreme heat, forest pests and diseases, and storm events through best management and maintenance practices. There are six grant options...
Museum Grant Program (2024)
closedThe Museum Grant Program is intended to solicit proposals for projects that assist the California Cultural and Historical Endowment in supporting and enhancing museums that are deeply rooted in, and reflective of, previously underserved communities. Assembly Bill (AB) 716 established the California Cultural and Historical Endowment (CCHE) in 2002. Funds for the CCHE came from Proposition 40, the California Clean Water, Clean Air, Safe Neighborhood Parks, and Coastal Protection Act of 2002. $122 million in grants were distributed competitively for the acquisition, restoration, preservation, and interpretation of historical and cultural resources. In 2013, AB 482 (Atkins) authorized the creation of a specified competitive grant program administered by CCHE to support small capital...
To award follow-on funding support for EV charging infrastructure projects with eligible applicants that have an active award from an eligible United States federal agency. This solicitation is intended to potentially double the number of chargers installed at a military base or facility, compared to what would otherwise be installed with only the federal funding, and accelerate the adoption of zero emission vehicles statewide. This is a first come, first served grant solicitation, with minimum requirements and certain conditions as further described in this manual. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $7.0 million in grant funds for projects that will install electric vehicle (EV) chargers at military bases and...
The purpose of this solicitation is to deploy advanced decarbonization and/or grid support technologies at California industrial facilities to promote electrification and reduce GHG emissions produced from the industrial sector. This solicitation will target technologies that have the potential to demonstrate cost-effectiveness and scalable to multiple industrial facilities with potential to increase confidence for adoption.
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund a project that will evaluate the feasibility of using existing underground gas storage facilities to store clean renewable hydrogen in California. This project will develop technical and economic assessments of storing and retrieving hydrogen blends and/or pure hydrogen as well as California-specific decision-making tools, risk mitigation strategies, market and policy recommendations, and community engagement approaches related to those facilities.
Made in California Program
closedThe purpose of this announcement is to solicit applications from eligible organizations to apply to provide marketing and engagement services to support the awareness and use of the Made in California label and promotional services by California’s manufacturing businesses. “Made in California” is California’s manufacturing promotion and product labeling program (herein defined as “Program”). The Program is designed to develop and promote the Made in California label and to encourage consumer product awareness and to foster purchases of high-quality products in this state. The Program is administered by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (herein referred to as “CalOSBA”). The Program supports California-based manufacturers that meet the eligibility requirements across...
The purpose of the DF Program is to provide funding for physical facility and digital security enhancements to health care facilities providing abortion-related services and reproductive health care services throughout California that may be the target of violence and vandalism.
The purpose of the DP Program is to provide funding for physical facility and digital security enhancements to health care practitioners providing abortion-related services and reproductive health care services throughout California that may be the target of violence and vandalism.
The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) is announcing the availability of up to $38 million in competitive grants. Grantees will focus on prevention and early intervention efforts with the end goal of increasing access to mental health services for veterans and their families. This initiative is to be known as the California Veterans Health Initiative (CVHI) Mental Health Support Grant Program (MHSGP). Grantees will be asked to focus on prevention and early intervention efforts with the end goal of increasing access to mental health services for veterans and their families. Proposals funded under CVHI must be inclusive, equitable, and available to all veterans regardless of age, period of service, type of service, discharge status, or disability rating. Applicants must be...
Provides funding for prevention plans and implementation activities that help protect California’s reservoirs from a quagga and zebra (dreissenid) mussel infestation. DBW's Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program (QZ Grant Program) provides funding for two tiers/two types of projects: 1) Planning and Assessment projects; and 2) Implementation projects. Examples of projects include: developing Prevention Plans, purchasing pressure washers/decontamination units, inspection programs including staffing, materials and supplies. DBW coordinates and collaborates with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife on many aspects of this program.
This solicitation is part of the Community Energy Reliability & Resilience Investment (CERRI) Program, which invests in deployment projects across California that increase community energy reliability and resilience, support California’s climate and energy policies, improve energy justice and equity, and create good-paying jobs. Funding for this program was authorized under the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. n recent years, California has experienced increased electrical system outages caused by climate-related events such as increased wildfires, heat waves, and storms, or through public safety power shutoffs (PSPS). These events, as well as aging infrastructure, threaten grid reliability, public health and safety, economic prosperity, communities, and ecosystems. They...
The Statewide and Regional Networks (SRN) program contributes to the health and vitality of the creative workforce in California by creating a resilient network of arts service organizations and artists. This grant supports the well-being of California’s cultural vitality by creating resilient and diverse networks of arts service organizations and artists. Grantees will be required to accomplish the following within the grant activity period: Arts service organizations must provide practical services for artists, creators, culture bearers, and/or arts and cultural organizations. Constituent representation must be active, ongoing, effective, and relevant statewide or regional reach. Programs and/or services must provide engagement and access throughout all counties and/or municipalities...
State-Local Partners
closedThe State-Local Partners (SLP) program provides general operating support and technical assistance for county-designated local arts agencies. The purpose of the program is to foster cultural development on the local level through a partnership between the State and the counties of California. The nature of this partnership includes funding, information exchange, cooperative activities, and leadership. The partnership enables individuals, organizations, and communities to create, present, and preserve the arts of all cultures to enrich the quality of life for all Californians.
The State-Local Partner Mentorship (SLP-M) program is intended to support theestablishment of a county-designated local arts agency in each of the four counties in which no such agency has currently been identified (Alpine, Glenn, Kings, San Joaquin). Grant funds will go to four existing State-Local Partners (SLP) to foster the development of new SLPs in these counties. Grantees will be required to accomplish the following within the Grant Activity Period: Convene a standing committee of community members and stakeholders tosupport development of new SLP structure and strategic framework. Model equity practices and principles in the development of new SLP mission,vision, programming, and services. Identify and retain a dedicated staff member to lead new SLP and provide mentorship to that...
Impact Projects
closedThe Impact Projects grant program intends to support collaborative projects that center artists and artistic practice in responding to issues experienced by historically and systemically under-resourced communities in California at this time, including, but not limited to, social, political, and economic inequalities. Impact Projects grants support arts organizations for collaborations between local artist(s) and community members to develop and express their own creative and artistic goals and address a community-defined need. Collaborative projects will utilize various creative practices to impact social issues affecting their communities, including but not limited to systemic marginalization, incarceration/justice systems, arts learning, poverty/economic disparity, health disparities...
Creative Youth Development
closedThe Creative Youth Development program is rooted in the CAC’s belief that arts learning is an essential tool for healthy human development and that it should be available to all young people throughout California, including but not limited to those whose lives have been impacted or interrupted by the justice system. Projects should address one or more of the following Creative Youth Development program goals: Provide social-emotional creative experiences in safe, healthy and appropriate learning environments. Foster creative abilities of youth through culturally and linguistically responsive arts learning. Support arts programs that seek to activate youth voices, narratives, and perspectives. Utilize cultural assets of the local community to support positive self-identification and...
Arts Integration Training
closedArts Integration Training supports nonprofit arts organizations and teaching artists to plan and deliver professional development in arts integration strategies to classroom teachers, as well as site, district, and county-level administrators. Arts Integration Training projects should be designed to pave a pathway for increased equitable student learning in, through, and about the arts. This may be realized in a specific classroom, in all classrooms across a school site, or as a central strategy for a district or countywide arts plan. The project must be planned and implemented with collaboration between a nonprofit arts organization, teaching artists, and the educational entity, with fullcommitment from all participants.
Arts Education Exposure
closedThe purpose of the Exposure program is to support attendance at high-quality performances and exhibits for students who would particularly benefit from these experiences. Students may be identified as priority communities for participation due to socio-economic status, geographic region, or other aspects of students’ life experiences that elevate the impact of having opportunities to engage with these cultural assets. Program Goals Projects should address the following Exposure program goals: Develop long-term, mutually beneficial relationships between arts and educational organizations, teaching artists, and the youth and families in the communities they serve. Cultivate students’ appreciation for the arts and understanding of themselves as the next generation of arts patrons and...
The Arts & Cultural Organizations General Operating Support grant program provides direct funding to arts and cultural organizations in support of ongoing operations. This grant supports the well-being of California’s cultural vitality by helping sustain a robust and diverse arts workforce and infrastructure. Funds may be used to support any eligible expenses associated with the general operations of an arts or cultural organization, including but not limited to rent, utilities, and staff salaries. Applying for this grant does not restrict an organization from applying for other CAC project-based grants. General Operating grants areintended to support the applicant organization in carrying out its mission. Funding is not intended to support a specific project.
Tier 1, Cohort T
closedTo equip California youth with knowledge and skills to live tobacco-, vape-, and nicotine-free by providing leadership and guidance for the development and implementation of school-based education, intervention, counseling, and youth development activities. The Tier 1, Cohort T Grant is available for a three-year period from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027. The grant award period is for three years; however, if funded, one Grant Award Notification (GAN) will be issued. County offices of education (COEs), school districts, direct-funded charter schools, and consortia of qualifying local educational agencies (LEAs) serving grades six through twelve (6–12) in California are eligible to apply if they meet the eligibility requirements. To receive TUPE grant funding, all TUPE grantees are...
Volunteer Fire Capacity 2024
closedPlease visit the Cooperative Efforts webpage on the CAL FIRE website for more information and how to apply for this grant. https://www.fire.ca.gov/what-we-do/fire-protection/cooperative-efforts Please visit the Cooperative Efforts webpage on the CAL FIRE website for more information about this grant and how to apply. https://www.fire.ca.gov/what-we-do/fire-protection/cooperative-efforts
The California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED) announces the availability of approximately $32.7 million to expand California State Preschool Program (CSPP) services statewide, as appropriated in the 2021 Budget Act. The CSPP funds are available for local educational agency (LEA) applicants to provide full-day/full year, part-day/part-year, or any combination thereof, of CSPP services. The California Department of Education (CDE), Early Education Division (EED) announces the availability of approximately $32.7 million to expand California State Preschool Program (CSPP) services statewide to eligible children and families, as appropriated in the 2021 Budget Act. The CSPP funds are available for local educational agency (LEA) applicants to provide full-day/full...
The goal of the BSCC Program and Budget plan for the Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program funding is to develop a multipronged approach to decreasing gun violence in California, supporting local jurisdictions in their efforts to improve firearms relinquishment procedures and supporting the enhancement of collaborative court programs that address behavioral health issues, with a focus on people who are at higher risk for gun violence. The goal of the BSCC Program and Budget plan for the Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program funding is to develop a multipronged approach to decreasing gun violence in California, supporting local jurisdictions in their efforts to improve firearms relinquishment procedures and supporting the enhancement of collaborative court programs that address...
HHAP-5 is established for the purpose of organizing and deploying the full array of homelessness programs and resources comprehensively and effectively, and to sustain existing federal, state, and local investments towards long-term sustainability of housing and supportive services. (HSC §§ 50232(a) and 50236(a).) To accomplish these goals, HHAP-5 requires applicants to create and implement Regionally Coordinated Homelessness Action Plans. HHAP-5 is established for the purpose of organizing and deploying the full array of homelessness programs and resources comprehensively and effectively, and to sustain existing federal, state, and local investments towards long-term sustainability of housing and supportive services. (HSC §§ 50232(a) and 50236(a).) To accomplish these goals, HHAP-5...
The Effectiveness Monitoring Committee is an advisory body to the Board of Forestry and Fire Protection, intended to fund robust scientific research aimed at testing the efficacy of the California Forest Practice Rules and other natural resource protection statutes, laws, codes, and associated regulations, which address natural resource issues including, but not limited to, watershed science, wildlife concerns, and wildfire hazard. The Effectiveness Monitoring Committee (EMC) is seeking project proposals that: (1) Address one or more of the EMC’s Research Themes and Critical Monitoring Questions and; (2) Address natural resource protection issues that are important for California forestlands. The critical monitoring questions are organized under 12 Research Themes. Four prioritized...
The State Council on Developmental Disabilities, in alignment with the goals of its 5-year state plan issues requests for proposals through Program Development Grants on a yearly basis. Successful grant projects are implemented by community-based organizations that research, develop and/or implement innovative programs and promising/best practices in communities throughout the state. For federal fiscal year (FFY) 2025, the Council has designated a total amount of $300,000 to fund Cycle 47 projects in one or more of the following proposed topic areas: Health (Tribal), Self-Advocacy (Plain Language), and Self-Advocacy (Isolation). The Council understands that the final list of approved grant projects may not address all three (3) of the targeted topic areas. The Council will consider all...
The California Interagency Council on Homelessness (Cal ICH) is pleased to announce the availability of Round 3 of the Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) Program. ERF was established to provide funding to Local Jurisdictions, and Continuums of Care (CoCs) to support them to resolve the homelessness of people living in encampments. ERF was established to increase collaboration between Cal ICH, Local Jurisdictions, and Continuums of Care (CoCs) for the following purposes: • Assist Local Jurisdictions in ensuring the safety and wellness of people experiencing homelessness in encampments. • Provide grants to Local Jurisdictions and CoCs to resolve critical encampment concerns and transition individuals into safe and stable housing. • Encourage a data-informed, coordinated approach to...
The Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) Mixed Delivery Planning Grant is part of the overarching expansion of UPK in California. The grant was established with the goal of expanding access universally to preKindergarten programs for three- and four-year-old children across the state through a mixed delivery system. The UPK Mixed Delivery Grant provides funding on a non-competitive basis to Local Planning Councils (LPCs) and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) to partner with all local educational agencies (LEAs) in the county to enhance and uplift the UPK Mixed Delivery System.
The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) is a reimbursement grant program funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and administered by the California Department of Education. The FFVP provides a free fresh fruit or vegetable snack to elementary-school students during the school day as a supplement to (and not part of) the School Breakfast Program and the National School Lunch Program, and to teach students about good nutrition. The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) will grant funds to eligible elementary school sites participating in the National School Lunch Program to provide students with a variety of free, fresh fruit and vegetable snacks during the school day as a supplement to, and not part of, the school breakfast and lunch programs, and to teach students about good...
The purpose of the Forest Legacy Program is to protect environmentally important forest land threatened with conversion to non-forest uses. Under this competitive grant program, CAL FIRE purchases or accepts donations of conservation easements or fee title of productive forest lands to encourage their long-term conservation. Eligibility: This program is entirely voluntary. Eligible properties include those with working forest and rangelands, where the property is managed for the production of forest products and traditional forest uses are maintained. Landowners who wish to participate may sell or transfer particular rights, such as the right to develop the property or to allow public access, while retaining ownership of the property and the right to use it in any way consistent with...
The Active Transportation Plan include, but are not limited to, increasing the proportion of trips accomplished by walking and biking, increasing the safety and mobility of non-motorized users, advancing efforts of regional agencies to achieve greenhouse gas reduction goals, enhancing public health, and providing a broad spectrum of projects to benefit many types of users including disadvantaged communities. Pursuant to statute, the purpose of the program is to encourage increased use of active modes of transportation, such as biking and walking. The goals of the ATP are to: •Increase the proportion of trips accomplished by biking and walking. •Increase the safety and mobility for nonmotorized users. •Advance the active transportation efforts of regional agencies to achieve greenhouse...
Improve public and navigational safety and reduce environmental damage. This program provides funding for abatement, removal, storage and disposal as a public nuisance of abandoned recreational vessels and/or the destruction of surrendered recreational vessels that may become a threat to navigation.
Enhancing public boating safety. This program provides grants to local government agencies for the purchase of boating safety and law enforcement water patrol equipment (patrol boats, personal watercraft, engines, search and rescue equipment, dive gear, etc.)
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The CEC announces the availability of up to $4,070,070 to provide grants to local governments. A group of jurisdictions/agencies applying as a consortium, must identify a single jurisdiction or agency to serve as the primary Applicant. Commitment letters from each jurisdiction planning to participate must be submitted with the application. Applicants may only participate in or submit one (1) application under this solicitation. However, that single application may propose multiple project activities. Applicants must submit certification that they have authority to apply on behalf of their jurisdiction and that they are the sole entity applying on its behalf. Applicants/Subrecipients are responsible for ensuring that all obligations under an...
The FAP TA DE PY 23-24 awardee will assist the FAP PY 23-24 program awardees with the continued development and refinement of projects that focus exclusively on farmworker needs at a regional level by offering essential skills and upskilling training to either advance in the agricultural industry and/or prepare for advancement outside of the agricultural sector. The Employment Development Department (EDD), on behalf of the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $1 million from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s Discretionary Fund for the Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Technical Assistance (TA) and Developmental Evaluation (DE) for Program Year 2023-24 (PY 23-24) Solicitation for Proposals (SFP)...
The California Climate Crisis Act (AB 1279, 2022) established targets to reduce anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 85% below 1990 levels and reach carbon neutrality by 2045. The California Climate Crisis Act (AB 1279, 2022) established targets to reduce anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 85% below 1990 levels and reach carbon neutrality by 2045. Supporting this legislation, the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) 2022 Scoping Plan specifies that carbon removal activities such as carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) are new approaches that will need to be deployed to help achieve these GHG emissions reduction goals. Carbon dioxide (CO2) utilization is a promising approach in facilitating adoption of carbon capture and carbon removal while partially...
Pursuant to the George H. W. Bush Vamos A Pescar™ Educational Fund and Fish and Game Code Section 1501.5(b), the California Department of Fish and Wildlife has established a competitive grant program to fund projects that supports state and local efforts to educate and engage California’s Hispanic communities in metrocentric settings through bilingual, multigenerational, and multigendered programs, classes and fishing and boating activities. Funds may be used for projects, including but not limited to experiential or hands-on fishing education, community activities promoting good fishery stewardship, technical fishing skills development, fishing-related workshops and classes, apprentice-level fishing trips with hands-on instruction, and other such events that promote recreational fishing...
SCDD is seeking grantees to train and support implementation of Supported Decision Making (SDM) among families/individuals and professionals within these five (5) focus areas: Educational Services, Financial Services, Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Services, Legal/Judicial Services, and Medical/Healthcare Services. The Council has a total of $3,000,000 available to fund a maximum of five (5) SDM-TAP grant projects in two (2) areas of implementation: professional and family/individual. The Council will consider all proposal submissions and choose one (1) or more, but no more than five (5), with a minimum award of $150,000 and a maximum award of $800,000 per application that will not exceed the full $3,000,000 budgeted amount, subject to funding availability. The intended...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has established a competitive grant program, to support and advance the recovery and rehabilitation of injured, sick, or orphaned wildlife, and conservation education. Funds may be used to support facility and home-based operations, improvements and/or innovation in wildlife rehabilitation techniques (e.g., animal care, enclosure design, behavioral enrichment; post-release monitoring), and conservation education. Funds may not be used for incentives (e.g., raffles, donations), fundraising (e.g., financial campaigns, gift solicitation), or hospitality (e.g., accommodations, alcohol, entertainment).
The purpose of this solicitation is to award grants to fund projects focused on geothermal energy and lithium recovery from geothermal brine that support local jurisdictions and private entities to advance the geothermal sector and related activities per Public Resource Code (PRC) Sections 3800-3827 and California Code of Regulations (CCR) Sections 1660-1665. This solicitation aims to support the goals of Senate Bill 100 (SB 100, De Leon, Chapter 312, Statures of 2018), Assembly Bill 32 (AB 32, Nunez, Chapter 488, Statutes of 2006), and SB 32 (Pavley, Chapter 249, Statutes of 2016) to meet the eligible renewable energy, zero-carbon energy, and greenhouse gas emission reduction goals. The proposed projects must not exceed thirty-six (36) months in length – the project term must be in...
This solicitation supports the Electric Program Investment Charge 2021-2025 Investment Plan’s (EPIC 4 Investment Plan) strategic objective to “Increase the Value Proposition of Distributed Energy Resources to Customers and the Grid.” The purpose of this solicitation is to fund demonstrations of community-based virtual power plant (VPP) approaches and demonstrations of innovative energy management systems (EMS) in commercial buildings with the goal of increasing demand flexibility. Demand flexibility refers to comprehensive programs and strategies that align electricity consumption with dynamic grid conditions. These can include both event-based demand response (DR) and load shifting strategies. Accelerating demand flexibility is a key strategy for California to reduce greenhouse gas...
The purpose of this solicitation is to develop and demonstrate the impact of a DC-powered HVAC heat pump in a self-contained module that includes solar PV and energy storage, also known as a DC HVAC nanogrid module, in residential and commercial settings. This solicitation aims to reduce building dependency on grid electricity, increase energy efficiency of HVAC equipment operating on DC power, decrease burdens – and enhance access – to solar and heat pump adoption, and create business and manufacturing opportunities for those who develop DC HVAC nanogrid modules. The potential technology solution could be a modular system that includes an appropriately-sized PV array and energy storage integrated with a DC HVAC system. Such systems could support cost-effective decarbonization, summer...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund an applied research and development project that will support research to assess the impact of consolidated packages of electrified retrofit measures on air quality and other related impact categories, including resilience to extreme heat, indoor comfort, and energy and cost savings in California homes. This research will identify and assess non-energy benefits of home electrification and evaluate key stakeholders’ (e.g., residents, contractors) experience with the retrofitting process. Ultimately, this work will provide guidance on how these benefits could be considered in strategies and decisions to retrofit or replace gas-fueled appliances with electric. The proposed research is intended to provide crucial support to the state’s efforts to...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research to increase California’s hydropower generation through precipitation enhancement (cloud seeding). Research funded by this solicitation will foster cost-effective, robust approaches to manage anticipated needs for zero-carbon, fast-ramping resources in the context of a rapidly evolving energy system and climate change. The proposed research contributes to implementation of the Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) 2021-2025 Investment Plan and responds to the strategic objective: “Inform California's Transition to an Equitable, Zero-Carbon Energy System that is Climate-Resilient and Meets Environmental Goals” (Chapter 7). Specifically, this solicitation supports the topic 44 within the Climate Resilience Initiative...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund projects that advance the demonstration and deployment of clean hydrogen production, storage, delivery, and end use in California. Hydrogen can serve as a zero-carbon energy carrier and act as a potential replacement for fossil fuels in hard-to-electrify applications, particularly for the transportation, industrial, and electricity generation sectors. For the purposes of this solicitation, clean hydrogen is defined as hydrogen produced from water using eligible renewable energy resources, as defined in Public Utilities Code 399.12, or produced from these eligible renewable energy resources. To achieve sustainable wide-scale deployment, hydrogen must be produced cleanly at increased scale and reduced cost. This solicitation aims to reduce the...
The California Air Resources Board is soliciting a Grantee to serve as the Access Clean California Administrator. The overarching purpose of this program is to increase consumer awareness of the State’s clean transportation and related clean energy incentive programs through coordinated outreach and technical assistance provided by community-based organizations in the State’s most impacted and underinvested communities. Through this Solicitation, the California Air Resources Board (CARB or the Board) is soliciting a Grantee to serve as the Access Clean California Administrator (the Grantee). The overarching purpose of this program is to increase consumer awareness of the State’s clean transportation and related clean energy incentive programs through coordinated outreach and technical...
The Workforce Accelerator Fund (Accelerator 12) grant program will support local board development and implementation of projects that incorporate High Road strategies, as defined in California Unemployment Insurance Code §14005(r), which include: improving job quality and job access, meeting the skill and profitability needs of employers, and meeting the economic, social, and environmental needs of the community. The CWDB has determined the local boards listed below are the only eligible applicants to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) form to apply for Workforce Accelerator Funds. The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) is pleased to announce the availability of up to $3 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds for the Workforce Accelerator Fund...
The purpose of this program is to enter into grant agreement(s) with educational institutions to develop new Bachelor of Art in Social Work (BASW) and/or Master of Social Work (MSW) programs as well as serve to expand MSW programs. This grant opportunity will result in grant agreement(s) with educational institutions to expand existing Master of Social Work (MSW) programs to educate and prepare additional MSW students who will provide clinical behavioral health services to children and youth through age 25. These activities would include the capacity to:• Work on multidisciplinary teams• Work with underserved groups• Reflect SWECE guiding principles in coursework and field placements
The purpose of this program is to enter into grant agreement(s) for grantee(s) to train psychiatry residents and fellows in California. The grant will result in grant agreement(s) for grantee(s) to train psychiatry residents and fellows in California, including, but not limited to: Adding psychiatry residency/fellowship slots to an existing psychiatry residency/fellowship program. Recruiting residents and/or fellows who can provide care consistent with the guiding principles. Recruiting culturally diverse residents and/or fellows who can provide culturally competent care. Increasing the number of hours psychiatry residents and/or fellows trained. Providing clinical supervision that leads to Board of Psychiatry and Neurology certification.
The purpose of this program is to enter into grant agreement(s) for grantee(s) to fund increased numbers of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) training in California. This grant opportunity will result in grant agreement(s) with educational and/or medical institutions to develop and expand psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) programs that train and prepare PMHNPs, including those that serve children and youth. These activities would include the capacity to: 1. Work on multidisciplinary teams2. Work with underserved communities3. Reflect PECE guiding principles in coursework and field placements4. Competitive proposals must demonstrate a commitment to the PECE guiding principles.
CalRecycle oversees the Waste Tire Cleanup Grant to provide funding for collecting, removing, transporting, recycling, and disposing of California waste tires from tire piles and illegal dumping areas. Funds are limited to the removal of waste tires along public rights-of-way or on private property with less than 500 tires on site or 500 to 4,999 tires with affidavit from the property owner. CalRecycle oversees a competitive grant program to provide funding for collecting, removing, transporting, recycling, and disposing of California waste tires from tire piles and illegal dumping areas. Eligible applicants include: Local governments (cities, counties, or cities and counties) as defined in PRC section 48617, Special districts, Qualifying native American tribes and Joint Powers...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is pleased to announce funding opportunities under the 2024 Fisheries Restoration Grant Program (FRGP) Proposal Solicitation Notice (Solicitation) for projects that lead to process-based restoration, enhancement, or protection of anadromous salmonid habitat. Proposal applications will be accepted for the types of projects listed below, subject to the funding program criteria. Priority 1 Projects are those that restore, enhance, or protect salmonid habitat in anadromous watersheds through implementation or design projects that lead to implementation. Approximately 65% of the PCSRF grant award will fund Priority 1 Projects. Priority 2 projects are those that support implementation projects through watershed-scale planning and...
CDBG 2023 NOFA Amendment #1
closedThe 2023 NOFA,approximately $19 million of federal funds was made available for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program only for applications from projects that remain on the wait-list established for Over-the-Counter projects after the 2019-2020 NOFA. This amendment makes another $19 million for Housing, Community Development and Economic Development Projects in and Over-the- Counter process. Under this NOFA amendment, CDBG funds are provided as grants to Non-Entitlement Units of Local Government for project applications for CDBG eligible activities for Housing, Community Development and Economic Development Projects in and Over-the-Counter process. All CDBG activities must meet one of the following National Objectives: -Benefit low- and moderate-income persons -Aid in...
The Clean Energy Access Grant Account will award grants to CBOs & Tribal organizations to help facilitate access to & the adoption of clean energy programs in their respective communities. The CEA Grant Account will provide funding to develop equity initiatives & clean energy access opportunities that complement other CPUC programs. The Clean Energy Access (CEA) Grant Account will award grants to CBOs and Tribal organizations to help facilitate access to and the adoption of clean energy programs in their respective communities. Specifically, the CEA Grant Account will provide funding to develop equity initiatives and clean energy access opportunities that complement other CPUC programs, including: • Microgrid Incentive Program (MIP) • Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) •...
Round two of the Local Immigrant Integration and Inclusion Grant (LIIIG) aims to provide $2.1 million in one-time funding to support the development or expansion of immigrant integration efforts, increase community trust, and enhance the organizational capacity of local governments to support immigrant populations in California. The LIIIG is a one-year grant from August 1, 2024, through July 31, 2025. Contingent on funding availability, GO-Biz may award additional funding for a second year. Eligible activities for LIIIG funding include but are not limited to: 1) Economic Development, 2) Social Services Navigation, 3) Intergovernmental Technical Assistance, and 4) Civic Engagement.
These ASES programs are created through partnerships between schools and local community resources to provide literacy, academic enrichment and safe, constructive alternatives for students in kindergarten through ninth grade. Funding is designed to: (1) maintain existing before and after school program funding; and (2) provide eligibility to all elementary and middle schools that submit quality applications throughout California. The After School Education and Safety (ASES) Program is the result of the 2002 voter-approved initiative, Proposition 49. The application is for new grantees as well as existing grant recipients who wish to increase funding.
The goal of the Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Grant Program (SB 1 Grant Program) is to support the implementation of SB 1 (Atkins, 2021) for local, regional, and tribal governments. Ultimately, the SB 1 Grant Program aims to provide funding for coastal communities to develop consistent sea level rise (SLR) adaptation plans and projects to build resilience to SLR along the entire coast of California and San Francisco Bay. The SB 1 Grant Program aims to provide funding for sea level rise (SLR) adaptation planning to help prepare communities for the impacts of climate change. While many jurisdictions have advanced planning already underway or complete, many others have yet to begin comprehensive planning or assessments. The Ocean Protection Council (OPC) aims to address...
The California Opportunity Youth Apprenticeship (COYA) Grant is a new funding source to develop and test innovative practices to increase the participation of opportunity youth in pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs, and to demonstrate the impact of apprenticeship on employment and earnings outcomes for opportunity youth. The COYA Grant Program received $20 million in FY 2022-2023 and another $20 million in FY 2023-2024. The COYA Grant aligns with Governor Newsom’s “Freedom to Succeed” Executive Order, which tasks key state education and workforce leaders to develop a Master Plan on Career Education to guide the state’s efforts to strengthen career pathways, prioritize hands-on learning and real-life skills, and advance universal access and affordability for all Californians...
The California Department of Education (CDE) supports continuous quality improvement and responsive teacher-child interactions in California State Preschool Programs (CSPP). Responsive teacher-child interactions require intentional work, which is critical for marginalized communities. The CDE is implementing the CSPP Achieving Success in Positive Interactions, Relationships, and Environments (ASPIRE) program to support the use of Teachstone Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) 2nd Edition.
Responsive teacher-child interactions require intentional work, which is critical for marginalized communities. The CDE is implementing the CSPP Achieving Success in Positive Interactions, Relationships, and Environments (ASPIRE) program to support the use of Teachstone Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) 2nd Edition. The California Department of Education (CDE) is committed to supporting continuous quality improvement and responsive teacher-child interactions in the California State Preschool Program (CSPP). Responsive teacher-child interactions require intentional work to address potential implicit and explicit adult bias to transform environments and ensure that the culture and climate of all CSPPs reflect inclusion and a sense of belonging for all children, regardless of any...
The DOGWF ETA PY 23-24 awardee will be responsible for providing technical assistance and evaluation for DOGWF PY 23-24 program awardees as they pioneer initiatives that guide displaced oil and gas workers into new jobs and career trajectories. The mission extends beyond singular sectors, committed to securing stable, well-compensated, and gratifying roles for these workers across diverse industries. The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $1 million in California State General Funds for the Evaluation and Technical Assistance (ETA) for the Displaced Oil and Gas Worker Fund (DOGWF). The DOGWF ETA PY 23-24 awardee will be responsible for providing evaluation and...
The HOME program provides loans for multi-family rental new construction and rehabilitation projects with or without acquisition, first time home buyer projects (newly constructed homes sold to income eligible families) and grants to state recipients (cities, counties, and federally recognized tribes to operate fist-time home buyer down payment assistance, owner-occupied rehabilitation, and/ or tenant-based rental assistance programs. The HOME Program is a federal formula grant program that provides annual allocations to states to increase and preserve the supply of decent, safe, and sanitary affordable housing specifically for serving low-income [at or below 80 percent (80%) of Area Median Income (AMI)] and very low-income [at or below 50 percent (50%) of AMI] households. With this...
The HOME program provides loans for multi-family rental new construction and rehabilitation projects with or without acquisition, first time home buyer projects (newly constructed homes sold to income eligible families) and grants to state recipients (cities, counties, and federally recognized tribes to operate fist-time home buyer down payment assistance, owner-occupied rehabilitation, and/ or tenant-based rental assistance programs. The HOME Program is a federal formula grant program that provides annual allocations to states to increase and preserve the supply of decent, safe, and sanitary affordable housing specifically for serving low-income [at or below 80 percent (80%) of Area Median Income (AMI)] and very low-income [at or below 50 percent (50%) of AMI] households. With this...
This grant guideline includes information for the use of funds administered by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for the purpose of developing grant funded projects that, in part, address the needs of the Governor’s Forest Management Task Force’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan items 1.10, 1.11, 1.13 and 1.14 as well as other objectives of the California Forest Improvement Program and Act. The purpose of the grant solicitation is to meet Wildfire and Forest Resilience Task Force Action Plan goals through allowing a prospective grantee the ability to provide a program of financial and technical forestry assistance to nonindustrial forest landowners, where the grantee, as the supervising entity, receives the grant from CAL FIRE and provides...
Through this round of BHBH Program funding, DHCS is making available more than $20 million to eligible applicants in California to operate bridge housing settings to address the immediate housing needs of individuals in tribal communities experiencing homelessness who have serious behavioral health conditions, including serious mental illness (SMI) and/or substance use disorder (SUD). Through this round of BHBH Program funding, DHCS is making available more than $20 million to eligible applicants in California to operate bridge housing settings to address the immediate housing needs of individuals in tribal communities experiencing homelessness who have serious behavioral health conditions, including serious mental illness (SMI) and/or substance use disorder (SUD). The BHBH Program was...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) California Farm to School Incubator Grant Program will award competitive grants to support projects that cultivate equity, nurture students, build climate resilience, and create scalable and sustainable change. To support a systems approach to advancing farm to school throughout the state, the 2023-24 California Farm to School Incubator Grant Program offers four funding tracks. Track 1: The California Farm to School TK-12 Procurement and Education Grant; Track 2: The California Farm to School Technical Assistance (TA) Grant; Track 3: The California Farm to Early Care and Education (ECE) Grant; and Track 4: The California Farm to School Producer Grant
FY 2023 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) For Federally-Recognized Tribes In California RFP
closedThe purpose is to support building or sustaining security enhancement projects that fall within the parameters of the Cal OES HSGP. Funds awarded under HSGP must be used to support statewide preparedness activities. The enhancement project must address high-priority preparedness gaps, and contribute to the tribe's capability to prevent, protect, mitigate against, respond to, or recover from acts of terrorism. The purpose of fiscal year 2023 HSGP Tribal RFP, for Federally-Recognized Tribes in California, is to support building or sustaining security enhancement projects that fall within the parameters of the Cal OES HSGP. Funds awarded under HSGP must be used to support statewide preparedness activities. The enhancement project must address high-priority preparedness gaps, and contribute...
The purpose of the grant is to issue up to $73,333,000 to support start-up costs for recycling programs, which shall be limited to recycling centers, mobile recycling, reverse vending machines, or bag drop programs. These funds are also available to existing recycling centers for the purpose of establishing mobile recycling to expand outreach. Eligible projects include: Mobile Recycling. Defined as a recycling center that redeems empty beverage containers at more than one location and reports under a single certification identification (ID). The expanded recycling services must not be within a served zone unless either of the following exceptions apply: The applicant is the recycling center currently serving the zone; and they are the sole recycling center within the zone. Reverse...
Coastal Stories
closedThese grants fund storytelling installations or materials that authentically convey historically excluded communities’ perspectives and relationships to the outdoors and coast. The Conservancy’s Coastal Stories Grant Program will be providing grants to tribes, nonprofit organizations, and public agencies to create storytelling installations or materials (such as murals, signage, or monuments) that represent communities and voices that have been historically excluded from the storytelling on California’s coast and publicly accessible lands.
Provide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public non-motorized boating access. The Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program provides funding to create or improve public non-motorized boating access. Typical grant-funded items include the construction of small, hand-launched boat ramps, small parking lots, and restrooms.
Provide resources to local agencies to repair or renovate public boating access facilities. The Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program provides grant funding to public agencies to quickly restore safe and convenient public boating access by correcting public health and safety issues caused by unexpected damage due to flood, accidents, wildfires or by extending existing boat ramps as needed due to drought conditions at DBW-funded boat launching facilities. Typical grant-funded items include repairing or replacing boat ramps, boarding floats, restroom and parking facilities for vehicles with boat trailers.
Provide resources to replace or install signs at DBW funded boat launching facilities. The Statewide Sign Grant Program installs and replaces signs for previously funded Boating and Waterways projects that are either obsolete, display incorrect information, are badly worn and unattractive, are missing or damaged, are needed for safety, or are required as a condition of receiving federal funds.
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY25
closedProvide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public boat launching facilities, primarily for motorized vessels. In accordance with Section 72.5 of the Harbors and Navigation Code, Boat Launching Facility (BLF) grants are provided to local government agencies for the construction or improvement of boat launching ramps, restrooms, boarding floats, shore protection, parking for vehicles and boat trailers, and ancillary items. Also included in the grant are monies to pay for engineering, construction inspection, permits from regulatory agencies, special studies, construction contingency, and other project related costs. The primary purpose of the grant is to provide and improve access to California’s waterways by the recreational boating public using trailerable watercraft.
The goal of the Inclusive Early Education Expansion Program (IEEEP) grant is to increase access for young children birth to five years old in inclusive early care and education programs. It supports the inclusion of children with disabilities and exceptional needs, including children with severe disabilities, in early care and education settings pursuant to Part B and Part C of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The CDE invites eligible local educational agencies (LEAs), which includes school districts, county offices of education (COEs), and charter schools, or a consortium of the aforementioned entities to apply for grant funding. The total available funding for the IEEEP Grant Program is $116,030,430 million. Grant funding will be awarded on a competitive basis...
- The purpose of the Listos California Community Disaster Aid (LD) Program is to reimburse community-based organizations (CBOs) throughout the State for work performed in the direct aid of individuals and families impacted by a disaster during response and recovery efforts. The purpose of the Listos California Community Disaster Aid (LD) Program is to reimburse community-based organizations (CBOs) throughout the State for work performed in the direct aid of individuals and families impacted by a disaster during response and recovery efforts.
OCPSC hopes to develop partnerships with community organizations who will act as trusted messengers for their respected communities. Trusted messengers will be expected to conduct interactive engagements and promotional outreach within their respected communities, on priority campaigns identified by the OCPSC. As outlined in Government Code 65052, the objective of the Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications (OCPSC) is to coordinate California’s most important statewide public awareness and community outreach campaigns so the state can realize more inclusive and effective outcomes while preventing equity gaps in statewide outreach. Additionally, it is specified that the OCPSC shall work with local community-based organizations and other partners to engage Californians...
Explore the Coast
closedThe ability to experience the coast without fear of physical barriers, feelings of not belonging, or financial challenge is crucial to how individuals cultivate their lifelong connections with the coast. The Explore the Coast grant program seeks to provide enjoyable coastal experiences for people and communities who face challenges or barriers to accessing or enjoying the coast (“ETC Priority Communities”). The California State Coastal Conservancy announces the availability of grants to public agencies, federally recognized tribes and California Native American communities, and nonprofit organizations for programs that facilitate and enhance the public’s opportunities to explore California’s spectacular coast and San Francisco Bay shoreline through our Explore the Coast Grant Program. ...
The HOME-ARP Housing Plus Support Program provides funding for service providers to provide short term financial assistance and critical services to qualifying populations who are exiting homelessness as well as to prevent vulnerable qualifying populations from losing housing. The HOME-ARP Program is a one time allocation awarded to states, units of local government, insular areas, and consortia of units of general local government that qualified for an allocation of HOME funds in Fiscal Year 2021. Funding is intented to address the need for homelessness assistance and supportive services specifically for qualifying populations defined as homeless, at risk of homelessness, fleeing, or attempting to flee domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking and...
The HOME-ARP Housing Plus Support Program provides funding for service providers to provide short term financial assistance and critical services to qualifying populations who are exiting homelessness as well as to prevent vulnerable qualifying populations from losing housing. The HOME-ARP Program is a one time allocation awarded to states, units of local government, insular areas, and consortia of units of general local government that qualified for an allocation of HOME funds in Fiscal Year 2021. Funding is intented to address the need for homelessness assistance and supportive services specifically for qualifying populations defined as homeless, at risk of homelessness, fleeing, or attempting to flee domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking and...
The Healthy Soils Program stems from the California Healthy Soils Initiative, a collaboration of state agencies and departments that promotes the development of healthy soils on California's agricultural lands. The Healthy Soils Program Incentive Grants provide financial incentives to California growers and ranchers to implement conservation management practices that sequester carbon, reduce atmospheric greenhouse gases, and improve soil health. The HS Program Incentive Grants are designed to incentivize California farmers and ranchers to implement conservation management practices eligible in the program that sequester carbon, reduce atmospheric GHGs, improve soil health, and provide co-benefits. The program’s primary goal is to promote long-term and widespread adoption of these...
The purpose of the Certified Wellness Coach (CWC) Employer Support Grant Program is to assist Certified Wellness Coach employers to recruit and employ Certified Wellness Coaches. The Grant Program supports educational institutions and school-based and school-linked health and behavioral health agencies in recruiting and employing Certified Wellness Coaches. Competitive proposals will demonstrate a commitment to the Certified Wellness Coach Employer Support (CWCES) Grant Program goals. This grant opportunity will result in eighteen-month grant agreements with educational institutions and school-based and - linked health and behavioral health agencies. The target organizations are educational institutions and school-based and school-linked health and behavioral health agencies. Grant funds...
The primary objective of this funding opportunity is to expand the availability of MUs and MNTPs, to increase MOUD access for rural areas, justice-involved populations, Indigenous and Native communities, patients without transportation, and areas that do not have a Narcotic Treatment Program (NTP) within close proximity to patients in need of NTP services. MUs and MNTPs expand access to medications for opioid use disorder treatment (MOUD, also known as MAT), including buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone, to patients unable to travel to an NTP due to lack of geographic proximity or other factors. On June 28, 2021, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) released new rules allowing DEA-registered Opioid Treatment Programs (NTPs in California) to establish and operate MNTPs...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, The AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Project funds shall be used to improve and...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Toxicology Driving Under the Influence...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Law Enforcement projects shall include at least...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Law Enforcement projects shall include at least...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, The AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Education projects shall focus on local...
The California Serves Grant Program will promote access to effective service learning for pupils in grade twelve who are enrolled at participating local educational agencies, with the goal of expanding access for high school graduates in obtaining a State Seal of Civic Engagement through service learning. The California Serves Grant Program will award participating and eligible local educational agencies with grants of up to $500,000 to use for a variety of purposes: (1) Paid planning time for teachers to increase the use of service learning in their instruction. (2) Professional development for school and local educational agency administrators and classroom teachers on service learning. (3) Purchase of instructional materials to aid in the use of service learning in instruction. ...
Priorities for RMC Prop 68 Grant Funding: 1. Develop urban recreation projects and habitat protection or restoration projects 2. Provide workforce development opportunities 3. Expand access to diverse populations RMC’s LLAR Grants are specific to the Lower LA River corridor, considered within 1.5 miles of the main stem or tributary of the Lower LA River. Projects should be consistent with the Lower LA River Revitalization Plan. Lower Los Angeles River: The Lower Los Angeles River program area encompasses 1.5 miles on each side of the river’s lower 19-miles, from the City of Vernon to the City of Long Beach. The Lower Los Angeles River Revitalization Plan (LLARRP) describes opportunities for improving the environment of the Lower Los Angeles River. The plan was developed through a...
AHSC Round 8 NOFA
closedThe AHSC Program furthers the purposes of AB 32 (Chapter 488, Statutes of 2006), SB 375 (Chapter 728, Statutes of 2008), and SB 32 (Chapter 249, Statutes of 2016) by investing in Projects that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by implementing land-use, housing, transportation, and Agricultural Land preservation practices to support infill and compact development, while supporting related and coordinated public policy objectives. The California Strategic Growth Council (SGC) and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department) are pleased to announce the release of this Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) with approximately $675 million in funds for the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program (AHSC Program or Program). The AHSC...
Food manufacturing, specifically processing and production, is an industrial sector that traditionally has been highly energy- and carbon-intensive, significantly contributing to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Food manufacturing is a critical area of opportunity to advance industrial decarbonization and electrification efforts, but it faces many unique barriers and challenges due to its diversity. Food processing and production costs tend to be higher in California than elsewhere, potentially making it difficult for in-state companies’ products to compete with similar products produced outside of the state. Supporting the updates and improvements of food production facilities with technologies that are energy efficient, decarbonizing, or both will reduce operating costs and GHG...
The Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program makes it easier for Californians to drive less by making sure housing, jobs, and key destinations are accessible by walking, biking, and transit. https://sgc.ca.gov/programs/ahsc/ The Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program (AHSC) builds healthier communities and protects the environment by increasing the supply of affordable places to live near jobs, stores, transit, and other daily needs. Personal vehicle use is, by far, the most significant source of greenhouse gas emissions in California. AHSC reduces these emissions by funding projects that make it easier for residents to get out of their cars and walk, bike, or take public transit. Funded by auction proceeds from California’s Cap-and-Trade emissions...
The purpose of this solicitation is to provide funding for Tribes, Tribal Organizations, and Tribally-owned businesses for: EV Charging Infrastructure, EV Infrastructure Planning, EV Workforce Training and Development. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $10 million in grant funds for projects that will accelerate zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) adoption among California Native American tribes by funding electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, EV infrastructure planning, and EV workforce training and development. CEC recognizes that with adequate resources that foster tribal energy sovereignty and independence, California tribes are poised to be important partners in reaching the...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund projects that develop and demonstrate technologies to reduce impacts from scaling and corrosion at geothermal power plants in California or advance processes to enhance the recovery of lithium and other valuable minerals from geothermal brine at the Salton Sea geothermal field. As the state transitions to 100 percent clean electricity, geothermal energy can serve as an important complementary renewable resource that can also support grid reliability by supplying baseload or dispatchable power. California in-state generation of geothermal energy in 2019 was 10,943 gigawatt-hours (GWh), which represents more than 5 percent of the total in-state generation; however, only a small fraction of the geothermal resources in California with the potential...
This funding provides loans to rehabilitate, capitalize operating subsidy reserves for, and extend the long-term affordability of department-funded housing projects that have an affordability restriction that have expired, or that will expire by 12/31/33, or are otherwise at risk for conversion to market rate due to having been foreclosed on by the Department or by another public lender. The goal is to preserve existing affordable housing. The PRP NOFA is restricted to HCD-funded multifamily rental housing projects whose regulatory agreement(s) expire no later than 12/31/33. There is a $10 million small project set aside (for projects of no more than 20 units), a $25 million set aside for projects that have been foreclosed on by HCD or another public lender, and a $25 million set aside...
Victim Impact Grant RFA
closedVI Grants is for eligible nonprofit organizations to deliver victim impact programs at one or more CDCR institutions. VI programs are victim focused restorative justice programs provided by community-based organizations. These programs must employ restorative justice principles, have an emphasis on incarcerated individual accountability, and provide opportunities for incarcerated individuals to understand the impact of the harm caused by crime. Victim Impact Grants will distribute $1 million in grant funds per year for two terms ($2 million total) amongst eligible nonprofit organizations to fund victim impact programs in one or more CDCR institutions. The grant period begins on July 1, 2024, and ends on June 30, 2026. Grant award breakdowns can be found in Grant Funding section.
The Farm & Ranch Solid Waste Clean Up & Abatement Grant program offers financial support to address the cleanup & prevention of illegal dumping on properties designated for agricultural purposes, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Each FY, there are 4 application cycles, & this is the fourth cycle. CalRecycle administers this program in accordance with Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code. The project sites eligible for the grant must be located on 'farm and ranch' property, encompassing both private and public land, where the owner is not held responsible for the illegal disposal. The definition of 'farm and ranch' property can be found in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees are given approximately two years to complete the...
This third round of Behavioral Health Bridge Housing (BHBH) Program funding will provide $265,000,000 to county behavioral health agencies (BHAs) for use in the expanded implementation of bridge housing services for Californians experiencing homelessness who have serious behavioral health conditions (a serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder). Through the Behavioral Health Bridge Housing (BHBH) Program, the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) will provide $1.5 billion in funding to operate bridge housing settings to address the immediate and sustainable housing needs of people experiencing homelessness who have serious behavioral health conditions, including a serious mental illness (SMI) and/or substance use disorder (SUD). The program, which was signed into...
DTSC’s Cleanup in Vulnerable Communities Initiative Technical Assistance Grant (TAG) will provide approximately $1.5 million in grant funding to California community organizations to engage in the cleanup process of contaminated properties in their communities. The TAG program provides funds ranging from $40,000 to $150,000 to eligible communities to hire independent Technical Advisors (TAs) with the goal to effectively communicate technical information to communities so they can become more involved and informed about Response Actions (cleanup sites). Response Actions include activities performed to address a release or potential release of contamination at a property under DTSC oversight. TAG funds can be used to fund services provided by independent TAs, including Community Science...
CAL FIRE's Wood Products and Bioenergy team seeks to maintain and enhance the wood products infrastructure of California to promote healthy resilient forests throughout the state by supporting a diverse set of business development and workforce development projects. Eligible business development projects include facilities, operations, and professional services that support the restoration of healthy, resilient forests. Eligible workforce development projects include universities, colleges, government and community organizations, and businesses that aim to increase workforce capacity in the fields of logging, fuels treatment, transportation, manufacturing, or other support services that bolster the development of a resilient forest sector workforce. Research and development...
The purpose of this solicitation is to develop and demonstrate a decision tool that can provide homeowners with detailed information on their electricity use and panel capacity and provide actionable pathways to achieve electrification. The purpose of this solicitation is to develop and demonstrate a decision tool that can provide homeowners with detailed information on their electricity use and panel capacity and provide actionable pathways to achieve electrification. This information can: 1) Help electricians verify whether the existing electrical panel is adequate for the electrification options planned by homeowners. 2) Help homeowners decide if they need to upsize their electrical service panel to allow for partial or full electrification; and 3) Provide homeowners with...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) offers the Local Conservation Corps SB 1013 Grant Program pursuant to SB 1013, Chapter 610, Section 34 (Atkins). The purpose of the grant is to support beverage container litter reduction programs and beverage container recycling programs. The beverage container recycling programs implemented with SB1013 funding include activities that expand opportunities for beverage container recycling in unserved convenience zones. Activities may include, but are not limited to: > Collection, clean-up, sorting, storage, and transfer of beverage containers. > Communication and coordination with local and state government agencies, businesses, schools, multi-family complexes, and large venues to implement recycling programs and...
HOME American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Program – Rental Housing Development – Tribal Applicants
closedThe HOME-ARP program provides funding for the acquisition, new construction, and rehabilitation of rental housing for qualifying populations and low-income households in California through a competitive application process. The HOME-ARP Program is a one time allocation awarded to to states, units of local government, insular areas, and consortia of units of general local government that qualified for an allocation of HOME funds in Fiscal Year 2021. Funding is intented to address the need for homelessness assistance and supportive services specifically for qualifying populations defined as homeless, at risk of homelessness, fleeing, or attempting to flee domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking and other vulnerable populations at risk of housing...
Innovative Partnerships
closedThe OCAP is currently accepting applications to fund up to six qualified Applicants to implement grants for the following purpose(s): to develop regional collaborative networks between Child Abuse Prevention Councils (CAPCs) and community stakeholders to improve child abuse prevention outcomes, build protective factors and improve child, parent, family, and community wellbeing. Selected grantees will develop regional collaborative networks between Child Abuse Prevention Councils (CAPCs) and community stakeholders to improve child abuse prevention outcomes, build protective factors and improve child, parent, family, and community wellbeing.
This grant opportunity will result in agreement(s) with public, private, and nonprofit organizations, including faith-based and community-based organizations (CBOs), for training and support that facilitates the training and placement of peer personnel. Applicants must implement a peer personnel training and placement program that contains recruitment and outreach, career counseling, training, placement, support, evaluation, and if applicable, financial assistance.
The California State Library’s LSTA Community Impact grants opportunity helps California’s libraries respond effectively to local needs and align services with local community aspirations; support experimentation and research and development in California’s libraries; and provide training and support in grant writing and grant management for the California library community. We invite libraries and other eligible organizations to apply for funding to support local and collaborative projects that address community needs and align with community aspirations. Projects should be guided by the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Projects should align with goal one of the State Library’s current LSTA Five Year Plan. We are especially interested in projects from library...
The purpose of the Program is to support emerging Family Justice Centers (FJCs) to meet the criteria defined in California Penal Code § 13750.
The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Public entities bear a financial responsibility for maintaining public landfill sites in compliance with state regulations and standards. The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Eligible projects include...
Support federally-recognized tribes located in California that serve populations in areas at moderate to high risk from natural disasters. Tribal governments can work independently, with other tribal governments, or with local community-based organizations (CBOs) to provide disaster preparedness information and resources to vulnerable communities. The purpose of the Listos California Tribal Grant (LI) Program is to support federally-recognized tribes located in California that serve populations in areas at moderate to high risk from natural disasters. Tribal governments can work independently, with other tribal governments, or with local community-based organizations (CBOs) to provide disaster preparedness information and resources to vulnerable communities. This work is intended to...
The Grants and Cooperative Agreements (GCA) Program provides for well managed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation by providing financial assistance to eligible agencies and organizations that develop, maintain, operate, expand, support, or contribute to well managed, high-quality, OHV Recreation areas, roads, and trails, and to responsibly maintain the wildlife, soils, and habitat in a manner that will sustain long-term OHV Recreation. The GCA Program supports the planning, acquisition, development, maintenance, administration, operation, enforcement, restoration, and conservation of trails, trailheads, areas, and other facilities associated with the use of Off-Highway Motor Vehicles, and programs involving Off-Highway Motor Vehicle safety and/or education.
Provide funding to new and existing CERT programs to support projects that help prepare vulnerable and underserved populations including: providing CERT training in languages other than English, providing CERT training to underserved and/or populations that are at high risk for disasters, providing accommodations for training participants that have access or functional needs, such as English as a Second Language (ESL) interpretation. The purpose of the Listos California CERT Support Grant (LC) Program is to provide funding to new and existing CERT programs to support projects that help prepare vulnerable and underserved populations including: providing CERT training in languages other than English, providing CERT training to underserved and/or populations that are at high risk for...
Support organizations throughout California that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Community-based organizations (CBOs) throughout the State subgrant to a variety of local CBO partners to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by emergencies. The purpose of the Listos California Statewide Grant (LS) Program is to support organizations throughout California that serve multiple counties with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Community-based organizations (CBOs) throughout the State subgrant to a variety of local CBO partners to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by...
Support organizations throughout California that serve smaller communities with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Community-based organizations (CBOS) throughout the State can work independently or subgrant with local CBOs to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately impacted by emergencies. The purpose of the Listos California Target Grant (LG) Program is to support organizations throughout California that serve smaller communities with equity priority factors located in areas at moderate to high risk of disaster. Community-based organizations (CBOS) throughout the State can work independently or subgrant with local CBOs to provide disaster training and resources to diverse populations disproportionately...
To support new and existing projects developing or enhancing youth programs that introduce and educate about emergency preparedness. The primary goal is to develop and grow lifesaving skills for youth that can be used at home, school, and in their communities; assist in the discovery of career options in fire and emergency management; as well as promote engagement in community service outreach events. The purpose of the Listos California Youth Development Grant (LY) Program is to support new and existing projects developing or enhancing youth programs that introduce and educate about emergency preparedness. The primary goal is to develop and grow lifesaving skills for youth that can be used at home, school, and in their communities; assist in the discovery of career options in fire and...
To study problems of beach erosion and to construct projects to stabilize beaches and shoreline areas either through the strategic placement of sand or via hard structures like seawalls, groins, and rock revetments in concentrated areas to protect vital public infrastructure. The authority for the Shoreline Erosion Control Grant Program (Harbors and Navigation Code 65-67.4) was part of the legislation that created the Department of Navigation and Ocean Development, the predecessor agency to the Department of Boating and Waterways. Many projects in this program are partially funded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, with the State paying up to 50% of the cost of the local sponsor’s required project cost share for construction.
The restoration, enhancement, and nourishment of public beaches through the cost-effective engineered placement of sand on the beach or in the nearshore environment. The Public Beach Restoration Grant Program was created in 1999 via the Public Beach Restoration Act (Harbors and Navigation Code 69.5-69.9, AB64–Ducheny). Carefully planned beach restoration can minimize the erosive forces of ocean waves to protect vital public infrastructure and accommodate the recreational needs of visitors to California’s beaches. This program is also consistent with the California Natural Resources Agency’s Shoreline Erosion Protection Policy (1978) favoring beach nourishment as a method of erosion control.
Support planning and development of enforcement programs on conservation lands The Conservancy is seeking to fund one planning and organizational development project to design and establish a collaborative enforcement program for conservation land and open space in the Coachella Valley.
Proposition 1 Grant Program
closedImplement the California Water Action Plan in the Coachella Valley Eligible Applicants include state or local public agencies, nonprofit organizations, tribes recognized by the state or federal government and mutual water companies. Any project that meets the statutory objectives of Proposition 1 will be considered, but applications for the following types of projects are particularly encouraged: Conservation land acquisition projects that preserve watersheds or habitat areas for endangered species; Watershed restoration or enhancement projects; or Infrastructure projects that improve water management to reduce use or enhance efficient, or prevent flooding.
The County Medical Services Program (CMSP) Loan Repayment Program assists with the repayment of qualified educational loans for primary care healthcare professionals who provide healthcare services at an approved site located in the 35 CMSP counties. The County Medical Services Program Loan Repayment Program (CMSP LRP) awards successful applicants $50,000 for a two-year, full-time commitment and $25,000 for a two-year, half-time commitment. Applicants must work in a CMSP qualified site located in one of the 35 CMSP counties.
The basis of the California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Broadband Public Housing Account is to provide grants and loans to finance projects to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities. The CASF Broadband Public Housing Account provides grants and loans to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities including, but not limited to, publicly supported housing developments, farmworker housing, and other housing developments or mobile home parks with low-income residents that do not have access to any broadband service provider that offers free broadband service that meets or exceeds state standards for the residents of the low-income community. The allocated funding for the Broadband...
The California Advanced Services Fund Broadband Adoption Account provides grants that will increase publicly available or after-school broadband access and digital inclusion, such as grants for digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption. The California Public Utilities Commission will give preference to programs and projects in communities with demonstrated low broadband access, including low-income communities, senior citizen communities, and communities facing socioeconomic barriers to broadband adoption. Eligible Projects: Digital Literacy Projects- Digital inclusion projects may include digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption, including low-income communities...
Teens Succeed
closedThe California State Library’s LSTA grant opportunities: Support improvement, innovation, and experimentation in library services; Build capacity among the California library community in grant-writing and grant management; and Help California’s local libraries develop services that effectively respond to community needs and align with community aspirations. The Teens Succeed opportunity provides grant funding for teen internships, with a focus on developing teens’ social emotional learning and workforce readiness skills. The purpose of this grant program is to address the challenges teens face in the aftereffects of the pandemic and to help prepare youth for success in life.
Play for All
closedThe California State Library’s LSTA grant opportunities: Support improvement, innovation, and experimentation in library services; Build capacity among the California library community in grant-writing and grant management; and Help California’s local libraries develop services that effectively respond to community needs and align with community aspirations. The Play for All funding opportunity provides grants to help California libraries design and create welcoming family play spaces and offer meaningful programming around play for marginalized young children. The purpose of these grants is to support libraries in addressing the barriers and inequitable access to quality play spaces and play-based programming young children may experience in marginalized, under-resourced, and...
The California State Library’s LSTA grant opportunities: Support improvement, innovation, and experimentation in library services; Build capacity among the California library community in grant-writing and grant management; and Help California’s local libraries develop services that effectively respond to community needs and align with community aspirations. The California State Library invites public libraries to apply for funding to build our shared statewide collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks, accessible to every library in the state. The collection, currently consisting of over 150,000 copies of over 90,000 titles, is designed to meet the recreational and informational reading needs of California’s diverse communities. Many titles are licensed for simultaneous use. The...
The California State Library’s LSTA grant opportunities: Support improvement, innovation, and experimentation in library services; Build capacity among the California library community in grant-writing and grant management; and Help California’s local libraries develop services that effectively respond to community needs and align with community aspirations. The Sustainable California Libraries grant program funds climate and sustainability related community-driven programming for adults and intergenerational groups. The initiative also fosters connections between California library workers supporting climate resilience in communities. The purpose of these grants is to fund services, programming, and educational opportunities focused on sustainability and climate resilience. About 8...
The California Fruit Tree, Nut Tree, and Grapevine Improvement Advisory Board (IAB) funds research to promote the production of fruit tree, nut tree, and grapevines resulting in improved nursery stock. The intended research should address important disease and pest problems or other cultural aspects of fruit tree, nut tree, and grapevine nursery stock production. Funding is made possible from industry assessments. Projects funded through the California Fruit Tree, Nut Tree, and Grapevine Improvement Advisory Board (IAB) commonly include elements such as research of diseases and genetic disorders, variety identification, education and outreach, alternative treatment methods, and rootstock advancements as it relates to the production of high-quality tree and grapevine nursery stock.
Assist local government agencies with funding for marine law enforcement. This program provides state financial aid to local government agencies whose waterways have high usage of boaters and insufficient tax base to fully fund a marine law enforcement boating safety program.
The Family Homelessness Challenge Grant (FHC) provides competitive grants and technical assistance to local jurisdictions to promote rapid innovation and expand promising practices to create scalable solutions that can be shared across the state to address and ultimately end family homelessness. FHC was established for the purpose of providing one-time grants and technical assistance to local jurisdictions and continuums of care to address and end family homelessness. There is a total of $15 million available in FHC-2 funds, which is the second and final round of funding for the FHC program. The FHC-2 program seeks to fund current eligible FHC-1 grantees who submit an innovative proposal that expands, complements, augments, and/or strengthens their FHC-1 proposal by making families’...
The principal goal of this program is to make funding available to eligible Local Governments in California for housing-related projects and programs that assist in addressing the unmet housing needs of their local communities. B. Eligible Activities 1. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, or moderate-income households, including necessary Operating subsidies.2. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of Affordable rental and ownership housing, including Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), that meets the needs of a growing workforce earning up to 120 percent of Area Median Income (AMI), or 150 percent of...
The purpose of the MIT-RIP program is to assist local Jurisdictions with Mitigation-related infrastructure needs to support risk reduction from the three primary hazards (wildfire, flooding, and earthquake) as established within the Mitigation Needs Assessment (MNA). Projects should be consistent with applicable planning documents (e.g., Local Hazard Mitigation Plan). The program prioritizes Projects that benefit vulnerable and LMI populations as well as those located inside the Most Impacted and Distressed area (MID) or documented to impact the MID. Per the grant requirements program funds must benefit the MID and 50 percent of the program funds are required to benefit LMI persons. Additionally, for CDBG-MIT funds to be used as the non-federal cost share local match, the Project must...
Opportunity Young Adult (OYA) Career Pathway Program Grant for Program Year 2023-24 (PY 23-24)
closedThe OYA Career Pathway Program for PY 23-24 grants will be to design and implement projects that focus on creating pathways to success that test and demonstrate program strategies to improve employment outcomes and reduce persistent economic inequities for OYA 18-28 years of age. The OYA Career Pathway Program for PY 23-24 grants will be to design and implement projects that focus on creating pathways to success that test and demonstrate program strategies to improve employment outcomes and reduce persistent economic inequities for OYA 18-28 years of age. The OYA Career Pathway Program should position OYA to obtain access to good-quality jobs , including jobs that pay family-sustaining wages, offer benefits, have predictable hours, opportunities for career advancement, and worker voice...
The purpose of the EMPG Program for Federally-Recognized Tribes in California (FY 2023 Tribal EMPG) is to assist federally-recognized tribes in preparing for all hazards. Funds provided under this Program must be used to support activities that effectively contribute to the tribe’s capability to prevent, prepare for, mitigate against, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters, whether natural or man-made. Each year, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the EMPG Program. The intent of the Program is to support state, local, and tribal efforts to protect against, mitigate the effects of, respond to, and recover from natural or human-caused disasters and other catastrophic...
The Department of Fish and Wildlife (Department) distributes federal funds through the Endangered Species Conservation and Recovery Grant Program in coordination with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. The objective of this Program is to help develop and implement state programs to conserve and recover federally threatened and endangered species. Applications must be developed in coordination with, and submitted by, a Department employee. The Department of Fish and Wildlife (Department) is seeking high quality proposals for projects that will further the conservation and recovery of federally listed threatened and endangered wildlife, plant, and certain fish species in California. Eligible projects are those which target species that are federally listed as threatened, endangered...
The intent of CAL FIRE's Forest Health Research Program is to fund scientific research that expands our knowledge in topics related to forest health and wildland fire. The outcomes of these projects will support agencies, organizations, landowners, and policy makers, while furthering the goals of the California Forest and Wildfire Resilience Action Plan and California Climate Investments. The application will consist of a concept proposal followed by review and selection. Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal followed by a second review and selection period. Concept proposals are due by 3 p.m. (PST), January 31, 2024. Full invited proposals are due by 3 p.m. (PDT), April 17, 2024. The Forest Health Research Program (hereafter “Research Program”) was established...
This bill requires funding competitive grants to counties, and require counties receiving grants to use these funds for various purposes relating to the treatment of substance use disorders and the provision of medication-assisted treatment. Per authorizing statute, “Medication-Assisted Treatment” (MAT) means the use of any United States Food and Drug Administration-approved medically assisted therapy to treat a substance use disorder, including opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder, and that, whenever possible, is provided through a program licensed or certified by the State Department of Health Care Services. Authorizing legislation allows counties to use these grant funds in support of MAT initiatives in an in-custody setting, a post-release setting, or a combination of both. ...
The RSAT Program assists states and local governments in developing and implementing substance usedisorder treatment programs in local detention facilities, and supports efforts to create and maintain community-based aftercare services for individuals who are/have been justice involved. Historically, the California RSAT Program has funded local detention facilities to provide in-custody treatment services with an aftercare component requirement. The goals of the RSAT Program are to enhance the capability local units of government to provide substance use disorder treatment for people who are incarcerated; prepare individuals who are/have been justice involved for their reintegration into the communities from which they came by incorporating reentry planning activities into treatment...
The California Regional Environmental Education Community (CREEC) Network Grant will assist kindergarten through grade twelve educators with integrating academic content areas with environmental literacy. Proposed projects must meet the goals and requirements outlined in the CREEC Request for Applications and provide services to educators in regions of California to help connect them to local environmentally focused resources, initiatives, education programs and sites with the goal of increasing students' environmental literacy levels.
The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Distributed Electricity Backup Assets (DEBA) Program announces the availability of up to $150 million in grant funds for the purchase and installation of efficiency upgrades and capacity additions to existing bulk grid power generators in California that will serve as emergency supply for the state’s electrical grid during extreme events (as defined in Public Resources Code [PRC] section 25790.5[b]). This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Distributed Electricity Backup Assets (DEBA) Program announces the availability of up to $150 million in grant funds for the purchase and installation of efficiency upgrades and capacity additions to existing bulk grid power generators in California that will serve...
The purpose of the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) program is to build resilience in the middle of the food supply chain; to provide more and better markets to small farms and food businesses; to support the development of value-added products for consumers, fair prices, and fair wages; and create new and safe job opportunities. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), will conduct a competitive solicitation to award RFSI funds to projects that maintain and improve food and agricultural supply chain resiliency. Projects should support infrastructure in the middle-of-the-supply-chain for California food and farm businesses and other eligible entities. The food supply chain involves the following...
The goals of the Stamp Project are to protect, preserve, restore, enhance, and develop migratory waterfowl breeding and wintering habitat, evaluate habitat projects, and conduct waterfowl resource assessments and other waterfowl related research. To achieve these goals the Department has adopted the following four objectives: -Identify activities which are needed for the conservation and maintenance of California's waterfowl habitat on public land.-Develop and fund project-specific strategies to protect, enhance, maintain or restore significant waterfowl habitat on public land.-Develop and fund project-specific strategies to conserve waterfowl populations.-Develop, administer, and fund a grants program for waterfowl conservation. To accomplish the objectives, the Department is...
The Trauma Recovery Center Grant funds centers throughout California that assist victims of violent crime. These centers provide wrap-around services and assist victims who are typically unserved and underserved communities. The Trauma Recovery Center (TRC) Grant funds organizations that operate throughout California to provide survivors of violent crime access to mental health or social services that may not be accessible for them through existing avenues. The TRC model offers wrap-around clinical services and cost-effective solutions for under- or unserved survivors and includes assertive outreach, clinical case management, assistance with law enforcement, referral to community resources and trauma-informed treatment. TRCs are meant to meet the victim where they are and serve each...
Funds can be used for acquisition and/or development projects to create new parks or substantially improve public parks in economically disadvantaged communities, within incorporated cities and towns with a population of at least 30,000. Projects must create new outdoor recreation opportunities. Up to $15 million may be requested per application. ORLP Program is a federal National Park Service (NPS) grant program. ORLP involves two competitive layers. First the California Department of Parks and Recreation's Office of Grants and Local Services (OGALS) competitively reviews applications. Second, OGALS forwards selected applications to NPS to compete in the nationwide competition. California's initial application requirements are explained at www.parks.ca.gov/orlp
The Farm & Ranch Solid Waste Clean Up & Abatement Grant program offers financial support to address the cleanup & prevention of illegal dumping on properties designated for agricultural purposes, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Each FY, there are 4 application cycles, & this is the second one. CalRecycle administers this program in accordance with Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code. The project sites eligible for the grant must be located on 'farm and ranch' property, encompassing both private and public land, where the owner is not held responsible for the illegal disposal. The definition of 'farm and ranch' property can be found in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees are given approximately two years to complete the project(s)...
The Natural Community Conservation Planning Local Assistance Grant (NCCP LAG) Program and the 30x30 Grant Program are intended to assist local public and non-profit entities with the highest priority tasks needed to implement NCCPs, and for projects associated with the planning and implementation of NCCPs and/or Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs). The Natural Community Conservation Planning (NCCP) 30x30 Grant Program has up to $28.5 million available for projects associated with the planning and implementation of NCCPs and/or Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs). That total funding amount will cover projects that were received during the initial solicitation (2023 Natural Community Conservation Planning Local Assistance Grant Program and 30 X 30 Grant Program Solicitation June 5, 2023...
SWEEP’s objective is to provide financial incentives for California agricultural operations to invest in irrigation systems that save water and reduce GHG emissions. Through this solicitation SWEEP will award approximately $21 million to California agricultural operations investing in irrigation systems that reduce GHG emissions and save water. The maximum grant award is $200,000. The maximum grant duration is 18 months. Recipients must complete projects no later than 18 months after the start of the grant agreement. California farmers, ranchers and California Native American Tribes are eligible to apply. CDFA will reserve twenty-five percent (25 percent) of the funds for farmers and ranchers who identify as belonging to a socially disadvantaged group as defined by the Farmer Equity...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) provides funding support to research and outreach projects focused on protecting vineyards, preventing the spread of pests and diseases, and delivering practical and sustainable solutions. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) accepts proposals for research and outreach projects on the following serious pests and diseases of winegrapes: Pierce’s disease and its vectors, especially the glassy-winged sharpshooter; brown marmorated stink bug; grapevine fanleaf disease; grapevine leafroll disease; grapevine red blotch disease; mealybug pests of winegrapes; spotted lanternfly. ...
The NHTF program provides funding for the acquisition, new construction, and rehabilitation of permanent rental housing for extremely low-income households in California through a competitive application process. The NHTF Program is a federal formula grant that provides annual allocations to states to increase and preserve the supply of decent, safe, and sanitary affordable housing specifically for extremely low-income households, defined as having income at or below 30 percent (30%) of the Area Median Income (“AMI”) or income less than the federal poverty line (whichever is greater). If the total national allocation for any fiscal year exceeds $1 billion, the Department may use up to 25% of its annual NHTF allocation to serve very low-income households defined as income at or below 50...
The NHTF program provides funding for the acquisition, new construction, and rehabilitation of permanent rental housing for extremely low-income households in California through a competitive application process. The NHTF Program is a federal formula grant that provides annual allocations to states to increase and preserve the supply of decent, safe, and sanitary affordable housing specifically for extremely low-income households, defined as having income at or below 30 percent (30%) of the Area Median Income (“AMI”) or income less than the federal poverty line (whichever is greater). If the total national allocation for any fiscal year exceeds $1 billion, the Department may use up to 25% of its annual NHTF allocation to serve very low-income households defined as income at or below 50...
Public Defense Pilot Program funds must be used for the provision of indigent defense services, including public defenders, alternate defenders, and other qualifying entities that provide indigent defense in criminal matters for the purposes of workload associated with Sections 1172.1, 1172.6, 1473.7, and 3051 of the Penal Code. The State Budget Act of 2021 (Senate Bill 129, Chapter 129, Statutes of 2021) established the Public Defense Pilot Program. PDPP funds must be utilized for indigent defense providers, including public defenders, alternate defenders, and other qualifying entities that provide indigent defense in criminal matters for the purposes of workload associated with Sections 1172.1, 1172.6, 1473.7, and 3051 of, the Penal Code. Any questions concerning this program must be...
Funding is available to federally recognized Indian tribes in California to support efforts to identify, collect case-level data, publicize, and investigate and solve cases involving missing and murdered indigenous people. The State Budget Act of 2022 (Senate Bill 154, Chapter 43, Statutes of 2022) established the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Grant Program. Funding is available to federally recognized Indian tribes in California to support efforts to identify, collect caselevel data, publicize, and investigate and solve cases involving missing and murdered indigenous people. Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Grant Program proposals must be received by 5:00 P.M. (PST) on Friday, March 15, 2024. Applications for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Grant Program must...
The purpose of the Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions is to advance economic justice for populations and communities impacted by cannabis prohibition and the War on Drugs by providing support to local jurisdictions as they promote equity in California and eliminate barriers to enter the newly regulated cannabis industry for equity program applicants and licensees. On November 8, 2016, California voters approved Proposition 64, the Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA). In its statement of purpose and intent, AUMA calls for regulating cannabis in a way that “reduces barriers to entry into the legal, regulated market.” GO-Biz administers the Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions to aid local equity program efforts to support...
Road to Resilience Grant
closedThis RFA will award competitive grant funds to partnerships that, through interagency collaboration and integration of services, identify and serve pregnant individuals with known histories of substance use, pregnant individuals with current substance use, and parents/caregivers of substance-exposed infants. Selected grantees will provide the priority population, their infants, and their families in-home case management that links them to community-based agencies and resources for parenting and concrete supports to mitigate risks of substance exposure and maltreatment to infants. Grantees will do so through developing or strengthening collaborative partnerships among health service providers, county and/or tribal child welfare, county public health, behavioral health, and community-based...
This research will support a field study to quantify and characterize residents’ exposure to indoor air pollutants generated from kitchen stoves (gas, electric, and induction) in multifamily homes. The purpose of this solicitation is to fund an applied research and development project that will support a field study to quantify and characterize residents’ exposure to indoor air pollutants generated from kitchen stoves (gas, electric, and induction) in multifamily homes. Research resulting from this solicitation will provide an empirically grounded framework for quantifying air pollutant exposures from kitchen ranges in varying multifamily housing conditions. This quantitative framework may, in turn, help guide future intervention policies such as building ventilation and electrification. ...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund emerging power electronics technologies that improve affordability and simplify the complexity and time required for installing and integrating zero-emission backup power systems for powering critical loads during grid outages. This solicitation aims to lower the cost and reduce the time to install zero-emission behind-the-meter (BTM) backup power systems in existing residential buildings such as homes and multifamily dwellings. Current zero-emission BTM backup power options are expensive not only due to high up-front costs of the generation or storage source, but also the balance-of-system (BOS) costs incurred when altering an existing building to accommodate the new backup power system. BOS costs encompass all the components and activities...
The SSBCI TA Program provides recipient jurisdictions funding for: (1) capital readiness programs for existing small businesses and start-ups, and (2) technical assistance to small businesses applying for SSBCI funding and other government small business capital programs. SSBCI is designed to magnify the effects of the federal funds allocated through the program by stimulating increased investment in the small business community. As part of CalOSBA’s commitment to Governor Newsom’s California for ALL, the office will also incorporate separate, complimentary, and competitive funding categories to support the success of California’s SSBCI TA Grant Program and reach as many targeted businesses and individuals as possible throughout the business lifecycle. Central to the design of the...
This program’s central purpose is to ensure that the events surrounding the exclusion, forced removal, and internment of civilians and permanent resident aliens of Japanese ancestry during World War II will be remembered and that the causes and circumstance of these and other similar civil-liberty violations may be illuminated and understood. The California Civil Liberties Public Education Program is guided by California Education Code Sections 13000, 13015, 13020, 13025, and 13030. This competitive grant program supports the creation and dissemination of educational and public awareness resources concerning the history and the lessons of civil rights violations or civil liberties injustices carried out against communities or populations. These include, but are not limited to, civil...
The California State Library seeks to procure expertise in the continued development and execution of the High-Speed Broadband for California Libraries program, specifically the Collaborative Connectivity Grant Program. The resulting award is intended to support the administrative efforts associated with programmatic administration of the Grant Program as detailed below. As a Charter Associate of the nonprofit Corporation for Education Networking Initiatives in California (CENIC), the California State Library offers all public libraries in California the opportunity to connect to the California Research and Education Network (CalREN) and thereby obtain fast, reliable, low-cost broadband access to their communities via one of the world’s premier educational broadband networks. As part of...
Accelerate California: Inclusive Innovation Hub Program Round 3 seeks applications from Inland Empire-based organizations to administer a grant program for the California Office of the Small Business Advocate. This program aims to expedite the startup and growth of innovation-based firms in San Bernardino and Riverside counties, focusing on diverse founders, including women, people of color, and underserved regions. With the state facing global competition for talent and leadership in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, research, and education, California must expand its innovation capacity by leveraging the resources, creativity, and ingenuity that exists across all geographic regions of the state. Through a new California initiative, the Accelerate California: Inclusive...
The purpose of the MIT-RIP program is to assist local Jurisdictions with Mitigation-related infrastructure needs to support risk reduction from the three primary hazards (wildfire, flooding, and earthquake) as established within the Mitigation Needs Assessment (MNA). Projects should be consistent with applicable planning documents (e.g., Local Hazard Mitigation Plan). The program prioritizes Projects that benefit vulnerable and LMI populations as well as those located inside the Most Impacted and Distressed area (MID) or documented to impact the MID. Per the grant requirements program funds must benefit the MID and 50 percent of the program funds are required to benefit LMI persons. Additionally, for CDBG-MIT funds to be used as the non-federal cost share local match, the Project must...
2017/2018 CDBG MIT-PPS
closedThe purpose of the MIT-RIP program is to assist local Jurisdictions with Mitigation-related infrastructure needs to support risk reduction from the three primary hazards (wildfire, flooding, and earthquake) as established within the Mitigation Needs Assessment (MNA). Projects should be consistent with applicable planning documents (e.g., Local Hazard Mitigation Plan). The program prioritizes Projects that benefit vulnerable and LMI populations as well as those located inside the Most Impacted and Distressed area (MID) or documented to impact the MID. Per the grant requirements program funds must benefit the MID and 50 percent of the program funds are required to benefit LMI persons. Additionally, for CDBG-MIT funds to be used as the non-federal cost share local match, the Project must...
CAL FIRE Forest Health
closedCAL FIRE’s Forest Health Program funds active restoration and reforestation activities aimed at providing for more resilient and sustained forests to ensure future existence of forests in California while also mitigating climate change, protecting communities from fire risk, strengthening rural economies and improving California’s water & air. This Fiscal Year 2023-24 solicitation includes two different grant types:• Forest Health • Forest Health Post-Fire Reforestation and Regeneration
This is a competitive block grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program is seeking a block grant Recipient to design and implement an up to $375,000,000 incentive program to fund incentive projects for California local educational agencies (LEAs). Incentive projects are defined as individually awarded incentives to LEAs for zero-emission school bus infrastructure projects. The incentive program will prioritize zero-emission school bus infrastructure awards, but when an LEA provides sufficient information to demonstrate significant barriers to the adoption of zero-emission technology, and alternate approaches to decrease internal combustion vehicle use is not appropriate, the block grant incentive program may fund infrastructure for renewable...
The Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) funds and facilitates research and education to advance the environmentally safe and agronomically sound use and handling of fertilizing materials. FREP serves growers, agricultural supply and service professionals, extension personnel, public agencies, consultants, and other interested parties. Each year, FREP solicits proposals for outreach, education, demonstration, and research projects that address FREP's funding priorities. Grant funding of $75,000 per year for up to three years is available in the 2024 grant cycle. FREP invites project proposals in three priority areas: 1- Nutrient and Irrigation Technical Education 2- Improving Nutrient and Irrigation Management A. Evaluating Challenges and Barriers to Adoption of...
The purpose of this program is to facilitate the enrollment, attendance, and success in school of homeless children and youth; and ensure homeless children and youth have equal access to the same free, appropriate, public education as provided to all other students. The California Department of Education (CDE) is pleased to announce the opportunity for county offices of education (COEs) to apply for the Education for Homeless Children and Youth (EHCY) Program grant for fiscal years 2024–27. These federal funds are made available to support all efforts to ensure that homeless children and youth have equal access to the same free appropriate public education, including public preschool education, as provided to other children and youth.
The purpose of this program is to facilitate the enrollment, attendance, and success in school of homeless children and youth; and ensure homeless children and youth have equal access to the same free, appropriate, public education as provided to all other students. Services provided cannot replace the regular academic program and must be designed to expand or improve services that are part of the school’s regular academic program. The California Department of Education (CDE) is pleased to announce the opportunity for local educational agencies (LEAs) to apply for the Education for Homeless Children and Youth (EHCY) Program grant for fiscal years 2024–2027. These federal funds are made available to support all efforts to ensure that homeless children and youth have equal access to the...
The Tribal Capacity Building Pilot Program provides funding and technical assistance to California Native American tribes, enhancing their staff capacity to advance tribes’ climate-related work. The goal of the Pilot Program is to help tribes develop long-term capacity to secure funding and implement tribal-led climate solutions. California Native American tribes (federally recognized and non-federally recognized) can receive up to $250,000 to fund staff salaries and activities that advance tribe’s climate-related work over a two-year grant term. These activities may include planning, securing funding for, and implementing projects related to climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience. Tribes will work with a technical assistance provider and receive no-cost, flexible support that...
The purpose of this program is to help stop pet overpopulation in California by providing funds for spay/neuter services to municipalities and non‐profit organizations in California. The revenue received from the sale and renewal of the license plate is awarded annually through grant agreements to eligible organizations. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is pleased to announce a competitive solicitation process to award up to $350,000 in funding under the 2024 Pet Lover’s License Plate Program. This program is funded by fees associated with the original purchase, annual renewal, and conversion of Pet Lover’s license plates from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. The purpose of this program is to help stop pet overpopulation in California by providing...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $10,796,266 in grant funds for projects that will support the advancement of hydrogen refueling station operations and maintenance (O&M) to improve the customer experience. The intention of this solicitation is to enable station owners and/or operators to invest in O&M activities that will result in long-lasting improvements to station reliability and the customer experience. While this support will be in the form of one-time O&M grants, the objective is to enable station owners and/or operators to implement technical, organizational, or other changes that will have measurable long-term benefits. Where appropriate, station owners and/or...
California Small Business and Nonprofit COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Relief Grant Program
closedThe Program will award funds to eligible businesses and nonprofits that have incurred costs for COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave pursuant to Sections 248.6 and 248.7 of the Labor Code. This Program was created in accordance with California AB 152 and is administered by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA). Application portal powered by Lendistry. The Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) is administering a one-time grant through the California Small Business and Nonprofit COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Relief Grant Program (“Program”). The Program will award funds to a select intermediary to act as a fiscal agent and grantmaking entity, distributing grants to eligible businesses and nonprofits to assist qualified small businesses and...
The ELL IET Fund TA DE awardee will be responsible for providing meaningful TA and evaluation to ELL IET Fund PY 22-23 program awardees as they design, develop, and implement projects that expand IET course offerings across the state and accelerate employment and re-employment strategies for English Language Learners; and for conducting an evaluation that summarizes lessons learned and makes recommendations for future projects. The ELL IET Fund TA DE PY 22-23 grant aims to increase equity and improve outcomes for ELLs facing significant barriers to employment and education by providing necessary guidance and support to program awardees in their development of successful ELL IET programs. Applicants are expected to base their overall approach on the Integrated Education and Training (IET)...
CAL FIRE’s Wildfire Prevention Grants Program provides funding for fire prevention projects and activities in and near fire threatened communities. Funded activities include hazardous fuels reduction, wildfire prevention planning, and wildfire prevention education with an emphasis on improving public health and safety while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Wildfire Prevention Grants Program funds three types of activities: hazardous fuels reduction, Wildfire prevention planning, and Wildfire prevention education. Please see the corresponding FY 2023-24 Wildfire Prevention Grants Procedural Guide located on the Wildfire Prevention Grants webpage.
The California State Library seeks to procure expertise in the continued development and execution of the High-Speed Broadband for California Libraries program. The resulting award is intended to support the administrative efforts associated with programmatic administration as detailed below. The Broadband Access Aggregator will act as aggregator for California public libraries connected, or seeking to connect, to the CENIC/CalREN network, and when necessary, provide consulting, project planning, implementation, and evaluation services. The Aggregator shall report to the State Library and work in partnership with the Library’s Broadband Program Team. Collaboration with the California State Library, CENIC, and other Aggregators will be a fundamental requirement to ensure the...
Bolster ADRD data among disparate groups by increasing data collection and building upon existing evidence of ADRD prevalence in populations historically underrepresented in research. Disaggregating data for misrepresented populations such as Asian Americans and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islanders. Assess the frequency of utilization populations of focus. Outreach of existing resources and services to impacted and underrepresented populations. Our goal is that these research projects lead to an advancement of knowledge regarding Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, with a focus on understanding and addressing the greater prevalence of dementia in women and communities of color and also focus on populations historically underrepresented in research including the LGBTQ+ community...
It is intended to provide grants to eligible entities for the purpose of increasing access to oral health care for special health care needs populations through the development and expansion of specialty dental clinics in California. On June 30, 2022, the Specialty Dental Clinic Grant Program (Dental Program) was chaptered into law through the annual Budget Act of 2022 (Section 47, Chapter 45, Statutes of 2022), authorizing the California Health Facilities Financing Authority, using an appropriation of $25 million, to provide grants to eligible entities. On June 27, 2023, the Dental Program was allocated an additional $25 million through the passing of the annual Budget Act of 2023 (Section 2.00, Chapter 12, Statues of 2023), bringing the cumulative amount to $50 million in total...
HOME American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Program – Rental Housing Development – Non-Tribal Applicants
closedThe HOME-ARP program provides funding for the acquisition, new construction, and rehabilitation of rental housing for qualifying populations and low-income households in California through a competitive application process. The HOME-ARP Program is a one time allocation awarded to to states, units of local government, insular areas, and consortia of units of general local government that qualified for an allocation of HOME funds in Fiscal Year 2021. Funding is intented to address the need for homelessness assistance and supportive services specifically for qualifying populations defined as homeless, at risk of homelessness, fleeing, or attempting to flee domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking and other vulnerable populations at risk of housing...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission (CEC) announces the availability of up to $40,500,000 in grant funds for projects that will strategically deploy high-powered direct current fast charger (DCFC) electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and establish an interconnected network to facilitate data collection, access, and reliability. President Joseph R. Biden Jr. signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) into law in November 2021 (Public Law 117-58). The law authorizes hundreds of billions of dollars in new investments in a wide array of infrastructure categories, including roads and bridges, water infrastructure, passenger rail, energy, and broadband internet. EV charging infrastructure will see significant new funding, with $5...
The purpose of the 21st Century High School After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens (ASSETs) Program is to support community learning centers for students in grades nine through twelve with academic enrichment opportunities and activities designed to complement students' regular academic program. An estimated $29 million in funding has been allocated for ASSETs Programs proposing to serve high school students in grades nine through twelve (Cohort 15), starting in state FY 2024–25. Applicants awarded an ASSETs grant will receive a five-year grant of up to $254,500 per year, per site, subject to semiannual attendance and other reporting requirements. Grant awards are contingent upon the availability of ASSETs Program federal funds authorized in the California State Budget
The purpose of this program is to provide opportunities to increase the number of small-scale composting programs supporting green spaces and expand community knowledge about the benefits of compost use and proper composting techniques. This cycle of the program is focused on assisting Qualifying Tribal Entities to create or expand existing community composting sites on lands owned, managed, or stewarded by tribal community members. Eligible Applicants A Qualifying Tribal Entity is defined as a tribe, band, nation or other organized group or community, residing within the borders of California, which: is recognized for special programs and services provided by the United States because of the status of its members as Native Americans; or can establish that it is a government entity...
The purpose of the 21st CCLC Elementary/Middle is to support community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities for students in TK-8 who attend high poverty and low-performing schools. The purpose of the 21st Century High School ASSETs Program is to support community learning centers for students in grades 9-12 with academic enrichment opportunities and activities designed to complement students' regular academic program. Eligible Applicants: Institutions of higher education, local educational agencies, nonprofit organizations, other organizations or agencies Eligibility Criteria: Public or private entities are eligible to apply for 21st Century Community Learning Centers or ASSETs funds (20 United States Code Section 7173[a][3]) provided that they propose to serve...
Cal IIP was established to provide grants to enhance the capacity and ability of community development financial institutions (CDFIs) to provide programs including technical assistance and access to capital to economically disadvantaged communities throughout California. The Legislature designed Cal IIP to provide grants enhancing the capacity and ability of community development financial institutions (CDFIs) to provide programs including technical assistance and access to capital to economically disadvantaged communities throughout California. CDFIs can use the grants to fund services and operations that contribute to the CDFI’s overall community development mission. CDFIs can also use the grants to supplement their net assets and increase their capacity to attract additional funding.
The Federal PCSGP is a discretionary grant program administered by the California Department of Education, Charter Schools Division. Applications are reviewed by peer evaluators and awarded to school developers to assist in the development and initial operations of newly established/conversion charter schools. The PCSGP Start-Up Sub-Grant provides funding for the planning and initial implementation of newly established or conversion charter schools as well as to assist in the expansion and replication of high-quality charter schools. PCSGP sub-grants for Planning, Implementation, and Replication may be eligible for up to $600,000. Sub-grants for Expansion may be eligible for up to $300,000. There may be an additional opportunity to apply for up to $100,000 in supplemental funding to...
Increasing MAT Services within DHCS Licensed SUD Facilities RFA , primary objective is to improve access to MAT in non-profit DHCS-licensed residential SUD facilities. This will be done by supporting costs associated with recruitment, mentorship, training, and other associated costs to increase provider knowledge and comfort with providing MAT through a collaborative learning opportunity for facilities to implement best practices. Currently, not all residential treatment facilities in California provide MAT services or referrals for those services. Additionally, on June 28, 2021, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) released new rules that will allow for DEA-registered Opioid Treatment Programs (NTPs in California) to establish and operate mobile methadone vans without obtaining a...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) offers the Local Government Waste Tire Enforcement Grant Program pursuant to Section 42889(b)(4) of the Public Resources Code. The purpose of the grant is to provide sufficient, stable, and non-competitive funding to California jurisdictions for the enforcement of waste tire permitting, hauling and storage laws. Eligible applicants: city, county, or city and county that work closely with a managing entity to implement and oversee the program. (See Managing Entity section of the application guidelines and instructions for the definition.) New applicants are those cities or counties that did not receive a TEA grant award for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022–23 (TEA30 cycle). New applicants must meet the following requirements at the time...
The Song-Brown program aims to increase the number of students and residents receiving quality primary care education and training in areas of unmet need throughout California. Attracting and admitting underrepresented minorities and those from underserved communities, training students in underserved areas, and placing graduates in underserved areas.
The purpose of this grant type is to create green schoolyards to protect the health, well-being, and educational opportunity of children most vulnerable to increasing temperatures and extreme heat across California. Projects shall be centered around improving the environmental conditions and experiences for school children with the highest levels of co-benefits. The CAL FIRE Urban & Community Forestry Program works to optimize the benefits of trees and related vegetation through multiple objective projects as specific in the California Urban Forestry Act of 1978 (PRC 4799.06-4799.12.1)). This solicitation targets nonprofit child care facilities receiving government funding to support planning and implementation of Green Schoolyards Project. The Grant can include all aspects of planning...
Aimed to assist charter schools lower costs to access facility acquisition, renovation, and construction financing. The federally-funded Charter Finance Enhancement (Charter FinE) Program was created from an $10 million grant awarded through the federal “Expanding Quality Charter Schools Program – Grants for Credit Enhancement for Charter School Facilities” (CFDA #84.354A) grant competition in 2023. This program enhances financings to charter schools to lower costs associated for permanent charter school facilities.
The Song-Brown program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide healthcare in California’s medically underserved areas. Pursuant to the Song-Brown Health Care Workforce Training Act (Song-Brown Act), Health & Safety Code Sections 128200, et. seq., the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) will consider applications to support the training of certified nurse midwives (CNM) and licensed midwives (LM).
This grant opportunity will result in funding organizations to train primary care fellows to work in underserved communities. Pursuant to the Song-Brown Health Care Workforce Training Act (SongBrown Act), Health & Safety Code Sections 128200, et. seq., the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) will consider applications to support the training of family nurse practitioner (FNP) fellows and primary care physician assistant (PA) fellows. After review of the applications, HCAI staff makes recommendations for grant awards to the Director of HCAI.
Provide resources for keeping boater sewage from lakes and reservoirs The Floating Restroom Grant Program provides floating restroom units to lakes and reservoirs across California. The Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) procures, delivers, and grants the DBW-designed and developed floating restroom to the recipient. The grant recipient then places the floating restrooms at on-water locations convenient to boaters and maintains the units for a minimum of 10 years. The Clean Vessel Act grant program also offers maintenance and rehabilitation funds for the floating restrooms.
The FAP PY 23-24 grants will be awarded to research, design, and implement projects that focus exclusively on farmworker needs at a regional level by offering essential skills and upskilling training to either advance in the agricultural industry and/or prepare for advancement outside of the agricultural sector. The FAP PY 23-24 grants will be awarded to research, design, and implement projects that focus exclusively on farmworker needs at a regional level by offering essential skills and upskilling training to either advance in the agricultural industry and/or prepare for advancement outside of the agricultural sector. The FAP programs should position farmworkers to obtain access to good-quality jobs including jobs that pay family sustaining wages, offer benefits, have predictable...
Urban Greening
closedUrban Greening Program will fund projects that reduce greenhouse gases while also transforming the built environment into places that are more sustainable, enjoyable, and effective in creating healthy and vibrant communities. These projects will establish and enhance parks and open space, using natural solutions to improve air and water quality and reducing energy consumption, and creating more walkable and bike-able trails. Eligible urban greening projects will reduce GHG emissions, mitigate the effects of extreme heat, and provide multiple additional benefits, including, but not limited to, a decrease in air and water pollution or a reduction in the consumption of natural resources and energy. In addition to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, SB 859 requires all projects to achieve...
This solicitation will provide up to $20 million to support Medium- and Heavy- Duty infrastructure along designated corridors for both electric and fuel cell electric vehicles. Designated corridors were provided through the efforts of the Clean Transportation Commission mandated by Senate Bill 671. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $20 million in grant funds for projects that will design, construct, and operate publicly available medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) refueling and/or charging infrastructure along designated corridors. In order to accelerate actions to mitigate climate change, Governor Newsom signed Executive Order (EO) N-79-20 in...
Strategic Partnerships
closedIdentify and address statewide, interregional, or regional transportation deficiencies on the State highway system in partnership with Caltrans. Strategic Partnerships Grants are available on an annual basis and through a competitive application process. Grants are for transportation planning activities such as planning for freight, corridors, regional, and interregional travel. The annual call-for-applications is posted on the grants website, which is advertised by Caltrans through various grant workshops for interested applicants. Grant applicants receive an award or non-award email notification in late spring/early summer. A list of award and non-awarded grants is posted to the Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program website. Grant Budget: Federal funds...
Encourage local and regional planning that furthers state goals, including, but not limited to, the goals and best practices cited in the Regional Transportation Plan Guidelines adopted by the California Transportation Commission. Sustainable Communities Competitive Grants are available on an annual basis and through a competitive application process. Grants are for transportation planning activities such as planning for active transportation, safe routes to schools, transit services, vision zero, complete streets, freight corridors, social equity, integrated land use and transportation planning. The annual call-for-applications is posted on the grants website, which is advertised by Caltrans through various grant workshops for interested applicants. Grant applicants receive an award or...
Identify and address statewide, interregional, or regional multimodal transportation or public transit deficiencies in partnership with Caltrans. Strategic Partnerships Grants are available on an annual basis and through a competitive application process. Grants are for multimodal transportation planning activities such as planning for regional and interregional public transit. The annual call-for-applications is posted on the grants website, which is advertised by Caltrans through various grant workshops for interested applicants. Grant applicants receive an award or non-award email notification in late spring/early summer. A list of award and non-awarded grants is posted to the Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program website. Grant Budget: Federal funds...
Funds local and regional identification of transportation-related climate vulnerabilities through the development of climate adaptation plans, as well as project-level climate adaptation planning to identify adaptation projects and strategies for transportation infrastructure. Climate change adaptation aims to anticipate and prepare for climate change impacts to reduce the damage from climate change and extreme weather events. Adaptation is distinct from, but complements, climate change mitigation, which aims to reduce GHG emissions. This funding is intended to advance adaptation planning on California’s transportation infrastructure, including but not limited to roads, railways, bikeways, trails, bridges, ports, and airports. The State-funded Climate Adaptation Planning grants ($50...
Funds to support land acquisition projects in support of approved Habitat Conservation Plans that will conserve habitat for eligible species in perpetuity. The HCP Land Acquisition Grant program was designed to reduce conflicts between the conservation of listed species and competing land uses on specific parcels of land associated with approved and permitted HCPs. Under this program, the Service provides matching grants to States in support of land acquisition projects that will conserve species habitat in perpetuity through fee simple acquisition or the acquisition of permanent conservation easements. The Service considers the use of Federal acquisition dollars by States for habitat protection associated with HCPs to be an important and effective mechanism to promote species recovery...
Support the development of new, or the renewal or amendment of existing, Habitat Conservation Plans, Safe Harbor Agreements, and Candidate Conservation Agreements with Assurances. The Conservation Planning Assistance Grant program provides funding to States to support the development of new Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs), Safe Harbor Agreements (SHAs), and Candidate Conservation Agreements with Assurances (CCAAs). Funding may also be used to support the renewal or amendment of existing HCPs, SHAs, and CCAAs. The development of HCPs that include only candidate or at-risk species (i.e., no Federally listed species covered by the HCP), such that the HCP would be in place if the species is listed, is also supported through this program. Funding may be used to support development and...
The DOGWF PY 23-24 program grant will address the needs of displaced workers in the oil and gas sector. This initiative aims to support these workers in transitioning into sectors that match their skills and expertise and offer comparable wages. DOGWF awardees will act as lead organizations if proposals include a consortia or multiple partnerships. The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability A total of $36.5 million in General Fund dollars are available through this Solicitation for Proposals (SFP). The EDD anticipates funding approximately three to five awards, with individual grant amounts ranging from a minimum of $2 million to a maximum of $12 million from the State of...
The purpose of the Racial Justice for All Implementation grant program is to provide local assistance for implementation of the Racial Justice for All Act. Pursuant to the 2023-2024 Budget Act (SB 102), funds may be “used for attorney’s fees and salaries, experts, investigators, paralegals, or other ancillary needs" for RJA claims brought under PC 1473(f) in non capital cases. The Racial Justice for All Implementation Grant is aimed at legal service providers who have significant experience with habeas litigation under Penal Code 1473(f) and the Racial Justice Act. In September 2022, the Racial Justice Act was amended by AB 256 known as the “Racial Justice for All Act.” This allowed people who were sentenced for criminal convictions or juvenile adjudications prior to January 1, 2021 to...
Applications for the Wildfire Resilience Grants will be accepted between October 2, 2023 to November 15, 2023. The purpose of the grant solicitation is to expand forest stewardship planning and management to assist small private forest landowners in California. The 2023 Stewardship Grant solicitation is being offered by the Joint Forestry Committee (comprised of the California Association of Resource Conservation Districts (CARCD) Forestry Committee and Forest Stewardship Coordinating Committee) on behalf of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and administered by CAL FIRE (also referred to as State). The Joint Forestry Committee will solicit proposals and select successful applicants utilizing state funds. After the selection process has been completed by...
CDBG 2023 NOFA
closedUnder this 2023 NOFA, approximately $19 million in federal funds for Community Development Block Grant will be made available. This is a limited NOFA. The Department will only accept applications from projects that remain on the waitlist established for Over-the-Counter projects after the 2019-2020 NOFA. Under this NOFA, CDBG funds are provided as grants to Non-Entitlement Units of Local Government for project applications for CDBG eligible activities that were waitlisted under the 2019-2020 Over-the-Counter waitlist. All CDBG activities must meet one of the following National Objectives: -Benefit low- and moderate-income persons -Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight -Meet certain urgent community needs The objectives of the CDBG program are to develop viable...
The purpose of the DR-Workforce Program is to fund workforce training programs in the 2018 Eligible Disaster Impacted Areas which include the counties of Butte, Lake, Shasta, Los Angeles, and Ventura. Eligible workforce training programs must support social and economic recovery by providing high-quality job opportunities to low- to moderate- income individuals. Eligible applicants are: 1. Jurisdictions, or2. Non-profit organizations, or3. Postsecondary Educational institutions (including career technical institutions), or4. Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDB) Individuals and for-profit businesses are not eligible grant recipients through this program. No funds will be paid directly to individuals seeking job training and employment services. Subrecipient programs funded through...
The purpose of the program is to competitively award funds to projects that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops by funding collaborative, multi-state projects that address regional or national level specialty crop issues, including food safety, plant pests and disease, research, crop-specific projects addressing common issues, and marketing and promotion. Funding and Duration: Grant awards will range from $250,000 to $1 million per project and projects may last for up to three (3) years. Specialty crop producer associations and groups, other state agencies, Tribal government entities, universities, non-profits, and other stakeholder groups and organizations are eligible to apply. All proposals must include at least two partners (referred to as "multi-state partners") with...
The purpose of the Program is to provide funding to Victim Witness Assistance Centers (Centers) so the Centers can hire or dedicate at least one half-time advocate who will provide comprehensive services to victims/survivors of human trafficking. Human trafficking victims/survivors include sex and labor trafficking.
RIGHT Grant 2.0 funds may be used to sustain or expand currently existing programs.Organizations may seek to utilize funds to provide a new program in institutions where theprogram is not currently offered. For new programs, DRP will seek approval from the Warden ofthe applicable institution. This project will provide $20,370,000 total to support eligible community-based, nonprofitorganizations for the purpose of delivering trauma-informed, rehabilitative and/or restorativejustice programming in CDCR institutions.
The purpose of the Program is to enhance the safety of elder and dependent adult victims/survivors of crime by providing direct services to victims/survivors and bridging the gap between elder justice service providers and victim/survivor service providers. The purpose of the Program is to enhance the safety of elder and dependent adult victims/survivors of crime by providing direct services to victims/survivors and bridging the gap between elder justice service providers (including Adult Protective Services, Long-Term Care Ombudsman programs, providers of legal assistance, etc.) and victim/survivor service providers. This Program will provide support for communities to improve their ability to identify the needs of victims/survivors of elder and dependent adult abuse, including...
The Song-Brown program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide healthcare in California’s medically underserved areas. Pursuant to the Song-Brown Health Care Workforce Training Act, Health & Safety Code Sections 128200, et. seq., the California Healthcare Workforce Policy Commission (Commission) will consider applications to support the training of family nurse practitioner (FNP) and primary care physician assistant (PA) training programs. After review of the applications, HCAI makes recommendations for grant awards to the Director of HCAI.
The ESG program provides grant funding to (1) engage homeless individuals and families living on the street, (2) rapidly re-house homeless individuals and families, (3) help operate and provide essential services in emergency shelters for homeless individuals and families, and (4) prevent individuals and families from becoming homeless. This 2023 ESG Homelessness Prevention (HP) NOFA will provide funding to providers to help prevent individuals or families from moving into an emergency shelter or living in a public or private place not meant for human habitation. The funds will be distributed to units of general-purpose local government or state and federally recognized non-profit organizations that have the capacity to administer this funding. Applicants must have HCD approved HP...
A Precision Medicine Approach to Improve the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Depression
closedThe California Initiative to Advance Precision Medicine (CIAPM) will award up to $9 million total across three to five independent research teams ($1.8 to $3 million per team) over a three-year project term to further understanding about the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of depression. The principles of precision medicine call for the modern application of scientific data and clinical practice toward the individualization of prevention, diagnosis, measurement, and treatment of disease and wellbeing. This funding opportunity aims to drive innovation in applying a precision medicine approach to improve clinical outcomes for patients with depression, particularly as a path to reduce health inequities. To ensure the RFP is responsive to community needs, CIAPM hosted a Request for...
The objective of this research program is to develop and test IPM strategies to control one ofthe target pests identified by CDFA (Table 1). The IPM program could be quickly implementedonce the invasive pest becomes established in California. It is a priority to first utilize andadapt existing knowledge and technology that may exist outside of California. Additionally,the focus is on targets suitable for long-term IPM control. Pests that are typically successfullyeradicated, such as certain fruit flies, will not be a high priority. Proposals must identify and justify a high priority target pest from the CDFA target pest list available in the RFP https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/opca/docs/proactive_ipm_rfp_2023-24.pdf. Project proposals must include details and reasoning on what IPM techniques...
CDFW's Boating Access Grant Program provides funding for projects that increase access to recreational boating opportunities across California's waterways. The Boating Access program provides funding for a broad range of access facilities and associated amenities that benefit recreational boaters. Project activities eligible for Boating Access grant funds include: Planning, permitting, and design for Boating Access Facilities. Construction of Boating Access Facilities Administration and Coordination of boating access programs (personnel, travel, training, planning, etc.) Amenities for Boaters, including compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) at Boating Access Facilities: This may include restrooms, wash-down stations, fish cleaning stations for boaters, ramps, courtesy or...
This grant provides boating safety education to the general public. These grants are available to organizations that offer on-the-water boating safety education courses. Courses offered should be designed to enhance boater knowledge of boating laws, practical handling of vessels on the water, weather and water conditions, rules of the road, and equipment requirements.
As part of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), the CA Dept. of Health Care Services (DHCS), in partnership with the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (Commission), released a Request for Application (RFA) on Sept 13, 2023, seeking proposals for the fifth round of grant funding totaling up to $80 million to scale early intervention programs available to children, youth, parents, and caregivers. Authorized as part of the 2021 Budget Act, the CYBHI is a multi-year, multi-department package of investments that reimagines the systems that support behavioral health (BH) and wellness for all California’s children, youth, and their families. Efforts focus on promoting social and emotional well-being, preventing behavioral health challenges...
This program will provide a borrower with access to low interest rate capital markets through the issuance of tax-exempt and taxable commercial paper notes. Eligibility General Requirements -Must be a health facility as defined in the Authority's Act (Section 15432(d) of the California Government Code) -Must be a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation or public health facility (e.g., district hospital) as defined in the Authority's Act (Section 15432(e) of the California Government Code) -Must have been in existence for at least three years, providing the same types of services -Must demonstrate evidence of fiscal soundness and the ability to meet the terms of the proposed loan Use of Funds Funds may be used for: -Construction, remodeling, renovation, and/or improvements -Land...
Funds and support are available for all California public libraries that help to provide USDA summer meals for children. The Lunch at the Library program helps California public libraries: Establish library locations as USDA summer meal sites or take pop-up libraries to other USDA community meal sites and provide learning and enrichment opportunities and wraparound community services in conjunction with meals served Libraries interested in participating in Lunch at the Library must apply for the Lunch at the Library Core Program. Libraries that apply for the Lunch at the Library Core Program may also apply for the Innovation grant. Core Program Applications for the Core Program are non-competitive. All libraries participating in Lunch at the Library and submitting approved...
CalEPA Environmental Justice Action Grant will increase our investments in projects that lift the burden of pollution from those most vulnerable to its effects. We know that too many communities across our state continue to face disproportionate impacts from climate change, including low-income and immigrant communities, communities of color, and California Native American Tribes. The CalEPA EJ Action Grants will consider funding any project that does both of the following: 1. Supports tribes and community-based organizations and/or residents to engage in at least one of the following four project categories: a. supporting emergency preparedness, b. protecting public health, c. improving environmental and climate decision-making, and ...
The Equity, Engagement, and Education (EEE) Grant Account will award grants up to $200,000 for the purposes of building CBO, Tribal, and community capacity to understand and engage with CPUC decision-making processes. This will enable CBOs and Tribes to have more influence over clean energy programs and support making these programs more accessible to their served communities. Successful applicants for the EEE Grant Account will have a demonstrated background in advocating for their Tribe or community. Eligible activities for the EEE Grant Account will include: Community engagement and outreach related to CPUC proceedings. Hiring consultants and staff for activities necessary for active participation in decision-making processes at the CPUC. Education, training, and curriculum...
The California Small Agricultural Business Drought & Flood Relief Grant Program will provide relief to small agricultural businesses that experienced a decline in annual gross receipts or gross profits due to drought or flood conditions. Grant funds for this program are for small agricultural businesses that have been financially impacted by severe drought and/or flooding in the State of California and will be disbursed in the following groups for awards of up to $100,000. Drought Groups: • Drought Group 1 funds will be allocated to "small and socially disadvantaged farmers" who are qualified small agricultural businesses (see Eligibility Requirements). • Drought Group 2 funds will be allocated to qualified small agricultural businesses most impacted by severe drought, as determined by...
The SLE Project will award $7.25 million to nonprofit organizations to support the development and execution of at least one of two grant streams: Network Coordination grants will fund organizations providing coordination and support for the SLE Project network, and Service Partner grants will fund community-based, individualized education and counseling or legal services to help borrowers manage their student loans. The SLE Project will promote and enhance the economic security of student loan borrowers by: • Designing, developing, or offering, free of charge to student loan borrowers, classroom- or web-based financial education and empowerment content intended to help borrowers manage their student loans, access federal repayment and forgiveness benefits, or lower their debt balance...
The primary goal of this grant is to develop and deliver 16 semi-monthly, 30-minute hosted radio shows recorded in video format for the Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker (MSFW) population in Spanish. Additionally, the grantee must use online and social media outlets to publicize the radio talk show and communicate additional information as necessary to enhance existing outreach channels and support outreach efforts. This SFP makes available up to $100,000 in funding for the development and implementation of radio talk shows aimed at reaching domestic and foreign MSFW and their families, to inform them about workforce programs and other community services that are available to them. By way of a nine month contract, the EDD will require the Subrecipient to create and broadcast 16...
The CalAgPlate program funds projects that support agricultural education, agricultural career awareness and development, agriculture career training, and agriculture leadership development to assist students at the kindergarten through twelfth grade (K-12), post-secondary, and adult education levels. Supporting these educational and training areas will provide participants further agricultural opportunities. Funding and Duration: The CA Dept. of Food and Agriculture anticipates that up to $250,000 will be awarded to projects to support agricultural education and training. Grant amounts range from $2,500-212,500. The maximum grant duration is one (1) year, six (6) months and grant funds cannot be expended before January 1, 2024 or after June 30, 2025. CDFA reserves the right to offer an...
The Inspiration Grants opportunity provides Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funding for California libraries that are inspired to implement projects outside of the State Library’s other funding opportunities. Inspiration Grants provide funding for projects that may not fit within the bounds of the other grants offered by the State Library and/or for ideas that are generated outside of other funding opportunity application timeframes. The Inspiration Grants opportunity provides Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funding for California libraries that are inspired to implement projects outside of the State Library’s other funding opportunities. Inspiration Grants provide funding for projects that may not fit within the bounds of the other grants offered by the State...
Schools can use this funding to purchase equipment for a variety of important improvements for the food service such as purchasing tools that support scratch cooking, storing fresh food from local producers, and receiving food deliveries in a more efficient manner. In August 2023, the Consolidated Appropriations Act authorized the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to fund California $3,548,245 million for the EAG. Of the $3.54 million, a portion of the funding will support the CDE costs for the administration and oversight of the grant. Approximately $3.37 million will be awarded to school food authorities (SFAs). Grants must be competitively awarded to eligible SFAs. The USDA establishes the grant criteria. Each SFA may apply for equipment purchases totaling no more than $100,000 per...
WHALE TAIL® Grant
closedWHALE TAIL® Grants help people connect to the California coast and its watersheds through experiential education, stewardship, and outdoor experiences. WHALE TAIL® Grants focus on reaching communities that have historically received fewer marine education and stewardship opportunities, and strive for a broad geographic distribution throughout California. The California Coastal Commission's WHALE TAIL® Grants fund projects that connect youth and adults to the California Coast and its watersheds through experiential education, stewardship, and outdoor experiences. Eligible projects fall into one or more of the following four categories: 1) youth education programs, 2) programs for educating the general public or adults, 3) climate change education and stewardship, 4) shoreline cleanup and...
The grant purpose is to provide funding to communities across the state to plan and develop their own, cross-sector local age- and disability-friendly plans. Under the grant program, CDA will support local communities in planning and creating their own age and disability-friendly action plans. The local plans developed under this grant program aim to improve a community’s livability and address the current, emerging, and future needs of California’s older adults, people with disabilities, caregivers, and families through cross-sector collaboration and transformational systems change. The purpose is to provide funding to communities across the state to plan and develop their own, cross-sector local age- and disability-friendly plans that: 1) transform the infrastructure and coordination...
OEP will increase the ability of residents in low income communities to participate in outdoor experiences at state parks and other public lands by funding program operation and transportation costs. OEP encourages applicants to establish a home base in an underserved community as the hub for local activities and trips to natural areas. OEP empowers youth and families through outdoor leadership education, career pathways, and access to nature. OEP funds program operation including the following: A. Supplies, Equipment, and Activity Fees/AdmissionsB. Travel CostsC. Labor CostsD. Insurance for all activities necessary for the OUTDOOR PROGRAM See pages 41-45 for a detailed list of eligible costs in the Grant Application Guide at www.parks.ca.gov/oep Up to $700,000 may be requested per...
This grant is designed to provide funding for local flood emergency responders to improve their capacity to respond to flood emergencies. Eligible activities include planning, mapping, training, exercises, the development of emergency management tools, communications and communications equipment, the purchase of flood fighting materials and equipment, the development or improvement of emergency response facilities, and more.
The goal of this solicitation is to increase priority population, including low-income and disadvantaged communities, awareness of and access to Zero-Emission Vehicle specific training, education, and jobs for individuals opting to follow a non-traditional educational pathway. This funding supports access to relevant clean transportation employers and high-road jobs that prepare students for careers in the clean transportation technology sector. The California Air Resources Board is soliciting Grantee(s) for the Adult Education & Vocational School Zero-Emission Vehicle Technology Training Project (Project) for Fiscal Year 2021-22 to develop new or strengthen existing workforce training and development programs and training curriculum for Zero-Emission Vehicle technologies. On November 19...
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program provides assistance to civil engineers in solving a variety of engineering challenges using Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA), which is produced from shredded tires, is lightweight, free-draining, and a less expensive alternative to conventional aggregates. Eligible Projects: Projects generally fall into one of five categories (see TDA Uses for more complete descriptions): Category 1: Mechanically Stabilized TDA (retaining walls). Category 2: Low Impact Development (storm water mitigation including storm water infiltration galleries). Category 3: Lightweight fill (slope stabilization, embankment...
The purpose of the Justice-System Involved Youth Program is to support and encourage underrepresented individuals to pursue health careers to develop a more culturally and linguistically competent healthcare workforce. JSIY BH Pipeline is a grant opportunity for organizations to support and encourages underrepresented and disadvantaged individuals to pursue behavioral health careers to develop a more culturally and linguistically competent behavioral healthcare workforce, including providing comprehensive wrap-around supports. These supports include but are not limited to income and rent support, academic enrichment, career development, mentorship, and advising to support currently or recently system-involved students in attaining behavioral health careers.
The purpose of the Health Professions Pathways Program is to support and encourage underrepresented and disadvantaged individuals to pursue health careers to develop a more culturally and linguistically competent healthcare workforce. HPPP is designed to recruit and support students from underrepresented regions and backgrounds to pursue health careers. HPPP is a competitive grant opportunity that is awarded to organizations that will develop and implement health professions pathways programs that can include pipeline programs, summer internships, and post-undergraduate fellowships.
Competitive grant that funds programs and projects that enhance the viability of urban agriculture in urban areas across the State of California. The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Urban Agriculture Grant Program (UAGP) is a competitive grant that funds programs and projects that enhance the viability of urban agriculture in urban areas across the State of California. Urban Agriculture refers to the cultivation, processing, and distribution of agricultural products in urban settings, including things like inground small plot cultivation, raised beds, vertical production, warehouse farms, mushroom growing, urban forestry and tree care, community gardens, rooftop farms, hydroponic, aeroponic, and aquaponic facilities, and other innovations. Urban farmers and...
As part of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), the CA Dept. of Health Care Services (DHCS) released a Request for Application (RFA) on August 7, 2023, seeking proposals for the third round of grant funding totaling $60 million. For the third round of funding, DHCS seeks proposals to scale early childhood wraparound services among adults who work with infants, young children, expectant and new parents, and caregivers. Authorized as part of the 2021 Budget Act, CYBHI is a multi-year, multi-department package of investments that reimagines the systems that support behavioral health (BH) and wellness for all California’s children, youth, and their families. Efforts focus on promoting social and emotional well-being, preventing behavioral health challenges, and...
The purpose of these grants is to award qualified nonprofit organizations to provide services to immigrants residing in, or formerly residing in, the state of California to access services to assist with the application process for cases seeking immigration remedies, provide education and outreach and legal training and technical assistance. FY 23-26, (3) year grant award, with (3) separate budget cycles.
The California State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) increases the number of primary care physicians, dentists, dental hygienists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives, pharmacists, and mental/behavioral health providers practicing in federally designated California Health Professional Shortage Areas. California State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants from selected medical disciplines for the maximum award amount of $50,000 for a two full-time or $25,000 for a two-year half-time service commitment in a California Health Professional Shortage Area or in a Federally Qualified Health Center. Practice sites must meet SLRP site eligibility requirements in order for the providers, working at that site, to qualify for SLRP.
The primary goal of IIG-2019 is to promote infill housing development by providing financial assistance for Capital Improvement Projects that are an integral part of, or necessary to facilitate the development of a Qualifying Infill Project. Under the Program, grants are available as gap funding for infrastructure improvements necessary for specific residential or mixed-use infill development projects. The California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department) is pleased to announce the initial release of this IIG-2019 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for approximately $55.5 million in funds. IIG provides grant assistance available as gap funding for infrastructure improvements necessary for specific residential or mixed-use infill development projects. Under IIG...
The purpose of the CSNSGP is to provide funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk for violent attacks and hate crimes due to ideology, beliefs, or mission. PROGRAM OVERVIEWThe Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024 California Budget allocated $20,000,000 for the CSNSGP. This is a competitive Program; therefore, scoring criteria have been established and funding will be awarded to the top-scoring proposals until all allocated funding is awarded. Applicants are not guaranteed funding. PROGRAM OBJECTIVESThe purpose of the CSNSGP is to provide funding support for physical security enhancements and other security-related activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk for violent attacks and hate crimes due...
The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Public entities bear a financial responsibility for maintaining public landfill sites in compliance with state regulations and standards. The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Eligible projects include...
This program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $500,000 to help public entities accelerate the pace of cleanup, restore sites, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities. Widespread illegal dumping of solid waste adversely impacts Californians in many ways. Properties on which illegal dumping occurs lose economic value; create public health and safety and environmental problems; and degrade the enjoyment and pride in the affected communities. Abandoned, idled, or underutilized properties due to unauthorized dumping impact what were once the sources of economic benefits to a community. Many such properties have been abandoned or have owners who are unable or unwilling to pay the costs of cleanup.
The ESG program provides grant funding to (1) engage homeless individuals and families living on the street, (2) rapidly re-house homeless individuals and families, (3) help operate and provide essential services in emergency shelters for homeless individuals and families, and (4) prevent individuals and families from becoming homeless. ESG funds may be used for four primary activities: Street Outreach, Rapid Re-Housing Assistance, Emergency Shelter, and Homelessness Prevention. In addition, ESG funds may be used for associated Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) costs and administrative activities for some subrecipients. The ESG program provides funding for the following objectives: -Engaging individuals and families experiencing homelessness. -Improving the quality of...
The Community Economic Resilience Fund (CERF) Tribal Opportunity Intermediary is to assist in the development, implementation, and facilitation of the CERF Tribal Funding Opportunity. The goal of the CERF Tribal Funding Opportunity is to support economic development in tribal communities by funding tribal-led planning and implementation projects. To establish and manage the CERF Tribal Funding Opportunity, the Intermediary will collaborate with the Inter-Agency CERF team. The Intermediary's project will be to collaborate with the state to develop funding guidelines, conduct outreach to California Native American tribes and tribal communities, provide technical assistance to prospective applicants, and develop a scoring process to recommend projects for funding. The Tribal Funding...
The CalCRG program awards grants to Local Health Departments and qualified Community-based Nonprofit Organizations to support job placement, mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, system navigation services, legal services to address barriers to reentry, and linkages to medical care for communities disproportionately affected by past federal and state drug policies, also known as the War on Drugs. The California Community Reinvestment Grants program was included in the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (Proposition 64), which was approved by California voters on November 8, 2016. In accordance with the proposition, the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) will award grants to Local Health Departments and at least 50 percent to qualified...
The Community Economic Resilience Fund (CERF) Tribal Opportunity Intermediary is to assist in the development, implementation, and facilitation of the CERF Tribal Funding Opportunity. The goal of the CERF Tribal Funding Opportunity is to support economic development in tribal communities by funding tribal-led planning and implementation projects. To establish and manage the CERF Tribal Funding Opportunity, the Intermediary will collaborate with the Inter-Agency CERF team. The Intermediary's project will be to collaborate with the state to develop funding guidelines, conduct outreach to California Native American tribes and tribal communities, provide technical assistance to prospective applicants, and develop a scoring process to recommend projects for funding. The Tribal Funding...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funds projects that enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops. The SCBGP is designed to support all sectors of California's specialty crop industry and improve the performance of California specialty crops within local, domestic, national, and international markets. Funding and Duration: Grant amounts for the conventional program range from $100,000 to $500,000. The maximum grant duration is two (2) years, eight (8) months, and grant funds cannot be expended before November 1, 2024, or after June 30, 2027. Projects submitted through the Additional Assistance for Historically Underrepresented Organizations (Additional Assistance) Program will range from $100,000 to...
The goals of the BSCA-SCG are to support evidence-based programs, structures, approaches, and practices that will increase school safety, better meet the increasingly urgent mental health needs of identified youth and to increase the safety and emotional well-being of all students. The fundamental requirements of Title IV, Part A apply to these funds, including the supplement, not supplant requirement (ESEA section 4110); the maintenance of effort requirement (ESEA section 8521); and the requirement to provide equitable services to private school students and personnel (ESEA section 8501 et seq.). The BSCA-SCG Program is based on the premise that locally designed school safety and climate plans that have authentic community support can, in concert with evidence-based strategies for...
The purpose of these funds is to provide employment and training services to individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing. These funds will also ensure that services provided to deaf and hard of hearing individuals are at least equal to services received by non-deaf and non-hard of hearing individuals. Proposals must target deaf and hard of hearing individuals who are available for and seeking employment. This program provides deaf and hard of hearing individuals with enhanced services and training in select America’s Job Center of CaliforniaSM (AJCC) locations throughout California. The program will ensure effective communication and increased service opportunities for deaf and hard of hearing individuals by providing specialized counseling, interpretive services, job placement...
To promote safer, more sustainable pest management practices in California, the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) annually funds Alliance projects that promote or increase the implementation, expansion, or adoption of effective, proven, and affordable integrated pest management (IPM) systems or practices that reduce risks to human health and the environment in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. DPR's Alliance Grants Program has up to $1,100,000 in funding available for projects that promote or increase the implementation, expansion, or adoption of effective, proven, and affordable integrated pest management (IPM) systems or practices that reduce risks to human health and the environment in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. Projects should focus on reducing impacts...
To promote safer, more sustainable pest management practices in California, the Department of Pesticide Regulation's (DPR) Research Grants Program provides funding to develop integrated pest management (IPM) practices in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings that reduce the risks from pesticides which are high-risk, of regulatory concern, or are of human health or environmental concern in California. DPR's Research Grants Program has up to $800,000 in funding available for research projects that seek to further IPM in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. Developed practices should aim to reduce the use of high-risk pesticides or pesticides that are of regulatory concern and seek to mitigate the impacts of pesticides on human health and the environment. DPR’s Research Grants...
As part of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), the CA Dept. of Health Care Services (DHCS), in partnership with the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (Commission), released a Request for Application (RFA) on July 31, 2023, seeking proposals for the fourth round of grant funding totaling up to $50 million to scale youth-driven programs available to children, youth, parents, and caregivers. Authorized as part of the 2021 Budget Act, the CYBHI is a multi-year, multi-department package of investments that reimagines the systems that support behavioral health (BH) and wellness for all California’s children, youth, and their families. Efforts focus on promoting social and emotional well-being, preventing behavioral health challenges, and...
The purpose of the Advanced Practice Healthcare Scholarship Program (APHSP) is to increase the number of appropriately trained advanced practice healthcare professionals providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Advanced Practice Healthcare Scholarship Program (APHSP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in an accredited graduate or postgraduate degree program that prepares them to become one of the eligible program advanced healthcare professionals for a scholarship of up to $25,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
The purpose of the Allied Healthcare Scholarship Program (AHSP) is to increase the number of appropriately trained allied healthcare professionals providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Allied Healthcare Scholarship Program (AHSP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in an accredited or certificate program that prepares them to become one of the eligible program allied healthcare professionals for a scholarship of up to $15,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
The purpose of the Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program (ADNSP) is to increase the number of appropriately trained Registered Nurses (RNs) providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program (ADNSP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in an Associate's Degree Nursing Program that prepares them to become a Registered Nurse for a scholarship of up to $8,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
The purpose of the Licensed Vocational Nurse to Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program (LVN to ADN) is to increase the number of appropriately trained Registered Nurses (RNs) providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Licensed Vocational Nurse to Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program (LVN to ADN) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in an Associate Degree Bridge Program prepares them to become a Registered Nurse for a scholarship of up to $8,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
The purpose of the Bachelor of Science Nursing Scholarship Program (BSNP) is to increase the number of appropriately trained Registered Nurses (RNs) providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Bachelor of Science Nursing Scholarship Program (BSNP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree Nursing Program that prepares them to become a Registered Nurse for a scholarship of up to $10,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
The purpose of the Vocational Nurse Scholarship Program (VNSP) is to increase the number of appropriately trained Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Vocational Nurse Scholarship Program (VNSP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in a certificate, diploma, or accredited Associate degree program that prepares them to become a Licensed Vocational Nurse for a scholarship of up to $4,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation within six months of graduation.
Primary Care Residency (PCR)
closedThe Song-Brown Program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide health care in California’s medically underserved areas. Awardees shall use the funding to expand primary care services. The funding will support Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), and Pediatric residency programs.
Through this round of Elevate Youth California funding (Cohort 5), the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is making approximately $41 million available to community-based, tribal, and county behavioral health organizations throughout California to expand youth and young adult substance use prevention through policy, systems, and environmental change. Elevate Youth California is a DHCS statewide program addressing substance use disorder by investing in youth leadership and activism for youth of color and 2S/LGBTQ+ youth ages 12 to 26 living in communities disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs. This statewide program provides funding and technical assistance for organizations proposing to implement programs that empower youth to be community leaders and create positive...
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies. The Alcoholic Beverage Control will sub-contractor outreach, awareness, and education as key factors in reducing (and ultimately eliminating) crash fatalities caused by drunk and impaired driving. Working with a network of community partners, including law enforcement, schools and educators, coalition groups, and through the support of local businesses, the sub-contractor will educate and inform community members across the state of the risks and consequences of drunk and impaired driving. This...
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies. The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies for conducting Minor Decoy operations, Shoulder Tap operations, IMPACT inspections, Holiday Enforcement, and a vast variety of enforcement programs. ABC will continue offering free on-site and online Licensee Education...
FY 2022-2023 F-GAS REDUCTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM (FRIP): THIRD-PARTY ADMINISTRATOR SOLICITATION
closedThe California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking a third-party administrator (3PA) Grantee to implement a $40,000,000 commercial and industrial refrigeration-focused program. This is a competitive solicitation to select a 3PA Grantee. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is pleased to announce the opening of a competitive grant solicitation for a third-party administrator (3PA) Grantee to implement the F-gas Reduction Incentive Program (FRIP). FRIP’s goal is to promote the adoption of climate-friendly refrigerant technologies and reduce emissions of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), which are potent greenhouse gases. The 3PA Grantee will primarily support the implementation of FRIP and conduct outreach and provide technical expertise to potential applicants and applicants selected to...
The Farm & Ranch Solid Waste Clean Up & Abatement Grant program offers financial support to address the cleanup & prevention of illegal dumping on properties designated for agricultural purposes, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Each FY, there are 4 application cycles, & this is the first one. CalRecycle administers this program in accordance with Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code. The project sites eligible for the grant must be located on 'farm and ranch' property, encompassing both private and public land, where the owner is not held responsible for the illegal disposal. The definition of 'farm and ranch' property can be found in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees are given approximately two years to complete the project(s)...
Eligible organizations can apply to administer a grant program for the State to facilitate the transformation of invention to impact by accelerating the startup and growth of innovation-based firms in key industry areas with a focus on diverse founders, including women, people of color, and underserved geographies and regions. Successful applicants will receive the Accelerate CA: Inclusive Innovation Hub (Accelerate CA Hub) designation. The Accelerate California: Inclusive Innovation Hub Program will designate a total of thirteen (13) Accelerate California Hubs. A total of seven (7) designations were made in the first round of applications. Six (6) designations remain for awarding in this second round. An Accelerate California: Inclusive Innovation Hub (Accelerate CA Hub) may do all of...
This evolution informs the HRTP Resilient Workforce Program (RWP). HRTP RWP aims to achieve the HRTP Initiative's objectives by funding training partnerships that increase access to quality jobs for workers from disadvantaged and underrepresented communities and to create advancement for incumbent workers already employed by high road employers. California and CWDB is committed to strengthening the 'High Road' economy. The High Road vision consists of four elements: ·Design quality jobs. Job quality refers to jobs that pay at or above local or regional living wages, provide health and retirement benefits, create safe working conditions, establish fair and predictable scheduling practices, include worker voice and agency, and ensure career advancement opportunities are equitable and...
FY 2022-23 Clean Mobility in Schools (CMIS) and the Sustainable Transportation Equity Project (STEP)
closedThe California Air Resources Board hopes to fund multiple clean transportation projects in 2 to 4 low-income and disadvantaged communities. These projects, such as active transportation infrastructure, public transit, bikeshare, microtransit, school transportation, workforce training, and education and outreach campaigns, will work together to increase transportation equity and support a zero-emission transportation future. CMIS and STEP grants fund a variety of planning and capacity building, clean transportation, and supporting projects that work together to increase transportation equity and achieve the community’s vision by addressing community-identified needs, increasing access to key destinations and services, and reducing GHG emissions and passenger vehicle miles traveled. These...
The California Air Resources Board hopes to fund Planning and Capacity Building projects in 6 to 15 low-income and disadvantaged communities. Planning and Capacity Building projects are intended to increase transportation equity by improving understanding of residents’ transportation needs, developing organizational and community capacity, and preparing communities to implement clean transportation projects that fill gaps and improve access. Planning and Capacity Building grants have the flexibility to support many different types of planning and capacity building activities to ensure that CARB funds can help meet the needs of each community within that community’s context. Planning and Capacity Building projects could include community transportation needs assessments, educational...
The Statewide Planning and Capacity Building Project Administrator will focus on increasing transportation equity in disadvantaged and low-income communities by strengthening local coordination, leadership, knowledge, and skills through tailored community-led project implementation support. The PCB Administrator will administer Planning and Capacity Building projects and support implementation of CMIS and STEP projects for FY 2022-23. The Statewide Planning and Capacity Building Project Administrator (PCB Administrator) will collaborate with CARB-selected Planning and Capacity Building (Planning), Clean Mobility in Schools (CMIS), and Sustainable Transportation Equity Project (STEP) awardees and provide capacity building, administrative, and implementation support as awardees implement...
The California Competes Grant Program (CCGP) is available to businesses that want to locate in California or stay and grow in California and create quality, full-time jobs in California that might not otherwise be created by the business or any other business. The primary goal of the CCGP is to incentivize businesses to choose California and to create quality, full-time jobs in the state. A significant priority for this grant program is to make resources available to businesses for whom a non-refundable tax credit would not provide a significant financial benefit. The CCGP was specifically created for two types of businesses: (1) businesses that continuously reinvest profits, generating either significant research and development tax credits and/or net operating losses resulting in little...
The Organic Transition Pilot (OTP) Program will fund assistance to farmers and ranchers who want to transition land to organic certification. The OTP grant program is designed to provide direct financial assistance for eligible expenditures and improve access to knowledge and technical assistance, including business planning, for farmers and ranchers with land under transition to organic (pre-certification). The following entities are eligible to apply for OTP grants:Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs), University of California, California Community Colleges, or California State Universities, Non-profit organizations, California Native American Tribes Awardees will: Carry out an outreach and selection process of commercial farmers and ranchers to receive assistance in organic...
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program promotes markets for recycled surfacing products derived from only CA-generated waste tires. It is aimed at encouraging first-time/limited users of rubberized pavement in two project types – Rubberized Asphalt Concrete Hot-Mix and Rubberized Chip Seal. An application may include rubberized pavement (hot-mix and chip seal) projects for roadways, Class 1 bikeways (as defined in Streets and Highway Code section 890.4(a)), greenways, and disability access at parks. A greenway is a travel corridor for pedestrians, bicycles, non-motorized vehicle transportation, recreation, or a combination thereof...
The Farm & Ranch Solid Waste Clean Up & Abatement Grant program offers financial support to address the cleanup & prevention of illegal dumping on properties designated for agricultural purposes, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Each FY, there are 4 application cycles, & this is the first one. CalRecycle administers this program in accordance with Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code. The project sites eligible for the grant must be located on 'farm and ranch' property, encompassing both private and public land, where the owner is not held responsible for the illegal disposal. The definition of 'farm and ranch' property can be found in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees are given approximately two years to complete the project(s)...
The Community Resilience Centers Program (CRC) funds planning, development, construction, and upgrades of local facilities to serve as Community Resilience Centers, providing shelter and resources during climate and other emergencies. The program will also fund ongoing year-round community services and programs that build overall community resilience. CRC Project Development Grants are intended to bridge support for communities developing shovel-ready projects. Project Development Grants will fund pre-development and basic infrastructure activities that advance community-serving facilities’ capability to serve as a future Community Resilience Center and prepare grantees for future CRC rounds of funding and other related funding opportunities. Project Development Grants will prioritize...
CARB’s goal under this Solicitation is to support a wide array of zero-emission off-road equipment and vessel projects as well as Green Zones, which has a very broad scope and is focused on supporting broad and creative roads to zero-emission adoption at the municipal level. The California Air Resources Board (CARB or the Board) is soliciting for several Grantees to implement and administer the projects eligible for Advanced Technology Demonstration and Pilot Project program (referred to as Program or ATDPP) under the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-22 Funding Plan for Clean Transportation Incentives (FY 2021-22 Funding Plan) and the FY 2022-23 Funding Plan for Clean Transportation Incentives (FY 2022-23 Funding Plan). The Program is intended to strategically accelerate the advancement of...
The Community Resilience Centers Program (CRC) funds planning, development, construction, and upgrades of local facilities to serve as Community Resilience Centers, providing shelter and resources during climate and other emergencies. The program will also fund ongoing year-round community services and programs that build overall community resilience. CRC Implementation Grants are intended to fund new construction and upgrades of neighborhood-scale facilities as Community Resilience Centers, bridging physical and social infrastructure investments to build climate and community resilience. Implementation Grant activities include pre-development, community engagement, construction, services and programs, and evaluation. CRC Planning Grants and Project Development Grants support planning and...
The Community Resilience Centers Program (CRC) funds planning, development, construction, and upgrades of local facilities to serve as Community Resilience Centers, providing shelter and resources during climate and other emergencies. The program will also fund ongoing year-round community services and programs that build overall community resilience. CRC Planning Grants are intended to help communities in initial stages of CRC project development by funding planning and pre-development, community engagement and coordination, site preparation, and other activities necessary to prepare for future CRC rounds of funding and other related funding opportunities. CRC Project Development Grants and Implementation Grants support pre-development and implementation activities to prepare for future...
The Budget Act of 2022 (AB 179, Section 194) appropriated a total of $10 million payable from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Funds (GGRF) to the CDFA to award a total of $10 million in competitive grant(s) to fund demonstration trials evaluating additives and dietary modifications that have the potential to reduce enteric methane emissions in the dairy and livestock sectors. The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) 2023 Livestock Enteric Methane Emission Reduction Research Program (LEMER-RP) will award competitive grant(s) to fund demonstration trials evaluating additives and dietary modifications that have the potential to reduce enteric methane emissions in the dairy and livestock sectors. These research projects will help address key barriers to achieving California’s...
The purpose of this RFA is to strengthen economic security & mobility for Black women & their families. Grantees will be required to conduct a community mobilization approach through their work with community members to prioritize evidenced-informed strategies that have the potential to strengthen economic security & mobility, an upstream protective factor that has shown to contribute towards the prevention of domestic violence. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH), Injury and Violence Prevention Branch (IVPB); Domestic Violence Prevention (DVP) Program is seeking applications from eligible, non-profit, community-based organizations (CBOs) to implement a primary prevention community mobilization project that will focus on strengthening economic security and mobility for...
The Regional Climate Collaboratives (RCC) Program is designed to help communities establish partnerships, funding pathways, plan and policy readiness, and a local network of TA providers to pursue funding and implement climate projects. RCC funds collaboratives of cross-sectoral and community-rooted partners, seeking to advance both place-based and region-wide climate change mitigation, adaptation, and resiliency efforts. The Regional Climate Collaborative (RCC) Program is a grant program that provides resources to advance climate change mitigation, adaptation, and resilience within under-resourced communities. The program funds cross-sector partners to form a Collaborative and conduct various capacity building activities, such as partnership development, project and plan development...
The Department announces the availability of $75 million of Homekey Program grant funding through this Round 3 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for Tribal Entities. This NOFA aims to sustain and rapidly expand housing for households experiencing homelessness or At Risk of Homelessness, and who are, thereby, inherently impacted by or at increased risk for medical diseases or conditions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Rather than utilizing a set-aside within the standard Homekey Program, this NOFA operates independently and is tailored to meet the specific affordable housing needs of California Tribes. Funds offered under this NOFA and the criteria specified herein are available solely and exclusively to eligible Tribal Entities. Funding available under this NOFA provides an opportunity...
The California Advanced Services Fund Broadband Adoption Account provides grants that will increase publicly available or after-school broadband access and digital inclusion, such as grants for digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption. The California Public Utilities Commission will give preference to programs and projects in communities with demonstrated low broadband access, including low-income communities, senior citizen communities, and communities facing socioeconomic barriers to broadband adoption. Eligible Projects: Digital Literacy Projects- Digital inclusion projects may include digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption, including low-income communities...
The basis of the California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Broadband Public Housing Account is to provide grants and loans to finance projects to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities. The CASF Broadband Public Housing Account provides grants and loans to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities including, but not limited to, publicly supported housing developments, farmworker housing, and other housing developments or mobile home parks with low-income residents that do not have access to any broadband service provider that offers free broadband service that meets or exceeds state standards for the residents of the low-income community. The allocated funding for the Broadband...
California State Preschool Program (CSPP) Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) 2024-25
closedThe California State Preschool Program (CSPP) Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) Block Grant awards site QRIS block grants at quality rating Tiers 4 and 5 to help address the additional costs associated with reaching and maintaining high levels of quality. At Tier 3, the CSPP Block Grant can provide training and technical assistance (T&TA) support to help programs improve their quality and tier rating. As of 2014-15, Senate Bill 858 (Chapter 32, Statutes of 2014) authorized $50 million of Proposition 98 funds annually for California State Preschool Programs (CSPP) participation in and implementation of a Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS). The CSPP QRIS Block Grant provides annual funds for the support of local early learning QRIS that increase the number of low-income...
California State Preschool Program (CSPP) Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) 2023-24
closedThe California State Preschool Program (CSPP) Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) Block Grant awards site QRIS block grants at quality rating Tiers 4 and 5 to help address the additional costs associated with reaching and maintaining high levels of quality. At Tier 3, the CSPP Block Grant can provide training and technical assistance (T&TA) support to help programs improve their quality and tier rating. As of 2014-15, Senate Bill 858 (Chapter 32, Statutes of 2014) authorized $50 million of Proposition 98 funds annually for California State Preschool Programs (CSPP) participation in and implementation of a Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS). The CSPP QRIS Block Grant provides annual funds for the support of local early learning QRIS that increase the number of low-income...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY23
closedThis 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.
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.
The Clean Water Act Section 319 Grant Program awards grants to reduce and mitigate the effects of nonpoint source pollution - such as sediment, pesticides, and nutrients - to waters of the state. The program primarily funds implementation projects, but occasionally offers grants for planning projects. Examples of projects include livestock fencing to reduce sediment and nutrient discharges, agricultural best management practices to reduce pesticide and nutrient discharges, dredging contaminated sediment from pesticide-0imparied waters, habitat restoration such as installation of large woody debris and riparian revegetation, and rural road inventories and repairs to reduce sedimentation and erosion. Most awards go to projects that improve impaired waters, but a small amount of funding...
Provides funding to construct or improve infrastructure used by transient recreational vessels 26 feet or more in length. The Boating Infrastructure Grant program is designed to provide infrastructure and services for recreational boats 26 feet or more in length. Goals of the program include: 1. enhance access to recreational, historic, cultural and scenic resources; 2. strengthen community ties to the water’s edge and economic benefits; 3. promote public/private partnerships and entrepreneurial opportunities; 4. provide continuity of public access to the shore; and 5. promote awareness of transient boating opportunities.
The Healthy Soils Demonstration Program is part of the Healthy Soils Program which stems from the California Healthy Soils Initiative, a collaboration of state agencies and departments that promotes the development of healthy soils on California’s agricultural lands. This program funds on-farm demonstration projects to promote statewide implementation of conservation management practices that sequester carbon, reduce GHGs and improve soil health. The HS Demonstration Program will fund projects that implement eligible agricultural management practices and conduct outreach to California farmers and ranchers at on-farm demonstration sites. Projects must showcase conservation management practices that mitigate GHG emissions and increase soil health and help create a platform promoting...
The CSA Technical Assistance Grant Program is designed to provide technical assistance to individual farmers and ranchers who are interested in applying for or have received incentive awards from CDFA’s Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP), Healthy Soils Program (HSP) and State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP). Awarded organizations, Technical assistance providers (TAPS), will provide project planning and application assistance to applicants of the Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP), Healthy Soils Program (HSP), and the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP). Following the execution of awards in these programs, technical assistance providers will work with awardees to implement the projects on farms and ranches around California. The AMMP...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP) awards competitive grants to California dairy and livestock operations for the implementation of manure management technologies and practices that result in long-term methane emission reductions and maximize environmental benefits. The Budget Act of 2022 (SB 154, Chapter 43) appropriated $48 million from the California State Budget to CDFA for methane emissions reductions from dairy and livestock operations, which will be split evenly for distribution through the Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP) and the Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP). In addition, the Budget as amended by Assembly Bill 179 (AB 179) appropriated $20 million from the Greenhouse Gas...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP), awards competitive grants to California dairy operations and digester developers for the implementation of dairy digesters that result in long-term methane emission reductions on California dairies and minimize or mitigate adverse environmental impacts. The Budget Act of 2022 (Senate Bill 154, Chapter 43) appropriated $48 million from the California State Budget to CDFA for methane emissions reductions from dairy and livestock operations, which will be split evenly for distribution through the DDRDP and the Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP). CDFA will use half of these appropriations for the 2023 grant solicitation; the remaining funds from the appropriations will...
2023 Dairy Plus Program
closedThe California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) 2023 Dairy Plus Program will award competitive grants to California dairy farms for the implementation of advanced manure management practices that address both methane emissions and nutrient surplus. The Dairy Plus Program will make approximately $75 million available to support the implementation of advanced manure management practices. The 2023 Dairy Plus Program will provide supplemental funding opportunities for projects in the 2023 Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP), the 2023 Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP), and previously awarded and completed AMMP or DDRDP projects. Projects proposing advanced manure management practices must go beyond the usual GHG emission reductions and benefits...
It is intended to offer interest-free cashflow loans to not-for-profit and public hospitals in significant financial distress or to governmental entities representing a closed hospital to prevent the closure of or facilitate the reopening of the hospital. Chapter 6, Statutes of 2023, (AB 112) established the Distressed Hospital Loan Program authorizing $150 million in one-time funding towards not-for profit and public hospitals in significant financial distress or to governmental entities representing a closed hospital to either prevent the closure or facilitate the reopening of closed hospitals. The Program offers zero-percent interest, 72-month term loans, with an initial 18-month payment deferment at the start of the loan, for the purpose of supporting cashflow needs, and potentially...
Provide education and awareness about the proper disposal of boat sewage Provides education to promote public awareness about boat sewage, its proper disposal, as well as tracking and monitoring use of existing pumpouts and dump stations along California’s waterways.
GFO-22-308 – Decarbonizing Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Systems in Large Buildings
closedThe purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and development projects that develop decarbonization solutions for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in large commercial buildings with an emphasis on technology advancements, energy efficiency, replicability, and use of ultra-low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants. Space heating needs in large buildings have historically been met using fossil fuels and combustion-based equipment to generate hydronic hot water. This equipment is generally inexpensive (boilers cost ~$12–$30 per thousand Btu per hour (MBH)), has high turndown or ability to operate efficiently when heating needs are low, and uses an available, reliable resource for fuel. However, combustion of fossil fuels emits criteria air...
Desert Conservation Program
closedAs 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 Newsom on September 28, 2021. Passage of the California Desert Conservation Act established the Desert Conservation Program under the administration of the Wildlife Conservation Board. The Desert Conservation Program includes the following actions: Protect, preserve, and restore the natural, cultural, and physical resources of the portions of the Mojave and Colorado Deserts region in California through the acquisition, restoration, and management of lands.Promote the protection and restoration of the biological diversity of the region.Provide for...
The California Department of Transportation is launching the Reconnecting Communities: Highways to Boulevards (RC:H2B) Pilot Program. $149 million was established for the conversion of underutilized highways into multi-modal corridors to reconnect communities divided by transportation infrastructure. The historical harm will be addressed through community-based planning to address the transportation barrier. The Reconnecting Communities: Highways to Boulevards Pilot Program (RC:H2B) was established within the State of California Streets and Highways Code Section 104.3 for the purpose of awarding competitive grants to eligible entities, in partnership with Caltrans, for planning or implementing the conversion or transformation of underutilized state highways into multimodal corridors that...
Through this round of BHBH Program funding, DHCS is making available $50 million exclusively to California Tribal entities to operate bridge housing settings to address the immediate housing needs of people experiencing homelessness who have serious behavioral health conditions, including serious mental illness (SMI) and/or substance use disorder (SUD). Capital funding has recently been made available through several other state programs including the Homekey Tribal Program; the Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program (Tribal HHAP); the Community Care Expansion (CCE) Program; and the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP). In contrast, BHBH Program funding is primarily intended to support the operational costs of bridge housing that is provided in...
The Tire Incentive Program (TIP) provides a reimbursement (as an incentive payment program) to eligible businesses that use (recycled) crumb rubber in eligible products or substitute crumb rubber for virgin rubber, plastic, or other raw materials in products. The program’s goal is to increase demand for crumb rubber and promote higher value products. Eligible applicants include: • Manufacturers that produce (or will produce) an eligible product.• Waste tire processors that also manufacture an eligible product.• Manufacturers of devulcanized rubber.• Rubber compounders.• Manufacturers of calendered rubber sheeting products.• Manufacturers that produce products on a contract basis for other companies provided they have that other company’s written permission to produce an eligible...
SB-170 Budget Act of 2021 appropriated $2,000,000 for a grant to Santa Clara County for litter abatement activities. This grant is made directly to Santa Clara County for the purpose of litter abatement. This is a non-competitive grant with one eligible applicant. Payments under this grant are made on a reimbursement basis.
The Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Local Immigrant Integration and Inclusion Grant (LIIIG) aims to provide $8.2 million in one-time funding to support the development or expansion of immigrant integration efforts, increase community trust, and enhance the organizational capacity of local governments to support immigrant populations in California. The LIIIG is a one-year grant from September 1, 2023, through August 31, 2024. Contingent on funding availability, GO-Biz may award additional funding for a second year. Eligible activities for LIIIG funding are further defined below and include but are not limited to: 1) Economic Development, 2) Social Services Navigation, 3) Intergovernmental Technical Assistance, and 4) Civic Engagement.
This grant is ONLY open to the five Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Networks in California. This is NOT a grant for small businesses. This funding is for the Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) in the Northern CA, Central CA, Los Angeles, Orange County Inland Empire, and San Diego and Imperial regions to support their efforts to help small businesses access capital. $3 million is provided each year for Small Business Development Centers' local cash match funding. Funding is designated to support SBDC networks to help small businesses in California access capital. Funding is only available to the five small business development center networks in California. This is NOT a grant for small businesses.
This grant is ONLY open to Small Business Technical Assistance Centers. This is NOT a grant to small businesses. TAP seeks to expand consulting and training to small businesses entrepreneurs. Funding is for new or enhanced consulting and training services to small businesses. Applicants must provide match funding in the form of federal or private funding to conduct technical assistance to small businesses. Please see RFP for more information. This grant is ONLY open to Small Business Technical Assistance Centers. This is NOT a grant to small businesses. California is home to a range of small business technical assistance centers (“Centers”) that provide free or low-cost one-on-one, confidential consulting and training to help small businesses and entrepreneurs start, grow and expand...
The Regional Resilience Grant Program (RRGP) funds planning and implementation projects that strengthen climate change resilience at a regional scale. The RRGP funds projects led by partnerships that involve multiple jurisdictions working together to address the most significant climate change risks in their regions, especially in communities that are most vulnerable to climate change impacts. The Budget of Act of 2021 dedicated $25 million to support the RRGP. In Round 1, $9.4 million is available in grants. The RRGP funds two project types: planning and implementation. The RRGP also funds capacity-building efforts that support each project type. All projects must have a regional focus and support communities most vulnerable to climate change. The RRGP can fund a variety of projects and...
Reduce the level of trauma experienced by sexual assault survivors through the provision of comprehensive and supportive services, to improve coordination of multi-disciplinary response systems, and to expand public awareness concerning sexual assault and its impact. This specific RFP is soliciting proposals to provide sexual assault services as described above for the following two service areas: (1) Butte/Glenn Counties and (2) Tehama County. The purpose of the Program is to reduce the level of trauma experienced by sexual assault survivors through the provision of comprehensive and supportive services, to improve coordination of multi-disciplinary response systems, and to expand public awareness concerning sexual assault and its impact. This specific RFP is soliciting proposals to...
The goal of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5310 Program is to improve mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities by removing barriers to transportation services and expanding the transportation mobility options available. Provides financial assistance for transportation services planned, designed, and carried out to meet special transportation needs. This program provides Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant funds for capital, mobility management, and operating expenses for: · Public transportation projects planned, designed, and carried out to meet the special needs of seniors and individuals with disabilities when public transportation is insufficient, inappropriate, or unavailable; · Public transportation projects that exceed the...
The purpose of the SP Program is to assure the safety and protection of children by supporting professional providers who supervise visitation of children with a noncustodial party where there is a history or allegations of domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, or sexual abuse.
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund technology demonstration and deployment projects that accelerate commercialization and validate the capability of long-duration energy storage (LDES) technologies to improve grid reliability and resilience in disadvantaged communities (DACs), low-income communities (LICs), and California Native American Tribes (Tribes). This solicitation supports the EPIC Interim Investment Plan Initiative 4 titled “Optimizing Long-Duration Energy Storage to Improve Grid Resiliency and Reliability in Under-resourced Communities. The Senate Bill (SB) 100 Joint Agency Report indicates that California will need a total of 50 gigawatts (GW) or more of energy storage, including 4GW of long-duration storage, in order to meet its 2045 goal of reliably supplying...
The project will fund commercialized zero-emission on-road technologies, facilitate GHG emission reductions, and further the purposes of AB 32, the more recent Senate Bill (SB) 32 (Pavley, Chapter 249, Statutes of 2016), which codified a 2030 GHG emissions reduction target of 40 percent below 1990 levels, SB 1 (Beall, Chapter 5, Statutes of 2017), and related statutes. The California Air Resources Board (CARB or the Board) is soliciting a Grantee to implement and administer the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23 with an option to renew for a new Grant Agreement for each of the following two years for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25. The FY 2022-23 Funding Plan for Clean Transportation Incentives (Funding Plan)1, approved by the...
The Organics Grant Program provides opportunities to further the purposes of the CA Global Warming Solutions Act (AB 32) and lower overall greenhouse gas emissions by expanding existing capacity or establishing new facilities in CA to reduce the amount of CA-generated green or food materials, or ADC being sent to landfills. Refer to the Organics Grant Program NOFA webpage, https://calrecycle.ca.gov/climate/grantsloans/organics/fy202122fy202223/. Eligible Organics Grant Program projects are: Construction, renovation, or expansion of facilities to increase in-state infrastructure for the composting or digestion of organics into compost, soil amendments, fertilizers, biofuels, or bioenergy. Construction, renovation, or expansion of facilities to increase in-state infrastructure for the...
The Instream Flow Water Purchase Program (WPP) establishes financial instruments and agreements necessary to ensure water for beneficial instream flows are made available from those with legal rights to use or dedicate water. Projects must measurably enhance streamflow at a time and location necessary to provide fisheries or ecosystem benefits or that improve upon existing flow conditions. To ensure the greatest environmental benefit, promote the recovery of species, and improve upon existing flow conditions, the Instream Flow Water Purchase Program’s focus shall be on funding the acquisition of instream flows in the Sacramento-San Joaquin watershed provided January through June, with priority for flows provided in dry and critically dry water year types. Eligible applicants include...
The goal of the Biologically Integrated Farming Systems grant is to provide outreach of innovative, biologically integrated plant-based farming systems that reduce chemical pesticide inputs. Projects from this program should demonstrate IPM-based alternative pest management options that focus on economical and efficacious biological and cultural pest management techniques that allow growers to maintain yields and quality. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Office of Pesticide Consultation and Analysis (OPCA) is pleased to announce grant funding available for the Biologically Integrated Farming Systems Program (BIFS). CDFA received a one-time appropriation for this program as part of the AB 179 Budget Act of 2022, and $1 million of this appropriation will be...
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance and Unemployment Insurance Anti-Fraud Grant (PG) Program RFP
closedThe purpose of the PG Program is to provide funding to district attorneys for the investigation and prosecution of Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and Unemployment Insurance (UI) fraud crimes, which spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic emergencies. The purpose of the PG Program is to provide funding to district attorneys for the investigation and prosecution of Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and Unemployment Insurance (UI) fraud crimes, which spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic emergencies. District attorneys are encouraged to work with county and/or municipal law enforcement agencies on investigatory work related to PUA/UI fraud crimes, and then successfully prosecute these cases. PUA/UI fraud crimes are violations of Cal. Unemp. Ins. Code §§ 2101 and 2114; Cal. Penal Code...
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program provides assistance to civil engineers in solving a variety of engineering challenges using Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA), which is produced from shredded tires, is lightweight, free-draining, and a less expensive alternative to conventional aggregates. Eligible Projects: Projects generally fall into one of five categories (see TDA Uses for more complete descriptions): Category 1: Mechanically Stabilized TDA (retaining walls). Category 2: Low Impact Development (storm water mitigation including storm water infiltration galleries). Category 3: Lightweight fill (slope stabilization, embankment...
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 supplies in California. Eligible Applicants: Local public agencies Eligible Uses: Eligible projects include recycled water treatment; recycled water storage, distribution, and pumping; groundwater recharge; and indirect potable reuse. Ineligible Uses: Operation and maintenance costs. Eligible Costs: All costs necessary to determine the feasibility of using recycled water and to select an alternative to offset or augment the use of fresh/potable water from state or local supplies may be eligible for the planning grant. Eligible Communities: All community...
Note: Due to the anticipated reduction of funding, all grant is anticipated to be committed to existing project applications. The purpose of the General Fund grant is to provide technical and financial assistance to local agencies for the planning and construction of water recycling projects that promote the beneficial use of treated municipal wastewater in order to augment fresh water supplies in California. Eligible Applicants: Local public agencies, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations qualified to do business in California, Public Utilities, Federally and non-federally recognized Native American tribes on the Native American Heritage Commission’s list, and Mutual water companies. Eligible Uses: Eligible projects include recycled water treatment; recycled water storage, distribution...
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 supplies in California. Eligible Applicants: Local public agencies, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations qualified to do business in California, Public Utilities, Federally and non-federally recognized Native American tribes on the Native American Heritage Commission’s list, and Mutual water companies. Eligible Uses: Eligible projects include recycled water treatment; recycled water storage, distribution, and pumping; groundwater recharge; indirect potable reuse; and surface water augmentation. Ineligible Uses: Operation and maintenance costs. Eligible...
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 supplies in California. Eligible Applicants: Local public agencies, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations qualified to do business in California, Public Utilities, Federally and non-federally recognized Native American tribes on the Native American Heritage Commission’s list, and Mutual water companies. Eligible Uses: Eligible projects include recycled water treatment; recycled water storage, distribution, and pumping; groundwater recharge; indirect potable reuse; and surface water augmentation. Ineligible Uses: Operation and maintenance costs. Eligible...
Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) and Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) 2023
closedAuthorized by Section 203 of the Stafford Act, Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) will support states, local communities, tribes and territories as they undertake hazard mitigation projects, reducing the risks they face from disasters and natural hazards. FMA is authorized by Section1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended (NFIA), 42 U.S.C. 4104c, with the goal of reducing or eliminating claims. BRIC aims to implement projects that reduce risks posed by natural hazards to reduce future losses, by funding priority projects and activities. Priorities include risk reduction of both acute events and chronic stressors, driven by climate change, which are either observed or expected. To achieve these goals, for FY 2023 BRIC is prioritizing the following...
The Natural Community Conservation Planning Local Assistance Grant (NCCP LAG) Program and the 30x30 Grant Program are intended to assist local public and non-profit entities with the highest priority tasks needed to implement NCCPs, and for projects associated with the planning and implementation of NCCPs and/or Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs). The California Department of Fish and Wildlife seeks proposals for highest priority projects associated with NCCP implementation and NCCP and/or HCP planning and implementation. The intention of this Proposal Solicitation Package (PSP) is to solicit proposals of the highest quality that are consistent with the goals of the NCCP LAG and 30x30 Grant Programs. To help achieve this intention, the PSP provides guidance on Applicant eligibility, the...
2023 MFSN
closedThe Multifamily Housing Super NOFA is being released for approximately $576 million in funds. This marks the second Multifamily Finance Super NOFA that provides applicants the opportunity to apply for a combination of the available funding programs at the same time and within the same round. Programs providing funding pursuant to this Super NOFA include the following:• Multifamily Housing Program (MHP) which provides loans to assist the new construction, rehabilitation, and preservation of permanent and transitional rental housing for lower income households;• Veterans Housing and Homelessness Prevention (VHHP) Program which provides funds for acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, and preservation of affordable multifamily housing for veterans and their families to allow veterans to...
The purpose of the Antibias Education Grant Program is to prevent, address, and eliminate racism and bias in all California public schools, making all public schools inclusive and supportive of all people. Emphasis shall be on preventing anti-Semitism and bias or prejudice toward groups, including, but not limited to, African Americans, Asian-Pacific Islanders, Latinos, and people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning youth. Assembly Bill 130 Chapter 44 Section 157 of the 2021–22 California State Budget and AB 181 Section 138 of the 2022–23 California State Budget established the Antibias Education Grant Program. A sum of $20,000,000 was appropriated from the General Fund to the State Superintendent of Public Instruction (SSPI). The SSPI shall award a minimum of 100...
The purpose of this grant is to fund an organization that has the knowledge and expertise to expand or develop apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship which incorporates data-proven strategies to recruit, train, and employ firefighters and paramedics. The grantee will be responsible for facilitating the development, implementation, and expansion of up to five apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs that will serve 270 to 500 participants. The Firefighter Joint Apprenticeship Program PY 22-23 grant aims to fund an organization that possesses the knowledge, expertise, and authority to expand or develop up to five apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship training programs which incorporates data-proven strategies to recruit, train, and employ firefighters and paramedics. The successful...
The statutory goal of the CASF program is to provide broadband access to 98 percent of households in each consortia region. The California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) provides grants to “telephone corporations” as defined under P.U. Code § 234 to bridge the “digital divide” by building and expanding broadband facilities in unserved and underserved areas of the state. The CASF supports projects that a) provide broadband services to areas currently without broadband access and b) build out facilities in underserved areas.
This grant program will connect California cultural heritage organizations with local assistance grants to strengthen collections care and emergency preparedness, thereby protecting their collections from damage, destruction and decay. The goal is to protect at-risk art, historically and culturally significant collections that are publicly and privately held among California’s underserved and underrepresented communities. The partner organization will work with the State Library to design and implement a grant program that provides local archives, historical societies, libraries, museums, tribal nations and other cultural heritage organizations with funding to implement disaster preparedness plans. The Applicant’s role and responsibilities are as follows: 1. Creating a grant...
The purpose of this solicitation is to provide cost share funding for eligible projects (see Section II.C. of GFO-22-903) to applicants that apply for and receive an award under an eligible federal Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA). Before applying, applicants are encouraged to check Eligibility Requirements in Section II. of this solicitation. As new eligible cost share opportunities are released, the CEC will revise this document with corresponding information on how to apply for cost share for that funding opportunity. Information on currently eligible funding opportunities can be found in the Eligible Federal Funding Opportunities section of the Eligibility Requirements (Section II.A.). The CEC will provide cost share only to applicants that are applying for a FOA or follow-on...
The EEM Program is an annual program established by legislation in 1989 and amended on September 26, 2013. It offers grants to local, state, and federal governmental agencies, and to nonprofit organizations for projects to mitigate the environmental impacts caused by new or modified public transportation facilities. There are three types of EEM project: Urban Forestry, Resource Lands, and Mitigation Projects Beyond the Scope of the Lead Agency. Introduction EEM projects must contribute to mitigation of the environmental effects of transportation facilities. The California Natural Resources Agency (Agency) prescribes procedures and criteria to evaluate grant project proposals and submits a list of projects recommended for funding to the California Transportation Commission (CTC). The CTC...
The purpose of this grant offered through the Office of the Attorney General, California Department of Justice Tobacco Grant Program is to promote a healthier California by reducing illegal sales and marketing of cigarettes and tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, to minors and youth. In accordance with Proposition 56, funds will be awarded to applicants that demonstrate the capacity to support and/or hire law enforcement officers for programs that include, but are not limited to: - enforcing state laws and local ordinances relating to illegal sales and/or marketing of tobacco products to minors and youth; and/or - increasing investigative activities and compliance checks of tobacco retailers and online services that deliver tobacco products to reduce illegal sale of tobacco...
The HIRE initiative is the latest program under the Corrections-Workforce Partnership, a state-level collaboration effort between CWDB, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), and the California Prison Industry Authority (CalPIA). Since 2018, the CWDB has formally partnered with CDCR and CalPIA to improve labor market outcomes of the state's justice-involved and formerly incarcerated populations. The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) is pleased to announce the Helping Justice-Involved Reenter Employment (HIRE) initiative. HIRE is a new funding opportunity for community-based organizations (CBOs) and other nonprofit organizations to provide employment services to justice-involved individuals. Approximately $50,000,000 will be available to qualified...
To combat senior isolation and to improve the health, safety, and well-being of vulnerable seniors and individuals with disabilities through safe access to vital services. The CDA seeks to support facilities in increasing the number of participants attending in-center services. This program will provide one-time COVID-19 mitigation and resilience grant funding to continue to help create safe and healthy person-centered environments. Prior to applying for funding, all potential applicants must submit a Letter of Intent (LOI). Funding will then be allocated based on the total number of LOIs received. Each applicant will be eligible for the same maximum funding amount of XXX. Facilities may apply for funds for one or multiple eligible purposes and for one or multiple sites (if applicable). ...
Help build the statewide eBook collection and develop a collection of materials that meet the diverse set of reading needs of all of California. Help build the statewide eBook collection! Applications will open on May 15th and must be submitted by June 20th at 12:00 noon Pacific. The California State Library invites public libraries to apply for funding to build our shared statewide collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks, accessible to every library in the state. The collection, currently consisting of over 100,000 copies of over 36,000 titles, is designed to meet the recreational and informational reading needs of California’s diverse communities. Many titles are licensed for simultaneous use. The collection is available to all public libraries to provide for free to readers of all...
The Golden State Social Opportunities Program (GSSOP) increases the number of appropriately trained behavioral health professionals providing direct patient in a California-based nonprofit organization. The Golden State Social Opportunities Program (GSSOP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently enrolled in a graduate program from a University of California or California State University campus or a nonprofit independent institution of higher education that prepares them to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, or a Licensed Clinical Psychology (PhD or PsyD) for a scholarship of up to $25,000 per year for a total of up to $50,000 in exchange for a 24-month service obligation practicing and...
The Behavioral Health Scholarship Program (BHSP) increases the number of appropriately trained behavioral health professionals providing direct patient care in an underserved area or qualified facility within California. The Behavioral Health Scholarship Program (BHSP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently accepted or enrolled in an accredited academic or certificate program that prepares them to become one of the eligible professionals under this program for a scholarship of up to $25,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an underserved community in California.
COVID-19 Mitigation Project
closedThe COVID-19 Mitigation Project funding opportunity will prevent, prepare for and respond to the COVID-19 public health emergency and ensure the continuity of services to support individuals connected to the behavioral health system. The project will particularly focus on people engaged in mental health or substance use disorder care. This funding opportunity is available to public and private nonprofit California licensed, certified or otherwise qualified substance use and/or mental health disorder providers, county and Tribal-based providers, crisis care mobile unit programs, community health centers, Federally Qualified Health Centers, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics, harm reduction service providers, recovery residences, transitional housing facilities, homeless...
The purpose of the Program is to implement new and unique methods to provide direct support services for victims/survivors of crime who are part of a marginalized population. The purpose of the Program is to implement new and unique methods to provide direct support services for victims/survivors of crime who are part of a marginalized population. Priority will be provided to entities that have the primary purpose and are currently providing direct support services to any of the following marginalized victim/survivor or crime groups: refugees, people/communities of color (identity-based communities that hold a primary racial or ethnic identity that describes shared racial /ethnic characteristics among community members, e.g., LatinX; Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)...
The California Interagency Council on Homelessness (Cal ICH) is pleased to announce the availability of $20 million of Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (Tribal HHAP) grant funding. These funds are available for California Federally Recognized Tribes and are designed to be flexible to meet the unique needs of each community in their goals to prevent and end homelessness. California Federally Recognized Tribes are the only applicants able to receive Tribal HHAP funding; however, Tribes may partner with other organizations in their application and are encouraged to do so. Tribal communities hold the expertise to design and implement culturally responsive solutions that meet needs of their communities. Health and Safety Code section 50220.8, subdivision (e) provides for...
The purpose of the Program is to increase the availability of free comprehensive civil and criminal legal assistance needed to effectively aid adult and youth victims/survivors of crime who are seeking relief in legal matters related to that crime. Funds may not be used to provide criminal defense services.
The purpose of this solicitation is to demonstrate innovative charging technologies and/or business models that highlight the unique needs of MD/HD vehicles and fleets. This is a two-phased competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $20,000,000 in grant funds for Phase 1 projects that demonstrate transformative technology solutions and work to accelerate the successful commercial deployment of medium- and heavy-duty (MD/HD) electric vehicle (EV) charging applications, including, but not limited to the following: innovative business models (e.g., truck parking, truck stops/charging hubs, charging corridors, and mobility/charging-as-a-service); and innovative technologies (e.g., large scale...
The Regional Trauma Recover Centers (TRC) Pilot Program - Northern California will award $2.5 million in state funds to operate two Northern California TRC satellite offices in rural or underserved communities jointly run by local organizations in each community and an affiliated TRC in another location. TRCs primarily provide wrap-around mental health and social services for survivors of crime in California. The Regional TRC Pilot Program - Northern California grant opportunity is only available to current CalVCB grant recipients who will partner with local agencies in rural or underserved areas in Northern California to provide services to victims of crime. CalVCB will award $2,500.000 million to provide satellite TRC services in two Northern California locations. The multidisciplinary...
On June 30, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom approved statutory changes to Health and Safety Code (HSC), commencing with Section 50780,which establishes the Manufactured Housing Opportunity and Revitalization (MORE) Program. The intent of this legislation is to ensure that Mobilehome Parks can continue to provide a significant source of affordable homeownership for California residents. The MORE program was established to replace the state's underutilized Mobilehome Park Rehabilitation and Resident Ownership Program (MPPROP). Under the new MORE Program, the types of eligible applicants were expanded to include local public entities, qualified nonprofit housing sponsors and in some cases private MobilehomePark owners. The changes to this section of the HSC also allow for Mobilehome Parks that...
The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), in partnership with The Center, has $5 million in funding to support focused outreach activities. Organizations may apply for up to $200,000 to implement and strengthen opioid use and stimulant use outreach and community education programs for and within Two-Spirit (2S)/LGBTQ+ communities in California. Funding will support increasing access to treatment services for opioid use disorder, stimulant use disorder and/or co-occurring substance use disorder through referrals and partnerships. Applications are due by May 8 at 1 p.m.
The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), in partnership with The Center at Sierra Health Foundation, has $12 million in funding available to support prevention and education activities. Organizations may apply for up to $250,000 to support programs addressing opioid use, stimulant use and polysubstance use in communities of color. Awarded funds will support community awareness, outreach and education around opioids andstimulants, as well as polysubstance use, and strengthen referral pathways to care and treatmentservices, including MAT, in Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) communities across the state.We invite applications from organizations that strive to realize health equity and racial justice inCalifornia, and that have a strong track record of delivering...
The County Medical Services Program (CMSP) Allied Healthcare Loan Repayment Program (AHLRP) increases the number of appropriately trained allied healthcare professionals in California. Furthermore, it empowers and encourages those professionals to provide direct patient care in a CMSP-designated county at any number of CMSP-contracted provider sites in underserved areas and communities throughout California. The County Medical Services Program (CMSP) Allied Healthcare Loan Repayment Program (AHLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and/or certified and practicing in an eligible allied healthcare discipline for loan repayment of up to $16,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care at one of the CMSP-contracted...
The licensed Mental Health Services Provider Education Program (LMH) increases the number of appropriately trained mental healthcare professionals providing direct client care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Licensed Mental Health Services Provider Education Program (LMH) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing in an eligible mental health profession for loan repayment of up to $30,000 in exchange for a 24-month service obligation practicing and providing direct client care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.
The Steven M. Thompson Physician Corps Loan Repayment Program (STLRP) was established in 2003 to increase access to healthcare and promote the retention of primary care physicians in medically underserved areas (MUAs) of California who provide direct patient care. The Steven M. Thompson Physician Corps Loan Repayment Program (STLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing as a physician for loan repayment of up to $105,000 in exchange for a 36-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.
The Licensed Vocational Nurse Loan Repayment Program (LVNLRP) increases the number of appropriately trained licensed vocational nurses providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Licensed Vocational Nurse Loan Repayment Program (LVNLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing as a vocational nurse for loan repayment of up to $8,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.
The Bachelor of Science Nursing Loan Repayment Program (BSNLRP) increases the number of appropriately trained registered nurses providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Bachelor of Science Nursing Loan Repayment Program (BSNLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing as a registered nurse for loan repayment of up to $15,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $9 million in grant funds to accelerate the development and deployment of easy-to-use charging products which help customers manage electric vehicle (EV) charging and respond to dynamic grid signals. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $9 million in grant funds to accelerate the development and deployment of easy-to-use charging products which help customers manage electric vehicle (EV) charging and respond to dynamic grid signals. Up to $300 million in additional grant funds may be available in the future to complete a second phase of work for agreements initially...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund projects that support the ability to enable managed charging and bi-directional power flow for electric school buses and their associated infrastructure. This is a two-phased competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $15,000,000 in grant funds for Phase 1 projects that will install bi-directional direct current fast charging stations at key building sites throughout California school districts. (See sections below for information on Phase 2). The purpose of this solicitation is to fund projects that support the ability to enable managed charging and bi-directional power flow for electric school buses and their associated infrastructure. As...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $35 million in grant funds for projects that will support electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure for high mileage on-demand transportation services, car sharing enterprises, or car rental agencies, and the public. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $35 million in grant funds for projects that will support electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure for high mileage on-demand transportation services, car sharing enterprises, or car rental agencies, and the public.
The Tire-Derived Product (TDP) Grant Program promotes markets for recycled-content products derived from waste tires generated in California and decreases the adverse environmental impacts created by unlawful disposal and stockpiling of waste tires. Eligible applicants include include Qualifying Tribal Entities and Public entities: · California cities · counties · public school districts · public colleges and universities · special districts · park or recreational districts · state agencies (including offices, departments, bureaus, and boards) Eligible Products: Tire-derived products (TDP) must be made from only California-generated waste tires, processed in California and manufactured into a final...
Increase the visibility of electric vehicle (EV) chargers, charging stations, and hydrogen refueling stations through the installation of signs along freeways, highways, major urban boulevards, and surface streets, and within larger parking lots such as malls or shopping centers. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $1 million in grant funds for projects that will increase the visibility of electric vehicle (EV) chargers, charging stations, and hydrogen refueling stations through the installation of signs along freeways, highways, major urban boulevards, and surface streets, and within larger parking lots such as malls or shopping centers.
GFO-22-614 – Reliable, Equitable, and Accessible Charging for Multi-family Housing 2.0 (REACH 2.0)
closedThe purpose of this solicitation is to demonstrate replicable and scalable business and technology models for large-scale deployment of EV charging infrastructure capable of maximizing access and EV travel for MFH residents. Proposed projects must include charger installations that will benefit and be used by MFH residents within disadvantaged communities, low-income communities, or a combination of both. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $20,000,000 in grant funds for projects that will increase electric vehicle (EV) charging access for multi-family housing (MFH) residents. The solicitation also aims to enable greater EV adoption among MFH residents. For the purpose of this...
The RESEA CRTA grant’s purpose is to optimize the RESEA program to improve outcomes for claimants most likely to exhaust Unemployment Insurance (UI), leveraging the insights of local practitioners to co-design strategies for more effective implementation and coordination of services. Additionally, the grant will use the RESEA program as a case study for enacting systems change across the state workforce development system. The RESEA CRTA grant supports the assessment and development of strategies for improving the current service delivery approaches through a learning framework and a strong community of practice (CoP) with state and local leaders from the workforce development system. For this SFP, the workforce development system (WDS) is defined as a network of partners that include...
Permanently protect croplands, rangelands, and lands utilized for the cultivation of traditional resources from conversion to non-agricultural uses. Protecting these lands promotes smart growth within existing jurisdictions, ensures open space remains available, and supports healthy agricultural and tribal food systems, and resulting food security. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Capacity and Project Development grants expand organizational capacity to develop agricultural conservation acquisition projects.
To protect critical agricultural lands, to support infill & compact development, and to avoid increases in the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the conversion of agricultural land to non-agricultural uses. Planning grants support the development of local and regional land use policies and economic development strategies to protect these agricultural lands. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Planning Grants support the development and implementation of plans for the protection of agricultural land at risk of conversion to non-agricultural uses, maintaining the economic viability of the region’s...
Permanently protect croplands, rangelands, and lands utilized for the cultivation of traditional resources from conversion to non-agricultural uses. Protecting these lands promotes smart growth within existing jurisdictions, ensures open space remains available, and supports healthy agricultural and tribal food systems, and resulting food security. Please note: pre-proposals are required. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Agricultural Conservation Acquisitions provide funding to leverage the protection of strategically located, highly productive, and critically threatened agricultural land, via the purchase of permanent agricultural...
The State-Local Partner Mentorship (SLP-M) program is intended to support the establishment of a county-designated local arts agency in each of the four counties in which no such agency has currently been identified (Alpine, Glenn, Kings, San Joaquin). Grant funds will go to four existing State-Local Partners (SLP) to foster the development of new SLPs in these counties. The CAC expects that an active SLP will be established in the identified county within 2-3 years, either as a unit of County government or an independent 501(c)(3), and that the SLP-M will mentor them through their first two years of arts programming and services, after which the mentee organization could qualify for an SLP grant independently. SLP-M grantees may reapply for 2nd and 3rd year funding through this program...
The Statewide and Regional Networks (SRN) program intends to contribute to the health and vitality of the creative workforce in California by creating a resilient network of arts service organizations and artists Arts service organizations must provide practical services for artists, creators, tradition bearers, and/or arts and cultural organizations. Constituent representation must be active, ongoing, effective, and relevant statewide or regional reach. Programs and/or services must provide engagement and access throughout all counties and/or municipalities identified within the statewide or regional network. Any state funds regranted through this program must be in compliance with the CAC’s Grant Opportunity statement, included on page 11 of the appendix of this document.
Impact Projects
closedThe Impact Projects grant program intends to support collaborative projects that center artists and artistic practice in responding to issues experienced by historically and systemically under-resourced communities in California at this time, including, but not limited to, social, political, and economic inequalities. Applicant organization must develop and complete a project addressing the goals of the program to be completed within the project timeline. The project description must include an anticipated timeline for completion within the Grant Activity Period. Projects must be collaboratively developed between local artist(s) and community members to develop and express creative and artistic goals and address a community-defined need. Projects must utilize creative practices to...
State-Local Partners
closedThe State-Local Partnership program provides general operating support and technical assistance for county-designated local arts agencies. The purpose of the program is to foster cultural development on the local level through a partnership between the State and the counties of California. The nature of this partnership includes funding, information exchange, cooperative activities, and leadership. Funding for general operating support is awarded as a contract between the State-Local Partner grantee and the California Arts Council. State-Local Partner grantees will be expected to: Maintain an accessible public office operated by, at minimum, one full-time equivalent (FTE) staff position. In unique situations, exceptions can be made, given that all programs and services are accessible...
The Arts & Cultural Organizations General Operating Support grant program provides direct funding to arts and cultural organizations in support of ongoing operations. This grant supports the well-being of California’s cultural vitality by helping sustain a robust and diverse arts workforce and infrastructure. Funds may be used to support any eligible expenses associated with the general operations of an arts or cultural organization, including but not limited to rent, utilities, and staff salaries. Applying for this grant does not restrict an organization from applying for other CAC project-based grants. General Operating grants are intended to support the applicant organization in carrying out its mission. Funding is not intended to support a specific project.
The Folk and Traditional Arts (FTA) grant program intends to redirect resources at the local level by proposing to fund one or more Administering Organizations (AO) with demonstrated capacity for statewide and regional reach that will regrant funds, provide technical assistance, and/or build capacity with artists and arts organizations in support of folk and traditional arts expressions The CAC will award funds to an AO that will develop and administer FTA grants statewide. The AO will be responsible for the planning and implementation of FTA programs, including but not limited to: development of program components and timeline; providing technical assistance; capacity building at the local level; implementing statewide and community-specific engagement strategies and trusted culture...
CalMoneySmart 2023-24
closedThe CalMoneySmart program awards up to $2 million each year to nonprofits for financial empowerment programs focusing on unbanked and underbanked consumers to access lower-cost financial products and services, establish or improve their credit, increase their savings, or lower their debt. Funds can be used to for free financial education, financial coaching, or financial products or services. The CalMoneySmart grant program awards up to $2 million per year to eligible nonprofit organizations with a maximum grant award to $200,000 per fiscal year in funding to design, develop, or offer free financial education and empowerment content, provide free financial coaching, or design and develop free financial products or services for unbanked or underbanked households. Black and Hispanic...
The CA Department of Transportation developed the Clean California Local Grant Program through which funds will go to local communities to beautify and improve local streets and roads, tribal lands, parks, pathways, and transit centers. Through the combination of adding beautification measures and art in public spaces along with the removal of litter and debris, this effort will enhance communities and improve spaces for walking and recreation. The Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP) is a competitive statewide program created to beautify and clean up local streets and roads, tribal lands, parks, pathways, transit centers, and other public spaces. Assembly Bill 149 (Sec.16) created the CCLGP of 2021 and was codified under Streets and Highway Code §91.41 et al. The Program is one...
This Block Grant Pilot solicitation will provide funding to organizations to further disburse to agricultural operations. CDFA aims to support regional capacity building and provide opportunities for regional strategic use of SWEEP funding to address local concerns regarding water conservation and water efficiency. In summary, awardees of the program will: 1) provide technical assistance to farmers in development and implementation of irrigation projects, 2) identify on-farm projects for financial support and disburse funds, 3) Support and verify on-farm project implementation, 4) provide reporting and invoicing. The minimum award is $2 million, the maximum award is $5 million. Awardees will prioritize socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers (as defined by the Farm Equity Act of...
The program aims to improve access to healthy foods in underserved communities while promoting California-grown agriculture through funding energy-efficient and climate-friendly refrigeration and freezer equipment in corner stores, small businesses and food donation programs in low-income or low-food access areas throughout the state. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is pleased to announce a competitive application process for the Healthy Refrigeration Grant Program (HRGP). CDFA will fund energy-efficient and climate-friendly refrigeration and freezer equipment in corner stores, small businesses, and food donation programs in low-income or low-food access areas throughout the state of California. New units are to stock California-grown fresh produce, nuts, eggs...
The Healthy Soils - Block Grant Pilot Program is a part of the Healthy Soils Program, which stems from the California Healthy Soils Initiative, a collaboration of state agencies and departments that promotes the development of healthy soils on California’s farmlands and ranchlands. The Block Grant Pilot Program is designed to facilitate financial assistance to California agricultural operations through regional block grant administrators. The grant term is four years. The minimum and maximum award per block grant application is $2,000,000 and $5,000,000 respectively. Program Structure: For the purpose of this program, there are three entities of interest. 1. Block Grant Recipients The eligible entities include (1) Resource Conservation Districts; (2) University of California...
The State Budget Act of 2022 (Senate Bill 154, Chapter 43, Statutes of 2022) established the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Grant Program. Funding is available to federally recognized Indian tribes in California to support efforts to identify, collect caselevel data, publicize, and investigate and solve cases involving missing and murdered indigenous people. The State Budget Act of 2022 (Senate Bill 154, Chapter 43, Statutes of 2022) established the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Grant Program. Funding is available to federally recognized Indian tribes in California to support efforts to identify, collect caselevel data, publicize, and investigate and solve cases involving missing and murdered indigenous people. Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Grant Program...
Funds from the Title II Grant program have been set aside for federally recognized tribal governments that serve tribal youth, which will be awarded through this Request for Proposal (RFP) process. This grant will target the reduction of the overrepresentation of Tribal youth in contact with the juvenile justice system. Funds from the Title II Grant program have been set aside for federally recognized tribal governments that serve tribal youth, which will be awarded through this Request for Proposal (RFP) process. This grant will target the reduction of the overrepresentation of Tribal youth in contact with the juvenile justice system. Proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 9, 2023. Applicants must ensure the proposal package is signed with a digital signature OR a wet...
The State Budget Act of 2022 (Senate Bill 154, Chapter 43, Statutes of 2022) established the Organized Retail Theft Prevention Grant Program. Funding is available to California city police departments, sheriff departments, and probation departments to support local law enforcement agencies in preventing and responding to organized retail theft, motor vehicle or motor vehicle accessory theft, or cargo theft. The State Budget Act of 2022 (Senate Bill 154, Chapter 43, Statutes of 2022) established the Organized Retail Theft Prevention Grant Program. Funding is available to California city police departments, sheriff departments, and probation departments to support local law enforcement agencies in preventing and responding to organized retail theft, motor vehicle or motor vehicle accessory...
Funding is available to California District Attorneys for the purpose of addressing increased levels of retail theft property crimes by using a vertical prosecution model. The State Budget Act of 2022 (Assembly Bill 178, Chapter 45, Statutes of 2022) established the Organized Retail Theft Vertical Prosecution Grant Program. Funding is available to California District Attorneys for the purpose of addressing increased levels of retail theft property crimes by using a vertical prosecution model. Organized Retail Theft Vertical Prosecution Grant Program proposals must be received by 5:00 P.M. (PST) on Friday, July 7, 2023. Applications for the Organized Retail Theft Vertical Prosecution Grant Program must be submitted through the BSCC-Submittable Application portal. The BSCC-Submittable...
The ESE TA PY 22-23 announcement aims to increase equity and improve outcomes for underserved populations facing significant barriers to employment by providing necessary guidance and support to program awardees in their pursuit of successful ESE programs and participant outcomes. The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $1.4 million from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s Discretionary Fund for the Employment Social Enterprise (ESE) Technical Assistance (TA) funding opportunity for Program Year 2022-23 (PY 22-23). The ESE TA awardee will be responsible for providing meaningful technical assistance to ESE PY 22-23 program awardees as they...
The purpose of the Program is to improve the criminal justice system’s processing of violent crimes against women through a coordinated, multi-disciplinary, prosecutorial response including specialized units with a highly qualified prosecutor and victim advocate.
The primary priority of the Wildfire Recovery and Forest Resilience Directed Grant Program is the planning and implementation of forest health projects that promote wildfire recovery and forest resilience. This program seeks to create more-resilient forest landscapes, reduce wildfire risk, accelerate recovery from recent wildfires and supports projects that address these strategies. The Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC) identified five wildfire recovery strategies for the Sierra Nevada: landscape-scale forest restoration, water supply protection, strategic reforestation, rapid expansion of wood-utilization infrastructure, and support for community-led initiative. California’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan identifies three goals that are strongly aligned with SNC's Watershed...
The LSTA-funded Sustainable California Libraries themed grant provides libraries the opportunity to design programming and educational opportunities focused on sustainability and climate resilience, by collaborating with project partners, community connections, and community members. Projects receiving funding for the California Sustainable Libraries Award focus on climate education, environment-focused civic engagement, water conservation, air quality, energy efficiency, reducing waste, and supporting local climate action and resilience plans. Grants support activities such as workshops, teaching gardens, lending libraries including tools, seeds and other items tailored to community needs, climate-focused service groups, sustainability conversations, and more. These projects meet Goal 4...
The WETA grant program is designed to facilitate technical assistance to agricultural operations for on-farm water and energy use efficiency and nutrient management. The program supports technical assistance in three forms: Evaluate irrigation system efficiency (e.g., mobile irrigation lab) and provide diagnostics, reports and recommendations. Provide pump efficiency testing. Provide water use efficiency and nutrient management training. Funding: The grant term will be 3 years. The maximum award amount is $500,000. Matching funds are not required. Eligibility: The following entities are eligible to apply for WETA grants: Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs), University of California, California Community Colleges or California State Universities, Non-profits, Federally- and...
This grant provides opportunities for teachers and paraprofessionals, including developing and delivering professional learning opportunities supporting the implementation of effective language acquisition programs for English learner (EL) students, which may include integrated language development within and across content areas, bilingual and biliterate proficiency, and building and strengthening capacity to implement the EL Roadmap Policy. County Offices of Education (COEs) and consortia of COEs must have demonstrated expertise in developing and providing high-quality professional learning to teachers and paraprofessionals in public schools (serving early learning, transitional kindergarten, kindergarten, and grades one to twelve, inclusive). Applicants must be able to deliver...
Investment in Mental Health Wellness Grant Program for Children and Youth (5th Funding Round)
closedIt is intended to improve access to mental health crisis services in California for children and youth, ages 21 and under by funding a statewide expansion of mobile crisis support teams (MCSTs), crisis stabilization and Children’s Crisis Residential Program beds, and family respite care via grants available to counties. Chapter 30, Statutes of 2016 (SB 833), Section 20, established the Investment in Mental Health Wellness Grant Program for Children and Youth and is intended to improve access to mental health crisis services in California for children and youth, ages 21 and under. SB 833 provides a mechanism for funding a statewide expansion of Mobile Crisis Support Teams (MCSTs), Crisis Stabilization Units and Children’s Crisis Residential Treatment beds, and Family Respite Care services...
Support CBOs’ involvement in addressing emergencies through funding of innovative approaches for CBOs to engage in emergency response and build increased capacity in that space. Seeks to identify and elevate promising practices in the area of community-based crisis response in order to develop policy recommendations and guidance to the Legislature and Governor for scaling and implementation of a permanent community-based crisis response program. Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) sections 18999.90-18999.95 authorize the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) to administer the Community Response Initiative to Strengthen Emergency Systems (C.R.I.S.E.S.) Grant Pilot Program. The CDSS will administer $10 million for grant-making to community-based organizations (CBOs) for emergency...
Provides funding for prevention plans and implementation activities that help protect California’s reservoirs from a quagga and zebra (dreissenid) mussel infestation. DBW's Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program (QZ Grant Program) provides funding for two tiers/two types of projects: 1) Planning and Assessment projects; and 2) Implementation projects. Examples of projects include: developing Prevention Plans, purchasing pressure washers/decontamination units, inspection programs including staffing, materials and supplies. DBW coordinates and collaborates with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife on many aspects of this program.
The Federal PCSGP is a discretionary grant program administered by the California Department of Education, Charter Schools Division. Applications are reviewed by peer evaluators and awarded to school developers to assist in the development and initial operations of newly established/conversion charter schools. The PCSGP Start-Up Sub-Grant provides funding for the planning and initial implementation of newly established or conversion charter schools. Start-Up sub-grants for planning and implementation are eligible for up to $600,000. There may be an additional opportunity to apply for up to $100,000 in supplemental funding to support and improve services for educationally disadvantaged students. The PCSGP Start-Up Sub-Grant serves California's public charter schools by providing startup...
California Public Resource Code (PRC) section 43230 authorizes CalRecycle to award grants to Local Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) to carry out their solid waste facilities permit and inspection programs. These grants are awarded only to LEAs and regional LEAs that are certified by CalRecycle pursuant to Title 4, California Code of regulations (CCR), Chapter 5, Article 2.1 and LEA Certificate Requirements. The program offers non-competitive grants to assist LEAs in implementing their solid waste facilities permit and inspection programs. Annual funding for this Program cannot exceed $1,500,000. Of this amount, $96,000 is allocated for CalRecycle’s LEA training and outreach activities; and the remaining $1,404,000 is distributed among grant applicants according to the Criteria and Process. ...
The goal of this grant will be to develop and provide training for educators to become literacy coaches and reading and literacy specialists and provide support for the local educational agencies that receive the allocation in Assembly Bill 181, Section 137 (Chapter 52, Statutes of 2022) and to provide support in meeting the State Superintendent of Public Instruction’s goal of all California students reading by third grade by 2026. The California Department of Education (CDE) invites county offices of education (COEs), or consortia of COEs, to apply for funding through the Literacy Coaches and Reading Specialists (LCRS) Educator Training grant program to develop and provide training for educators to become literacy coaches and reading and literacy specialists to further the State...
The Program may consider funding projects that develop new management methods for treating the beet leafhopper (BLH), or development of enhancements to other program areas that will mitigate the virus. The funding will be based on the researcher using a no pesticide alternative or Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) approved pesticides registered for use in CA on BLH and/or on rangeland/hillside. Project Scope: The Beet Curly Top Virus Control Program (BCTVCP) may consider funding projects that develop new management methods for treating the beet leafhopper (BLH), the primary vector of the beet curly top virus or development of enhancements to other program areas that will mitigate the virus. Priorities: The funding will be based on the researcher using a no pesticide alternative...
The goal of the Homekey program is to grant state funds to local public entities to acquire, develop and operate a broad range of housing types, including but not limited to hotels, motels, single-family homes and multifamily apartments, adult residential facilities, and manufactured housing, to convert commercial properties and other existing buildings to Permanent or Interim Housing for the Target Population. Homekey was created as an opportunity for local public agencies to quickly acquire and rehabilitate properties like motels, multifamily buildings, and commercial properties, to expand housing for persons experiencing or at risk of homelessness, who are inherently impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The $736 Million Round 3 NOFA sets aside 10% of funding for youth at risk or...
Zip Books 2023-2024
closedThe purpose of the Zip Books program is to provide patrons with speedy access to materials they might not otherwise be able to get through the library, without the long wait times often associated with interlibrary loan requests. It also adds a patron-driven collection development approach to a library’s usual process, resulting in a collection more closely matched to the needs of the local community. About the Program The Zip Books program is an alternative model for interlibrary loan service that bridges the gaps between a library’s patron request service, a normal acquisitions process, and an outreach/home delivery service. It is based on a project called “Zip Books—Digital Library of Northern California,” conducted by the Butte, Shasta, and Humboldt County Libraries under a FY...
Tier 1, Cohort S
closedThe primary goal and purpose of the grant are to (1) adopt tobacco-free campus policies that prohibit the use of products containing tobacco and nicotine including, but not limited to, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chew, clove cigarettes, and electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), and (2) conduct the district-level CHKS Core Module with the subgroup population of students in grades five or six, and seven, nine, and eleven. The TUPE Initiation Grant Program (Tier 1, Cohort S) provides funding for three years, beginning July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026. The maximum allowable funding for a single COE or LEA applicant is $6,000 for all three years of the grant. Consortium applicants may request up to $6,000 for each LEA represented in the application for all three years of the grant. The level...
The purpose of this solicitation is to demonstrate replicable and scalable business and technology models to deploy Level 2 electric vehicle (EV) chargers, improve public awareness of and confidence in Level 2 charging access through high-density, high-visibility installations, provide Level 2 charging access in disadvantaged and/or low-income communities, and provide reliable and readily accessible chargers. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $24 million in grant funds. The purpose of the Convenient, High-Visibility, Low-Cost Level 2 Charging (CHiLL-2) solicitation is to: · Demonstrate replicable and scalable business and technology models to deploy Level...
The State Council on Developmental Disabilities, in alignment with the goals of its 5-year state plan issues requests for proposals through Program Development Grants on a yearly basis. Successful grant projects are implemented by community-based organizations that research, develop and/or implement innovative programs and promising/best practices in communities throughout the state. The Council has a total of $300,000 available to fund Cycle 46 projects in four (4) proposed areas: Education, Employment, Health and Safety, and Self-Advocacy. The Council will consider all proposal submissions and choose one (1) or more that will not exceed the full $300,000 budgeted amount. The Council understands that the final list of approved projects may not address all four (4) of the targeted topic...
The ESE PY 22-23 grant competition solicits proposals to design, develop, and implement programs that will focus on the first step to transitioning participants into the workforce by placing individuals into employment, typically in a supported employment setting, to help them earn wages while building work experience, improving job skills as well as provide supportive services for California’s most vulnerable populations. This initiative aims to design, develop, and implement programs that will promote job training opportunities and transitional employment through social enterprise programs for the hardest-to-serve individuals to provide economic self-sufficiency and life stability. The ESE also seeks innovative projects that demonstrate effectiveness in providing jobs, support services...
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 awarded federal grant that also received Energy Commission federal cost share funding under GFO-21-901 or this GFO (GFO-22-902) for a proposed project that meets the requirements of this solicitation. Industrial Decarbonization and Improvements to Grid Operations Program (INDIGO) This program was created under Assembly Bill (AB) 209 (The Energy and Climate Change budget bill, Chapter 251, Section 12, Chapter 7.6, Article 2, enacted in September 2022).[1] The purpose is to implement projects at industrial facilities that can provide significant benefits to...
The Effectiveness Monitoring Committee is an advisory body to the Board of Forestry and Fire Protection, intended to fund robust scientific research aimed at testing the efficacy of the California Forest Practice Rules and other natural resource protection statutes, laws, codes, and associated regulations, which address natural resource issues including, but not limited to, watershed science, wildlife concerns, and wildfire hazard. The Effectiveness Monitoring Committee (EMC) is seeking project proposals that: (1) Address one or more of the EMC’s Research Themes and Critical Monitoring Questions and; (2) Address natural resource protection issues that are important for California forestlands. The critical monitoring questions are organized under 12 Research Themes. Six prioritized...
The intent of CAL FIRE's Forest Health Research Program is to fund scientific research that expands our knowledge in topics related to forest health and wildland fire. The outcomes of these projects will support agencies, organizations, landowners, and policy makers, while furthering the goals of the California Forest and Wildfire Resilience Action Plan and California Climate Investments. The application will consist of a concept proposal followed by review and selection. Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal followed by a second review and selection period. Concept proposals are due by 3 p.m. (PDT), April 27, 2023. Full invited proposals are due by 3 p.m. (PDT), July 13, 2023. The Forest Health Research Program (hereafter “Research Program”) was established as...
The purpose of the County Drought Resilience Planning Grant Program intends to help the counties to establish standing drought task forces or to develop the county drought resilience plans, per Senate Bill 552. The DWR County Drought Resilience Planning Grant Program is offered as a sub-program of the Small Community Drought Relief (SCDR) Program, per the allocation of the Budget Act of 2021, Section 2, Item 3860-101-0001(a). Per Senate Bill (SB) 552 of 2021, counties are required to establish a drought and water shortage task force and develop a drought and water shortage emergency response and long-term mitigation plan for domestic wells and state small water systems (serving 4-14 connections) (CWC Section 10609.70).
The primary goal of IIGC is to promote infill housing development by providing financial assistance for Capital Improvement Projects (CIPs or Projects ) that are an integral part of, or necessary to facilitate the development of Catalytic Qualifying Infill Areas. Under the Program, grants are available as gap funding for infrastructure and other capital improvements necessary for specific residential or mixed-use infill development proposals. The California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department) is pleased to announce the release of the Phase II Solicitation (Solicitation) for approximately $105 million in funds available under the Infill Infrastructure Grant Program – Catalytic Qualifying Infill Area (IIGC or Program) as follows: - $15 million for Small...
The Building Forward Grant Program supports capital projects for public library buildings that address critical maintenance needs, improve energy efficiency and sustainability, and expand access physically and digitally. This competitive grant program prioritizes funding for library facilities in high poverty areas. The Building Forward Grant Program has been the largest investment made by the state in California’s public libraries. For Round Two, approximately $175 million is available to fund capital projects for public library buildings that address critical maintenance needs, improve energy efficiency and sustainability, and expand access physically and digitally. This competitive grant program prioritizes funding for library facilities in high poverty areas. The maximum grant amount...
The Budget Act of 2021 appropriates $30 million from the General Fund to the State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) to address Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS). A budget addendum includes another $50 million allocated for fiscal year (FY) 2022/23 and $20 million for FY 2023/24. This funding is available for technical and financial assistance to drinking water systems to address PFAS in their water drinking water supply. Draft program proposals are available on the program website. This will be updated once final criteria are adopted.
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. Carbon Removal Innovation Support Program (CRISP) This program was created under Assembly Bill (AB) 209 (The Energy and Climate Change budget bill, Chapter 251, Section 13, Chapter 7.8, Article 1, enacted in September 2022). The purpose is to implement advanced technologies for direct air capture of atmospheric carbon. Program and Funding Areas Eligible projects include, but not limited to, technology research, development and demonstrations and prototype and pilot research test centers to remove atmospheric carbon. Ineligible projects do not include a project to benefit petroleum or...
The purpose of this After School Education and Safety (ASES) Frontier Transportation Grant is to provide supplemental funding for existing ASES grantees that have transportation needs due to their after school program site being located in Frontier Areas as specified in California Education Code Section 8483.7(a)(5). The Division will determine annually whether funds are available for ASES grantees that have sites located in Frontier Areas. Required Eligibility Criteria: (1) The ASES program operates at a schoolsite located in a Frontier Area (EC Section 8484.65). (2) A schoolsite located in an area that has a population density of less than 11 persons per square mile may apply for funding pursuant to EC Section 8483.7. (3) The ASES grantee is in Good Standing Status: attendance reports...
Enhancing public boating safety. This program provides grants to local government agencies for the purchase of boating safety and law enforcement water patrol equipment (patrol boats, personal watercraft, engines, search and rescue equipment, dive gear, etc.)
Improve public and navigational safety and reduce environmental damage. This program provides funding for abatement, removal, storage and disposal as a public nuisance of abandoned recreational vessels and/or the destruction of surrendered recreational vessels that may become a threat to navigation.
Research proposals are currently being accepted by the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Vertebrate Pest Control Program (VPCP) within the Integrated Pest Control Branch. Proposals may focus on research and/or education projects to enhance control measures of vertebrate pests that pose a significant threat to the welfare of state’s agricultural economy, infrastructure, environment, and the public. The Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program is authorized to approve a total of $200,000.00 worth of research into vertebrate pest control methods per year. Proposals will be reviewed by scientific and administrative staff who will conduct an initial review of all submitted proposals for completeness. Proposals will be considered for funding twice annually during the...
Volunteer Fire Capacity 2023
closedThe Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) Program is a Federally-funded grant program that allows California to provide local and rural fire departments with minor firefighting, training, communications and safety equipment for their volunteer firefighters. The VFC Program is not intended for major equipment (fire engines, vehicles, etc) or Capital repairs. The Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) Program is a Federally-funded grant program that allows California to provide local and rural fire departments with minor firefighting, training, communications and safety equipment for their volunteer firefighters. The VFC Program is not intended for major equipment (fire engines, vehicles, etc) or Capital repairs. The VFC Program has a 50/50 match requirement which means that the applying department must be...
The Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science Professional Learning Grant will expand existing statewide infrastructure and support a consortium that will provide professional learning and family engagement in mathematics, science, and computer science for grades four through twelve, inclusive. Assembly Bill 185, Chapter 571, Statutes of 2022, Section 53 of the Education Omnibus Budget Trailer Bill for the 2022–23 California State Budget appropriated the sum of $85 million to allocate to county offices of education (COEs) to provide professional learning and support family engagement in mathematics, science, and computer science for pupils in preschool, transitional kindergarten, kindergarten, and grades one to twelve, inclusive. The Fresno County Superintendent of Schools will be...
The TCC Program furthers the purposes of AB 32 (Nunez, 2006) and AB 2722 (Burke, 2016) by funding projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) through the development and implementation of neighborhood-level transformative climate community plans that include multiple coordinated GHG emissions reduction projects that provide local economic, environmental, and health benefits to disadvantaged communities. The Transformative Climate Communities Program (TCC), established by AB 2722 (Burke, 2016), invests in community-led climate resilience projects in the state’s most overburdened communities. The program objectives are to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve public health and the environment, and support economic opportunity and shared prosperity. TCC’s unique, place-based...
The TCC Program furthers the purposes of AB 32 (Nunez, 2006) and AB 2722 (Burke, 2016) by funding projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) through the development and implementation of neighborhood-level transformative climate community plans that include multiple coordinated GHG emissions reduction projects that provide local economic, environmental, and health benefits to disadvantaged communities. The Transformative Climate Communities Program (TCC), established by AB 2722 (Burke, 2016), invests in community-led climate resilience projects in the state’s most overburdened communities. The program objectives are to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve public health and the environment, and support economic opportunity and shared prosperity. The Planning Grants intend to...
The TCC Program furthers the purposes of AB 32 (Nunez, 2006) and AB 2722 (Burke, 2016) by funding projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) through the development and implementation of neighborhood-level transformative climate community plans that include multiple coordinated GHG emissions reduction projects that provide local economic, environmental, and health benefits to disadvantaged communities. The Transformative Climate Communities Program (TCC), established by AB 2722 (Burke, 2016), invests in community-led climate resilience projects in the state’s most overburdened communities. The program objectives are to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve public health and the environment, and support economic opportunity and shared prosperity. TCC’s unique, place-based...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research to advance strategies for managing California’s hydropower resources for optimal contribution to grid operations. Research funded by this solicitation will foster cost-effective, robust approaches to balance anticipated needs for zero-carbon, fast-ramping resources with environmental protection. Hydroelectric power is an important source of zero-carbon, dispatchable power in California. It is a critical element of the state’s electricity system and in-state generation, providing peaking reserve, spinning reserve, and load following capacity, as well as transmission line support. The percentage of the state’s electricity supplied by hydropower varies, as hydropower resources are strongly dependent on snowmelt runoff and rainfall...
The principal goal of this program is to provide grants to Local Housing Trust Funds established by cities and counties, Native American Tribes, and incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to increase the supply of housing to households with incomes of 80 percent or less of area median income. Program Funds awarded under this NOFA shall be used to provide construction loans and/or permanent financing loans at simple interest rates of no higher than three percent per annum, for payment of predevelopment costs, acquisition, construction, or rehabilitation as well as to construct, convert, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and/or repair Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) or Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs). Eligible activitiesPursuant to Guidelines, Section 105, the LHTF funds shall be...
The Local Conservation Corps (LCC) Grant Program provides grants to certified community conservation corps to serve youth 18-25 years of age with a 3 component program including job skills in recycling, education and career education. LCCs provide beverage container litter reduction programs, and waste tire, E-waste and used oil recycling-related services. Eligible LCCs are required to submit a comprehensive budget for each respective funding source and a narrative that includes goals, objectives, supporting activities and outcomes specific to each material fund source. CalRecycle staff will conduct a thorough review of all applications to confirm application completeness and an LCC’s grant award eligibility, which includes but is not limited to, being in good standing with CalRecycle...
The purpose of this grant type is to create green schoolyards to protect the health, well-being, and educational opportunity of children most vulnerable to increasing temperatures and extreme heat across California. Projects shall be centered around improving the environmental conditions and experiences for school children with the highest levels of co-benefits. The CAL FIRE Urban & Community Forestry Program works to optimize the benefits of trees and related vegetation through multiple objective projects as specific in the California Urban Forestry Act of 1978 (PRC 4799.06-4799.12.1)). Two grant options will be offered for Green Schoolyards projects. These two grant types are independent of each other. The Planning Grant focuses on all planning activities only; funding for the...
The purpose of the Emergency and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) III Summer Grant Program is to implement evidence-based summer enrichment programs, and ensure such programs respond to students' academic, social, and emotional needs and address the disproportionate impact of the corona-virus on the student populations, students experiencing homelessness, and children and youth in foster care. We are accepting a second round of applications. Sites awarded in the first round are not eligible to apply for any additional funding from this grant. Schools must be an After School Education and Safety (ASES) or 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) grantee and have verifiable Free and Reduced Price Meals (FRPM) data for 2020-21 through the California Longitudinal Pupil...
This grant program supports planning and implementation of land conservation through fee title or conservation easement acquisition projects to provide access for public use or to public lands, and protect lands threatened by conversion, unique cultural or natural areas, or lands providing critical resilience to climate change. The Sierra Nevada Conservancy recognizes land conservation as an important tool for achieving holistic watershed health. The Strategic Lands Conserved goal in the SNC’s Strategic Plan focuses on protection of high-risk and/or high-priority lands. These lands provide a range of benefits including working landscapes; recreation opportunities; and protection of unique cultural and natural areas, as well as key wildlife habitat. The regional goal of this grant program...
This program aims to support innovative, collaborative efforts to enhance, promote, and develop sustainable recreation and tourism opportunities and increase access to public lands in the Sierra Nevada Region. The Sierra Nevada Conservancy recognizes the fundamental connection between vibrant recreation and tourism across the Region, the health and resilience of Sierra Nevada communities, the opportunity to increase access for people to nature and the outdoors, and the ecological health of California’s watersheds and forests. Working with partners to strategically implement activities supporting recreation and tourism will protect these benefits and the resources that are unique to the Sierra Nevada Region. Projects funded through this program should accomplish one or more of the...
It is intended to expand access to jail and prison diversion programs and services; create or expand mental health treatment facilities, substance use disorder treatment facilities, and trauma-centered service facilities in local communities; and reduce the need of mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, and trauma-centered services in the jails and prisons. Chapter 33, Statutes of 2016 (SB 843), Section 52, established the Community Services Infrastructure Grant Program (CSI) and is intended to improve access to jail diversion programs. SB 843 provides a mechanism for funding a statewide expansion of mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, and trauma-centered services via grants available to counties. ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS Counties and counties...
The Waste Tire Amnesty Grant Program is designed to help divert waste tires from landfill disposal and prevent illegal tire dumping. Grant funds help pay for events allowing citizens to bring waste tires to convenient locations for proper management. An amnesty event could also consist of a coupon program that allows citizens to bring in their tires on specified days. Amnesty events are intended to be free and convenient waste tire collection events for the public to bring in tires that they generate and for businesses that have been victims of illegal dumping. Tires generated from farming equipment, or a small business are also allowed. Eligible applicants include: Local governments (cities, counties, or cities and counties) as defined in PRC section 48617, Special districts...
FY22 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) for Federally-Recognized Tribes in California RFP
closedTo support building or sustaining security enhancement projects that fall within the parameters of the Cal OES HSGP. Funds awarded under HSGP must be used to support statewide preparedness activities. The enhancement project must address high-priority preparedness gaps, and contribute to the tribe's capability to prevent, protect, mitigate against, respond to, or recover from acts of terrorism. The purpose of Fiscal Year 2022 HSGP Tribal RFP, for Federally-Recognized Tribes in California, is to support building or sustaining security enhancement projects that fall within the parameters of the Cal OES HSGP. Funds awarded under HSGP must be used to support statewide preparedness activities. The enhancement project must address high-priority preparedness gaps, and contribute to the tribe's...
The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 authorizes Congressional funding for states, tribes, territories and local communities for FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance Pre-Disaster Mitigation grant program. These funds allow governments to plan for and implement sustainable cost-effective measures to reduce the risk to individuals and property from future natural hazards, while also reducing reliance on federal funding from future disasters. For FISCAL year 2023, funds are being made available to 100 congressionally directed projects. The PDM Grant program promotes a general goal of resilience and adaptation. The 2022-2026 FEMA Strategic Plan outlines three ambitious goals: The PDM Grant Program supports Goal 2: Lead Whole of Community in Climate Resilience and Goal 3: Promote and...
Technical Assistance Entity for the California Regional Initiative for Social Enterprises (CA:RISE)
closedCA:RISE will award funds to select a technical assistance entity (Program Lead) to provide training and technical assistance to Employment Social Enterprises (ESEs) and the certification of program participants as Employment Social Enterprises. The purpose of this Program is to accelerate economic mobility and inclusion for individuals that experience employment barriers. The California Regional Initiative for Social Enterprise Program (CA:RISE) was created in 2021 by Senate Bill No. 193 (Government Code Section 11788) to accelerate economic mobility and inclusion for individuals that experience employment barriers, the purpose of the program is to provide financial assistance and technical assistance to employment social enterprises. This program will provide grant capital paired with...
Grantee(s) will collaboratively work with the Statewide System of Support to build the capacity of LEAs across the state by providing professional learning opportunities for teachers and paraprofessionals in the area of universal design for learning to improve inclusive practices for all pupils, including pupils with disabilities, in general education settings. The selected grantee or grantees do all of the following: (1) Develop and deliver free of charge to LEAs statewide, professional development and professional learning opportunities that, at a minimum, are publicly available, content focused, standards and research based, incorporate active learning, support and promote collaboration, use models of effective practice, provide coaching and expert support, offer feedback and...
The Philanthropy Grant Writing Technical Assistance (LW) Program is to provide grant writing technical assistance to organizations seeking to apply for Listos California Grant Program funds, as well as general assistance on applying for other government grants. This program will also coordinate and amplify Listos California Subrecipients for additional philanthropic support and community funds designed to support disaster impacted communities. The purpose of the Philanthropy Grant Writing Technical Assistance (LW) Program is to provide grant writing technical assistance to organizations seeking to apply for the Listos California Grant Program, as well as general assistance on applying for other government grants. This Program will also coordinate and amplify Listos California Grant...
The grant purpose is to provide funding to communities across the state to plan and develop their own, cross-sector local age- and disability-friendly plans. Under the grant program, CDA will support local communities in planning and creating their own age and disability-friendly action plans. The local plans developed under this grant program aim to improve a community’s livability and address the current, emerging, and future needs of California’s older adults, people with disabilities, caregivers, and families through cross-sector collaboration and transformational systems change. The purpose is to provide funding to communities across the state to plan and develop their own, cross-sector local age- and disability-friendly plans that: 1) transform the infrastructure and coordination...
Soliciting applications from local health jurisdictions (LHJs) to promote cognitive health, address cognitive impairment for people living in the community, and help meet caregiver needs. The Alzheimer’s Association and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention developed the Healthy Brain Initiative State and Local Public Health Partnerships to Address Dementia. The Healthy Brain Initiative Road Map outlines how to promote cognitive health, address cognitive impairment for people living in the community, and help meet the needs of caregivers. The next version of the Healthy Brain Initiative State and Local Public Health Partnerships to Address Dementia Road Map is due to be released in 2023 and will include enhanced strategies. Funded projects will be expected to adopt the updated...
Nearly two-thirds of California cities and counties do not allow the establishment of any regulated cannabis retailers within their jurisdictions. This limits consumer access to regulated, tested cannabis and cannabis products. The Retail Access Grant provides local governments with resources to develop and implement cannabis retailer licensing programs. Up to $20 million total funding is available, distributed in two phases. The Retail Access Grant provides local governments with resources to develop and implement cannabis retailer licensing programs. Up to $20 million total funding is available, distributed in two phases. A local jurisdiction (city or county) is eligible for funding if it both: Does not currently have a cannabis retail licensing program, and Has a plan to...
As part of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) released a Request for Application (RFA) on February 9, 2023, seeking proposals for the second round of grant funding totaling $100,000,000. For the second round of EBP and CDEP grant funding, DHCS seeks proposals to scale trauma-informed care available to children, youth, parents and caregivers in California. Authorized as part of the 2021 Budget Act, CYBHI is a multi-year, multi-department package of investments that reimagines the systems that support behavioral health (BH) and wellness for all California’s children, youth, and their families. Efforts focus on promoting social and emotional well-being, preventing behavioral health challenges, and providing...
The purpose of the Program is to provide culturally appropriate domestic violence education, prevention, outreach, and services for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, and asexual (LGBTIQA+) community that will improve access to this unserved/underserved community.
The Organics Grant Program aims to lower overall greenhouse gas pollution by expanding capacity or building new facilities in California. This will reduce the amount of California-generated green materials, food materials, and Alternative Daily Cover sent to landfills. The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers the Organics Grant Program to provide opportunities to further the purposes of the California Global Warming Solutions Act (AB 32) and lower overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by expanding existing capacity or establishing new facilities in California to reduce the amount of California-generated green materials, food materials, or alternative daily cover (ADC) being sent to landfills. The Organics Grant Program is part of California Climate...
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control provides funding up to $100,000 for local Police Departments and Sheriff’s Departments to reduce alcohol-related harm in California. *See Grant Purpose
The purpose of the Listos California Tribal Grant (LI) Program is to support federally-recognized tribes located in California that serve populations in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Tribal governments can work independently, with other tribal governments, or with local CBOs to provide disaster training and resources to vulnerable and diverse populations. The purpose of the Listos California Tribal Grant (LI) Program is to support federally-recognized tribes located in California that serve populations in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Tribal governments can work independently, with other tribal governments, or with local CBOs to provide disaster training and resources to vulnerable and diverse populations. This work is intended to increase their...
Support organizations throughout California that serve multiple counties and/or larger populations with key social vulnerability factors located in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Community-based organizations throughout the state, referred to as CBOs, can work independently or subgrant with local CBOs to provide disaster training and resources to vulnerable and diverse populations. The purpose of the Listos California Statewide Grant (LS) Program is to support organizations throughout California that serve multiple counties and/or larger populations with key social vulnerability factors located in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Community-based organizations throughout the state, referred to as CBOs, can work independently or subgrant with local...
To support organizations throughout California that serve smaller populations with key social vulnerability factors located in any given area at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Community-based organizations throughout the state, referred to as CBOs, can work independently or subgrant with local CBOs to provide disaster training and resources to vulnerable and diverse populations. The purpose of the Listos California Target Grant (LG) Program is to support organizations throughout California that serve smaller populations with key social vulnerability factors located in any given area at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Community-based organizations throughout the state, referred to as CBOs, can work independently or subgrant with local CBOs to provide disaster...
The purpose of the Listos California CERT Support Grant (LC) Program is to provide funding to new and existing CERT programs to support projects that help prepare vulnerable and underserved populations.
The California State Library’s competitive LSTA grant opportunities help California’s libraries respond effectively to local needs and align services with local community aspirations; support experimentation and research and development in California’s libraries; and provide training and support in grant writing and grant management for the California library community. We invite libraries and other eligible organizations to apply for funding to support local and collaborative projects that address community needs and align with community aspirations. Projects should be guided by the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Projects should align with goal one of the State Library’s current LSTA Five Year Plan. We are especially interested in projects from library...
The overall goal of this solicitation is to understand the role that California’s MPA Network plays in the face of climate change, climate variability, and marine heatwaves in the lives of key species, habitats, or human activities. Projects must be research-based. Applications submitted in response to this solicitation should advance implementation of the OPC’s Strategic Plan to Protect California’s Coast and Ocean 2020-2025. Research projects that are designed with scalable and replicable methods and linked with research questions or monitoring components to inform future projects will be prioritized. Projects must inform adaptative management of the MPA Network and be able to directly link research outcomes to potential management tools. Projects should also be responsive to priorities...
CalNASP is an affiliate of the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP™)—a non-profit, international style archery program dedicated to providing students in grades 4-12 the opportunity to learn and participate in target archery. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) oversees the CalNASP program and trains teachers to use NASP certified equipment and lesson plans. The CalNASP grant is awarded to 10 new schools each fiscal year. (July 1-June 30). The grant pays for a stater archery equipment kit so new schools can start the program in their PE classes. The kit includes: Twelve Genesis compound bows, five bulls-eye targets, one arrow-resistant net, one or two bow racks, five dozen arrows and an equipment maintenance kit. To be awarded the grant, schools cannot already...
The California State Library is pleased to announce the availability of $5 million in grant funding for ethnic media outlets to support the public awareness efforts of the Stop the Hate Program administered by the California Department of Social Services, which provides support and services to victims and survivors of hate incidents and hate crimes and facilitates hate incident or hate crime prevention measures. The California State Library is making available $5 million in grant funding for ethnic media outlets, especially those that serve communities that are historically vulnerable to hate incidents and hate crimes because of their ethnic, racial, religious, gender/gender expression, sexual orientation, or other identities. Grantees shall support the public awareness efforts of...
This Request for Applications is specifically for California tribal and urban Indian organizations and entities with demonstrated knowledge of the Native experience, the strengths and healing capacity of community-defined cultural practices, and the need for inclusion of culture and community-defined practices as a key part of substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery. This Request for Applications is specifically for California tribal and urban Indian organizations and entities with demonstrated knowledge of the Native experience, the strengths and healing capacity of community-defined cultural practices, and the need for inclusion of culture and community-defined practices as a key part of substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery. Organizations and entities to be...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Prevention Fund Program is supported by California taxpayer contributions and anticipates awarding up to $184,000 on a competitive basis to be distributed to municipal animal control agencies, and eligible society for the prevention of animal cruelty affiliates and humane society affiliates for the sole purpose of spay and neuter activities to eliminate cat and dog homelessness. The sole purpose of the Prevention Fund is to support spay and neuter activities to eliminate cat and dog homelessness.
The goals of the CAR Program are to fund a breadth of projects that benefit Delta communities in order to sustain the Delta’s heritage and enhance the unique values of the Delta today through the following activities, in order to promote a robust Delta economy: 1. Climate resilience 2. Community Access (including recreation and tourism, historical and cultural preservation, and environmental education). 3. Natural resource protection The Conservancy may fund activities within or benefitting the Delta and Suisun Marsh as defined in Public Resources Code section 85058 (a map can be found at this link: https://www.deltacouncil.ca.gov/pdf/delta-plan/figure-1-1-delta-boundaries.pdf). The Conservancy may fund an action outside the Delta and Suisun Marsh if the Board makes all the findings...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC) Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) announces the availability of up to $9.0 million to support ultra-low-carbon fuel in two funding categories: demonstration-scale and commercial-scale production facilities utilizing forest biomass. The intent of this solicitation is to support ultra-low-carbon fuels that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, decrease air pollution, prevent wildfire, and help achieve the state’s climate change and clean air goals.
The AHSC Program funds land-use, housing, transportation, and land preservation projects to support infill and compact development that reduce greenhouse gas ("GHG") emissions. This Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for approximately $750 million in funds from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF). The primary goal is to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through projects implementing land-use, housing, and transportation to support infill and compact development, while supporting related and coordinated public policy objectives.
The goal of this grant opportunity is to support California adults who struggle with basic literacy skills. California Library Literacy Services provides library-based adult literacy services designed to help low-literacy adult learners reach the goals they have established for their own learning. This grant opportunity is for California public libraries that do not currently participate in California Library Literacy Services (CLLS). CLLS libraries support adult literacy instruction for community members, and abide by the CLLS mission, values, and program essentials: https://libraryliteracy.org/for-coordinators/mission-values/ New applicants must apply to provide adult literacy services to low-literacy English speaking adults and may also apply to provide services to adults who are...
The intent of this Project Solicitation Package is to provide funding for public benefit in accordance with Section 12311 of the California Water Code for Multi-Benefit projects in the California Delta and parts of the Suisan Marsh. The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) invites eligible applicants to submit proposals as described in the Delta Levees Special Flood Control Projects Program’s (Special Projects Program) 2014 Guidelines for Providing Funding to Local Public Agencies (Special Projects Guidelines), dated June 18, 2014, and Addendum #1 to the Special Projects Guidelines, dated January 2019. The goal for this Projects Solicitation Package (PSP) is to receive applications for Multi-Benefit projects that promote levee improvement (up to the DWR Bulletin 192-82...
Provide resources to local agencies to repair or renovate public boating access facilities. The Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program provides grant funding to public agencies to quickly restore safe and convenient public boating access by correcting public health and safety issues caused by unexpected damage due to flood, accidents, wildfires or by extending existing boat ramps as needed due to drought conditions at DBW-funded boat launching facilities. Typical grant-funded items include repairing or replacing boat ramps, boarding floats, restroom and parking facilities for vehicles with boat trailers.
Provide resources to replace or install signs at DBW funded boat launching facilities. The Statewide Sign Grant Program installs and replaces signs for previously funded Boating and Waterways projects that are either obsolete, display incorrect information, are badly worn and unattractive, are missing or damaged, are needed for safety, or are required as a condition of receiving federal funds.
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY24
closedProvide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public boat launching facilities, primarily for motorized vessels. In accordance with Section 72.5 of the Harbors and Navigation Code, Boat Launching Facility (BLF) grants are provided to local government agencies for the construction or improvement of boat launching ramps, restrooms, boarding floats, shore protection, parking for vehicles and boat trailers, and ancillary items. Also included in the grant are monies to pay for engineering, construction inspection, permits from regulatory agencies, special studies, construction contingency, and other project related costs. The primary purpose of the grant is to provide and improve access to California’s waterways by the recreational boating public using trailerable watercraft.
Provide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public non-motorized boating access. The Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program provides funding to create or improve public non-motorized boating access. Typical grant-funded items include the construction of small, hand-launched boat ramps, small parking lots, and restrooms.
This RFA is specifically for California tribal and urban Indian health entities interested in joining the California Native MAT Network for Healing and Recovery. This funding opportunity is intended for California tribal and urban Indian health entities who reflect the racial, ethnic, and cultural community they intend to serve, and have the capacity to develop culturally responsive MAT services that are tailored to their population of focus. This funding is particularly focused on tribal and urban Indian communities in California because of the racial and health disparities impacting substance use, prevention, and treatment services. According to the 2019 statewide needs assessment, Addressing the Opioid Crisis in American Indian & Alaska Native Communities: A Statewide Needs Assessment...
To increase regional capacity to repurpose agricultural land to reduce reliance on groundwater while providing community health, economic wellbeing, water supply, habitat, and climate benefits. This program funds groundwater sustainability projects that reduce groundwater use, repurpose irrigated agricultural land, and provide wildlife habitat. Grants up to $8.89 million each will be awarded as block grants to regional or basin-scale organizations to develop and implement land repurposing programs. Block grant recipients will then award subgrants and contract to achieve the program deliverables. The Department reserves the right to increase grant awards above $8.89 million as funding allows. Up to $2.44 million in grants, comprised of $2 million from the current grant solicitation and...
The Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program makes it easier for Californians to drive less by making sure housing, jobs, and key destinations are accessible by walking, biking, and transit. https://sgc.ca.gov/programs/ahsc/ The Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program (AHSC) builds healthier communities and protects the environment by increasing the supply of affordable places to live near jobs, stores, transit, and other daily needs. Personal vehicle use is, by far, the most significant source of greenhouse gas emissions in California. AHSC reduces these emissions by funding projects that make it easier for residents to get out of their cars and walk, bike, or take public transit. Funded by auction proceeds from California’s Cap-and-Trade emissions...
The English Language Learner (ELL) Integrated Education and Training (IET) Fund will award projects to design, develop, and implement projects that expand IET course offerings across the state and accelerate employment and re-employment strategies for ELL. The IET program model will be used to prepare ELLs for in-demand, high quality jobs with sustainable wages. The The ELL IET PY 22-23 grant seeks to create sustainable change in workforce and education programming to enhance the lives of California’s immigrant population through accelerated education and training opportunities that will ensure equitable access to employment in high quality jobs. Program funding should be used to expand and enhance IET course offerings and other workforce opportunities for the target population in...
The California Serves Grant Program will promote access to effective service learning for pupils in grade twelve who are enrolled at participating local educational agencies, with the goal of expanding access for high school graduates in obtaining a State Seal of Civic Engagement through service learning. The California Serves Grant Program will award participating and eligible local educational agencies with grants of up to $500,000 to use for a variety of purposes: (1) Paid planning time for teachers to increase the use of service learning in their instruction. (2) Professional development for school and local educational agency administrators and classroom teachers on service learning. (3) Purchase of instructional materials to aid in the use of service learning in instruction. ...
Assembly Bill 185, Chapter 571, Statutes of 2022, Section 55 of the Education Omnibus Budget Trailer Bill provides $15 million from the General Fund for the Educator Workforce Investment Grant Program: Computer Science for allocation to one county office of education to provide targeted support focused on strategies for high-quality Computer Science instruction learning experiences aligned to the California Computer Science Content Standards. Assembly Bill 185, Chapter 571, Statutes of 2022, Section 55 of the Education Omnibus Budget Trailer Bill for the 2022–23 California State Budget provides $15 million from the General Fund for the Educator Workforce Investment Grant (EWIG) Program: Computer Science for allocation to one or more county offices of education. The California Department...
CAL FIRE Forest Health
closedCAL FIRE’s Forest Health Program funds active restoration and reforestation activities aimed at providing for more resilient and sustained forests to ensure future existence of forests in California while also mitigating climate change, protecting communities from fire risk, strengthening rural economies and improving California’s water & air. Fiscal Year 2022-23 Solicitation: This Fiscal Year 2022-23 solicitation includes four different grant types:• Forest Health • Tribal Wildfire Resilience Implementation • Tribal Wildfire Resilience Planning • Forest Health Post-Fire Reforestation and Regeneration Eligible Activities: The following activities are eligible for funding through the Forest Health Program: a. Forest Fuels Reduction – Eligible activities must focus on treating...
To partner with technical assistance providers to support California agricultural producers with business management training, marketing and other financial tools. Partnering organizations can also provide direct producer grants for drought relief to eligible producers. The 2023 California Underserved and Small Producers Grant Program (CUSP) is designed to facilitate support for small and medium scale California agricultural producers, or small and medium scale Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers through technical assistance with business planning and marketing strategies. The program also includes direct producer grants for drought relief for those same priority groups.
The California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls (CCSWG) is soliciting applications for the Women’s Recovery Response Grant to support the existing and emerging needs of women in California who have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This is the second round of grant funds administered by the Commission and is available on a rolling basis through fiscal year 2023-2024. As the state entity tasked with assessing gender equity in multiple issue areas including health, safety, employment, education, and others, the California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls is uniquely positioned to support local commissions and the direct service providers they work with to ensure that women’s needs are centered in statewide recovery efforts. The Budget Act of...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, The AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Education projects shall focus on local...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Law Enforcement projects shall include at least...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Law Enforcement projects shall include at least...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Toxicology Driving Under the Influence...
The objectives of the HRTP initiative are to increase access to existing high road jobs for underserved populations & create pathways for job growth for incumbents already employed with high road employers. The Resilient Workforce Program will fund training partnerships with existing high road employers to directly increase the number of skilled workers from underserved populations in quality jobs in priority sectors. Introduction California is committed to strengthening the 'High Road' economy. The High Road vision consists of four elements: • Design quality jobs. Job quality refers to jobs with employers that: pay at or above local or regional living wages, provide health and retirement benefits, create safe working conditions, establish fair and predictable scheduling...
The purpose is to help local educational agencies develop and implement effective tobacco prevention and education programs for students in grades six through twelve: (1) reducing the prevalence of youth tobacco use and vaping, (2) increasing collaboration with other agencies and individuals, (3) promoting school connectedness as an integral part of their programming, and (4) adopting a holistic approach to youth tobacco-use prevention. The goal of the TUPE Program is to prevent tobacco use among students in California schools by funding local educational agencies (LEAs) to help students learn to make healthy decisions. Funded LEAs empower students through tobacco-specific, evidence-informed education and activities that build knowledge and social skills. In 1988, California voters...
The purpose of the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Community Resilience Centers(CRC) Program is to build local resilience across California communities by improving community facilities. It is a priority of the CRC program to fund resilience center projects in disadvantaged communities and disadvantaged unincorporated communities, or sites serving these communities. Recent and ongoing climate events and public health emergencies impact every part of California.Such events encompass shorter-term events like earthquakes, extreme heat, mudslides, flood,wildfires, power outages, and disruptions; they also include longer-term events like the COVIDpandemic, sea level rise, drought, and rising temperatures. Due to historic redlining and cycles ofunderinvestment...
The goals of the Nature Based Solutions: Wetland Restoration funding are to support restoration, conservation, and climate resilience for wetlands in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. The goals of the Nature Based Solutions: Wetland Restoration funding are to support restoration, conservation, and climate resilience for wetlands in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. The Delta region includes over 150,000 acres of highly organic peat soils that are significantly subsided to depths of 20 to 30 feet below sea level. This subsidence threatens the State and Federal water projects, Delta communities and the region’s rich agricultural production. Subsidence is the result of oxidation of the peat soils and results in over 1.5 million tons of CO2 emissions annually. Re-wetting the peat soils stops...
Encourage local and regional planning that furthers state goals, including, but not limited to, the goals and best practices cited in the Regional Transportation Plan Guidelines adopted by the California Transportation Commission. Sustainable Communities Competitive Grants are available on an annual basis and through a competitive application process. Grants are for transportation planning activities such as planning for active transportation, safe routes to schools, transit services, vision zero, complete streets, freight corridors, social equity, integrated land use and transportation planning. The annual call-for-applications is posted on the grants website, which is advertised by Caltrans through various grant workshops for interested applicants. Grant applicants receive an award or...
Identify and address statewide, interregional, or regional multimodal transportation or public transit deficiencies in partnership with Caltrans. Strategic Partnerships Grants are available on an annual basis and through a competitive application process. Grants are for multimodal transportation planning activities such as planning for regional and interregional public transit. The annual call-for-applications is posted on the grants website, which is advertised by Caltrans through various grant workshops for interested applicants. Grant applicants receive an award or non-award email notification in late spring/early summer. A list of award and non-awarded grants is posted to the Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program website. Grant Budget: Federal funds...
Strategic Partnerships
closedIdentify and address statewide, interregional, or regional transportation deficiencies on the State highway system in partnership with Caltrans. Strategic Partnerships Grants are available on an annual basis and through a competitive application process. Grants are for transportation planning activities such as planning for freight, corridors, regional, and interregional travel. The annual call-for-applications is posted on the grants website, which is advertised by Caltrans through various grant workshops for interested applicants. Grant applicants receive an award or non-award email notification in late spring/early summer. A list of award and non-awarded grants is posted to the Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program website. Grant Budget: Federal funds...
Funds local and regional identification of transportation-related climate vulnerabilities through the development of climate adaptation plans, as well as project-level climate adaptation planning to identify adaptation projects and strategies for transportation infrastructure. Climate change adaptation aims to anticipate and prepare for climate change impacts to reduce the damage from climate change and extreme weather events. Adaptation is distinct from, but complements, climate change mitigation, which aims to reduce GHG emissions. This funding is intended to advance adaptation planning on California’s transportation infrastructure, including but not limited to roads, railways, bikeways, trails, bridges, ports, and airports. The State-funded Climate Adaptation Planning grants ($50...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund the demonstration of prefabricated homes that integrate advanced energy efficiency and renewable energy features that meet all the following objectives: ·are all electric, using no fossil fuel; ·include solar photovoltaic (PV) system with energy storage; ·have the capability to provide backup power to the home during power outages; ·be affordable from a first cost and operation perspective. The intent of this solicitation is to develop, test and demonstrate zero-carbon or near-zero-carbon (collectively “ZC”), cost-effective, modular and manufactured homes (collectively “prefabricated homes”) that can be readily deployed, particularly in under-resourced communities including California Native American Tribes. The prefabricated housing...
The Grants and Cooperative Agreements (GCA) Program provides for well managed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation by providing financial assistance to eligible agencies and organizations that develop, maintain, operate, expand, support, or contribute to well managed, high-quality, OHV Recreation areas, roads, and trails, and to responsibly maintain the wildlife, soils, and habitat in a manner that will sustain long-term OHV Recreation. The GCA Program supports the planning, acquisition, development, maintenance, administration, operation, enforcement, restoration, and conservation of trails, trailheads, areas, and other facilities associated with the use of Off-Highway Motor Vehicles, and programs involving Off-Highway Motor Vehicle safety or education.
The Economic Development Pilot will fund projects that have emerged from existing regional processes or plans and are ready for implementation, and showcase innovative projects that advance the goals of Community Economic Resilience Fund (CERF). This solicitation for proposals fulfills the requirement of Senate Bill 162 that align with the high road focus of the program and will demonstrate potential uses of CERF Implementation Phase funding. The Economic Development Pilot will fund projects that are not directly tied to the CERF Planning and Implementation phases but that illustrate the types of projects that may be funded during the Implementation phase of the program. As such, these projects must align with the values of the CERF program. The grant funds can be used for various...
The purpose of the RJ Program is to establish expertise in victim/survivor-centered restorative justice prosecutorial best practices in response to domestic violence and sexual assault cases. The Subrecipient must develop and implement training curriculum, develop a toolkit/guide, and provide technical assistance for prosecutors, criminal justice system personnel, and allied victim service providers. Background Information/Program Description Restorative justice in the form of mediation or reconciliation between offenders and victims/survivors has been utilized since the 1970s. There is not a shared understanding of how to implement a restorative justice process within the victim service(s) field, the criminal justice system, and specifically within the prosecutorial process. Restorative...
The Tribal Preparedness Grant is part of the Office of Spill Prevention and Response Program and supports California Native American tribes in preparing for and enhancing emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts while protecting their ancestral lands and communities from oil spills.
CDFW seeks high quality grant proposals that support the enhancement of watersheds and communities in areas impacted by cannabis cultivation. Grants are provided through the Environmental Restoration and Protection Account pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code section 34019(f)(2)(A). This funding opportunity focuses on planning, implementation, planning + implementation, and cleanup and remediation projects within California. Proposals to remediate and/or enhance watersheds and communities may include the following: road decommissioning, road crossing upgrades, erosion and sediment delivery prevention actions, culvert upgrades, water conservation, cleanup and remediation of impacts due to illicit cannabis operations on private and qualified public lands, and/or enhancing biodiversity and...
The Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR), through the Integrated Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program (ICARP), received $25M to fund the Adaptation Planning Grant Program (APGP) through the State’s 2021-2022 Budget, which funded ambitious measures to build climate adaptation and resilience through planning, research, capacity building, restoration, and sustainable infrastructure. The APGP provides funding to help fill planning needs, provides communities the resources to identify climate resilience priorities, and supports the development of climate resilient projects across the state. The key priorities of ICARP’s APGP are the following: (1) Help communities plan for and respond to multiple climate risks by supporting an all-risk approach to adaptation planning. These...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund technology development and demonstration of emissions mitigating technologies and gas-fired power generation technologies that can run efficiently on high blends of hydrogen in the fuel stream while mitigating greenhouse gas and oxides of nitrogen emissions. The purpose of this solicitation is to fund Renewable Energy and Advanced Generation projects that meet the following initiatives: · Developing and Demonstrating Hydrogen-based Power Generation Systems, from the 2021-2022 Gas Research & Development Budget Plan; and · Mitigate Criteria Air Pollutants in Hydrogen-Based Power Generation, from the pending 2022-2023 Gas Research & Development Budget Plan. This solicitation will fund the development and demonstration of...
The purpose of the DF Program is to provide funding for physical facility and digital security enhancements to health care facilities providing abortion-related services and reproductive health care services throughout California that may be the target of violence and vandalism. The DF Program is to support health care facilities throughout California that offer abortion-related services and reproductive health care services and serve populations with key social vulnerability factors. Social vulnerability refers to the potential negative effects on communities caused by external stresses on human health. Socially vulnerable populations include those who have special needs, such as, persons who are low income (defined as household income at or below 400% of the Federal Poverty Level...
The purpose of the DP Program is to provide funding for physical facility and digital security enhancements to health care practitioners providing abortion-related services and reproductive health care services throughout California that may be the target of violence and vandalism. Background Information The 2022-23 California State Budget appropriated $20 million to the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) “to deliver capital infrastructure support for securing physical and digital infrastructure to facilities providing reproductive health care.” Of those funds, $19 million is available for grants to facilities in California that provide abortion and reproductive health care services. HCAI has contracted with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services(Cal...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is pleased to announce funding opportunities under the 2023 Fisheries Restoration Grant Program (FRGP) Proposal Solicitation Notice (Solicitation) for projects that lead to process-based restoration, enhancement, or protection of anadromous salmonid habitat. Proposal applications will be accepted for the types of projects listed below, subject to the funding program criteria. Priority 1 Projects are those that restore, enhance, or protect salmonid habitat in anadromous watersheds through implementation or design projects that lead to implementation. Approximately 65% of the PCSRF grant award will fund Priority 1 Projects. Priority 2 projects are those that support implementation projects through watershed-scale planning and...
Lunch at the Library 2023
closedFunds and support are available for all California public libraries that help to provide summer meals for children and youth. The Lunch at the Library program helps California public libraries: · Establish library locations as USDA summer meal sites · Take pop-up libraries to other USDA community meal sites · Provide learning and enrichment opportunities and wraparound community services in conjunction with meals Core Program Funds Applications for core program funds are non-competitive. All libraries that take part in Lunch at the Library and submit approved applications will receive Core Program funds. Those funds can support the following Lunch at the Library activities: Library Meal Sites: Establish and serve USDA summer meals at library site(s) and provide learning and enrichment...
Funds to support land acquisition projects in support of approved Habitat Conservation Plans that will conserve habitat for eligible species in perpetuity. The HCP Land Acquisition Grant program was designed to reduce conflicts between the conservation of listed species and competing land uses on specific parcels of land associated with approved and permitted HCPs. Under this program, the Service provides matching grants to States in support of land acquisition projects that will conserve species habitat in perpetuity through fee simple acquisition or the acquisition of permanent conservation easements. The Service considers the use of Federal acquisition dollars by States for habitat protection associated with HCPs to be an important and effective mechanism to promote species recovery...
Support the development of new, or the renewal or amendment of existing, Habitat Conservation Plans, Safe Harbor Agreements, and Candidate Conservation Agreements with Assurances. The Conservation Planning Assistance Grant program provides funding to States to support the development of new Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs), Safe Harbor Agreements (SHAs), and Candidate Conservation Agreements with Assurances (CCAAs). Funding may also be used to support the renewal or amendment of existing HCPs, SHAs, and CCAAs. The development of HCPs that include only candidate or at-risk species (i.e., no Federally listed species covered by the HCP), such that the HCP would be in place if the species is listed, is also supported through this program. Funding may be used to support development and...
The purpose of the Bachelor of Science Nursing Scholarship Program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Registered Nurses providing direct patient care in an underserved area or qualified facility within California. BSNSP is funded through a $10 surcharge for renewal and licensure fees of Registered Nurses (RN) in California. Eligible applicants may receive up to $10,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an underserved community.
The purpose of the Licensed Vocational Nurse to Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Registered Nurses (RNs) providing direct patient care in an underserved area or qualified facility within California. LVN to ADN is funded through a $10 surcharge for renewal and licensure fees of Registered Nurses (RN) in California. Eligible applicants may receive up to $8,000 in exchange for a 12- month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an underserved community.
The purpose of the Vocational Nurse Scholarship Program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) providing direct patient care in an underserved area or qualified facility within California. VNSP is funded through a $5 surcharge for renewal and licensure fees of Vocational Nurses (LVN) in California. Eligible applicants may receive up to $4,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an underserved community.
The purpose of the Advanced Practice Healthcare Scholarship Program is to increase the number of appropriately trained advanced practice professionals providing direct patient care in an underserved area or qualified facility within California. The Advanced Practice Healthcare Scholarship Program is a scholarship where eligible applicants may receive a scholarship of up to $25,000 for one year of their educational program in exchange for a 12-month service obligation and providing direct patient care in a qualified facility in California upon graduating.
The purpose of the Allied Healthcare Scholarship Program is to increase the number of appropriately trained allied professionals providing direct patient care in an underserved area or qualified facility within California. The Allied Healthcare Scholarship Program is a scholarship where eligible applicants in a non-behavioral health profession may receive a one-time award of up to $15,000 and applicants in an approved behavioral health profession up to $25,000 for one year of their educational program in exchange for a 12-month service obligation and providing direct patient care in a qualified facility in California upon graduating.
The California Advanced Services Fund Broadband Adoption Account provides grants that will increase publicly available or after-school broadband access and digital inclusion, such as grants for digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption. The California Public Utilities Commission will give preference to programs and projects in communities with demonstrated low broadband access, including low-income communities, senior citizen communities, and communities facing socioeconomic barriers to broadband adoption. Eligible Projects: Digital Literacy Projects- Digital inclusion projects may include digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption, including low-income communities...
The basis of the California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Broadband Public Housing Account is to provide grants and loans to finance projects to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities. The CASF Broadband Public Housing Account provides grants and loans to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities including, but not limited to, publicly supported housing developments, farmworker housing, and other housing developments or mobile home parks with low-income residents that do not have access to any broadband service provider that offers free broadband service that meets or exceeds state standards for the residents of the low-income community. The allocated funding for the Broadband...
Assist local government agencies with funding for marine law enforcement. This program provides state financial aid to local government agencies whose waterways have high usage of boaters and insufficient tax base to fully fund a marine law enforcement boating safety program.
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funds plans and projects that reduce the effects of future natural disasters. In California, these funds are administered by the Cal OES HMGP Unit. Eligible subapplicants include state agencies, local governments, special districts, and some private non-profits. Mitigation is the effort to reduce loss of life and property by lessening the impact of disasters. Mitigation is taking action now, before the next disaster, to reduce human and financial consequences later. Effective mitigation requires that we all understand local risks, address the hard choices and invest in long-term community well-being and resilience. Without mitigation actions, we jeopardize our safety, financial security, and self-reliance. As the result of a Presidential Disaster...
With funding from the California Electronic Cigarette Excise Tax (Senate Bill 395, Chapter 489, Statutes of 2021), the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) is launching the Small and Rural Hospital Relief Program (SRHRP) to provide grants for seismic compliance projects. First round of funding projected to be available April 2023. The Alfred E. Alquist Hospital Facilities Seismic Safety Act (Health and Safety Code (HSC) Section 129675) requires that hospitals be constructed to remain open and safely provide services to the public after an earthquake. The Small and Rural Hospital Relief Program will administer this new grant program to eligible small, rural, or Critical Access hospitals that have limited funds for seismic safety retrofit requirements. Ten percent of the...
The Intermediary will guide program awardees in the forthcoming EMS Corps Program SFP. The Intermediary will be responsible for identifying potential service areas, project partners, and to assist in the development, implementation, and facilitation of Targeted EMS Corps program sites aimed to recruit, train, hire, and advance an ethnically and culturally inclusive health and human services workforce with improved diversity and higher wages. The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $22 million from the State of California General Fund for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Intermediary and Corps Program for Program Year 2022-23 (PY 22-23) Solicitation for Proposal...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, The AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Project funds shall be used to improve and...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife distributes federal funds for threatened and endangered species conservation and recovery through the Endangered Species Conservation and Recovery Grant Program in coordination with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. The primary objective of this Program is to help develop and implement state programs to conserve and recover federally threatened and endangered species. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife distributes grant funds made available through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund (Traditional Section 6) Grant Program for threatened and endangered species conservation and recovery actions through Endangered Species Conservation and Recovery Program Grants. The primary objective...
The California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) encourages the purchase and consumption of healthy, California–grown fresh fruits and vegetables by nutrition benefit clients. This grant will provide funding to organizations to provide incentives to WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program shoppers purchasing California-grown fresh produce, support program operations, and outreach. CDFA is seeking project proposals from qualified entities to distribute nutrition incentives to WIC and Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program shoppers using their benefits to purchase California-grown fresh fruits and vegetables at authorized Certified Farmers’ Markets and farm stands. Qualified shoppers should be able to receive the incentive at the time of purchase. Projects that reach underserved...
The purpose of this funding is to provide support and services to victims and survivors of hate incidents and hate crimes and their families, to facilitate hate incident or hate crime prevention measures, and to create more inclusive regional and local communities, especially for those who are historically vulnerable because of their racial, ethnic, religious, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, disability or other identities. Funding will be awarded to qualified nonprofit organizations to provide direct, prevention and intervention services to populations who have experienced or are at greatest risk of experiencing incidents of bias and hate crimes. Funded organizations will receive funds for a 2-year service term beginning 07/01/2023.
The Equity Target Population Fund (ETPF) Technical Assistance (TA) Program Year 2022-23 (PY 22-23) awardee will assist program awardees to accelerate employment strategies for those populations targeted by the grant experiencing significant employment barriers. The ETPF TA grant will fund an organization with the expertise to support workforce development equity projects that drive success, innovation, and system change and foster learning. The ETPF TA PY 22-23 grant aims to increase equity and employment outcomes for underserved populations by providing technical assistance necessary for ETPF PY 22-23 and Equity and Special Populations (ESP) PY 21-22 program awardees to achieve successful project outcomes. The TA grant supports the assessment, analysis, and implementation of improvements...
The Equity Target Population Fund (ETPF) solicits proposals that employ best practices to accelerate training, break down workforce system barriers, and qualify participants for current and future good-quality jobs in in-demand industry sectors. Funds will be used to design, develop, and implement projects that accelerate equity in employment for justice-involved individuals, disconnected young adults, people with disabilities, and veterans. The ETPF Program Solicitation for Proposal (SFP) for Program Year 2022-23 (PY 22-23) aims to support innovative projects that accelerate equity in employment and develop employment strategies for populations that face significant barriers to employment. Applicants may propose to serve one or more of the following special populations: disconnected...
This funding will be used to educate, provide outreach, and treat patients experiencing SUD, with a particular focus on serving vulnerable populations, promoting harm reduction, addressing fentanyl, and increasing Medication-Assisted Treatment services. The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) will release a Request for Application (RFA) for $3,380,000 in State Opioid Response (SOR) III grant funding to implement the California Residency Program Collaborative (CRPC) from January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. The CRPC provides education, resources, and tools to help transform the practices of multiple physician specialties and their care teams and improve patient care in the areas of substance use disorder (SUD), opioid use disorder, and addiction. Entities may apply to receive...
The purpose of the Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Registered Nurses (RNs) providing direct patient care in an underserved area or qualified facility within California. ADNSP is funded through a $10 surcharge for renewal and licensure fees of Registered Nurses (RN) in California. Eligible applicants may receive up to $8,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an underserved community.
The CDFA 2022 California Livestock Methane Measurement, Mitigation and Thriving Environments Research Program (CLIM3ATE-RP) will award competitive grant(s) to California-based Institutions for research projects that address key barriers to achieving California’s climate goals, including the reduction of methane emissions to 40% below 2013 levels by 2030 as codified in SB 1383 as well as efforts to continue advancing climate smart agriculture. Funding allocated from the Budget Act of 2021 (SB 170, Chapter 240) will be directed towards three impact areas 1) Verification of Methane Emissions Reduction Strategies 2) Alternative Methane Emissions Reduction Strategies and 3) Manure Recycling and Innovative Products Development Impact Area 1 aims to verify that existing methane mitigation...
The purpose of the Cultural Pathways-Technical Assistance program is to strengthen thecapacity of 2022 Cultural Pathways grantee organizations that are rooted in historically and systemically under-resourced communities and to anchor the cultural and creative work of these organizations into the cultural landscape of the state. The intended outcome of this program is to facilitate transformational growth for the 2022 cohort of Cultural Pathways grantees through delivering significant professional development and technical assistance to these organizations. Successful applicants will provide Cultural Pathways grantees with technical assistance and professional development tools, resources, and training. Technical assistance may take the form of convenings, webinars, learning communities...
Offering fellowship support to artists responds to the CAC’s Strategic Framework by directly supporting individuals who embody aesthetics, a key value of the CAC, recognizing all art forms and artistic traditions that enable full and meaningful creative expression. Through a network of regionally based Administering Organizations (AOs), the Individual Artists Fellowship (IAF) program will continue to recognize, uplift, and celebrate the excellence of California artists practicing any art form. In doing so, the CAC will showcase the centrality of artists’ leadership in guiding the evolution of our traditional and contemporary cultures. Excellence, for purposes of this grant, is defined as an artist’s: Unique artistic vision Ongoing commitment to creative practice Engagement with and...
Prohousing Incentive Pilot
closedThe PIP program provides funds to assist local governments with Prohousing Designation to accelerate affordable housing production and conservation. The Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program is a competitive funding program designed to award cities and counties that earn Prohousing Designation by March 30, 2023. Cities and Counties that meet threshold requirements are sorted by geography (available funds per region are based on population) then ranked by Prohousing Designation Score. Award amounts are set out in Program Guidelines and determined by population size and Prohousing Designation Score. Highest scoring jurisdictions will be awarded funds ranging in amounts from $105,000 and $5 million until the coffer is depleted. Eligible Uses Any eligible uses pursuant to Health and Safety Code...
The Creative Youth Development program is rooted in the CAC’s belief that arts learning is an essential tool for healthy human development and that it should be available to all young people throughout California. The CAC envisions that all of California’s young people are provided with meaningful, culturally responsive arts-learning experiences so that they can reach their full potential. Beneficiaries of Creative Youth Development projects include youth from infancy to 24 years of age. All projects occur outside of traditional school hours, taking place in arts venues, community centers, school sites, and other youth-oriented settings. Children ages 0-5 and school-age youth are a priority for this program, with successful projects demonstrating the ability to cultivate positive...
The legislature has provided an on-going budget allocation of $12 million annually to build capacity within SELPAs, COEs, and LEAs to address this specific need. Through this request for applications (RFA), chosen special education resource leads will become important members of the SSOS, to provide more targeted support related to special education and the education of students with disabilities. No more than ten (10) Special Education Resource Leads will be selected and will join a statewide leadership team, which includes the CDE, the CCEE, and the State Board of Education (SBE). The Special Education Resource Leads will work collaboratively with the SSOS, other COEs, SELPAs, districts, charter schools, and external partners such as family support organizations or any other educational...
CAL FIRE’s Wildfire Prevention Grants Program provides funding for fire prevention projects and activities in and near fire threatened communities. Funded activities include hazardous fuels reduction, wildfire prevention planning, and wildfire prevention education with an emphasis on improving public health and safety while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Wildfire Prevention Grants Program funds three types of activities: hazardous fuels reduction, Wildfire prevention planning, and Wildfire prevention education. Please see the corresponding FY 2022-23 Wildfire Prevention Grants Procedural Guide located on the Wildfire Prevention Grants webpage.
Parks Pass Grant 2023
closedThe goal is to generate positive measurable impacts in the areas of health, natural resource stewardship, and historical and cultural connections with an equity lens. The objectives of the program are: Improving Californians' mental and physical health.Empowering under-resourced communities to take advantage of the benefits of California’s State Park System in alignment with the California for All Kids and California Outdoors for All initiatives. Parks Pass grant funding is open to all public libraries circulating a California State Library Parks Pass: No grant minimumProject maximum: $75,000 Current Parks Pass grantees for the 22-23 grant are eligible to apply for this grant opportunity. Reporting requirements and deadlines will transfer to those attached to this grant. Libraries...
The YOR CA 3 is administered by the California Institute of Behavioral Health Solutions (CIBHS) in partnership with Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. (AHP). This project is funded by State Opioid Response (SOR) III monies through the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Expansion Project. While current YOR CA 2 grantees are eligible to apply, new applicants will have equal opportunity in being awarded grant funding. The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is releasing a Request for Applications (RFA) to strengthen capacity and access to prevention, treatment, and recovery services, as well as access points to Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), for youth (ages 12-24) and their families. This opportunity is also designed to foster the coordination and strengthening of existing...
The goal of the CA H&SS is to support OUD prevention, treatment, and recovery across the state, and to: ·Improve access to MAT for marginalized populations; ·Improve MAT provider infrastructure, including appropriate telehealth services and expanded service hours; and ·Broaden the concept of the patient population from the individual to include the family to maximize recovery capital, support family resilience, and destigmatize treatment. The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is committed to improving access to substance used disorder and opioid use disorder (SUD/OUD) treatment, reducing unmet treatment need, and reducing opioid and stimulant-related overdose deaths. Using federal funding awarded to California for the State Opioid Response (SOR) III grant, DHCS will...
Funding to support connectivity projects that advance multi-benefit and nature-based solutions, consistent with the State Wildlife Action Plan, the California Wildlife Barriers Report, and the Fish Passage Annual Legislative Report. For connectivity planning and implementation projects consistent with the State Wildlife Action Plan, the state’s efforts on connectivity, and the Fish Passage Annual Legislative Report or efforts to allow fish and wildlife the freedom to roam in California by accelerating fish and wildlife corridor projects.
Funding for Mountain Meadows and non-coastal Wetlands restoration consistent with the Natural and Working Lands Climate Smart Strategy and Pathways to 30x30. Funding for projects that restore or enhance wetlands and watershed ecosystems and provide co-benefits, consistent with the Natural and Working Lands Climate Smart Strategy and Pathways to 30x30. The Program will also support pilot projects for CDFW's Beaver Program.
Addressing Climate Impacts
closedFunding for projects addressing urgent degrading water and habitat conditions due to climate change impacts. For projects addressing urgent degrading water and habitat conditions due to climate change impacts, a portion of which will be available for grants. Eligible uses of these funds include purchasing water from willing sellers to benefit wildlife, protecting instream flows, building water conservation projects, implementing emergency restoration activities, and conservation strategies identified in the State Wildlife Action Plan with a priority on actions that protect the Species of Greatest Conservation Need identified in the Plan.
Explore the Coast
closedThe State Coastal Conservancy’s Explore the Coast (ETC) grant program seeks to provide coastal experiences for people and communities who face challenges to accessing or enjoying the coast (“ETC Priority Communities”). ETC Priority Communities include but are not limited to lower-income individuals and households, people with disabilities, people of color, immigrant communities, and foster youth, among others. The ocean, coast, and beaches have long been recognized and used as spaces of joy, relaxation, and healing for many Californians. The ability to experience the coast without fear of physical barriers, feelings of not belonging, or financial challenge is crucial to how individuals cultivate their lifelong connections with the coast. The Explore the Coast grant program seeks to...
This funding will support restoration and protection projects that enhance salmon resiliency to drought and climate change. Funding for planning and implementation projects that enhance resiliency to drought and climate change through restoration, protection, or enhancement of riparian and aquatic habitat and river channels, reconnection of historical flood plains, or improvements to ecological functions. A portion of this funding will be dedicated to the Klamath River Watershed projects demonstrating support from and collaboration with Tribes and local landowners or landowner association. This dedicated funding will be available as follows: · Up to $10 million available for projects within the Scott River and its tributaries; and · Up to $10 million available for projects...
These ASES programs are created through partnerships between schools and local community resources to provide literacy, academic enrichment and safe, constructive alternatives for students in kindergarten through ninth grade. Funding is designed to: (1) maintain existing before and after school program funding; and (2) provide eligibility to all elementary and middle schools that submit quality applications throughout California. The After School Education and Safety (ASES) Program is the result of the 2002 voter-approved initiative, Proposition 49. The application is for new grantees as well as existing grant recipients who wish to increase funding.
The County Medical Services Program (CMSP) Loan Repayment Program assists with the repayment of qualified educational loans for primary care healthcare professionals who provide healthcare services at an approved site located in the 35 CMSP counties. The County Medical Services Program Loan Repayment Program (CMSP LRP) awards successful applicants $50,000 for a two-year, full-time commitment and $25,000 for a two-year, half-time commitment. Applicants must work in a CMSP qualified site located in one of the 35 CMSP counties.
The Trauma Recovery Center Grant funds centers throughout California that assist victims of violent crime. These centers provide wrap-around services and assist victims who are typically unserved and underserved communities. The Trauma Recovery Center (TRC) Grant funds organizations that operate throughout California to provide survivors of violent crime access to mental health or social services that may not be accessible for them through existing avenues. The TRC model offers wrap-around clinical services and cost-effective solutions for under- or unserved survivors and includes assertive outreach, clinical case management, assistance with law enforcement, referral to community resources and trauma-informed treatment. TRCs are meant to meet the victim where they are and serve each...
The Encampment Resolution Funding Program funds, person-centered proposals that resolve unsheltered homelessness in encampments. Proposals will address safety and wellness in encampments, resolve critical encampment concerns, and transition people into interim shelter or permanent housing. Proposals may bolster existing, successful models and/or support new approaches that provide safe, stable, and permanent housing for people in encampments. Cal ICH was created in 2017 to oversee the implementation of Housing First policies, guidelines, and regulations to reduce the prevalence and duration of homelessness in California. Cal ICH’s mission is to develop policies and identify and coordinate resources, benefits, and services to prevent and work toward ending homelessness in California. ...
The purpose of the IGP is to preserve, enhance, and expand childcare and development and preschool opportunities for children up to five years of age by providing grants to renovate, repair, modernize, retrofit, or build new licensed childcare centers and family childcare homes (collectively referred to as “childcare facilities”) (Health and Safety Code (HSC) sections 1596.750, 1596.76, and 1596.78; and WIC section 10310.1). The California Department of Social Services has $150 million appropriated in grants for new construction and major renovation of childcare programs. Funds shall be used to make extensive alterations, structural changes, and/or major renovation to existing childcare facilities, and for construction to build new childcare spaces. The grant must be used to increase...
The purpose of Community Air Grants (CAG) is to provide community-based organizations with logistical and technical assistance to support their efforts in improving local air quality. Projects are intended to further the purposes of AB 617 and AB 32 by designing and executing projects that build capacity in communities through supporting community-based organizations’ and community members’ participation in the Community Air Protection Program. CAG priorities include projects that: foster workforce development, prioritize equitable public participation and demonstrate local partnership building and coordination, leveraging, in-kind support, or other forms of collaboration and advance environmental justice within the context of California’s air quality policies. Educational: $100,000...
As part of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) released a Request for Application (RFA) on December 1, 2022 seeking proposals for the first round of grant funding totaling $30 million to scale throughout the state specified evidence-based practices (EBPs) and community-defined evidence practices (CDEPs). For the first round of EBP and CDEP grant funding, DHCS seeks proposals from various individuals, organizations, and agencies to scale parent and caregiver support and training services to parents, caregivers, and children and youth with emerging or existing mental health and/or substance use disorders. Authorized as part of the 2021 Budget Act, CYBHI is a multi-year, multi-department package of investments...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) provides funding support to research and outreach projects focused on protecting vineyards, preventing the spread of pests and diseases, and delivering practical and sustainable solutions. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) accepts proposals for research and outreach projects on the following serious pests and diseases of winegrapes: Pierce’s disease and its vectors, especially the glassy-winged sharpshooter; brown marmorated stink bug; grapevine fanleaf disease; grapevine leafroll disease; grapevine red blotch disease; mealybug pests of winegrapes; spotted lanternfly. ...
To restore and protect rivers and streams in support of fisheries and wildlife. The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection, and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) provides funding to award grants to projects that improve a community’s ability to adapt to the unavoidable impacts of climate change; improve and protect coastal and rural economies, agricultural viability, wildlife corridors, or habitat; develop future recreational opportunities; or enhance drought tolerance, landscape resilience, and water retention. Project priorities include, but are not limited to, reconnection of rivers with their floodplains, riparian and side-channel habitat restoration, and restoration and protection of upper watershed forests and meadow systems that are...
To restore and protect rivers and streams in support of fisheries and wildlife. The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection, and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) provides funding to award grants to projects that improve a community’s ability to adapt to the unavoidable impacts of climate change; improve and protect coastal and rural economies, agricultural viability, wildlife corridors, or habitat; develop future recreational opportunities; or enhance drought tolerance, landscape resilience, and water retention. Project priorities include, but are not limited to, reconnection of rivers with their floodplains, riparian and side-channel habitat restoration, and restoration and protection of upper watershed forests and meadow systems that are...
To fund multi-benefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects that benefit the Delta. The Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014 (Proposition 1) provides funding to implement the three broad objectives of the California Water Action Plan: more reliable water supplies, the restoration of important species and habitat, and a more resilient, sustainably managed water resources system (e.g., water supply, water quality, flood protection, environment) that can better withstand inevitable and unforeseen pressures in the coming decades. The Delta Water Quality and Ecosystem Restoration Grant Program funds projects that benefit the Delta.
To restore and protect rivers and streams in support of fisheries and wildlife. The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection, and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) provides funding to award grants to projects that improve a community’s ability to adapt to the unavoidable impacts of climate change; improve and protect coastal and rural economies, agricultural viability, wildlife corridors, or habitat; develop future recreational opportunities; or enhance drought tolerance, landscape resilience, and water retention. Project priorities include, but are not limited to, reconnection of rivers with their floodplains, riparian and side-channel habitat restoration, and restoration and protection of upper watershed forests and meadow systems that are...
To restore Southern California Steelhead habitat consistent with the Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Steelhead Restoration and Management Plan and the National Marine Fisheries Service’s Southern California Steelhead Recovery Plan. The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection, and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) provides funding to award grants to projects that improve a community’s ability to adapt to the unavoidable impacts of climate change; improve and protect coastal and rural economies, agricultural viability, wildlife corridors, or habitat; develop future recreational opportunities; or enhance drought tolerance, landscape resilience, and water retention. Projects that remove significant barriers to steelhead migration and include other...
To improve conditions for fish and wildlife in streams, rivers, wildlife refuges, wetland habitat areas, and estuaries. The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection, and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) provides funding to award grants to projects that improve a community’s ability to adapt to the unavoidable impacts of climate change; improve and protect coastal and rural economies, agricultural viability, wildlife corridors, or habitat; develop future recreational opportunities; or enhance drought tolerance, landscape resilience, and water retention. Eligible projects include acquisition of water from willing sellers, acquisition of land that includes water rights or contractual rights to water, short- or long-term water transfers or leases...
To fund multi-benefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects. The Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014 (Proposition 1) provides funding to implement the three broad objectives of the California Water Action Plan: more reliable water supplies, the restoration of important species and habitat, and a more resilient, sustainably managed water resources system (e.g., water supply, water quality, flood protection, environment) that can better withstand inevitable and unforeseen pressures in the coming decades. The Watershed Restoration Grant Program funds water quality, river, and watershed protection and restoration projects of statewide importance outside of the Delta.
The Unaccompanied Undocumented Minors (UUM) Legal Services program provides legal services to undocumented minors in California. The PA model aims to refine the UUM program by executing timely agreements and ensuring prompt reimbursement. CDSS established the Program Administrator (PA) model to streamline these services. Pursuant to its authority, CDSS enters into this Agreement with (Grantee) for the sole purpose to; 1) administer UUM legal services grant funding; 2) subgrant UUM legal services to eligible direct services grantees; 3) monitor reporting and invoicing; and 4) act as the UUM liaison for the designated subgrantees, which includes partnering with CDSS for performance management and addressing service needs.
Enhance the Coachella Valley's capacity to respond to climate change, provide equitable access to outdoor recreation for all communities and improve natural resource management. The second round of Climate Resilience and Community Access Program 2022 (CRCA) funding is to incorporate Nature Based Solutions (NBS) into projects and programs in response to our climate crisis. The CRCA 2022 grants seek to invest in the local conservation community by creating new programs or developing organizational or agency capacity to enhance desert resilience to climate change and foster conservation of the desert as a carbon sink; promote equity in access to outdoor recreation throughout the Valley; or improve natural resources management on existing conservation lands. Applications that represent a...
These grants shall allow county probation departments to purchase vehicles, equipment, telecommunications, and other technology needed to operate mobile probation service centers to assist probationers, particularly those individuals who are unhoused and struggling with meeting probation requirements. The State Budget Act of 2022 (Assembly Bill 178) established the Mobile Probation Service Centers Grant Program. Proposals must be received by 5:00 P.M. (PST) on Friday, January 6, 2023. To apply, applicants must create a free Submittable account – or use an existing account – when prompted. After an account is established, applicants must submit all required documents using the BSCC-Submittable Application portal. This RFP is open to all County Probation Departments in the State of...
The funds can only be used for projects approved by the Fish and Game Commission (Commission) for the purpose of protecting, preserving, restoring, enhancing, and developing migratory waterfowl breeding and wintering habitat, evaluating habitat projects, and conducting waterfowl resource assessments and other waterfowl related research. These funds also may be used to reimburse nonprofit organizations for completed habitat projects. To accomplish the objectives, the Department is authorized to award grants (and contracts where necessary) for waterfowl conservation purposes (acquisition, restoration, enhancement, creation and research) to nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, state departments and federal agencies (Fish and Game Code §3702). The organizations must have the...
The purpose of the EMPG for Federally-Recognized Tribes in California (FY 2022 Tribal EMPG) is to assist federally-recognized tribes in preparing for all hazards. Funds provided under this Program must be used to support activities that effectively contribute to the tribe’s capability to prevent, prepare for, mitigate against, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters, whether natural or man-made.
The Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) was created by Senate Bill 862 and modified by Senate Bill 9 to provide grants from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) to fund transformative capital improvements that will modernize California’s intercity, commuter, and urban rail systems, and bus and ferry transit systems, to significantly reduce emissions of greenhouse gases vehicle miles traveled, and congestion. The TIRCP was created to fund transformative capital improvements that modernize California’s intercity rail, bus (including feeder buses to intercity rail services, as well as vanpool and micro transit services that are eligible to report as public transit to the Federal Transit Administration), ferry, and rail transit systems (collectively referred to as transit...
The purpose of this program is to help stop pet overpopulation in California by providing funds for spay/neuter services to municipalities and non‐profit organizations in California. The revenue received from the sale and renewal of the license plate is awarded annually through grant agreements to eligible organizations. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is pleased to announce a competitive solicitation process to award up to $488,000 in funding under the 2023 Pet Lover’s License Plate Program. This program is funded by fees associated with the original purchase, annual renewal, and conversion of Pet Lover’s license plates from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. The purpose of this program is to help stop pet overpopulation in California by providing...
The Department of Community Services and Development has released a Notice of Funding Availability for the Farmworker Resource Center Grant. The purpose of this grant is to inform interested counties of the availability of grant funding to support the establishment or expansion of Farmworker Resource Centers in their respective counties to provide access to services and programs designed to address the needs of farmworkers and their families. The Department of Community Services and Development (CSD) has released a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the Farmworker Resource Center Grant. The purpose of the Farmworker Resource Center Grant NOFA is to inform interested counties of the availability of grant funding to support the establishment or expansion of Farmworker Resource...
Pursuant to the George H. W. Bush Vamos A Pescar™ Educational Fund and Fish and Game Code Section 1501.5(b), the California Department of Fish and Wildlife has established a competitive grant program to fund projects that supports state and local efforts to educate and engage California’s Hispanic communities in metrocentric settings through bilingual, multigenerational, and multigendered programs, classes and fishing and boating activities. Funds may be used for projects, including but not limited to experiential or hands-on fishing education, community activities promoting good fishery stewardship, technical fishing skills development, fishing-related workshops and classes, apprentice-level fishing trips with hands-on instruction, and other such events that promote recreational fishing...
Provides funding to help cleanup and prevent illegal dumping on 'farm and/or ranch' property, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Usually three application cycles are available each fiscal year; this is the second cycle. CalRecycle offers this Program pursuant to Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code (PRC). Project sites shall be located on 'farm and ranch' property (both private and public land are eligible), where the owner is not responsible for the illegal disposal. 'Farm and ranch' property is defined in the Eligible Geographies section below.Grantees have approximately two years to complete the project(s). Sites shall be fully remediated (cleaned up) with grant funds, or a combination of grant funds and in-kind funds/services. Funding includes...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research to collect data and apply methods that contribute to the practical understanding and valuation of electricity system resilience for the purpose of guiding investments by Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs) and informing electricity resilience improvements overall. This initiative would contribute to the development of methods for valuation of societal benefits (including economic, public health, and other societal benefits) of customer and grid-resilience investments, such as microgrids, distributed generation, and storage. As a starting point, this research would include analyses of recent historical weather-related events and other situations (e.g., PSPS events) that have precipitated power outages as a basis for understanding the...
The purpose of the Community Economic Resilience Fund Program Evaluation is to identify an evaluator who will serve as a learning partner and provide data-driven recommendations to inform the decisions of the Inter-Agency Leadership Team and the High Road Transition Collaboratives. The purpose of the evaluation is to provide data-driven, evidence-based responses to the following evaluation broad questions: 1. Whether and how did CERF achieve its objectives? 2. Did CERF have unintended effects (positive and/or negative)? If so, what types? 3. Was CERF cost-effective? How much did impact on outcomes cost? 4. Could the ‘inclusive planning model’ be used to scale-up other State efforts to build more equitable, sustainable, and carbon-neutral...
The Sustainable California Grown Cannabis Pilot Program (SCGC Pilot Program) will compile data into a Best Management Practices Manual for sustainable outdoor cannabis cultivation. Background The Sustainable California Grown Cannabis Pilot Program (SCGC Pilot Program) was created to improve the state’s access to data related to outdoor cannabis cultivation to formulate best management practices that can be used by cultivators statewide. One of the primary goals of regulating cannabis in California is to help address environmental benefits and concerns associated with its cultivation. For example, greenhouse gas emission (GHG) reduction potential, sustainable land use, soil health benefits, ecological health benefits, pesticide use, and water resource management, are some of the many...
The purpose of the HSGP for State Agencies (FY 2021 State Agency RFP) is to assist state agencies in building or sustaining security enhancement projects that support statewide preparedness and resiliency. Projects must address high-priority preparedness gaps, and contribute to the state agencies capability to prevent, protect, mitigate against, respond to, or recover from acts of terrorism. Each year, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP). The intent of the Program is to support state, local, and tribal efforts to prevent acts of terrorism and other catastrophic events and to prepare the nation for the threats and hazards that pose the...
The Regional Trauma Recover Centers (TRC) Pilot Program - Central California will award $2.5 million in state funds to operate two Central California TRC satellite offices in rural or underserved communities jointly run by local organizations in each community and an affiliated TRC in another location. TRCs primarily provide wrap-around mental health and social services for survivors of crime in California. The Regional TRC Pilot Program - Central California grant opportunity is only available to the existing 18 TRCs in California who will partner with local agencies in rural or underserved areas in Central California to provide services to victims of crime. CalVCB will award $2,500.000 million to provide satellite TRC services in two Central California locations. The multidisciplinary...
The Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) Mixed Delivery Planning Grant is part of the overarching expansion of UPK in California. The grant was established with the goal of expanding access universally to preKindergarten programs for three- and four-year-old children across the state through a mixed delivery system. The UPK Mixed Delivery Grant provides funding on a non-competitive basis to Local Planning Councils (LPCs) and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) to partner with all local educational agencies (LEAs) in the county to enhance and uplift the UPK Mixed Delivery System.
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) offers the Local Government Waste Tire Enforcement Grant Program pursuant to Section 42889(b)(4) of the Public Resources Code. The purpose of the grant is to provide sufficient, stable, and non-competitive funding to California jurisdictions for the enforcement of waste tire permitting, hauling and storage laws. Eligible applicants: city, county, or city and county that work closely with a managing entity to implement and oversee the program. (See Managing Entity section of the application guidelines and instructions for the definition.) New applicants are those cities or counties that did not receive a TEA grant award for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021–22 (TEA29 cycle). New applicants must meet the following requirements at the time...
The purpose of this solicitation is to accelerate the adoption of advanced energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies at California food processing plants, demonstrate their reliability and effectiveness, help California food processors work towards a low-carbon future, and benefit priority populations. The program's goals are to accelerate the adoption of advanced energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies at California food processing plants, demonstrate their reliability and effectiveness, help California food processors work towards a low-carbon future, and benefit priority populations. The technologies to be funded by this Grant Funding Opportunity (GFO) will help reduce energy costs, maintain product quantity and quality, and reduce GHG emissions associated with...
The Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) funds and facilitates research and education to advance the environmentally safe and agronomically sound use and handling of fertilizing materials. FREP serves growers, agricultural supply and service professionals, extension personnel, public agencies, consultants, and other interested parties.
The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Public entities bear a financial responsibility for maintaining public landfill sites in compliance with state regulations and standards. The program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Eligible projects include...
This program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $500,000 to help public entities accelerate the pace of cleanup, restore sites, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities. Widespread illegal dumping of solid waste adversely impacts Californians in many ways. Properties on which illegal dumping occurs lose economic value; create public health and safety and environmental problems; and degrade the enjoyment and pride in the affected communities. Abandoned, idled, or underutilized properties due to unauthorized dumping impact what were once the sources of economic benefits to a community. Many such properties have been abandoned or have owners who are unable or unwilling to pay the costs of cleanup.
The Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) is soliciting proposals from public universities in California for research projects that study the implementation and effects of cannabis legalization. Through the Request for Proposal (RFP), DCC seeks to expand academic knowledge of cannabis; gain insight into how government policy decisions impact individuals, communities and equity; and support government officials in fact-based policymaking. California was the first state in the nation to allow medical cannabis use, and the fifth to allow adult (recreational) use of cannabis. As of July 2022, 37 states allow medical-use, and 19 states allow adult-use of cannabis. Despite these changes in state policy, cannabis remains classified federally as a Schedule 1 Controlled Substance, limiting research...
The restoration, enhancement, and nourishment of public beaches through the cost-effective engineered placement of sand on the beach or in the nearshore environment. The Public Beach Restoration Grant Program was created in 1999 via the Public Beach Restoration Act (Harbors and Navigation Code 69.5-69.9, AB64–Ducheny). Carefully planned beach restoration can minimize the erosive forces of ocean waves to protect vital public infrastructure and accommodate the recreational needs of visitors to California’s beaches. This program is also consistent with the California Natural Resources Agency’s Shoreline Erosion Protection Policy (1978) favoring beach nourishment as a method of erosion control.
To study problems of beach erosion and to construct projects to stabilize beaches and shoreline areas either through the strategic placement of sand or via hard structures like seawalls, groins, and rock revetments in concentrated areas to protect vital public infrastructure. The authority for the Shoreline Erosion Control Grant Program (Harbors and Navigation Code 65-67.4) was part of the legislation that created the Department of Navigation and Ocean Development, the predecessor agency to the Department of Boating and Waterways. Many projects in this program are funded 50% by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with the State paying up to 50% of the cost of the local sponsor’s required 50% project cost share for construction.
The purpose of the Program is to provide domestic violence victims/survivors and their children access to COVID-19 testing, vaccines, and primary health care through weekly mobile health care visits. To ensure all areas of California are reached, Cal OES is allocating funding to the forty-eight counties not currently served through the Program (identified on Attachment A). The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) provides funding to the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to detect, diagnose, trace, monitor and mitigate SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 infections, and related strategies to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The implementation of this supplemental funding aligns with the FVPSA definition of supportive services (45 CFR § 1370.2) and also aligns with medical advocacy and...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund an assessment of the potential role of hydrogen production from renewable electricity and end-use conversion technologies for electric sector applications in California’s decarbonizing electric system. The goals of this assessment are to 1) provide research, development, and demonstration recommendations for California’s electric system that accelerate cost and performance improvements of key technologies, equipment, and subcomponents, and 2) inform how future Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) program investments in hydrogen can best coordinate with and complement other hydrogen development and deployment programs. This solicitation supports the 2021 EPIC Interim Investment Plan initiative number 5 titled “The Role of Green Hydrogen in a...
The purpose of this grant program is to fund projects that assist with law enforcement efforts, fire protection efforts, or other local projects addressing public health and safety associated with the implementation of the Control, Regulate and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA). Total funding available for this Request for Proposals (RFP) for Cohort 3 is $150,000,000. The total available grant funds in this RFP is contingent on timely deposits made available to the BSCC through the Proposition 64 Initiative (the Control, Regulate and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act) via the State and Local Government Law Enforcement Account through fiscal year 2021-22. Successful applicants will be funded for a five-year grant project cycle commencing on May 1, 2023 and ending on April 30, 2028. The...
The California Department of Veterans Affairs is announcing the availability of up to $20 million in competitive grants to provide enhanced supportive services for veteran seniors aged 55+, veterans who are high acuity, and veterans who receive assistance or have been assisted through HUD-VASH. Pilot Grants are intended to support Pilot Grantees throughout a three-year observational and reporting period. The Pilot Grants will allow for flexibility regarding the exact number and descriptions of staff assigned to the Pilot program. Staffing should be based on delivery of on-site services proposed in the Pilot and hiring decisions and distribution of duties may be tailored to fit within the overall organizational structure of the Pilot site. This will ensure flexibility in program design...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $27 million in grant funds for projects that will provide publicly available hydrogen refueling stations to enable continued growth of the California fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) market. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $27 million in grant funds for projects that will provide publicly available hydrogen refueling stations to enable continued growth of the California fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) market. Solicitation objectives are to: · Provide funding to support additional hydrogen refueling stations to...
This grant is intended to promote the buildout of a data science educational infrastructure that will further educate and engage faculty, mobilize intersegmental collaboration, and create both clarity and plenty in the options students can pursue for their interest and future careers. Learning Lab intends to award the following categories of grants: Pathways DevelopmentUp to 3 awards | ≤$1.3 million each | Over 3-4 years Faculty DevelopmentUp to 5 awards | ~$200K to ~$350K each | Over 2-3 years Interdisciplinary CollaborationUp to 9 awards | ~$100K to ~$200K each | Over 2-3 years Grand Challenge Cohort CoordinatorUp to 1 award | ≤$500k | Up to 5 years Please go to https://calearninglab.org/grant/data-science-rfp/ for more info.
The California Nonprofit Performing Arts Grant Program was created to provide grants to eligible nonprofit performing arts organizations to encourage workforce development. The Program requires these grants to be awarded on a first-come-first-served basis in specified amounts depending on the applicant’s annual gross revenue in the 2019 taxable year. See www.canonprofitperformingarts.com for more information and to apply See https://canonprofitperformingarts.com for more information and to apply! A nonprofit performing arts organization must satisfy the following criteria, at minimum, to be eligible to receive a workforce development grant under the California Nonprofit Performing Arts Grant Program: 1. Applicant satisfies one of the following: i. meets the definition of an...
The California Farmland Conservancy Program (CFCP) is a statewide grant program that supports local efforts to establish agricultural conservation easements and land improvement projects for the purpose of preserving important agricultural land resources and enhancing sustainable agricultural uses. The California Farmland Conservancy Program (CFCP) is a statewide grant program that supports local efforts to establish agricultural conservation easements and land improvement projects for the purpose of preserving important agricultural land resources and enhancing sustainable agricultural uses. Eligible Project Type(s): Agricultural Conservation Easements: Grants to protect agricultural lands under threat of conversion to nonagricultural uses through the acquisition of voluntary...
The BSCC is the designated state administering agency for the JAG Program, which is federally funded through the Bureau of Justice Assistance. The JAG program is the primary provider of federal criminal justice funding to state and local jurisdictions. In general, JAG funds may be used for any one or more pre-identified Program Purpose Areas (PPA). Proposals must be received by 5:00 P.M. (PST) on Friday, December 2, 2022. The JAG Program Application and all required attachments are available on the BSCC website. To apply, applicants must create a free Submittable account – or use an existing account – when prompted. After an account is established, applicants may apply and submit all required documents using the BSCC-Submittable Application. Additional application details are provided in...
Digital Divide Grant Program
closedThe California Public Utilities Commission Digital Divide Grant Program will award four grants of up to $250,000 each to eligible Community-Based Organizations on a competitive basis. The grants will fund digital projects that serve a beneficiary school located in an urban or rural, small school district. Projects may address physical gaps in local broadband networks, affordability, access to personal devices and digital skills training. The DDGP, will provide four grants of up to $250,000 each, for a total of $1 million. The DDGP is funded by a percentage of fees collected from leasing state-owned property to wireless telecommunications service providers, pursuant to Government Code Section 14666.8. Eligible projects will serve a beneficiary school located in an urban or rural low-income...
The purpose of the Program is to provide comprehensive support, including emergency shelter, to domestic violence victims/survivors and their children and to provide support for the development and establishment of domestic violence services to unserved and underserved populations. This specific RFP is soliciting proposals to provide culturally specific services (i.e., culturally relevant, and linguistically specific). The purpose of the Program is to provide comprehensive support, including emergency shelter, to domestic violence victims/survivors and their children and to provide support for the development and establishment of domestic violence services to unserved and underserved populations. This specific RFP is soliciting proposals to provide culturally specific services (i.e...
The funding for legal services is for the purpose of providing legal representation for unaccompanied immigrant youth and UUMs in the filing of, preparation for, and representation in administrative and/or judicial proceedings for the following immigration statuses: Asylum, T-Visa, U-Visa, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), or other immigration remedies available to these populations. Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) sections 13300-13307 authorize the CDSS to provide grants to qualified nonprofit legal services organizations to provide legal services to eligible UUMs, as defined in Section 279(g)(2) of Title 6 of the United States Code, and other unaccompanied immigrant youth. CDSS will award funding under WIC section 13300 to qualified nonprofits to assist UUMs in the physical...
Funds eligible nonprofit organizations to provide pro bono removal defense throughout California. The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is pleased to announce the availability of $22.5 million for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2024 for the Removal Defense (RD) Program. As authorized by Welfare and Institutions Code Sections 13302-13307, the CDSS funds eligible nonprofit organizations to provide pro bono removal defense throughout California.
Equal Representation in Construction Apprenticeships (ERiCA) Grant Program Year (PY) 2023-2025
closedThe California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) announce the availability of $25 million in funding to improve access to training and employment opportunities for women, non-binary and underserved populations within the building and construction trades. The Equal Representation in Construction Apprenticeship (ERiCA) grant funds will be used to cover childcare costs and improve outreach. The Equal Representation in Construction Apprenticeship (ERiCA) grant can help organizations that are already working to assist women, non-binary and underserved communities to enter the construction trades. Community-based organizations, local education agencies, workforce boards, unions and other organizations that support equity in the...
The California Air Resources Board is soliciting a Grantee to implement and administer the Advanced Technology Demonstration and Pilot Project program for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-22 with an option to renew for a new Grant Agreement for each of the following two years for FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24. This competitive Solicitation is open to California-based public entities (e.g. public agencies, municipalities, counties, special districts), or California-based non-profit organizations with experience in administering large scale air pollution control projects. Specific requirements for the Grantee are described in this Solicitation and Sample Grant Agreement. Applicants that wish to apply to be the Program’s third-party administrator and are selected as the Grantee will not be eligible to be a...
The Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) was created by Senate Bill 862 and modified by Senate Bill 9 to provide grants from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) to fund transformative capital improvements that will modernize California’s intercity, commuter, and urban rail systems, and bus and ferry transit systems, to significantly reduce emissions of greenhouse gases vehicle miles traveled, and congestion. The TIRCP was created to fund transformative capital improvements that modernize California’s intercity rail, bus (including feeder buses to intercity rail services, as well as vanpool and micro transit services that are eligible to report as public transit to the Federal Transit Administration), ferry, and rail transit systems (collectively referred to as transit...
Provide resources for keeping boater sewage from lakes and reservoirs The Floating Restroom Grant Program provides floating restroom units to lakes and reservoirs across California. The Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) procures, delivers, and grants the DBW-designed and developed floating restroom to the recipient. The grant recipient then places the floating restrooms at on-water locations convenient to boaters and maintains the units for a minimum of 10 years. The Clean Vessel Act grant program also offers maintenance and rehabilitation funds for the floating restrooms.
The 21st CCLC Program supports community learning centers for elementary and middle school students that provide academic enrichment opportunities who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools. The 21st Century ASSETs Program is to support community learning centers for students in grades nine through twelve with academic enrichment opportunities and activities designed to complement students’ regular academic program. The purpose of the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) Program, as described in federal statute, is to provide opportunities for communities to establish or expand activities that focus on: 1. Improved academic achievement 2. Enrichment services that reinforce and complement the academic program, and3. Family literacy and related educational development...
eBooks-for-All California
closedThe California State Library, in partnership with the Black Gold Cooperative Library System, has launched eBooks for All California. Created to equalize access across California, this statewide collection can be accessed by anyone with a California public library card and an internet connection. Participating public libraries will offer their cardholders access to the free, shared statewide collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks, many of which are simultaneous use. Libraries can make their Overdrive, CloudLibrary, and Axis 360 collections available alongside the statewide collection, all in one seamless, searchable app. Users will no longer have to toggle between different providers to see the breadth of a library’s offerings, instead they can access all through the Palace Project’s...
The California State Library invites public libraries to apply for funding to build our shared statewide collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks, accessible to every library in the state. The eBooks for All program is growing! The California State Library invites public libraries to apply for funding to build our shared statewide collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks, accessible to every library in the state. This collection, currently consisting of over 87,000 copies of over 30,000 titles, is designed to meet the recreational and informational reading needs of California’s diverse communities. All titles are on a perpetual license, and many are licensed for simultaneous use. The collection is available to all public libraries to provide for free to readers of all ages. Libraries can...
The SGM Grant Program's SGMA Implementation Round 2 will provide funding to GSAs and other responsible entities to update/revise/modify their GSPs or their Alternatives to a GSP or for construction projects and management actions required for the implementation of the GSP or Alternative Plan. This funding is for eligible applicants with projects located in medium and high priority basins, including critically overdrafted (COD) basins. The Legislature has provided, or will provide, over $200 million to DWR for SGMA Implementation activities, that includes planning and implementation projects. DWR will solicit proposals to award funding through a competitive application basis for tasks and activities that help the basins reach sustainability through investments in groundwater recharge...
The purpose of this solicitation is to develop and demonstrate innovative hydrogen refueling solutions to support the decarbonization of emerging MDHD on-road and off-road vehicle applications, reduce hydrogen delivery and refueling costs, improve reliability, enable higher fill rates, and minimize energy losses. The purpose of this solicitation is to fund research, development, and demonstration projects that support the approved fiscal year (FY) 21-22 and pending FY 22-23 Gas R&D Program Plan’s transportation initiative titled “Advanced Hydrogen Refueling Infrastructure Solutions for Heavy Transport". In partnership with the California Energy Commission’s (CEC) Clean Transportation Program (CTP), the solicitation will also support the 2021-2023 Investment Plan Update for the CTP’s...
The purpose of the Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions is to advance economic justice for populations and communities impacted by cannabis prohibition and the War on Drugs by providing support to local jurisdictions as they promote equity in California and eliminate barriers to enter the newly regulated cannabis industry for equity program applicants and licensees. On November 8, 2016, California voters approved Proposition 64, the Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA). In its statement of purpose and intent, AUMA calls for regulating cannabis in a way that “reduces barriers to entry into the legal, regulated market.” GO-Biz administers the Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions to aid local equity program efforts to support...
RIGHT Grant shall be for the sole purpose of supporting the development and delivery of rehabilitative in-prison programming, which may include, but is not limited to, the following activities: research and program development, strategic planning to enhance program expansion, efficacy and delivery, training for delivering trauma-informed programming in prisons, and technology and systems improvements for program development and delivery. The funds appropriated in this item shall be available for state operations or local assistance, and shall be used to establish the Rehabilitative Investment Grants for Healing and Transformation (RIGHT) Grant to enhance the capacity of community based, nonprofit organizations to provide in-prison programming in Department of Corrections and...
The Public Library Staff Education Program is a tuition reimbursement program developed by the California State Library to improve library services to California’s diverse communities. To support the professional development of California public libraries, the California State Library provides California public library staff with tuition reimbursement for courses required for a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science. Employees of public libraries and county law libraries are eligible to apply for tuition reimbursement for their graduate coursework toward a master’s in library science at an ALA-accredited library school. This program is competitive; not every applicant will be selected to receive funding. The program includes a waiting list, and applicants who are not selected...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) 2023 Noxious Weed Grant Program (NWGP) will award grants to eligible applicants within the State of California for the implementation of an integrated weed management plan. CDFA will fund one grant proposal per county and a maximum award amount of up to $42,421 per county. An award maximum amount has been included to ensure encumbrance of funds in a variety of geographic locations that will result in quantifiable accomplishments. To be eligible, applicants must be a County Agricultural Commissioner. The project site must be located within the state of California. Applications must reflect work pertaining to implementation of controlling and/or mapping of noxious and invasive weed populations as defined in Food and Agricultural...
The purpose of Accelerator 11 is to scale and replicate previous successful projects supported by the CWDB and potentially connect them to existing High Road Training Partnerships. The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) and the Employment Development Department are pleased to announce the availability of up to $3 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds to replicate and scale previous successful projects that accelerate employment and re-employment strategies for California job seekers through the Workforce Accelerator Fund 11 grant program. The Workforce Accelerator Fund is supported by the California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) in coordination with the California Employment Development Department (EDD) with Department of Labor funding totaling...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund energy efficiency research to advance high-performance windows in existing commercial buildings and reduce air and energy leakage in existing residential wood-burning and gas fireplaces. The purpose of this solicitation is to fund energy efficiency research to advance high-performance windows in existing commercial buildings and reduce air and energy leakage in existing residential wood-burning and gas fireplaces. California’s existing building stock includes almost 14 million single family and multi-family units and nearly 7.5 billion square feet of commercial building space. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that 40 percent of current commercial buildings and over 60 percent of current residential buildings will still exist in 2050...
FY 2021 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) for Federally-Recognized Tribes in California RFP
closedTo support building or sustaining security enhancement projects that fall within one of the Cal OES HSGP Investment Justifications. Statewide preparedness activities must address high-priority preparedness gaps across one or more of the 32 core capabilities, in addition to requiring a direct nexus to the Prevention, Protection, Mitigation, Response, or Recovery from acts of terrorism. Each year, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP). The intent of the Program is to support state, local, and tribal efforts to prevent acts of terrorism and other catastrophic events and to prepare the nation for the threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk...
The Regional Trauma Recover Centers (TRC) Pilot Program will award $5 million in state funds to operate TRC satellite offices in rural or underserved communities jointly run by local organizations in each community and an affiliated TRC in another location. TRCs primarily provide wrap-around mental health and social services for survivors of crime in California. The Regional TRC Pilot Program grant opportunity is only available to the existing 18 TRCs in California who will partner with a local agencies in rural or underserved areas to provide services to victims of crime. CalVCB will award $2,500.000 each to two TRCs to provide satellite TRC services in Northern and Central California counties for a total of $5 million. The multidisciplinary team will be comprised of staff that includes...
Provide boating safety education to the general public. These grants are available to organizations that offer on-the-water boating safety education courses. Courses offered should be designed to enhance boater knowledge of boating laws, practical handling of vessels on the water, weather and water conditions, rules of the road, and equipment requirements.
Proposition 1 Round 2 Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Implementation Grant Program
closedThe IRWM Grant Program is designed to encourage integrated regional strategies for water resource management in California by providing funding for projects and programs throughout the state including climate change adaptation, providing incentives for collaboration and setting priorities in water resource and infrastructure management, and improving regional water self-reliance while reducing reliance on Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Grant applications are submitted by an eligible IRWM Region representative (applicant) and an application may have multiple projects from Local Project Sponsors (LPS). To be part of the application and access grant funding through their relationship with the applicant, LPS must meet eligibility requirements specified in the 2019 IRWM Grant Program...
The Pilot Project Program requires that local jurisdiction and recycling center operators work closely together to create innovative pilot projects and provide convenient redemption opportunities for consumers, therefore, improving consumer redemption of eligible beverage containers and increasing recycling rates in jurisdictions served by pilot projects. No more than ten pilot projects may operate at any one time. The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) offers the Beverage Container Redemption Pilot Project Grant Program (Program) pursuant to Section 14581(a)(9) of the Public Resources Code. The purpose of the grant is to issue $7,500,000 in the form of grants for up to five pilot projects proposed by cities and/or counties working in combination with private...
The California State Library’s 2022-2023 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA)-funded Inspiration Grants opportunity will provide support to libraries throughout California interested in implementing a project outside of other State Library opportunities. The California State Library is pleased to offer Inspiration Grants. The Inspiration Grants opportunity provides Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funding for California public libraries that are inspired to implement projects outside of the State Library’s other funding opportunities. Inspiration Grants provide funding for projects that may not fit within the bounds of the other grants offered by the State Library and/or for ideas that are generated outside of other funding opportunity application timeframes. More...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers this program to increase the number of community groups operating small-scale composting programs supporting green spaces within Priority Population communities. This effort will also increase local composting capacity while expanding community knowledge about the benefits of compost use and proper composting techniques. Each grant project must create, improve, or expand community composting operations at multiple sites within one geographic Region as defined below. Each grant project must equitably and effectively provide composting infrastructure, training, guidance on composting Best Management Practices, technical assistance, employment, and support for green spaces throughout the Region, with an emphasis on...
This program will incentivize activities that reduce on-farm water use from irrigation and water pumping systems in the southern desert region of California. The Budget Act of 2021 allocated $50 million to CDFA to provide grant funding directly to California agricultural operations to incentivize activities that reduce on-farm water use and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from irrigation and water pumping systems on California agriculture operations through SWEEP. With guidance of CDFA’s Environmental Farming Act (EFA) Science Advisory Panel (SAP) and the SWEEP Ad Hoc Advisory Group, a $2 million portion of the 2021 SWEEP allocation ($50 M) has been dedicated to projects located in the southern desert region, a region, which due to its unique water distribution and energy systems...
The California Department of Education is accepting applications from local educational agencies to participate in the School Health Demonstration Project. The School Health Demonstration Project is a pilot project to expand comprehensive health and mental health services to public school pupils by providing LEAs technical assistance and support that builds the capacity for programmatic sustainability by leveraging multiple revenue sources. The California Department of Education (CDE) is accepting applications from local educational agencies (LEAs) to participate in the School Health Demonstration Project. The School Health Demonstration Project is a pilot project to expand comprehensive health and mental health services to public school pupils by providing LEAs technical assistance and...
The CalAgPlate program funds projects that support agricultural education, agricultural career awareness and development, agriculture career training, and agriculture leadership development to assist students at the kindergarten through twelfth grade (K-12), post-secondary, and adult education levels. Supporting these educational and training areas will provide participants further agricultural opportunities. Funding and Duration: The CA Dept. of Food and Agriculture anticipates that up to $250,000 will be awarded to projects to support agricultural education and training. Grant amounts range from $2,500-212,500. The maximum grant duration is one (1) year, six (6) months and grant funds cannot be expended before January 1, 2023 or after June 30, 2024. CDFA reserves the right to offer an...
Research proposals are currently being accepted by the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Vertebrate Pest Control Program (VPCP) within the Integrated Pest Control Branch. Proposals may focus on research and/or education projects to enhance control measures of vertebrate pests that pose a significant threat to the welfare of state’s agricultural economy, infrastructure, environment, and the public. The Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program is authorized to approve a total of $200,000.00 worth of research into vertebrate pest control methods per year. Proposals will be reviewed by scientific and administrative staff who will conduct an initial review of all submitted proposals for completeness. Proposals will be considered for funding twice annually during the...
This solicitation focuses on advancing the design of floating offshore wind mooring lines and anchors to address the site-specific needs of California’s Wind Energy Areas. Projects resulting from this solicitation will optimize costs by developing efficient designs and will reduce the risk of impacts to wildlife and their habitats. The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and development projects that support the 2021 Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) Interim Investment Plan initiatives 8a. “Manufacturing and Testing of Floating Offshore Wind (FOSW) Components” and 8c. “Environmental Research for FOSW Development.” Projects resulting from this solicitation will advance the designs of FOSW mooring lines, anchors, or both to withstand the environmental conditions...
The School Health Demonstration Project is meant to help LEAS to become self-sustaining by securing federal reimbursement and other revenue sources for health and mental health services provided to Medi-Cal eligible students. State funding from the legislature Funding for the TA teams will be provided through the School Health Demonstration Project pilot LEA pilot participants. Eligible applicants are to be consortia that consist of one or more Local educational agencies (LEAs), county agencies, or community-based organizations. LEAs and/or their consortium partners should have experience in general and special education, mental health program and service development, school finance, health care, Medi-Cal managed care contracting and benefits, Medicaid billing, commercial health...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery offers the Beverage Container Recycling Grant Program pursuant to Section 14581(a)(4) of the Public Resources Code. The purpose of the grant is to issue up to $1,500,000 annually in the form of grants for beverage container recycling and litter reduction programs to promote increased recycling of beverage containers throughout California and reduce beverage container litter in the waste stream. CalRecycle is seeking projects that implement new programs or enhance existing programs to provide convenient beverage container recycling opportunities in various locations statewide. Eligible projects include:• Multi-family residential dwellings (five units or more).• Public colleges/universities, non-profit colleges/universities, and public K-12...
The Working Lands and Riparian Corridors program provides grants to restore or enhance working lands and riparian corridors through restoration projects on agricultural lands. Activities funded under this program must target agricultural lands and may include: Planning grants and implementation grants. These grants provide funds specifically to resource conservation districts to restore or enhance riparian corridors on agricultural lands. Agricultural landowners may be willing to integrate ecosystem projects and protections in their operations but may lack the capital and/or expertise to implement these practices. The Department collaborates with resource conservation districts, landowners, and other stakeholders to plan and implement projects that support long-term sustainable...
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 economic and environmental resources in the event of an oil spill. The Local Oil Spill Response Equipment Grant Program is administered by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's Office of Spill Prevention and Response. The objective of this 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 economic and environmental resources that are located within or immediately adjacent to waters of the state, as defined in California...
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program provides assistance to civil engineers in solving a variety of engineering challenges using Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA), which is produced from shredded tires, is lightweight, free-draining, and a less expensive alternative to conventional aggregates. Eligible Projects: Projects generally fall into one of five categories (see TDA Uses for more complete descriptions): Category 1: Mechanically Stabilized TDA (retaining walls). Category 2: Low Impact Development (storm water mitigation including storm water infiltration galleries). Category 3: Lightweight fill (slope stabilization, embankment...
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained RNs providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. Eligible applicants may receive loan repayments of up to $15,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in a qualified facility.
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained LVNs providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California. Eligible applicants may receive loan repayments of up to $8,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in a qualified facility.
The purpose of the County Medical Services Program (CMSP) Allied Healthcare Loan Repayment Program (AHLRP) is to increase the number of appropriately trained allied healthcare professionals in California. Furthermore, it empowers and encourages those professionals to provide direct patient care in a CMSP-designated county at any number of CMSP-contracted provider sites in underserved areas and communities throughout California. Eligible applicants may receive loan repayments of up to $16,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care at one of the CMSP-contracted provider sites in any of the 35 CMSP-designated counties.
Create carbon-negative fuels from materials resulting from forest vegetation management. All eligible projects identify a California use of the hydrogen or liquid fuel to be created and have a lifecycle analysis of the carbon emitted and sequestered from the project, including any emissions from related transportation needs of bringing the feedstock materials to the facility and delivering resulting fuels and carbon dioxide to end uses Program funds are being awarded through a competitive solicitation, in two phases:1) Planning (Phase 1): A maximum award of $500,000 per awardee, and up to $4,000,000 total, to support technology demonstration and planning activities that simultaneously manage catastrophic wildfire risks, address rural economic development, and develop carbon negative...
The purpose of the Antibias Education Grant Program is to prevent, address, and eliminate racism and bias in all California public schools, and making all public schools inclusive and supportive of all people. Assembly Bill 130 Chapter 44 Section 157 of the 2021–22 California State Budget and AB 181 Section 138 of the 2022–23 California State Budget established the Antibias Education Grant Program. A sum of $20,000,000 was appropriated from the General Fund to the Superintendent of Public Instruction (SSPI). The purpose of the Antibias Education Grant Program is to prevent, address, and eliminate racism and bias in all California public schools, and making all public schools inclusive and supportive of all people. The SSPI shall award a minimum of 100 grants to local educational agencies...
The objective of this grant program is to award grants to nonprofit organizations, cities, counties, cities and counties, districts, state agencies, and departments; and, to the extent permitted by federal law, to federal agencies to support environmental enhancement projects located within or immediately adjacent to waters of the state. The Environmental Enhancement Fund (EEF) grant program is administered by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's Office of Spill Prevention and Response. The objective of this grant program is to award grants to nonprofit organizations, cities, counties, cities and counties, districts, state agencies, and departments; and, to the extent permitted by federal law, to federal agencies to support environmental enhancement projects located within or...
The purpose of the Program is to use grant funds to facilitate the use of desalinatedwater to meet the water resources needs of the state. The focus of the Program is onthe development of potable water for municipal uses. Eligible Projects will be awarded grants to desalinate naturally-occurring brackish (>1,000 mg/L TDS) or saline water to directly support local or regional potable municipal water resources and directly or indirectly provide water supply benefits to the State. A total of $6,000,000 of Proposition 1 funds are available. In addition to other benefits, proposed projects will be evaluated on the following: • Increased potable water supply to increase public health and the quality of municipal water supply systems (CWC §79767(c)) • Increased water supply reliability (CWC...
Pollinator Habitat Program
closedThe program’s primary objective is to support pollinators through provision of floral resources, host plants, and other elements of suitable habitat to be integrated with farming operations. Projects funded through the PHP can be expected to have additional benefits to California’s biodiversity and agricultural production. The Budget Act of 2021 (SB 170, Skinner) allocated $15 million to CDFA for fiscal year 2021-2022 to provide grant funding for the establishment of pollinator habitat on agricultural lands throughout California. The Budget Act of 2021 (SB 170, Chapter 240) directed the Department to administer the Pollinator Habitat Program and to prioritize the planning of native habitats for the benefit of native biodiversity and the use of locally appropriate native plant seed mixes...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has established a competitive grantprogram to support and advance the recovery and rehabilitation of injured, sick, ororphaned wildlife, and conservation education. Funds may be used to support facilityoperations, improvement and/or innovation in animal care (e.g., enclosure design, dietaryand/or behavioral enrichment; veterinary treatment; post-release monitoring). ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:To be eligible for grant funding from the competitive grant program established pursuant to Section 1773.1, an applicant shall meet all of the following criteria:(a) Provide proof that it is a nonprofit organization that operates a wildlife rehabilitationfacility permitted pursuant to Section 679 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; or as...
Proactive IPM Solutions
closedThe purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to develop integrated pest management (IPM) program(s) or pieces of IPM program(s) that can be rapidly implemented if a new invasive pest becomes established in California. Proposals must identify and justify a high priority target pest from the CDFA target pest list. Project proposals must include details and reasoning on what IPM techniques for that pest (biological/cultural control, monitoring, etc.) will be investigated. Projects may include any number of IPM components, including a single aspect of an IPM system. Projects with biological control components should detail a plan to collect data necessary to obtain a release permit and describe the process for how a permit will be obtained. The focus of the research should be on long...
The purpose of this RFP is to develop projects to demonstrate and refine outreach of innovative, biologically integrated farming systems that reduce chemical pesticide inputs. The objective of this program is to demonstrate and refine IPM-based farming projects designed to reduce chemical pesticide inputs, especially non-selective, biologically disruptive insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides that pose greater risk to human health or the environment. Applicants should discuss the risks of the pesticide(s) they are aiming to reduce. All aspects of the farming system may be considered as they relate to pest management, including factors such as adjacent landscapes, whether they are farmed or not. Projects will typically include the following three elements: 1. On-farm...
The purpose of the CSNSGP is to provide funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk for violent attacks and hate crimes due to ideology, beliefs, or mission. The purpose of the CSNSGP is to provide funding support for physical security enhancements and other security-related activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk for violent attacks and hate crimes due to ideology, beliefs, or mission. The CSNSGP seeks to integrate the preparedness activities of nonprofit organizations with broader state and local preparedness efforts. The CSNSGP also promotes emergency preparedness coordination and collaboration activities between public and private community representatives as well as state and local...
WHALE TAIL® Grants
closedWHALE TAIL® Grants help people connect to the California coast and its watersheds through experiential education, stewardship, and outdoor experiences. WHALE TAIL® Grants focus on reaching communities that have historically received fewer marine education and stewardship opportunities, and strive for a broad geographic distribution throughout California. The California Coastal Commission's WHALE TAIL® Grants fund projects that connect children and the general public to the California Coast and its watersheds through experiential education, stewardship, and outdoor experiences. Eligible projects fall into one or more of the following four categories: 1) youth education programs, 2) programs for educating the general public or adults, 3) climate change education and stewardship, 4)...
Provides funding to help cleanup and prevent illegal dumping on 'farm and/or ranch' property, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Usually three application cycles are available each fiscal year; this is the second cycle. CalRecycle offers this Program pursuant to Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code (PRC). Project sites shall be located on 'farm and ranch' property (both private and public land are eligible), where the owner is not responsible for the illegal disposal. 'Farm and ranch' property is defined in the Eligible Geographies section below.Grantees have approximately two years to complete the project(s). Sites shall be fully remediated (cleaned up) with grant funds, or a combination of grant funds and in-kind funds/services. Funding includes...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funds projects that enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops. The SCBGP is designed to support all sectors of California's specialty crop industry and improve the performance of California specialty crops within local, domestic, national, and international markets. Funding and Duration: Grant amounts range from $100,000 to $500,000. The maximum grant duration is two (2) years, eight (8) months, and grant funds cannot be expended before November 1, 2023, or after June 30, 2026*. Projects submitted to the Additional Assistance for Historically Underrepresented Organizations Program will range from $100,000 to $250,000. CDFA reserves the right to offer an award amount less...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and development projects that support the 2021 Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) Interim Investment Plan initiatives 8b. “Inspection and Monitoring Systems for Floating Offshore Wind (FOSW) Applications” and 8c. “Environmental Research for FOSW Development." The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and development projects that support the 2021 Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) Interim Investment Plan initiatives 8b. “Inspection and Monitoring Systems for Floating Offshore Wind (FOSW) Applications” and 8c. “Environmental Research for FOSW Development.” Projects resulting from this solicitation will advance environmental monitoring technologies to support efforts by FOSW operators, state...
Funds shall be expended for the purpose of acquiring land, completing projects and implementing programs to benefit upland game bird species, and expanding public hunting opportunities and related public outreach, including, enhancing upland game bird habitat. CDFW is soliciting proposals from qualified nonprofit organizations in the following subject areas: Research, Habitat Restoration, Enhancement and Acquisition, Hunting Opportunity and or Outreach Projects that include but are not limited to the research, habitat restoration, enhancement or acquisition to benefit upland game bird species consistent with program management plans or expand hunting opportunity on or adjacent to public lands will be given priority. Specific areas of focus include: ResearchEvaluation of precision and...
The Urban Community Drought Relief Program offers financial assistance to address drought impacts through implementation of projects with multiple benefits. For communities, including Tribes, facing the loss or contamination of their water supplies due to the drought; to address immediate drought impacts on human health and safety; and to protect fish and wildlife resources plus other public benefits, such as ecosystem improvements. Under the Budget Act of 2021, financial assistance will be provided by DWR to deliver grants for interim and immediate drought relief to urban communities. This Grant Solicitation makes approximately $285 million in drought relief funding available. A set-aside of at least $85 million will be made to support Underrepresented Communities and Native American...
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program promotes markets for recycled surfacing products derived from only CA-generated waste tires. It is aimed at encouraging first-time/limited users of rubberized pavement in two project types – Rubberized Asphalt Concrete Hot-Mix and Rubberized Chip Seal. An application may include rubberized pavement (hot-mix and chip seal) projects for roadways, Class 1 bikeways (as defined in Streets and Highway Code section 890.4(a)), greenways, and disability access at parks. A greenway is a travel corridor for pedestrians, bicycles, non-motorized vehicle transportation, recreation, or a combination thereof...
The purpose of the UV Program is to increase access to culturally appropriate victim services for unserved/underserved victims/survivors of crime. Many victims/survivors of crime in California do not receive services and support that meet their physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial needs after victimization. Meeting their needs is far more difficult when their access to services is complicated by factors such as race, ethnicity, geographic isolation, language barriers, cultural intolerance, disability, lack of knowledge of the criminal justice system and their rights, and/or lack of appropriate social support. There is no single way to meet the needs of all unserved/underserved populations because of the uniqueness of each group. However, programs can improve their response to...
The purpose of this solicitation is to seek a block grant implementer to design and implement up to $100 million in grant funds for projects that will promote in-state battery manufacturing for zero-emission vehicles and related infrastructure. This is a competitive block grant solicitation. The CEC’s Fuels and Transportation Division is seeking a block grant implementer to design and implement up to $100 million in grant funds for projects that will promote in-state battery manufacturing for zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) and related infrastructure.
The CalCRG program awards grants to Local Health Departments and qualified Community-based Nonprofit Organizations to support job placement, mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, system navigation services, legal services to address barriers to reentry, and linkages to medical care for communities disproportionately affected by past federal and state drug policies, also known as the War on Drugs. The California Community Reinvestment Grants program was included in the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (Proposition 64), which was approved by California voters on November 8, 2016. In accordance with the proposition, the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) will award grants to Local Health Departments and at least 50 percent to qualified...
The California Department of Justice hopes to provide California county Sheriff's Departments with grant money to help keep Californians safe by seizing firearms from persons who are prohibited from having them. The Budget Act of 2021 makes available $5 million to be awarded in January 2023, by the California Department of Justice (Department) to support California county sheriff’s departments in conducting activities related to the seizure of weapons and ammunition from persons who are prohibited from possessing them, including efforts based upon entries in the Department’s Armed Prohibited Persons System (APPS). Priority shall be given for the following: · Counties with the highest per capita population of armed prohibited persons residing in the county; · Counties...
Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) and Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) 2022
closedAuthorized by Section 203 of the Stafford Act, Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) will support states, local communities, tribes and territories as they undertake hazard mitigation projects, reducing the risks they face from disasters and natural hazards. FMA is authorized by Section1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended (NFIA), 42 U.S.C. 4104c, with the goal of reducing or eliminating claims. BRIC aims to implement projects that reduce risks posed by natural hazards to reduce future losses, by funding priority projects and activities. Priorities include risk reduction of both acute events and chronic stressors, driven by climate change, which are either observed or expected. To achieve these goals, for FY 2022 BRIC is prioritizing the following...
ABC-OTS Grant
closedThe Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control provides funding up to $50,000 for 20 local Police Departments and Sheriff’s Departments to reduce alcohol-related harm in California. *See Grant Purpose
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies. The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies for conducting Minor Decoy operations, Shoulder Tap operations, IMPACT inspections, Holiday Enforcement, and a vast variety of enforcement programs. ABC will continue offering free on-site and online Licensee Education...
The Effectiveness Monitoring Committee (EMC) funds robust scientific research aimed at testing the efficacy of the California Forest Practice Rules and related regulations. The EMC is seeking project proposals that: 1) Address one or more of the critical monitoring questions identified in the EMC 2018 Strategic Plan, and/or 2) Address natural resource protection issues that are important for California forestlands. The EMC is seeking project proposals that: (1) Address one or more of the critical monitoring questions identified in the EMC 2018 Strategic Plan, and (2) Address natural resource protection issues that are important for California forestlands. The critical monitoring questions are organized under 11 themes: 1. Watercourse and Lake Protection Zone (WLPZ) riparian function...
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 disadvantaged communities (DACs) and low-income households. The State Water Board has funding available from various sources within the Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience (SAFER) Program to fund drinking water projects that address drought-related and contamination issues. Although we have several programs already in place, we have identified gaps for regional programs that address the needs of households served by state smalls and domestic wells throughout the State. DFA does not award funding directly to households, and available DFA...
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) will expand its efforts to achieve the ongoing goal of reducing youth access to alcohol by combining enforcement with training and educational programs. Enforcement training grants will be awarded by ABC to local law enforcement agencies. The Alcoholic Beverage Control will sub-contractor outreach, awareness, and education as key factors in reducing (and ultimately eliminating) crash fatalities caused by drunk and impaired driving. Working with a network of community partners, including law enforcement, schools and educators, coalition groups, and through the support of local businesses, the sub-contractor will educate and inform community members across the state of the risks and consequences of drunk and impaired driving. This...
The Conservation Agriculture Planning Grant Program (CAPGP) will fund the development of conservation agriculture plans that will help farmers and ranchers identify actions for climate change mitigation and adaptation, further environmental stewardship on farms and ranches and ensure agricultural food security into the future. The Budget Act of 2021 appropriated $17 Million to CDFA for Technical Assistance and Conservation Management Plans. With this funding, CAPGP will provide up to $15 million in funding to eligible applicants for the development of plans. Eligible entities include Tribes, technical service providers (TSPs) registered with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), professional certified crop advisors, pest control...
REAP 2.0 seeks to accelerate progress towards our state housing goals and climate commitments through a strengthened partnership between the state, its regions, and local entities to collectively accelerate infill development that facilitates housing supply, choice, and affordability while reducing vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and advancing equity. The Regional Early Action Planning Grant of 2021 (REAP 2.0) is a collaborative effort between the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), iOffice of Planning and Research (OPR), the Strategic Growth Council (SGC), and the State Air Resources Board (CARB). REAP 2.0 funding will be released in three separate allocations: (1) MPO Direct Allocation, (2) Tribal and Rural Allocation and (3) Higher Impact Transformative...
The California Competes Grant Program (CCGP) is available to businesses that want to locate in California or stay and grow in California and create quality, full-time jobs in California that might not otherwise be created by the business or any other business. The primary goal of the CCGP is to incentivize businesses to choose California and to create quality, full-time jobs in the state. A significant priority for this grant program is to make resources available to businesses for whom a non-refundable tax credit would not provide a significant financial benefit. The CCGP was specifically created for two types of businesses: (1) businesses that continuously reinvest profits, generating either significant research and development tax credits and/or net operating losses resulting in little...
This funding provides loans to rehabilitate, capitalize operating subsidy reserves for, and extend the long-term affordability of department-funded housing projects that have an affordability restriction that has expired, that will expire by 12/31/32, or are otherwise at risk for conversion to market rate due to having been foreclosed on by the Department or by another public lender. The goal is to preserve existing affordable housing. The PRP NOFA is restricted to HCD-funded multifamily rental housing projects whose regulatory agreement(s) expire no later than 12/31/32. There is a $50 million small project set aside (for projects of no more than 20 units), a $50 million set aside for projects that have been foreclosed on by HCD or another public lender, and a $100 million set aside for...
The goal of this initiative is to create partnerships with organizations currently serving the Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers (MSFW) community to reduce barriers and expand access points to the Employment Service and Employment-Related Law Complaint System. The proposal must demonstrate innovative outreach, awareness, and collaboration strategies that enhance the work of CBOs helping MSFWs in rural and hard to reach communities. The grant competition solicits proposals that employ best practices to partner with organizations that serve MSFWs to establish a Complaint System Awareness and Referral Program. The purpose of the program is to increase access points to identify, record, and refer MSFW complaints through the ES Complaint System to the local America’s Job Center of California...
This grant is ONLY open to the five Small Business Development Center networks. This is NOT a grant for small businesses. This funding is for the Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) in Northern, Central, LA, Orange County Inland Empire, and San Diego and Imperial to support their efforts to help small businesses access capital. $3 million is provided each year for Small Business Development Centers' local cash match funding. Funding is designated to support SBDC networks to help businesses in California access capital. Funding is only available to the five small business development center networks in California. This is NOT a grant for small businesses.
This grant is ONLY open to Small Business Technical Assistance Providers. This is NOT a grant to small businesses. TAP seeks to expand consulting and training to small businesses entrepreneurs. Funding is for new or enhanced consulting and training services to small businesses. Applicants must provide match funding in the form of federal or private funding to conduct technical assistance to small businesses. Please see RFP for more information. Summary This grant is ONLY open to Small Business Technical Assistance Providers. This is NOT a grant to small businesses. California is home to a range of small business technical assistance centers (“Centers”) that provide free or low-cost one-on-one, confidential consulting and training to help small businesses and entrepreneurs start, grow...
The Song-Brown program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide healthcare in California’s medically underserved areas. Pursuant to the Song-Brown Health Care Workforce Training Act, Health & Safety Code Sections 128200, et. seq., the California Healthcare Workforce Policy Commission (Commission) will consider applications to support the training of family nurse practitioner (FNP) and primary care physician assistant (PA) training programs. Pursuant to the California Midwifery Workforce Training Act, Health & Safety Code Sections 128295-128299, the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) will consider applications to support the training of Certified Nurse Midwifery (CNM), and Licensed Midwifery (LM) training programs. After review of...
The purpose of this grant offered through the Office of the Attorney General, California Department of Justice Tobacco Grant Program is to promote a healthier California by reducing illegal sales and marketing of cigarettes and tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, to minors and youth. In accordance with Proposition 56, funds will be awarded to applicants that demonstrate the capacity to support and/or hire law enforcement officers for programs that include, but are not limited to, enforcing state laws and local ordinances relating to illegal sales and/or marketing of tobacco products to minors and youth, and increasing investigative activities and compliance checks of tobacco retailers and online services that deliver tobacco products to reduce illegal sale of tobacco products to...
The California State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) increases the number of primary care physicians, dentists, dental hygienists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives, pharmacists, and mental/behavioral health providers practicing in federally designated California Health Professional Shortage Areas. California State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants from selected medical disciplines for the maximum award amount of $50,000 for a two full-time or $25,000 for a two-year half-time service commitment in a California Health Professional Shortage Area or in a Federally Qualified Health Center. Practice sites must meet SLRP site eligibility requirements in order for the providers, working at that site, to qualify for SLRP.
The Administering Organization – Individual Artist Fellowships program will support artists at key moments in their careers, elevating their capacity for continued contribution to the field and our state. Fellowship grants support individual artistic practice through unrestricted funding. This program is intended to support a broad spectrum ofartists working in all disciplines, from diverse geographies and communities of all sizes across CA. The CAC is seeking applications from AOs with the capacity to administer fellowships to individual artists and culture bearers in all disciplines. The intention of this grant program is to provide as broad a geographic reach as possible and support artists in all 58 counties. Program Administration Administering Organizations (AO) The AOs will be...
The Arts Administrators Pipeline Fellowship program will be to both support the professional trajectory of individuals who otherwise may not have the opportunity to develop their careers as arts administrators and to increase the capacity of arts organizations for authentic community engagement with those they serve. The AO will implement a fellow-driven grant program, identifying approximately 11 emerging arts administrators for support and then pairing them with an equal number of arts and culture organizations dedicated to equity and community engagement for a 12-month paid fellowship. Fellows and host organizations and fellows will represent the geographic diversity of California. With oversight by the CAC, the AO will design and administer application processes for both fellows and...
To promote safer, more sustainable pest management practices in California, the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) annually funds Alliance projects that promote or increase the implementation, expansion, and/or adoption of effective, proven, and affordable Integrated Pest Management (IPM) systems or practices that reduce risks to public health and the environment in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. DPR's Alliance Grants Program has $1.5 million in funding available for Alliance projects that promote or increase the implementation, expansion, and/or adoption of effective, proven, and affordable Integrated Pest Management (IPM) systems or practices that reduce risks to public health and the environment in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. Successful applications...
To promote safer, more sustainable pest management practices in California, the Department of Pesticide Regulation's (DPR) Research Grants Program provides funding to develop Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings that reduce the risks from pesticides which are high-risk, of regulatory concern, or are of human health or environmental concern in California. DPR's Research Grants Program funds research projects that seek to further IPM in agricultural, urban, or wildlands settings. Developed practices should aim to reduce the use of high-risk pesticides or pesticides that are of regulatory concern and seek to mitigate the impacts of pesticides on public health and the environment. DPR’s Research Grants Program funds diverse projects in varied...
The purpose of the RJ Program is to establish expertise in victim/survivor-centered restorative justice prosecutorial best practices in response to domestic violence and sexual assault cases. The Subrecipient must develop and implement training curriculum, develop a toolkit/guide, and provide technical assistance for prosecutors, criminal justice system personnel, and allied victim service providers. Restorative justice in the form of mediation or reconciliation between offenders and victims/survivors has been utilized since the 1970s. There is not a shared understanding of how to implement a restorative justice process within the victim service(s) field, the criminal justice system, and specifically within the prosecutorial process. Restorative justice includes a broad range of...
To establish a pilot program for counties or regional collaboratives of counties to develop a robust, highly integrated continuum of services designed to serve foster youth with complex needs served by multiple agencies. The Children’s Crisis Continuum Pilot Program(s) are to be highly integrated, trauma-focused, continuums of care for foster youth with the highest acuity and/or intellectual/developmental needs that allow for seamless transition between less and more restrictive levels of care that is not delayed by the need to arrange for appropriate supportive services. Non-family-based service settings within the pilot shall include a trauma-focused model of care, be unlocked, and have a high degree of qualified supervision and structure and be aligned with the goal of maintaining...
The purpose of the California Forest Improvement Program (CFIP) is to encourage private and public investment in, and improved management of, California forest lands and resources, to ensure adequate high quality timber supplies, related employment and other economic benefits, and the protection, maintenance, and enhancement of a productive and stable forest resource system for the benefit of present and future generations. The program scope includes the improvement of all forest resources including fish and wildlife habitat, and soil and water quality. Cost-share assistance is provided to private and public ownerships containing 20 to 5,000 acres of forest land. Cost-shared activities include: Preparation of a Forest Management Plan by a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) and RPF...
2022 Title II Grant Program
closedThis Grant Program provides alternatives to detention, promotes youth safety and well-being while in custody, and identifies and supports successful and emerging reentry models. It intends that in-custody programs focus on rehabilitation and building individual strengths instead of punishment for past mistakes and deficits. It intends that California’s disproportionate representation of youth of color in the juvenile justice system be addressed. Services and programs proposed in response to this RFP must be designed to serve people who are at-risk and/or have been under the jurisdiction of the juvenile justice system and are under the age of 26. To support targeted delinquency prevention and intervention efforts, OJJDP developed a comprehensive list of Program Purpose Areas (PPAs) that...
CalVIP grants must be used to support, expand, and replicate evidence-based violence reduction initiatives that seek to interrupt cycles of violence. Strategies eligible for funding could include but are not limited to: hospital-based violence intervention programs, evidence-based street outreach programs, and focused deterrence strategies. Assembly Bill (AB) 1603 (Chapter 735, Statutes of 2019), also known as the Break the Cycle of Violence Act, was signed by the Governor on October 11, 2019 (Attachment D-3). This bill codified the CalVIP grant program and the authority and duties of the BSCC in administering the program, including the establishment of a grant selection advisory committee (the CalVIP ESC), selection criteria for grants, and reporting requirements to the Legislature. It...
The California State Library’s 2022-2023 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA)-funded Inspiration Grants opportunity will provide support to libraries throughout California interested in implementing a project outside of other State Library opportunities. The LSTA-funded Sustainable California Libraries themed grant opportunity will provide libraries the opportunity to design programming and educational opportunities focused on sustainability and climate resilience, by collaborating with project partners, community connections, and community members. Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to community engagement and equitable programming and services. A minimum of one project partner or community connection is required (see below for examples). All proposals should...
The DV Program provides local assistance for comprehensive support services for existing domestic violence providers throughout California, including emergency shelter to victims/survivors of domestic violence and their children. Per Penal Code § 132823.15-13823.16, all Subrecipients must provide access to emergency shelter and the supportive services, listed under the Program Components. Support is also provided for the maintenance and further development of domestic violence services to unserved and underserviced populations, including but not limited to, rural areas, non-English speaking individuals, persons of color, and geographical areas without services. The DV Program provides local assistance for comprehensive support services to existing domestic violence providers...
It is intended to expand access to jail and prison diversion programs and services; create or expand mental health treatment facilities, substance use disorder treatment facilities, and trauma-centered service facilities in local communities; and reduce the need of mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, and trauma-centered services in the jails and prisons. Chapter 33, Statutes of 2016 (SB 843), Section 52, established the Community Services Infrastructure Grant Program (CSI) and is intended to improve access to jail diversion programs. SB 843 provides a mechanism for funding a statewide expansion of mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, and trauma-centered services via grants available to counties. ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS Counties and counties...
The Song-Brown Program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide health care in California’s medically underserved areas. Awardees shall use the funding to expand primary care services. The funding will support Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), and Pediatric residency programs.
The purpose of the SP Program is to assure the safety and protection of children by supporting professional providers who supervise visitation of children with a noncustodial party where there is a history or allegations of domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, or sexual abuse. In 1997, the Judicial Council of California approved standards of practice for providers of supervised visitation. Standard 5.20 of the California Standards of Judicial Administration (Uniform Standards of Practice for Providers of Supervised Visitation) defines supervised visitation as contact between a non-custodial party and one or more children in the presence of a neutral third person.
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY22
closedProvide 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.
Provide 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.
Provides funding to construct or improve infrastructure used by transient recreational vessels 26 feet or more in length. The Boating Infrastructure Grant program is designed to provide infrastructure and services for recreational boats 26 feet or more in length. Goals of the program include: 1. enhance access to recreational, historic, cultural and scenic resources; 2. strengthen community ties to the water’s edge and economic benefits; 3. promote public/private partnerships and entrepreneurial opportunities; 4. provide continuity of public access to the shore; and 5. promote awareness of transient boating opportunities.
The basis of the California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Broadband Public Housing Account is to provide grants and loans to finance projects to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities. The CASF Broadband Public Housing Account provides grants and loans to build broadband networks offering free broadband service for residents of low-income communities including, but not limited to, publicly supported housing developments, farmworker housing, and other housing developments or mobile home parks with low-income residents that do not have access to any broadband service provider that offers free broadband service that meets or exceeds state standards for the residents of the low-income community. The allocated funding for the Broadband...
The California Advanced Services Fund Broadband Adoption Account provides grants that will increase publicly available or after-school broadband access and digital inclusion, such as grants for digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption. The California Public Utilities Commission will give preference to programs and projects in communities with demonstrated low broadband access, including low-income communities, senior citizen communities, and communities facing socioeconomic barriers to broadband adoption. Eligible Projects: Digital Literacy Projects- Digital inclusion projects may include digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption, including low-income communities...
The purpose of the program is to improve the health and welfare of California's critically ill children, by providing a stable and ready source of funds for capital improvement projects for children's hospitals. On November 4, 2008, California voters passed Proposition 3, the Children's Hospital Bond Act of 2008. The purpose of the program is to improve the health and welfare of California's critically ill children, by providing a stable and ready source of funds for capital improvement projects for eligible hospitals. The California Health Facilities Financing Authority (CHFFA) is responsible for administering the program. Language in Proposition 3 identifies 13 children's hospitals in California (referred to as "Children's Hospitals") as eligible for $980 million in funding. The 13...
Implement the California Water Action Plan in the Coachella Valley and its watersheds. Grants are awarded for projects that fulfill one or more of the statutory objectives of Proposition 1 and complies with the General Obligation Bond Law. Three categories of projects are specifically preferred : (a) acquisition projects involving the purchase of land for conservation that implements the key objectives of the California Water Action Plan, (b) watershed restoration projects associated with the enhancement of watershed-related natural features, such as washes, channels, streams or riverbeds, and (c) infrastructure projects related to the improvement of water management structures to complement surrounding habitat values. Awards are made through a competitive process initiated by periodic...
The purpose of the program is to strengthen the district’s instructional program and improve the academic achievement and self-concept of American Indian students in California’s schools. The goal will be achieved through the development and testing of unique education projects designed to increase student competence and encourage participation of American Indian parents, families and the community in the design and implementation of the program. The AIECE grant program was established to improve and support the cultural and linguistic responsiveness of the educational opportunities of young American Indian (AI) children across the California education system. This grant program provides funding for local educational agencies (LEAs) with a concentration of at least 10 percent AI students...
The overall goal of the technical assistance program (TA Program) is to actively engage and support eligible grantees and their partners in under-represented and disadvantaged communities to develop viable projects and submit grant applications in pursuit of funding for agricultural land conservation acquisition and capacity grants through the Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC). The technical assistance provider will support the mission of the Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program by engaging with key stakeholders--land trusts, tribal entities, nonprofits, landowners, farmers and ranchers, and others--in under-represented and disadvantaged communities. The TA provider will explore local opportunities and constraints, assess needs and resources, and...
Afghan Communities Support
closedThe goal of the ACS is to increase services for Afghan newcomers by providing funds to qualified non-profit organizations to support culturally and linguistically responsive case management services, outreach, and education. The ACS aims to support the resettlement of Afghan arrivals and their integration into communities through grants to qualified non-profit organizations.
Provides funding to help cleanup and prevent illegal dumping on 'farm and/or ranch' property, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Usually three application cycles are available each fiscal year; this is the second cycle. CalRecycle offers this Program pursuant to Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code (PRC). Project sites shall be located on 'farm and ranch' property (both private and public land are eligible), where the owner is not responsible for the illegal disposal. 'Farm and ranch' property is defined in the Eligible Geographies section below.Grantees have approximately two years to complete the project(s). Sites shall be fully remediated (cleaned up) with grant funds, or a combination of grant funds and in-kind funds/services. Funding includes...
CopyCat Grant
closedA California State Library LSTA grant program intended to facilitate easy duplication of successful projects. CopyCat Grants are intended to help libraries easily implement tried-and tested-programs and extend the impact of previously funded, successful LSTA projects. This opportunity is open to all libraries, and it is well suited to those with limited capacity for developing and testing new programming. The CopyCat Web site contains toolkits for innovative, successful LSTA projects from public libraries across California. Each toolkit contains a link to the original application for the original program, information about the purpose, target audience and outcomes achieved, and implementation steps with links to sample documents from the original program. When replicated, programs need...
Zip Books
closedThe purpose of the Zip Books program is to provide patrons with speedy access to materials they might not otherwise be able to get through the library, without the long wait times often associated with interlibrary loan requests. It also adds a patron-driven collection development approach to a library’s usual process, resulting in a collection more closely matched to the needs of the local community. About the Program The Zip Books program is an alternative model for interlibrary loan service that bridges the gaps between a library’s patron request service, a normal acquisitions process, and an outreach/home delivery service. It is based on a project called “Zip Books—Digital Library of Northern California,” conducted by the Butte, Shasta, and Humboldt County Libraries under a FY...
The Beet Curly Top Virus Control Program may consider funding projects, to develop new management methods for treating the beet leafhopper (BLH), the primary vector of beet curly top virus or to develop enhancements to other program areas, to mitigate the virus. Funding will be based on the researcher using no pesticide alternative or Dept. of Pesticide Regulation approved pesticides registered for use in CA on BLH and/or on rangeland/hillside. The BCTV Program is soliciting proposals for research into alternatives to malathion. Projects that develop new management methods for treating the beet leafhopper. The funding will be based on the researcher using a no pesticide alternative or Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) approved pesticides registered for use in CA on BLH and/or on...
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program provides assistance to civil engineers in solving a variety of engineering challenges using Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA), which is produced from shredded tires, is lightweight, free-draining, and a less expensive alternative to conventional aggregates. Eligible Projects: Projects generally fall into one of five categories (see TDA Uses for more complete descriptions): Category 1: Mechanically Stabilized TDA (retaining walls). Category 2: Low Impact Development (storm water mitigation including storm water infiltration galleries). Category 3: Lightweight fill (slope stabilization, embankment...
Statewide Asylee Orientation
closedThe virtual Statewide Asylee Orientation (SAO) would provide information for asylees through culturally and linguistically appropriate self-paced, evergreen, virtual online content. The learning modules would address four areas: eligibility for benefits (including cash, food, medical assistance, childcare, and housing and utilities); employment; social adjustment; and legal rights and responsibilities. The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Office of Equity, Refugee Programs Bureau (RPB), announces the Request for Application (RFA) for the Statewide Asylee Orientation Program (SAO) to provide a statewide virtual asylee orientation for California residents who have been granted asylum status by the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security or the U.S. Attorney General pursuant to...
The purpose of this solicitation is to provide funding for California cities, counties, or cities and counties, to establish online, automated solar permitting. Funding through CalAPP is available to all incorporated cities, counties, or cities and counties to implement an online, automated permitting platform that verifies code compliance and issues permits in real time for a solar energy system. To meet its clean energy goals, California needs new renewable and storage resources, including rooftop solar and storage projects. Per the 2021 Senate Bill 100 Joint Agency Report, achieving 100% clean electricity in California requires an acceleration of the development of rooftop solar projects. CalAPP funding is intended to encourage cities and counties to further enhance permitting...
The California Electric Homes Program (CalEHP) is seeking a third-party administrator (Recipient) to design and implement an incentive program. The Recipient will also provide technical assistance to potential and current CalEHP applicants. This is a competitive grant solicitation. In this solicitation, the California Electric Homes Program (CalEHP) is seeking a third-party administrator (Recipient) to design and implement an incentive program. The Recipient will also provide technical assistance to potential and current CalEHP applicants. The third-party administrator applicant to this solicitation (Applicant) selected to be the Recipient of the grant funds will initially distribute up to $58,125,000 in incentives for all-electric buildings and energy storage systems in new residential...
The purpose of the Program is to provide domestic violence victims/survivors and their children access to COVID-19 testing, vaccines, and primary health care through weekly mobile health care visits. To ensure all areas of California are reached, Cal OES is utilizing a regional approach where one Subrecipient coordinates services for all domestic violence shelters and programs within the identified region. The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) provides funding to the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to detect, diagnose, trace, monitor and mitigate SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 infections, and related strategies to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The implementation of this supplemental funding aligns with the FVPSA definition of supportive services (45 CFR § 1370.2) and also...
The purpose of this Program is to support communities in building and implementing protocols and practices for a collaborative and coordinated response to incidents of domestic violence. The purpose of the Program is to support communities in building and implementing protocols and practices for a collaborative and coordinated response to incidents of domestic violence. The Program builds the capacity of communities that demonstrate a need for greater collaboration and coordination between domestic violence service providers and law enforcement.
Youth Community Access is a program supporting youth access to natural and cultural resources with a focus on low-income and disadvantaged communities including, but not limited to, community education and recreational amenities to support youth substance use prevention and early intervention. California voters passed the Control, Regulate and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (Proposition 64) on November 8, 2016, which legalized the recreational sale and use of cannabis to people over the age of 21 and levied new excise taxes on the cultivation and retail sale of all state-regulated cannabis. Proposition 64 created the Youth Education, Prevention, Early Intervention and Treatment Account (YEPEITA) into which the State Controller deposits 60 percent (60%) of the tax revenues from marijuana...
The Tire Incentive Program (TIP) provides a reimbursement (as an incentive payment program) to eligible businesses that use (recycled) crumb rubber in eligible products or substitute crumb rubber for virgin rubber, plastic, or other raw materials in products. The program’s goal is to increase demand for crumb rubber and promote higher value products. Eligible applicants include: • Manufacturers that produce (or will produce) an eligible product. • Waste tire processors that also manufacture an eligible product. • Manufacturers of devulcanized rubber. • Rubber compounders. • Manufacturers of calendered rubber sheeting products. • Manufacturers that produce products on a contract basis for other companies provided they have that other company’s written permission to produce an...
This procurement seeks an Administrator for the Low-Income Weatherization Program’s (LIWP) Multi-Family Component, which focuses on energy efficiency and renewable energy upgrades for low-income multi-family affordable housing. LIWP is an energy efficiency and renewable energy generation program administered by the Department of Community Services and Development (CSD). LIWP consists of several program components, including the Multi-Family Energy Efficiency and Renewables Component (Multi-Family Component), and is one of California’s Climate Investments funded by State Cap-and-Trade auction proceeds. The LIWP Multi-Family Program Administrator provides technical assistance, project monitoring, and inspection of energy efficiency measures and solar photovoltaics installed in multi-family...
The ESG program provides grant funding to (1) engage homeless individuals and families living on the street, (2) rapidly re-house homeless individuals and families, (3) help operate and provide essential services in emergency shelters for homeless individuals and families, and (4) prevent individuals and families from becoming homeless. ESG funds may be used for four primary activities: Street Outreach, Rapid Re-Housing Assistance, Emergency Shelter, and Homelessness Prevention. In addition, ESG funds may be used for associated Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) costs and administrative activities for some subrecipients. The ESG program provides funding for the following objectives: • Engaging individuals and families experiencing homelessness. • Improving the quality of...
The primary priority of the Wildfire Recovery and Forest Resilience Directed Grant Program is the planning and implementation of forest health projects that promote wildfire recovery and forest resilience and support the goals of California’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan and the Sierra Nevada Conservancy Watershed Improvement Program. In response to recent wildfires, the Sierra Nevada Conservancy identified five wildfire recovery strategies for the Sierra Nevada: landscape-scale forest restoration, water supply protection, strategic reforestation, rapid expansion of wood-utilization infrastructure, and support for community-led initiative. This program seeks to create more-resilient forest landscapes, reduce wildfire risk, accelerate recovery from recent wildfires and...
To support organizations in the development, enhancement and/or expansion of beginning farmer apprenticeship programs and farm worker training and workforce development programs. To ensure that resources are dedicated to strengthening support for socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers in the first ten years of business (beginning farmers), and upscaling or advancement of agricultural skills for farmworkers to provide job sustainability. Please refer to the 2022 BFFTP Program RFA for more information on eligibility requirements and funding priorities for each track. Please consider the BFFTP program and population priorities: Socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers as small-scale and mid-scale producers in the first ten years of business (beginning farmers), and farmworkers in...
The purpose of the KC Program is for Child Advocacy Centers (CACs) to provide direct victim services to child abuse survivors and their families through a multidisciplinary team approach. These services must include victim-centered, trauma-informed forensic interviews, advocacy, direct or referral to therapy/counseling, and referrals for medical exams.
The California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Rural and Urban Regional Broadband Consortia Account (Consortia Grant Account) funds grants are available to facilitate the deployment of broadband services by assisting CASF infrastructure grant applicants in the project development or grant application process or assisting broadband deployment projects related to programs created under Senate Bill (SB) 156 and Assembly Bill (AB) 164. Moneys in the Consortia Grant Account shall be available for grants to eligible consortia to facilitate deployment of broadband services by assisting CASF infrastructure applicants in the project development or grant application process or assisting broadband deployment projects related to programs created under SB 156 and AB 164. The Commission will award grants...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for the local governments in implementing safe Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) programs for collection, public education, source reduction, reuse, and/or recycling of HHW. This grant cycle has been designed for smaller projects that complement existing and/or regional HHW programs in California. Grant applications must include one or more of the following types of projects: HHW public education and outreach for general audiences (may include extended producer responsibility [EPR] information).Implementation of sustainable EPR collection opportunities, to include but not limited to: (1) Promotion of an ongoing retail take-back program such as batteries or fluorescent lamps at...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for the local governments in implementing safe Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) programs for collection, public education, source reduction, reuse, and/or recycling of HHW. This competitive grant offering is designed to fund construction projects that establish new or expand existing HHW programs in California. HHW construction projects do not qualify for CalRecycle grant funding unless they are past the design phase of the project and are prepared for construction (shovel ready). Applicants must have completed proper site analysis, conceptual design and most of the local approval processes. The permitting, licensing and siting approval process must be well underway. Applicants...
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 State. The USRP funds projects and provides technical assistance to restore streams impacted by urban development to a more natural state The USRP goals include: (1) protecting, enhancing, and restoring the natural, ecological value of streams; (2) preventing future property damage caused by flooding and bank erosion; (3) promoting community involvement, education, and riverine stewardship. A major objective of the USRP is to bring people together around projects that foster community relationships while ensuring the community’s interests are...
Riverine Stewardship Program
closedThe RSP supports fish passage improvements & similar projects that increase ecological, stream management, climate, & community improvement benefits. Program goals include protecting, restoring, and enhancing the natural environment of riparian systems. RSP supports innovations in green infrastructure to provide habitat enhancements that benefit aquatic species and fish migration & adapt to climate change. The Riverine Stewardship Program will prioritize funding for projects and programs that meet one or more of the following requirements: • Can be completed expeditiously and provide near-term benefits and alleviation of urgent problems related to water supply and water quality affecting native species and aquatic habitats. • Provide instream water quality benefits by improving...
The purpose of the Community Economic Resilience Fund (CERF) Program funding is to build an equitable and sustainable economy across California’s diverse regions and foster long-term economic resilience in the overall transition to a carbon-neutral economy. CERF will use a high-road approach to economic development to support the creation of quality jobs and equal access to those jobs. CERF planning grants will allow for flexible economic analysis at various geographic scales, including economic flows between different regions, and implementation grants will allow for projects that cross regional boundaries. Participants interested in applying for Phase II implementation grants must participate during the planning phase or receive a letter of support from the High Road Transition...
The purpose of the Listos California Community Resilience Campaign (LX) Program is to build an awareness campaign that engages the most vulnerable Californians with key social vulnerability factors located in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. The work is intended to increase their communities’ disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation capabilities.
The purpose of the Advanced Practice Healthcare Scholarship Program is to increase the number of appropriately trained advanced practice professionals providing direct patient care in an underserved area or qualified facility within California. The Advanced Practice Healthcare Scholarship Program is a scholarship where eligible applicants may receive a scholarship of up to $25,000 for one year of their educational program in exchange for a 12-month service obligation and providing direct patient care in a qualified facility in California upon graduating.
The purpose of the Allied Healthcare Scholarship Program is to increase the number of appropriately trained allied professionals providing direct patient care in an underserved area or qualified facility within California. The Allied Healthcare Scholarship Program is a scholarship where eligible applicants may receive a scholarship of up to $25,000 for one year of their educational program in exchange for a 12-month service obligation and providing direct patient care in a qualified facility in California upon graduating.
The Steven M. Thompson Physician Corps Loan Repayment Program was established in 2003 to increase access to healthcare and promote the retention of primary care physicians in medically underserved areas (MUAs) of California. The Steven M. Thompson Physician Corps Loan Repayment Program is a loan repayment program where eligible applicants may receive loan repayments of up to $105,000 in exchange for a 36-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in a qualified facility in California.
The purpose of the Licensed Mental Health Services Provider Education Program (LMH) is to increase the number of appropriately trained mental healthcare professionals providing direct client care in a qualified facility or area in California. The Licensed Mental Health Services Provider Education Program is a loan repayment program where eligible applicants may receive loan repayments of up to $30,000 in exchange for a 24-month service obligation practicing and providing direct client care in a qualified facility in California.
Early Math Initiative 2
closedThe intent of this funding is to continue to support a statewide early math initiative that includes the development, identification, and distribution of early math resources, professional learning and coaching for educators, and mathematical learning opportunities for children. As the original grantee selected through a request for applications process in 2018, Fresno County Office of Education continues to receive this funding to implement and expand early math throughout the state. They received $35,000,000.
The Regional Climate Collaboratives (RCC) Program is a capacity building grant program for under-resourced communities that enables cross-sectoral partners to deepen their relationships and develop processes, plans, and projects that will drive and sustain climate action. RCC seeks to strengthen local coordination, leadership, knowledge, and skills with a focus on increasing access to funding resources for project planning and implementation. The program funds Collaboratives to conduct place-based capacity building activities, within a three-year grant term, that support under-resourced communities in accessing funding and resources to plan and implement climate mitigation, adaptation, and resiliency projects. These place-based activities will both align with and inform regional...
WCB is seeking high-quality grant proposals for the development of RCIS's. CDFW's RCIS program encourages public agencies to develop regional conservation planning documents using the best available science to identify regional conservation priorities and other actions to help California’s species populations that may be vulnerable or declining by protecting, restoring, creating, and reconnecting their habitats. An Regional Conservation Investment Strategy (RCIS) is a voluntary, non-regulatory document that provides guidance on actions that, if implemented, would result in effective regional conservation. And public agency may propose an RCIS that is developed in consultation with local agencies that have land use authority within the RCIS area. The RCIS Grant Program (Program) supports...
Inland Wetlands Conservation
closedThe 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. The CVJV, a partnership of twenty two public and private organizations and agencies, has identified through its Implementation Plan, specific goals to increase migratory bird populations. The Inland Wetland Conservation Program (IWCP) jurisdiction matches that of the Central Valley Joint Venture and includes most of the watershed of the Central Valley. The Implementation Plan and the IWCP, however, continue to focus on the Central Valley floor, which extends approximately 400 miles from Red Bluff in the north to Bakersfield in the south and encompasses the following nine basins: Butte, Colusa...
The purpose of this program is to provide assistance for the restoration and enhancement of fish and wildlife resources. Consistent with Fish and Game Code section 1301, this program provides assistance for the restoration and enhancement of fish and wildlife resources. Eligible projects include: native fisheries restoration; restoration of wetlands; restoration of coastal, tidal, or fresh water habitat; other native habitat restoration projects including coastal scrub oak, grasslands, and threatened and endangered species habitats; in-stream restoration projects, including removal of fish passage barriers and other obstructions; and other projects that improve the quality of native habitat throughout the State.
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. Additional consideration will be given for projects that restore or enhance wildlife mobility or fish passage across barriers whose impacts on migration have been increased by drought conditions. WCB is seeking projects that restore or enhance habitat in wildlife migration corridors or that remove impediments to fish passage. Examples of project types and their priority are identified below. All projectsmust provide for improved fish or wildlife mobility, and further the objectives of Proposition 68. The Program supports the following priorities: Priority 1: -Construction...
Stream Flow Enhancement
closedThe Stream Flow Enhancement Program (SFEP) funds projects that enhance stream flows across the state of California. The SFEP defines enhanced streamflow to mean: a change in the amount, timing, and/or quality of water flowing down a stream, or a portion of a stream, to benefit fish and wildlife. The following are funding priorities for the stream flow enhancement projects:• Implementation projects resulting in measurable increases in stream flow• Acquisition projects resulting in permanent or long-term in-stream flow dedications• Projects that are focused on a watershed or regional approach• Projects in critical watersheds for salmonids• Projects that help to complete previously funded projects• Projects that evaluate stream flow conditions and stream responses to other stream flow...
The purpose of the SJRC is to create the San Joaquin River Parkway (Parkway) to preserve and enhance the river’s extraordinary biological diversity, protect its valued cultural and natural resources, and provide educational and recreational opportunities for local communities and visitors. Activities eligible for the Program include: Property acquisition for resources conservation and public accessHabitat enhancement and restoration of public or private landsPublic access improvements for recreational and educational purposes
The California Riparian Habitat Conservation Program (Program) is accepting concept proposals for projects that provide meaningful and sustainable improvements to riparian habitats. The goal of the CRHCP is to protect, preserve, and restore riparian habitats throughout California. Typical riparian projects include, but are not limited to: Restoration of riparian vegetation and re-establishing floodplain connectivity.Active or passive restoration that may include an element of invasive plant removal and control.Installation of fencing along the riparian corridor to manage livestock or wildlife and reduce impacts to streams or riparian vegetation.Reconfigure degraded, incised, or undefined streams to restore natural hydrology and encourage reestablishment of native riparian habitat.
In September of 2002, Chapter 984, Statutes of 2002, enacted the Rangeland, Grazing Land and Grassland Protection Act of 2002. The Act designated the Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB) as the lead agency for carrying out the California Rangeland, Grazing Land and Grassland Protection Program. The purpose of the program is to protect California's rangeland, grazing land and grassland through the use of conservation easements. Projects must protect the integrity of the rangeland, grazing lands and grasslands. The WCB will assist applicants interested in obtaining funding information from the different agricultural protection programs.Innovative compatible use activities address the external and internal components of sustainability.The WCB encourages projects to be developed with partners...
The intent of the Ecosystem Restoration and Agricultural Lands program is to collaborate with the agricultural community in identifying and implementing projects that provide long-term habitat benefits for wildlife, consistent with landowner objectives, including economic sustainability, and have the potential for replication on a statewide scale. In many cases agricultural landowners are willing to integrate wildlife habitat benefits into the management and operations of their properties but lack the capital and/or expertise to implement these practices.ERAL Program project criteria:• All projects must be located on privately owned, agricultural land where agriculture is a major land-use activity, and there is a willing property owner.• All projects must provide on-site habitat benefits...
Land Acquisitions
closedThe WCB acquires real property or rights in real property on behalf of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and can also grant funds to other governmental entities or nonprofit organizations to acquire real property or rights in real property. All acquisitions are made on a "willing seller" basis pursuant to a fair market value appraisal as approved by the Department of General Services (DGS). The acquisition activities are carried out in conjunction with the CDFW, which generally entails CDFW evaluating the biological values of property through development of a Full WCB Real Property Acquisition Application. Once these evaluations are completed, they are submitted to CDFW’s Director for review and approval and then sent to the WCB with a recommendation to fund. Typically...
Public Access
closedWildlife Conservation Board’s Public Access Program’s projects should focus on creating meaningful outdoor experiences for all Californians. Projects should provide public benefits, leverage funding to produce the greatest benefit, and provide access to natural and wild areas. The Program prioritizes: boating access projects, hunting and fishing projects, and non-consumptive wildlife-oriented recreation. Planning and implementation projects are to be considered. Planning grants are intended to support the development of projects that are likely to qualify for future implementation funding under this program. Implementation grants are intended for construction, enhancement, or rehabilitation of public access facilities.
Oak Woodlands Conservation
closedThe 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. While the Program is statewide in nature, it provides opportunities to address oak woodland issues on a regional priority basis. The Program is designed to help local efforts achieve oak woodland protection. More importantly, this Program provides a mechanism to bring ranchers and conservationists together in a manner that allows both to achieve that which is so valued - sustainable ranch and farming operations and healthy oak woodlands.
The Program was created to provide a state partner to work cooperatively with local agencies, particularly the County of Sacramento in its role as the manager of the American River Parkway (Parkway) and nonprofit organizations to help fund projects and provide grants to restore, enhance, interpret, protect, and improve public access to the Parkway’s natural, recreational, educational, and cultural resources. WCB may award grants for the following project purposes: • The acquisition, restoration, enhancement, and maintenance of fish and wildlife habitat and other natural resources, including resources impacted by wildfire, within and adjacent to the American River Parkway.• The improvement and expansion of public access, recreational areas, and recreational facilities, including trails.•...
Forest Conservation
closedThe Forest Conservation Program supports planning, acquisition, and restoration projects throughout California’s forests, consistent with the Board's Strategic Plan. The Program was created on November 7, 2006 with the Safe Drinking Water, Water Quality and Supply, Flood Control, River and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2006 (Proposition 84). That Act charged the Board to develop a grant program and “…promote the ecological integrity and economic stability of California’s diverse native forests for all their public benefits through forest conservation, preservation, and restoration of productive managed forest lands, forest reserve areas, redwood forests and other forest types, including the conservation of water resources and natural habitat for native fish and wildlife and plants found...
The Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program was created by AB109, which amended the Budget Act of 2017 to provide local assistance through the Wildlife Conservation Board for conservation projects focusing on resilience to projected climate impacts. These projects must be consistent with the State’s climate adaptation strategy (Safeguarding California Plan), contribute to the carbon sequestration goals of AB 32, and support WCB’s Strategic Plan. In addition, projects will be consistent with other statewide plans and priorities, including the California Water Action Plan and California State Wildlife Action Plan 2015 Update. Program funding is directed toward projects that: Protect and restore ecosystems on natural and working lands to provide climate change adaptation and resilience...
Funding for this grant program was provided through the Budget Act of 2021-22 for local assistance projects. This funding furthers the purposes of the Conservancy’s mission, enabling legislation Public Resources Code, Division 22.9, Sections 32630 et al. (“the San Diego River Conservancy Act”), the Conservancy’s Strategic Plan Update 2018-2023, and other state approved priorities and plans.
The purpose of the XH Program is to provide victims of crime with transitional/short-term housing assistance and a range of supportive services with the goal of moving victims into safe, permanent housing. The XH Program is designed after the Housing First model; a form of rapid rehousing adapted to move and rehouse victims of crime who are experiencing homelessness into permanent housing quickly and provide ongoing supportive services. Transitional/short-term housing is a temporary solution – usually a room or apartment – meant to be a safe space in which victims can process their trauma and build a supportive network with the goal of moving into safe, permanent housing. Since 2017, California has implemented the Housing First Model as defined in Welfare and Institutions (W&I) Code...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) California Farm to School Incubator Grant Program will award competitive grants to support projects that cultivate equity, nurture students, build climate resilience, and create scalable and sustainable change. To support a systems approach to advancing farm to school throughout the state, the 2022 California Farm to School Incubator Grant Program offers four funding tracks: Track 1: The California Farm to School K-12 Procurement and Education GrantTrack 2: The California Farm to School Partnership GrantTrack 3: The California Farm to Early Care and Education (ECE) GrantTrack 4: The California Farm to School Producer Grant
Achieving a significant reduction in fatalities and serious injuries on all local public roads. The Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP), codified as Section 148 of Title 23, United States Code (23 U.S.C §148), is a core federal-aid program to States for the purpose of achieving a significant reduction in fatalities and serious injuries on all public roads. The Division of Local Assistance (DLA) manages California's local agency share of HSIP funds. California's Local HSIP focuses on infrastructure projects with nationally recognized crash reduction factors (CRFs). Local HSIP projects must be identified on the basis of crash experience, crash potential, crash rate, or other data-supported means.
The overall goal of this solicitation is to build resilience on the coast to assist coastal communities in preparing for and adapting to the impacts of sea-level rise. Projects must be either research-based or provide on-the-ground resilience to climate change through restoration and/or habitat enhancement. All projects must benefit the coastal or San Francisco Bay region. The overall goal of this solicitation is to build resilience on the coast to assist coastal communities in preparing for and adapting to the impacts of sea-level rise (SLR). Projects must be either research-based or provide on-the-ground resilience to climate change through restoration and/or habitat enhancement. Applications submitted in response to this solicitation should advance implementation of the OPC’s Strategic...
The purpose of the AR Program is to help rape crisis centers and sexual assault programs continue adapting to meet the emergency needs of sexual assault survivors in response to the COVID -19 public health emergency. Funds are to be used to continue efforts to prepare for, prevent, and respond to COVID-19. Funding may support a range of in-scope activities including counseling, mobile advocacy, telehealth, teletherapy, peer support, temporary housing, rental assistance and nominal relocation expenses, supplies, equipment, and software to assist in carrying out virtual services.
Sea Otter Recovery Grants
closedCoastal Conservancy grants funded by the California Sea Otter Fund can be used for a variety of activities related to southern sea otter recovery and improving the nearshore ecosystem. Coastal Conservancy grants funded by the California Sea Otter Fund can be used for a variety of activities related to southern sea otter recovery and improving the nearshore ecosystem. Conservancy priorities for the funding are as follows: Implement critical recovery actions of the Federal Southern Sea Otter Recovery PlanPlan and implement projects to improve or expand southern sea otter habitatReduce environmental stressors impacting southern sea ottersConduct research to inform actions or strategies to advance critical sea otter recovery actions, improve or expand sea otter habitat, or reduce stressors...
Provide education and awareness about the proper disposal of boat sewage Provides education to promote public awareness about boat sewage, its proper disposal, as well as tracking and monitoring use of existing pumpouts and dump stations along California’s waterways.
Funds for tasks necessary in the planning, amendment, or renewal phases of a Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP), such as baseline surveys and inventories, preparation of planning and environmental documents, and outreach. The Endangered Species Habitat Conservation Planning Assistance (HCPA) Grant Program provides funding to states and territories for tasks necessary in the planning, amendment, or renewal phases of an HCP, such as baseline surveys and inventories, preparation of planning and environmental documents, and outreach. The Service will consider Proposals supporting efforts to amend and renew existing HCPs or HCP/NCCPs.
The Universal PreKindergarten Planning & Implementation (UPK P&I) Grant is a state early learning planning and capacity building initiative with the goal of expanding access for preschool-age students to PreKindergarten (Pre-K) programs at local educational agencies (LEAs). California Education Code (EC) Section 8281.5, created the UPK Planning and Implementation (P&I) Grant Program, which provides a total of $500 million to support planning and implementation around access to PreKindergarten programs. This grant is allocated in two parts over two fiscal years, 2021-22 and 2022-23: 2021–22 UPK P&I Grant ($200 million) The UPK P&I Grant for local educational agencies (LEAs) (school districts and charter schools) was based on a formula specified in EC 8281.5(c)(1)(A) and (C). The link...
CDFW will provide funding to implement watershed and community enhancements in areas impacted by cannabis cultivation. Proposals to enhance watersheds and communities should solicit funds for, but not limited to: road decommissioning, road crossing upgrades, erosion and sediment delivery prevention actions, culvert upgrades, water conservation, cleanup and remediation of impacts of illicit cannabis operations on private lands, and/or enhancing biodiversity and wildlife habitat within watersheds, among other projects of similar nature.
CDFW will provide funding to implement the cleanup and remediation of illicit cannabis cultivation impacts on qualified public lands. CDFW will provide funding to implement the cleanup and remediation of illicit cannabis cultivation impacts on qualified public lands. Qualified public land includes land owned in fee simple title and managed by a federal, state, local government, or institution, or California Native American tribal government. It also includes land held by the United States in trust for a California Native American tribe. Cleanup and remediation projects should focus on the severe impacts of illicit cannabis operations and reduce delivery of contaminants and waste to the environment by removing refuse and infrastructure associated with illegal cannabis cultivation on...
Permanently protect croplands, rangelands, and lands utilized for the cultivation of traditional resources from conversion to non-agricultural uses. Protecting these lands promotes smart growth within existing jurisdictions, ensures open space remains available, and supports healthy agricultural and tribal food systems, and resulting food security. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Capacity and Project Development grants expand organizational capacity to develop agricultural conservation acquisition projects.
To protect critical agricultural lands, to support infill & compact development, and to avoid increases in the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the conversion of agricultural land to non-agricultural uses. Planning grants support the development of local and regional land use policies and economic development strategies to protect these agricultural lands. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Planning Grants support the development and implementation of plans for the protection of agricultural land at risk of conversion to non-agricultural uses, maintaining the economic viability of the region’s...
Permanently protect croplands, rangelands, and lands utilized for the cultivation of traditional resources from conversion to non-agricultural uses. Protecting these lands promotes smart growth within existing jurisdictions, ensures open space remains available, and supports healthy agricultural and tribal food systems, and resulting food security. Please note: pre-proposals are required, deadline for submittal is June 15, 2022 The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Agricultural Conservation Acquisitions provide funding to leverage the protection of strategically located, highly productive, and critically threatened agricultural land, via the...
Creative Youth Development
closedThe Creative Youth Development program is rooted in the CAC’s belief that arts learning is an essential tool for healthy human development and that it should be available to all young people throughout California. The CAC envisions that all of California’s young people are provided with meaningful, culturally responsive arts-learning experiences so that they can reach their full potential. Beneficiaries of Creative Youth Development projects include youth from infancy to 24 years of age. All projects occur outside of traditional school hours, taking place in arts venues, community centers, school sites, and other youth-oriented settings. Children ages 0-5 and school-age youth are a priority for this program, with successful projects demonstrating the ability to cultivate positive social...
The Healthy Refrigeration Grant Program funds energy efficient refrigeration units in corner stores, small businesses, and food donation programs in low-income or low-access areas to stock California-grown produce, nuts, dairy, meat, eggs, minimally processed, and culturally appropriate foods. This opportunity will onboard technical assistance providers to provide outreach, application assistance, and technical expertise for underserved areas. This RFP solicits Technical Assistance Providers (TAPs) to conduct activities in one or both of the following categories: 1. Outreach and Application Assistance: TAPs in this category will promote the program to corner stores and other eligible applicants (including small businesses such as small producers and others) in low-income and low...
JUMP StArts – Cycle B
closedThe JUMP StArts program supports arts and culture education, apprenticeship and/or mentorship via artists-in-residence programs for system-engaged, system-impacted, and/or at-promise youth and young people through the age of 24. The JUMP StArts program has two project grant strands. Organizations may apply for and receive funding in one strand: JUMP StArts – State Facilities JUMP StArts – Community Spaces and/or County Facilities Planning grants are also available to support arts organizations in the process of developing an arts project for system-engaged, system-impacted, and/or at-promise youth. Project Requirements Applicant organization must develop and complete a project addressing the program’s purpose to be completed by the end of the Grant Activity Period. The project...
Folk and Traditional Arts
closedThe Folk and Traditional Arts (FTA)grant program intends to redirect resources to build capacity at the local level by proposing to fund one Administering Organization (AO) that will regrant funds, provide technical assistance, and/or build capacity with artists and arts organizations in support of folk and traditional arts expressions. The AO will work directly with artists who belong to family, ethnic, occupational, religious, and/or regional cultural communities that practice traditional art forms. The forms of traditional expression can include but are not limited to: crafts, music, dance, ritual, and technical skills. This program centralizes local artists, and their artistic processes as vehicles for community vitality. The CAC is ideally looking to fund one AO that has...
The purpose of the Cultural Pathways-Technical Assistance program is to strengthen the capacity of small, new, and emerging arts organizations that are rooted in historically and systemically under-resourced communities and to anchor the cultural and creative work of these organizations into the cultural landscape of the state. The intended outcome of this program is to facilitate transformational growth within Cultural Pathways’ grantee organizations through delivering significant professional development and technical assistance to these organizations. Successful applicants will provide Cultural Pathways grantees with technical assistance and professional development tools, resources, and training. Technical assistance may take the form of convenings, webinars, learning communities...
Arts and Accessibility
closedTo best serve California artists with disabilities and organizations that support them, the CAC is seeking applications for up to five Administering Organizations to partner with in the 2022-23 grant cycle, who may receive all of part of the $500,000 program allocation, to manage the Arts and Accessibility regranting program. The AO(s) will regrant to individual artists and arts or service organizations as follows: Individual artists may request a grant up to $3,000 for projects that directly contribute to their professional development and goals, and to create new work. The grant is intended to support the careers and employment of artists will all types of disabilities, including but not limited to, individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf-Blind, have difficulty speaking, have a...
Statewide and Regional Networks grantees continue to provide timely and adaptive services which respond to the needs of culturally specific and geographically diverse communities. The Statewide and Regional Networks (SRN) program intends to contribute to the health and vitality of the creative workforce in California by creating a resilient network of arts service organizations and artists. An arts service organization is defined as an organization that furthers the interests of artists, creators, tradition bearers, and arts and cultural organizations. They also provide specialized, practical services for artists, arts organizations, and cultural communities. Program Requirements Arts service organizations must provide practical services for artists, creators, tradition bearers, and/or...
Arts Education Exposure
closedThe purpose of the Exposure program is to support attendance at high-quality performances and exhibits for students who would particularly benefit from these experiences. Students may be identified as priority communities for participation due to socio-economic status, geographic region, or other aspects of students’ life experiences that elevate the impact of having opportunities to engage with these cultural assets. Artists involved in this grant category will demonstrate the highest level of rigor and commitment to craft, and their work will offer deep cultural resonance with the student communities to be served. Student artwork, whether prepared in advance or executed onsite, is not appropriate as the artistic focus of this grant category. The impact of student attendance at artistic...
Arts Integration Training
closedIn recent years, the CAC expanded the arts education grant programs, including the Arts Integration Training (AIT) grant. Awards of up to $5,000 per year support nonprofit arts organizations and teaching artists to plan and deliver professional development in arts integration strategies to classroom teachers, as well as site, district, and county-level administrators. Arts Integration Training projects should be designed to pave a pathway for increased equitable student learning in, through, and about the arts. This may be realized in a specific classroom, in all classrooms across a school site, or as a central strategy for a district- or countywide arts plan. The Arts Integration Training project can stand alone or be executed in conjunction with an Artists in Schools project. The...
Artists in Schools
closedThe Artists in Schools (AIS) program supports projects that integrate community arts partners into culturally and linguistically responsive, sequential, standards-based arts learning for students in preschool through Grade 12 as part of the regular school day, and that address the unique circumstances of the school environment. The intent of the program is to augment and enhance the work of classroom teachers and school-based arts programs by bringing arts resources within the local community into the school culture, not to supplant credentialed arts teachers. AIS projects focus on hands-on participant learning that takes place over a sustained period (typically a minimum of 10 class sessions) with an identified group(s) of students.
The purpose of the XD Program is to provide victims of domestic violence with safe, permanent housing and ongoing, supportive services tailored to address the individual needs of each victim. Examples of supportive services include transportation subsidies, financial assistance, career training, employment assistance, legal assistance, counseling, childcare, and temporary rental assistance.
Innovations in Government
closedThe California Arts Council has been a member of the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) since 2017. The Innovations Grant funds government partnerships with local artists / cultural practitioners* of color or of the global majority* to eliminate structural racism*. The Innovations in Government grant is a pilot for the CAC to address structural racism through arts creation. The purpose of the California Arts Council’s Innovations in Government pilot is to work with artists / cultural practitioners of color or of the global majority, through an Application Organization, to co-create a series of public online interactive workshops that explore racial equity through artmaking and cultural practice. The Application Organization plays a crucial role in this process, they will...
The California Creative Corps pilot program, a media, outreach, and engagement campaign designed to increase: (1) public health awareness messages to stop the spread of COVID-19; (2) public awareness related to water and energy conservation, climate mitigation, and emergency preparedness, relief, and recovery; (3) civic engagement, including election participation; and (4) social justice and community engagement. The CAC is seeking applications from Administering Organizations with the capacity to administer regranting funds to arts and social service organizations and to individual artists and cultural workers throughout the state to develop media, outreach, and engagement campaigns that speak to the program goals listed above. The intention of this grant program is to provide as broad a...
California Public Resource Code (PRC) section 43230 authorizes CalRecycle to award grants to Local Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) to carry out their solid waste facilities permit and inspection programs. These grants are awarded only to LEAs and regional LEAs that are certified by CalRecycle pursuant to Title 4, California Code of regulations (CCR), Chapter 5, Article 2.1 and LEA Certificate Requirements. The program offers non-competitive grants to assist LEAs in implementing their solid waste facilities permit and inspection programs. Annual funding for this Program cannot exceed $1,500,000. Of this amount, $96,000 is allocated for CalRecycle’s LEA training and outreach activities; and the remaining $1,404,000 is distributed among grant applicants according to the Criteria and Process. ...
GFO-21-304 – Realizing Accelerated Manufacturing and Production for Clean Energy Technologies
closedThe purpose of this solicitation is to provide financial assistance to help clean energy entrepreneurs successfully advance their emerging best-of-class innovative technology to the Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) stage. The purpose of this solicitation is to provide financial assistance to help clean energy entrepreneurs successfully advance their emerging best-of-class innovative technology to the Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) stage. LRIP is the first step in making the transition from highly customized hand-built prototypes, which are used for performance testing and vetting the production process, to the final mass-produced end product produced in the Full-Rate Production phase. This solicitation is targeting companies with emerging best-of-class innovative technologies that...
The purpose of the Wagner-Peyser 10 percent Governor’s Discretionary funds of $2,500,000 for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Program is to provide employment and training services to individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing. These funds will also ensure that services provided to deaf and hard of hearing individuals are at least equal to services received by non-deaf and non-hard of hearing individuals. This Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program provides deaf and hard of hearing individuals with enhanced services and training in select America’s Job Center of California (AJCC) locations throughout California. The program will ensure effective communication and increased service opportunities for deaf and hard of hearing individuals by providing specialized counseling, interpretive...
To establish Family Resource Centers or expand existing Family Resources Centers with a grant period beginning October 1, 2022 and ending September 30, 2025. The California Department of Social Services’ Office of Child Abuse Prevention is pleased to announce the release of the Strong Communities Program – Expansion of Family Resource Centers Request for Applications (RFA). Approximately $5,000,000 of total federal funding will be available, to fund up to five grantees (at a level of approximately $333,000 per year, per grantee) for the expansion of Family Resource Centers with a grant period beginning October 1, 2022 and ending September 30, 2025. Strong Communities Program grantees will be expected to establish Family Resource Centers or expand existing Family Resources Centers through...
Planting Prosperity Program
closedGrantees must provide an innovative primary or secondary child abuse prevention program in California directly or through competitively-awarded micro-grants or subcontracts with community-based/neighborhood-level organizations that will operate new innovative prevention programs or which currently operate innovative primary prevention programs. The California Department of Social Services’ Office of Child Abuse Prevention is pleased to announce the release of the Planting Prosperity Program Request for Applications (RFA). A total of approximately $3,000,000 of federal funding will be available to fund up to ten grantees (at a level of approximately $100,000 per year, per grantee) to implement innovative primary or secondary prevention programs with a grant period beginning October 1...
CDFA is seeking project proposals from eligible entities to distribute nutrition incentives to CalFresh shoppers using their benefits to purchase fresh, California grown fruits and vegetables at direct marketing outlets (Certified Farmers’ Markets, Community Supported Agriculture programs, and farm stands) and small businesses in California. CDFA is seeking project proposals from non-profits, certified farmers' markets and other direct-marketing farmers (CSAs and farm stands), and small retail businesses to distribute nutrition incentives to CalFresh (SNAP) shoppers. CalFresh shoppers should be able to receive the incentive at the time of purchase. Typically shoppers for every CalFresh dollar they spend, shoppers receive an additional dollar (nutrition incentive) that can be spent on...
The purpose of the Farmworker Housing Component RFP is to identify up to two regional Farmworker Housing Administrators to deliver energy efficiency and solar Photovoltaics (PV) services to single-family farmworker households across two regions, each consisting of nine counties. One Farmworker Housing Administrator contract will be awarded per region. The Low-Income Weatherization Program (LIWP) is an energy efficiency and renewable energy generation program administered by CSD. LIWP includes the Single-Family Energy Efficiency and Solar PV Farmworker Housing Program Component that installs a variety of measures including energy efficiency upgrades, solar PV, health and safety improvements, and limited home repairs at no cost to eligible low-income farmworker households. This program...
The EEM Program is an annual program established by legislation in 1989 and amended on September 26, 2013. It offers grants to local, state, and federal governmental agencies, and to nonprofit organizations for projects to mitigate the environmental impacts caused by new or modified public transportation facilities. There are three types of EEM project: Urban Forestry, Resource Lands, and Mitigation Projects Beyond the Scope of the Lead Agency. Introduction EEM projects must contribute to mitigation of the environmental effects of transportation facilities. The California Natural Resources Agency (Agency) prescribes procedures and criteria to evaluate grant project proposals and submits a list of projects recommended for funding to the California Transportation Commission (CTC). The CTC...
Develop and deliver 24 semi-monthly, 30-minute hosted radio shows recorded in video format for the Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker (MSFW) population in Spanish. Grantee must use online and social media outlets to publicize the radio show and communicate information to enhance existing outreach channels and support the outreach efforts by government, community-based organizations, and partners serving MSFWs in rural and hard to reach communities. This SFP makes available up to $100,000 in funding for the development and implementation of radio talk shows aimed at reaching domestic and foreign MSFW and their families, to inform them about workforce programs and other community services that are available to them. By way of a one year contract, the EDD will require the Subrecipient to create...
The goal of this initiative is to create partnerships with organizations currently serving the Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers (MSFW) community to reduce barriers and expand access points to the Employment Service and Employment-Related Law Complaint System. The proposal must demonstrate innovative outreach, awareness, and collaboration strategies that enhance the work of CBOs helping MSFWs in rural and hard to reach communities. The grant competition solicits proposals that employ best practices to partner with organizations that serve MSFWs to establish a Complaint System Awareness and Referral Program. The purpose of the program is to increase access points to identify, record, and refer MSFW complaints through the ES Complaint System to the local America’s Job Center of California...
Co-Digestion Grant Program
closedThis program will accelerate the development and expansion of food waste co-digestion projects at wastewater treatment plants and create jobs. Funding can be used to design and build food waste co-digestion systems that will divert significant amounts of food waste from the landfill and convert it to renewable energy. CalRecycle is announcing the application release for the Co-Digestion Grant Program! Applications are due on May 19, 2022. This solicitation is for publicly owned wastewater treatment plants in California. For more information, go to Notice of Funds Available: Co-Digestion Grant Program (FY 2021–22 and 2022–23) (https://calrecycle.ca.gov/fy202123/). Cycle One Request for Approval and Scoring Criteria (https://www2.calrecycle.ca.gov/PublicNotices/Details/4609) Eligibility ...
Local Housing Trust Funds
closedThe principal goal of this program is to provide grants to Local Housing Trust Funds established by cities and counties, Native American Tribes, and incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to increase the supply of housing to households with incomes of 80 percent or less of area median income. Program Funds awarded under this NOFA shall be used to provide construction loans and/or permanent financing loans at simple interest rates of no higher than three percent per annum, for payment of predevelopment costs, acquisition, construction, or rehabilitation as well as to construct, convert, reconstruct, rehabilitate, and/or repair Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) or Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs). Eligible activities Pursuant to Guidelines, Section 105, the LHTF funds shall be...
This funding provides loans to rehabilitate, capitalize operating subsidy reserves for, and extend the long-term affordability of department-funded housing projects that have an affordability restriction that has expired, that have an affordability restriction with a remaining term of less than five years, or are otherwise at risk for conversion to market rate. The goal is to preserve existing affordable housing. The PRP NOFA is restricted to HCD-funded multifamily rental housing projects whose regulatory agreement(s) expire no later than 12/31/26. There is a $50 million small project set aside (for projects of no more than 20 units) and a $100 million setaside for residential hotels. All eligible multifamily rental housing projects must have at least five units. The NOFA provides funds...
The California State Library is accepting applications for a partner agency to work in collaboration with the State Library to provide a two-year online tutoring service program for all elementary and secondary school pupils through public libraries. The purpose of the project is to provide academic support for California students through their local public libraries, at no cost to the students or their families. To apply, please complete the online application at https://webportalapp.com/sp/statepartner. The tutoring service should be available at public libraries by the start of the 2022/23 school year. The partner must be a cooperative library system or a non-profit library-related statewide organization and must agree to be the applicant of record for the grant, disburse the funds...
Parks Pass
closedResearch shows that spending time in the outdoors is associated with better mental and physical health. California has a wealth of state parks, and many public libraries are likely within driving distance of one. By reducing barriers to park access and partnering with entities such as public libraries, the state can help more Californians explore the outdoors and gain the benefits of our parks. The California State Library Parks Pass program distributed 5,000 free vehicle-day use hangtags to all library jurisdictions in the state. This removed the economic barrier of day-use fees. As trusted community partners, grantees will generate positive measurable impacts in the areas of health, natural resource stewardship, and historical and cultural connections with an equity lens. Parks Pass...
The California Air Resources Board (CARB or the Board) is soliciting a Grantee to implement and administer the Electric Bicycle Incentives Project (EBIP) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-22 with an option to renew for a new Grant Agreement for each of the following two years for FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24. On November 19, 2021, the Board approved the $10 million allocation to EBIP for FY 2021-22. EBIP is intended to encourage adoption for low-income individuals of electric bicycles as a replacement for motor vehicle trips. Consistent with the goals of SB 375, EBIP would increase access to clean transportation options while offsetting vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by way of incentivizing electric bicycles (e-bikes). A portion of project funds would support the development and administration of a...
The K-16 Program is part of a statewide strategy for strengthening education-to-workforce pathways and ensuring that education, vocational, and workforce programs work in partnership to address the income, racial, and gender inequalities in education and employment. The program is designed to support regional K-16 education collaboratives that create streamlined pathways from high school to postsecondary education and into the workforce. The 2021 Budget Act provides $250,000,000 for the Department of General Services (DGS) to establish and administer a competitive grant program to support regional K-16 education collaboratives that create streamlined pathways from high school to postsecondary education and into the workforce. The K-16 Program will use a two-phased approach. Phase 1 is...
The purpose of the EM Program is to ensure forensic examinations are conducted in a standard and consistent manner throughout California. This is accomplished through the development of standardized forms, protocols, and training for forensic medical examiners, law enforcement, prosecutors, and court personnel.
The STEM Teacher Recruitment Grant Program provides a funding opportunity for non-profit organizations to develop or expand a program that recruits individuals into a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) teaching pathway. The program prioritizes recruitment programs that recruit teachers into public school districts in underserved areas. Who is Eligible to Apply? Eligible applicants for the STEM Teacher Recruitment Grant Program are non-profit organizations that will develop or expand a program that recruits individuals into a STEM teaching pathway. Applicants that develop or expand STEM teaching pathways for public school districts in underserved areas with high populations of students that are disadvantaged, or high need shall be prioritized. Applicants must be able...
The Purpose of the KA Program is to increase access to appropriate services for sexual assault victims in local detention facilities including adult detention facilities, juvenile detention facilities, and immigration detention facilities. Subrecipients may work with one or more detention facilities in their service area. The purpose of the KA Program is to increase access to appropriate services for victims of sexual assault in detention facilities. For the purposes of this RFP, local detention facilities include adult detention facilities, juvenile detention facilities, and immigration detention facilities. Subrecipients may work with one or more detention facilities in their service area. The KA Program requires each Subrecipient to fund a Sexual Assault Counselor, per Evidence Code...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The CEC’s Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $60 million in grant funds for projects that will increase in-state manufacturing of zero-emission vehicles (ZEV), ZEV components and batteries, and ZEV charging or refueling equipment. To be an “Eligible Project” under this solicitation, projects must be located in California and fit into one or more of the product categories listed below: Category 1 are projects which manufacture, produce, and/or assemble: · Complete light-, medium-, or heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). The ZEV can be an on-road or off-road plug-in battery-electric vehicle (BEV) or fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV). Category 2 are projects which manufacture, produce, and/or assemble: ...
AB 434 Super NOFA
closedThe Department of Housing and Community Development (Department or HCD) is pleased to announce the initial release of this Multifamily Housing Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for approximately $650 million in funds. The Super NOFA is issued to distribute funds through a combination of HCD-administered multifamily rental housing programs. The Super NOFA and the guidelines for those programs implement the requirements of California Assembly Bill No. 434 (AB 434) (Chapter 192, Statutes of 2020). AB 434 amends, repeals and adds sections to the Health and Safety Code and to the Military and Veterans Code in relation to the Designated Programs. Programs providing funding pursuant to this Super NOFA include the following: • Multifamily Housing Program (MHP) which provides loans to assist...
Program Summary: The overall goal of the program is to support intercity travel needs of residents in non-urbanized areas by providing transit connection from rural areas to larger urban areas. Each state is required spend 15 percent of its annual Section 5311 apportionment to support the program (FTA 9040.1G, Ch.8) on FTA 5311(f). To be eligible for the program, participants must meet three national objectives and state emphasis. The service must: · FTA Objective 1: Support rural transit connection with regional and national intercity bus service systems Network § State Objective: Must provide a meaningful connection to the Network at the intercity bus station terminal. · FTA Objective 2: Support intercity travel needs of residents in rural areas § State...
To expand emergency shelter/emergency housing assistance and provide supportive services for victims of crime with specialized needs (e.g., elderly, youth, men, disabled, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+), non-English speaking, culturally or religiously marginalized, etc.) who cannot be served through a traditional shelter. In addition, victims must be allowed to choose which supportive services best fit their needs. The VSB has several programs that address shelter needs and supportive services for victims of crime. However, traditional shelters and services aren’t always the best choice for victims with specialized needs (e.g., elderly, youth, men, disabled, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+), non-English speaking, culturally or religiously...
The focus of this grant program is on land conservation through fee title or easement acquisition projects to protect lands threatened by conversion or lands providing critical resilience to climate change. The Sierra Nevada Conservancy recognizes land conservation as an important tool for achieving holistic watershed health. The Strategic Lands Conserved goal in the SNC’s Strategic Plan focuses on protection of high-risk and/or high-priority lands. These lands provide a range of benefits including working landscapes; recreation opportunities; and protection of unique cultural and natural areas, as well as key wildlife habitat. Additionally, climate change is likely to have impacts yet unseen on the Region and strategically conserving land will become increasingly important as the Region...
This program aims to support innovative, collaborative efforts to enhance, promote, and develop sustainable recreation and tourism opportunities and increase access to public lands in the Sierra Nevada Region. The Sierra Nevada Conservancy recognizes the fundamental connection between vibrant recreation and tourism across the Region, the health and resilience of Sierra Nevada communities, the opportunity to increase access for people to nature and the outdoors, and the ecological health of California’s watersheds and forests. Working with partners to strategically implement activities supporting recreation and tourism will protect these benefits and the resources that are unique to the Sierra Nevada Region. Projects funded through this program should accomplish one or more of the...
The purpose of the Equity and Special Populations (ESP) Technical Assistance (TA) and Evaluation Program Year (PY) 2021-22 initiative is to increase equity and employment opportunities for underserved populations by providing TA and evaluation services to the ESP PY 21-22 program awardees that will drive innovation and systems change. The TA and evaluation provider will assist with the design, development, and implementation of projects that accelerate employment and re-employment strategies for the English language learners, homeless and housing insecure, immigrants, justice-involved individuals, people with disabilities, veterans, young adults, and other target populations in geographic locations disproportionately impacted by the novel coronavirus-2019. These funds will create virtual...
To provide cost share funding to applicants that apply for and receive one of the following: An award under an eligible federal Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) and meet the requirements of this solicitation, or Follow-on funding from the U.S. DOE to continue research from PON-14-308, GFO-18-902, or this GFO and the proposed project meets the requirements of this solicitation. The purpose of this solicitation is to provide cost share funding to applicants that apply for and receive one of the following: An award under an eligible federal Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) and meet the requirements of this solicitation, or Follow-on funding from the U.S. Department of Energy to continue research from a previously awarded federal grant that also received Energy Commission...
The Local Conservation Corps (LCC) Grant Program provides grants to certified community conservation corps to serve youth 18-25 years of age with a 3 component program including job skills in recycling, education and career education. LCCs provide beverage container litter reduction programs, and waste tire, E-waste and used oil recycling-related services. Eligible LCCs are required to submit a comprehensive budget for each respective funding source and a narrative that includes goals, objectives, supporting activities and outcomes specific to each material fund source. CalRecycle staff will conduct a thorough review of all applications to confirm application completeness and an LCC’s grant award eligibility, which includes but is not limited to, being in good standing with CalRecycle...
The CaliforniansForAll College Fellowship is a Governor’s initiative administered by California Volunteersin partnership with California colleges and universities with a strong commitment to civic and communityengagement. The purpose of this initiative is to build the next generation of civic leaders by engagingcollege students from all backgrounds in meaningful community service, while providing them with a pathtoward reducing college debt. Within the Office of the Governor, California Volunteers (CV) serves as the State Service Commissionresponsible for promoting service and volunteerism. California Volunteers’ mission is to empower andmobilize Californians to actively help tackle state and local challenges through volunteer and serviceaction. Since 1993, the office has successfully...
The CaliforniansForAll Youth Workforce Program is a Governor’s initiative administered by CaliforniaVolunteers in partnership with cities across California. The purpose of this initiative is to increase youthemployment, develop youth interest in and experience towards a career, and to strengthen city capacityto address key areas of climate, food insecurity, and local COVID-19 recovery. The CaliforniansForAll Youth Workforce Development Program is a Governor’s initiativeadministered by CaliforniaVolunteers in partnership with California counties and cities withpopulations of less than 300,000. This program will bring together youth across the state to helpaddress urgent challenges in their communities, while simultaneously learning key skills andearning money to help create career...
Investment in Mental Health Wellness Grant Program for Children and Youth (4th Funding Round)
closedIt is intended to improve access to mental health crisis services in California for children and youth, ages 21 and under by funding a statewide expansion of mobile crisis support teams (MCSTs), crisis stabilization and Children’s Crisis Residential Program beds, and family respite care via grants available to counties. Chapter 30, Statutes of 2016 (SB 833), Section 20, established the Investment in Mental Health Wellness Grant Program for Children and Youth and is intended to improve access to mental health crisis services in California for children and youth, ages 21 and under. SB 833 provides a mechanism for funding a statewide expansion of Mobile Crisis Support Teams (MCSTs), Crisis Stabilization Units and Children’s Crisis Residential Treatment beds, and Family Respite Care services...
Enhancing public boating safety. This program provides grants to local government agencies for the purchase of boating safety and law enforcement water patrol equipment (patrol boats, personal watercraft, engines, search and rescue equipment, dive gear, etc.)
Improve public and navigational safety and reduce environmental damage. This program provides funding for abatement, removal, storage and disposal of abandoned or surrendered vessels and navigational hazards.
The purpose of the PU Program is to support specialized units within probation departments in California to provide focused supervision, through a reduced caseload, to probationers of crime involving domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and/or stalking.
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP) awards competitive grants to California dairy and livestock operations for technologies and specific management practices that result in long-term methane emission reductions and maximize environmental benefits. The Budget Act of 2021 (SB 170, Chapter 240) appropriated $32 million from the California State Budget to CDFA for methane emissions reductions from dairy and livestock operations. CDFA will make approximately $12.2 million (40% of $30.4 million) available for the AMMP, which includes an allocation for technical assistance grants under AB 2377. The Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP) will have approximately $18.2 million available to support digesters that...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Dairy Digester Research and Development Program (DDRDP), awards competitive grants to California dairy operations and digester developers for the implementation of dairy digesters that result in long-term methane emission reductions on California dairies and minimize or mitigate adverse environmental impacts. The Budget Act of 2021 (SB 170, Chapter 240) appropriated $32 million from the California State Budget to CDFA for methane emissions reductions from dairy and livestock operations. CDFA will make approximately $18.2 million (60% of $30.4 million) available for the DDRDP. The Alternative Manure Management Program(AMMP) will receive approximately $12.2 million (40% of $30.4 million) to support non-digester practices that reduce...
The Commission is seeking an experienced State-Level Advocacy Contractor to work with Local Immigrant and Refugee contractors. This contract opportunity supports the goals of the MHSA and proposes to support the goal of system transformation through the engagement and participation of immigrants and refugees that is client and family driven, culturally competent, and collaborative in design. California’s immigrant and refugee populations face significant mental health challenges as a result of trauma experienced while escaping dangerous conditions in their homeland, traveling to the United States, and then attempting to settle into new communities. These challenges have been referred to as the “triple trauma paradigm.” Negative mental health outcomes are associated with the traumatic...
The TCC Program furthers the purposes of AB 32 (Nunez, 2006) and AB 2722 (Burke, 2016) by funding projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) through the development and implementation of neighborhood-level transformative climate community plans that include multiple coordinated GHG emissions reduction projects that provide local economic, environmental, and health benefits to disadvantaged communities. The Transformative Climate Communities Program (TCC), established by AB 2722 (Burke, 2016), invests in community-led climate resilience projects in the state’s most disadvantaged communities. The program objectives are to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve public health and the environment, and support economic opportunity and shared prosperity. TCC’s unique, place-based...
The TCC Program furthers the purposes of AB 32 (Nunez, 2006) and AB 2722 (Burke, 2016) by funding projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) through the development and implementation of neighborhood-level transformative climate community plans that include multiple coordinated GHG emissions reduction projects that provide local economic, environmental, and health benefits to disadvantaged communities. The Transformative Climate Communities Program (TCC), established by AB 2722 (Burke, 2016), invests in community-led climate resilience projects in the state’s most disadvantaged communities. The program objectives are to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve public health and the environment, and support economic opportunity and shared prosperity. TCC’s unique, place-based...
As a result of California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s vision and investment, the CA SSC Grant Program will provide competitive grants to supplement AmeriCorps programs delivering the defined attributes and services of student success coaches in high-need schools throughout the state. The California Student Success Coach Grant Program is an initiative administered by California Volunteers (CV) in partnership with AmeriCorps programs that offer leadership and maintain a strong track record in evidence-based practices in the delivery of student success coaching. As the State Service Commission for California, CV is responsible for engaging Californians in service, volunteering, and civic action to tackle our State’s most pressing challenges and lift-up all communities. By supporting more than...
California Volunteers (CV), the State Service Commission for California, is now accepting applications for 2022-2023 AmeriCorps State funding. Successful applicants receive federal funds and an allotment of full-time or part-time AmeriCorps member positions to help address community problems through service and volunteer action. California Volunteers (CV), the State Service Commission for California, is now accepting applications for 2022-2023 AmeriCorps State funding. Successful applicants receive federal funds and an allotment of full-time or part-time AmeriCorps member positions to help address community problems through service and volunteer action. AmeriCorps members dedicate a year of their life to intensive community service in exchange for a modest living stipend and Segal...
The 2022 Climate Action Corps Fellowship Program Funding Opportunity provides state and federal funds for an intermediary organization to collaborate with California Volunteers to design, launch, and manage the California Climate Action Corps. The selected intermediary organization will develop and deliver the next phase of the California Climate Action Corps: an annual deployment of approximately 195-250 AmeriCorps members. In September 2020, California Volunteers launched the California Climate Action Corps, the country’s first statewide corps of its kind with the mission of empowering Californians to take meaningful action to protect their homes, health and communities against the harshest impacts of climate change. As a foundational element of this new initiative, through 2021...
Provides funding for prevention plans and implementation activities that help protect California’s reservoirs from a quagga and zebra (dreissenid) mussel infestation. DBW's Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program (QZ Grant Program) provides funding for two tiers/two types of projects: 1) Planning and Assessment projects; and 2) Implementation projects. Examples of projects include: developing Prevention Plans, purchasing pressure washers/decontamination units, inspection programs including staffing, materials and supplies. DBW coordinates and collaborates with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife on many aspects of this program.
Research in connection to the study of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias with a focus on understanding and addressing the greater prevalence of dementia in women and communities of color and also focus on populations historically underrepresented in research including the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ+) community. Applicants are invited to submit research applications, focusing on understanding and addressing the greater prevalence of dementia in women and communities of color and also focusing on populations historically underrepresented in research including the LGBTQ+ community for studies in the following topic areas:A. Caregiving: The economic and social impacts of caregiving. Examples:1. Improving the delivery of social support and health...
Cal ICH will fund innovative applications that accelerate efforts by local jurisdictions and continuums of care to address and end family homelessness by making families’ experiences of homelessness rare, brief, and one-time. Applicants shall present an innovative proposal that includes a self-identified prioritized objective that complements, augments, or strengthens a community’s efforts to address and end family homelessness. BackgroundThe California Interagency Council on Homelessness (Cal ICH) was created in 2017 to oversee the implementation of Housing First policies, guidelines, and regulations to reduce the prevalence and duration of homelessness in California. The Council's mission is to develop policies and to identify and coordinate resources, benefits, and services to...
Funds will be used to restore the ecological functions of forests and watersheds, remove flammable fuel loads, maintain fuel breaks around vulnerable communities, promote fire prevention through training, equipment and vehicles, and improve defensible space to mitigate risk against wildfires. These monies will be used to fully fund projects with existing grant agreements previously awarded through the Grant Program.
Funding from the California Housing Accelerator will make approximately $1.6 billion available to shovel-ready projects that, despite having received one or more awards from other HCD programs, are unable to move forward due to funding gaps that resulted from their inability to access low-income housing tax credits or tax-exempt bond allocations. The intent of this program is to reduce the backlog of projects "stuck" in the funding pipeline to accelerate the development of housing for those most in need. These funds will be used to fill funding gaps in shovel-ready projects that have received funding under other HCD programs and have been unable to access low-income housing tax credits. Project sponsors who have been awarded HCD funding for an affordable housing project but were unable...
The intent of the program is to allow homeless shelters reduce barriers for those individuals with pets experiencing homelessness. By making accommodations for pets, we bring individuals into shelters who would otherwise remain on the streets. The program is designed to fund shelters to provide shelters, food, supplies, veterinary services to pets owned by people experiencing homelessness going into shelters. The grant will also cover the staffing and liability insurance related to providing these services. The maximum grant amount is $600,000.
Wildfire Early Action Plan
closedThis wildfire package enables the state to take urgent action on projects that support wildfire suppression, improve forest health and build resilience in communities to help protect residents and property from catastrophic wildfires in diverse landscapes across the state. Funding through the Wildfire Early Action Plan allocated $12 million to the San Diego River Conservancy to support projects that restore the ecological health of forests and watersheds, fuel breaks around vulnerable communities, statewide fire prevention grants targeting projects to advance community hardening, and improvements to defensible space to mitigate wildfire damage.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is pleased to announce funding opportunities under the 2022 Fisheries Restoration Grant Program (FRGP) Proposal Solicitation Notice (Solicitation) for projects that lead to process-based restoration, enhancement, or protection of anadromous salmonid habitat. Proposal applications will be accepted for the types of projects listed below, subject to the funding program criteria. Priority 1 Projects are those that restore, enhance, or protect salmonid habitat in anadromous watersheds through implementation or design projects that lead to implementation. Approximately 65% of the PCSRF grant award will fund Priority 1 Projects. Priority 2 projects are those that support implementation projects through watershed-scale planning and...
The Program is designed to pay for the cost of cleanup of illegally dumped waste tires. Funds are available for the collection, removal, transportation, recycling & disposal of California waste tires from tire piles & areas where illegal dumping has occurred. Funds are limited to the removal of waste tires along public rights-of-way & private property with less than 500 tires on site or 500 to 4,999 tires with affidavit from the property owner. The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery offers the Waste Tire Cleanup (TCU) grant program which provide funding for the cost of cleanup, abatement, or other remedial actions related to the disposal of waste tires collected at cleanup projects. Eligible applicants include: Local governments (cities, counties, or cities and...
The contracts awarded pursuant to this RFP are to support the advocacy, training and education, and outreach and engagement needs of immigrants and refugees to increase the number of available mental health programs, create awareness of and access to culturally appropriate services and supports, and provide opportunities to increase advocacy at the state and local level. The goal and objectives of the contracts are to bring awareness to local level leaders, service providers, and immigrant and refugee populations served of the challenges and issues facing the immigrant and refugee populations through advocacy, training and education, and outreach and engagement at the local levels, with the expectation that service providers are made aware of opportunities to increase services and improve...
CalMoneySmart 2022-23 Grant
closedCalMoneySmart is a grant program created by Senate Bill 455 (Ch. 478, Stats. 2019), which established the Financial Empowerment Fund. Through this program, the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) offers grants of up to $200,000 each to develop and deliver free financial education and empowerment programs to help unbanked and underbanked communities. Grant Uses Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 455 (Bradford, Financial Empowerment Fund) on Oct. 2, 2019. This bill requires the DFPI to administer a program (CalMoneySmart) to offer qualifying nonprofit organizations grants of up to $200,000. The grants may be used to: Design, develop, or offer free classroom- or web-based financial education and empowerment content intended to help unbanked and underbanked...
Funds for the acquisition of threatened and endangered species habitat in support of approved Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs). The Endangered Species Habitat Conservation Plan Land Acquisition (HCPLA) Grant Program provides funding to States and Territories for the acquisition of threatened and endangered species habitat in support of approved HCPs. Grants do not fund any mitigation required of an HCP permittee, but are instead intended to support land purchases that complement actions associated with HCP.
The Stronger Together: Early Learning opportunity provides grants to help local libraries strengthen their roles as early learning community hubs and improve or expand early learning programs and services in their communities. The purpose of these grants is to support the critical role that libraries play in providing much needed wraparound services and resources, ensuring equitable access to opportunity for young children and their families. We are seeking projects that are guided by the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of project planning, implementation, and evaluation. Funded projects can include the purchase of supplies, technology, materials, and services that connect children, families, and caregivers with the resources they need to thrive...
The County Medical Services Program (CMSP) Loan Repayment Program assists with the repayment of qualified educational loans for primary care healthcare professionals who provide healthcare services at an approved site located in the 35 CMSP counties. The County Medical Services Program Loan Repayment Program (CMSP LRP) awards successful applicants $50,000 for a two-year, full-time commitment and $25,000 for a two-year, half-time commitment. Applicants must work in a CMSP qualified site located in one of the 35 CMSP counties.
California Civil Liberties
closedThe California Civil Liberties Program funds projects that educate the public about civil liberties injustices carried out against communities and individuals in the past as well as today. Projects may provide information about civil liberties injustices perpetrated based on an individual's race, national origin, immigration status, religion, gender, or sexual orientation, and the forced internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. The California Civil Liberties program is a competitive grant program supports the creation and dissemination of educational and public awareness resources concerning the history and the lessons of civil rights violations or civil liberties injustices carried out against communities or populations. These include, but are not limited to, civil rights...
The Grants and Cooperative Agreements (GCA) Program provides for well managed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation by providing financial assistance to eligible agencies and organizations that develop, maintain, operate, expand, support, or contribute to well managed, high-quality, OHV Recreation areas, roads, and trails, and to responsibly maintain the wildlife, soils, and habitat in a manner that will sustain long-term OHV Recreation. The GCA Program supports the planning, acquisition, development, maintenance, administration, operation, enforcement, restoration, and conservation of trails, trailheads, areas, and other facilities associated with the use of Off-Highway Motor Vehicles, and programs involving Off-Highway Motor Vehicle safety or education.
To increase regional capacity to repurpose agricultural land to reduce reliance on groundwater while providing community health, economic wellbeing, water supply, habitat, renewable energy, and climate benefits. This program funds groundwater sustainability projects that reduce groundwater use, repurpose irrigated agricultural land, and provide wildlife habitat. Grants up to $10 million each will be awarded as block grants to regional or basin-scale organizations to develop and implement land repurposing programs. Block grant recipients will then award subgrants and contract to achieve the program deliverables. The Department reserves the right to increase grant awards above $10 million as funding allows. $2 million will be awarded to one entity to provide statewide technical assistance...
Research proposals are being accepted by California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Vertebrate Pest Control Program (VPCP) within Integrated Pest Control Branch. Proposals may focus on research and/or education, to enhance control measures of vertebrate pests that pose a significant threat to the welfare of state’s agricultural economy, infrastructure, environment, and the public The Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program is authorized to approve a total of $200,000 worth of research in to vertebrate pest control methods per year. Proposals will be reviewed by scientific and administrative staff who will conduct an initial review of all submitted proposals for completeness. Proposals will be considered for funding twice annually during the Vertebrate Pest Control Research...
The purpose of the program is to improve the health and welfare of California’s critically ill children, by providing a stable and ready source of funds for capital improvement projects for children's hospitals. On November 6, 2018, California voters passed Proposition 4, the Children's Hospital Bond Act of 2018. The purpose of the program is to improve the health and welfare of California’s critically ill children, by providing a stable and ready source of funds for capital improvement projects for eligible hospitals. The California Health Facilities Financing Authority (CHFFA) is responsible for administering the program. Language in Proposition 4 identifies 13 children’s hospitals in California (referred to as “Children’s Hospitals”) as eligible for $1.35 billion in funding. The 13...
The Federal PCSGP is a discretionary grant program administered by the California Department of Education, Charter Schools Division. Applications are reviewed by peer evaluators and awarded to school developers to assist in the development and initial operations of newly established/conversion charter schools, as well as assist in the expansion/replication of high-quality charter schools. The PCSGP Start-Up Sub-Grant provides funding for the planning and initial implementation of newly established or conversion charter schools, as well as the replication and expansion of high-quality charter schools. Start-Up sub-grants for planning, implementation, and replication are eligible for up to $600,000. Expansion sub-grants are eligible for up to $300,000 to charter schools that are adding new...
Rural Fire Capacity
closedThe Rural Fire Capacity Grant Program provides funding to organize, train, and equip fire departments in rural areas and rural communities to prevent and suppress fires. Cost-share funds will be awarded to local governments to provide assistance to rural areas in upgrading their capability to organize, train, and equip local forces for fire protection. Awards will be limited to a minimum of $500 and a projected maximum of $20,000. Further assistance may be provided through loans from other sources of Federal funds for purchase of major items of equipment and facilities. Proposed projects should be compatible with existing protection of state, county, and local areas. Communities or agencies imposing strict boundary limits, i.e., excluding rural residents will not be considered in this...
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control provides funding up to $75,000 for local Police Departments and Sheriff’s Departments to reduce alcohol-related harm in California. *See Grant Purpose
The Federal PCSGP is a discretionary grant program administered by the Charter Schools Division, California Department of Education (CDE). CDE will award sub-grants to recruit and facilitate multiple cohorts of charter school participants in Critical Friends Group professional learning communities and provide best practices workshops for charter and non-charter schools, in order to improve academic achievement for all students in California. The PCSGP Regional Technical Assistance and Coaching (RTAC) Sub-Grant provides up to three sub-grants, not to exceed $431,333 per sub-grantee, to provide technical assistance and coaching throughout a region of California (North, Central, South). RTAC sub-grantees will recruit and facilitate multiple cohorts of charter school participants in Critical...
Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program Round 3 and Community Care Expansion Program
closedThe California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and Department of Social Services (CDSS) are pleased to announce the release of a joint Request for Applications (RFA) for the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP) Launch Ready and Community Care Expansion (CCE) Program Capital Expansion Grant Funding. California Health and Human Services Agency (CalHHS) infrastructure funding, alongside significant new state and federal investments in homelessness, healthcare delivery reform, and the social safety net, is addressing historic gaps in the behavioral health and long-term care continuum to meet growing demand for services and supports across the life span. The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and California Department of Social Services (CDSS)...
The purpose of the Wildfire Resilience Block Grant is to meet goals 1.09 – 1.15 of the Wildfire and Forest Resilience Task Force Action Plan by providing grant funding to regional applicants who serve as aggregators who provide technical and financial assistance to groups of nonindustrial forestland owners ranging in size from 3 to 5000 acres in a specific region. Under this grant, the grantee will serve as a sub granting entity to deliver a program offering technical and financial assistance to nonindustrial forestland owners. Eligible Practices: Forest Management Planning, Technical Assistance, RPF Supervision, Site Preparation, Tree Planting, Tree Protection, Timber Stand Improvement, Pruning, Follow Up Slash Treatment Ineligible Practices: Minor Road Upgrading, New Road or...
Proposition 47 grant funds must be used for mental health services, substance use disorder treatment, diversion programs, or some combination thereof for people in the criminal justice system. In addition to these required services and programs, applicants are encouraged to provide supplemental housing-related services and other community-based supportive services, such as job skills training, case management, and civil legal services. Proposition 47 was a voter-approved initiative on the November 4, 2014 general election ballot. As stated in the ballot measure: The people enact the Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act to ensure that prison spending is focused on violent and serious offenses, to maximize alternatives for nonserious, nonviolent crime, and to invest the savings generated...
Ethnic Media Grants
closedThe California State Library is pleased to announce the availability of $5 million in grant funding for ethnic media outlets and organizations to support the public awareness efforts of the Stop the Hate Program administered by the California Department of Social Services, which provides support and services to victims and survivors of hate incidents and hate crimes and facilitates hate incident or hate crime prevention measures. The California State Library is making available $5 million in grant funding for ethnic media outlets and organizations, especially those that serve communities that are historically vulnerable to hate incidents and hate crimes because of their ethnic, racial, religious, gender/gender expression, sexual orientation, or other identities. Grantees shall support...
Businesses that are impacted by the PFL program will have increased costs such as: training and upskilling existing staff to cover the duties of the employee on PFL, hiring and training additional staff to cover the duties of the employee on PFL, and the marketing, recruitment, and training costs to cover these activities. The California Employment Training Panel (ETP) and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $1,000,000 in California State General Fund dollars, for Multiple Employer organizations to outreach to California’s small businesses impacted by the Paid Family Leave Program, in order to help offset the costs incurred when training employees to cover the duties of the individual utilizing Paid Family Leave (PFL). The...
The purpose of VQ Program is to educate first responders on how to properly conduct a forensically-sound, trauma-informed victim interview during an initial child sexual abuse investigation to ensure successful prosecution. This will be accomplished through the creation of three training videos. Background InformationThe initial minimal facts-finding field interview of the child sexual abuse victim is essential for law enforcement (LE) and Child Protective Services (CPS) for safety planning, potential prosecution, and for service referrals. It puts the abuse/sexual act in context, can provide timeframes necessary for medical evaluation and evidence collection, and identifies other parties/witnesses. Effective forensically-sound interviews are imperative to the overall success of the...
Adult Reentry Grant Program
closedThe Adult Reentry Grant (ARG) Program provides funding for community-based organizations to deliver reentry services for people formerly incarcerated in state prison. The Adult Reentry Grant (ARG) Program provides funding for community-based organizations to deliver reentry services for people formerly incarcerated in state prison. The Budget Act of 2021 (Assembly Bill 128, Chapter 21, Statutes of 2021) appropriated $67,000,000 to award competitive grants for community-based organizations (CBOs) to support individuals formerly incarcerated in state prison. The $67,000,000 is to be allocated as follows: · $31,825,000 shall be available for rental assistance. Priority shall be given to individuals released to state parole. · $31,825,000 shall be available to support the...
The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and its Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) are announcing the availability of approximately $7.3 million in funds to expand apprenticeship in California. The grant focuses on creating equitable registered apprenticeship programs for women, veterans, justice-involved, youth, people with disabilities, communities of color and unemployed individuals who were impacted by COVID-19. The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), on behalf of the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of approximately $7.3 million in funds for the State Apprenticeship Expansion, Equity, and Innovation Grant (SAEEI) Gran. The SAEEI grant is awarded to design, develop, and implement projects...
2022 Lunch at the Library
closedSummer months often mean children and teens have reduced or limited access to healthy food, learning opportunities, and safe places to gather. Lunch at the Library helps California’s children and teens stay nourished and engaged while school is out. Public libraries are natural spaces for serving free summer meals to children and teens while school is out. Of the 2.4 million public school students in California who receive a free or reduced price lunch during the school year, only one out of six receive one during the summer according to the Food Research & Action Center. Lunch at the Library helps libraries provide free summer meals and programming at library sites, and take pop-up libraries to other community-based meal sites like parks and schools. Lunch at the Library also provides...
Inspiration Grants
closedThe California State Library’s 2021-2022 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA)-funded Inspiration Grants opportunity will provide support to libraries throughout California interested in implementing a project outside of other State Library opportunities. The California State Library is pleased to offer Inspiration Grants. The Inspiration Grants opportunity provides Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funding for California public libraries that are inspired to implement projects outside of the State Library’s other funding opportunities. Inspiration Grants provide funding for projects that may not fit within the bounds of the other grants offered by the State Library and/or for ideas that are generated outside of other funding opportunity application timeframes. More...
Provide resources to local agencies for developing or improving public non-motorized boating access. The Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program provides funding to create or improve public non-motorized boating access. Typical grant-funded items include the construction of small, hand-launched boat ramps, small parking lots, and restrooms.
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY23
closedProvide resources to local agencies for developing or improving public boat launching facilities, primarily for motorized vessels. In accordance with Section 72.5 of the Harbors and Navigation Code, Boat Launching Facility (BLF) grants are provided to local government agencies for the construction or improvement of boat launching ramps, restrooms, boarding floats, shore protection, parking for vehicles and boat trailers, and ancillary items. Also included in the grant are monies to pay for engineering, construction inspection, permits from regulatory agencies, special studies, construction contingency, and other project related costs. The primary purpose of the grant is to provide and improve access to California’s waterways by the recreational boating public using trailerable watercraft.
Provide resources for replacing or installing signs at DBW funded boat launching facilities. The Statewide Sign Grant Program installs and replaces signs for previously funded Boating and Waterways projects that are either obsolete, display incorrect information, are badly worn and unattractive, are missing or damaged, are needed for safety, or are required as a condition of receiving federal funds.
Provide resources to local agencies for repairing or renovating public boating access facilities. The Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program provides grant funding to public agencies to quickly restore safe and convenient public boating access by correcting public health and safety issues caused by unexpected damage due to flood, accidents, wildfires or by extending existing boat ramps as needed due to drought conditions at DBW-funded boat launching facilities. Typical grant-funded items include repairing or replacing boat ramps, boarding floats, restroom and parking facilities for vehicles with boat trailers.
The purpose of the Infrastructure Grant Program (IGP) is to preserve, enhance, and expand access to child care and development and preschool opportunities for children up to five years of age by providing grants to renovate, repair, modernize, retrofit, or build new licensed child care centers and family child care homes (collectively referred to as “child care facilities”) The "Minor Renovations and Repairs" portion of this grant is for minor renovations, repairs, modernization, or retrofitting of existing child care facilities to increase or recover capacity due to a declared disaster, mitigate future disasters, address needs related to health and safety, licensing, or the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other existing facilities for use as child care facilities. Funds shall be used to...
Urban Greening Grant Program
closedThe Urban Greening Program, funded by the General Fund, is a grant program designed to promote a comprehensive, long-term approach to addressing climate change to improve the environment. Specifically, the program funds urban greening and urban forestry projects that reduce GHG emissions and provide multiple additional benefits. Eligible urban greening projects will reduce GHG emissions, mitigate the effects of extreme heat, and provide multiple additional benefits, including, but not limited to, a decrease in air and water pollution or a reduction in the consumption of natural resources and energy. Eligible projects will result in the conversion of an existing built environment into green space that uses natural and green infrastructure approaches to create sustainable and vibrant...
The Budget Act of 2021 (SB 129) allocated $439 million in one-time funds to the California State Library to address life safety and critical maintenance needs of public library facilities throughout California. This competitive grant program prioritizes funding for local library facilities in high poverty areas. The maximum grant amount per library facility is $10 million. Pursuant to SB 129, funding will be prioritized for the following: 1) Projects addressing library facility life safety and other critical maintenance needs. 2) Projects for library facilities serving high poverty areas of the state. Other library infrastructure projects may be considered if funding remains after priority projects have been evaluated. Multiple funding rounds are anticipated. All grant funds must...
The Health Careers Exploration Program supports and encourages underrepresented and disadvantaged individuals to pursue health careers in order to develop a more culturally and linguistically competent healthcare workforce. The Health Careers Exploration Program (HCEP) has two awards categories, i.e., Category A and Category B. Award Category A: Health Career Conferences and/or Workshop focuses on introducing participants to a wide variety of health career options by offering health “career fair” experiences and/or workshops. Eligible programs must support a minimum of 100 participants. The awards are $12,000 for Award Category A, and $20,000 for Award Category A with a focus on behavioral health and/or geriatric health careers (at least 50 percent). Award Category B: Hands-On...
The MBCRG Program provides grant funding to administer grants to microbusinesses. Open only to eligible grantmaking entities defined as a county government or consortium of nonprofits. Awarded grantmaking entities are expected to provide $2,500 grants to qualified microbusinesses. THIS IS NOT A GRANT FOR MICROBUSINESSES AT THIS TIME. ONLY COUNTY GOVERNMENTS AND QUALIFIED NONPROFITS PROPOSING TO ADMINISTER THE PROGRAM ARE ELIGIBLE ROUND 2 The California Microbusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant Program (MBCRG) was created in 2021 to assist qualified microbusinesses that have been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in California. The MBCRG Program provides approximately fifty million dollars ($50,000,000) in one-time grant funding to administer a Request for Proposal (RFP) for...
The California State Library seeks a partner to work with local archives, historical societies, libraries, museums and tribal nations to help those entities create written disaster preparedness plans to protect their collections and ensure future public access. The goal is to connect communities holding at-risk collections with the resources needed to protect those collections from destruction and make them available to all Californians. The California State Library seeks a partner organization to work with local archives, historical societies, libraries, museums and, when possible, tribal nations to help those entities create written disaster preparedness plans to protect their collections and ensure future public access. The program’s goal is to connect communities holding at-risk...
2020 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) For Federally-Recognized Tribes In California RFP
closedTo support building or sustaining security enhancement projects that fall within one of the Cal OES HSGP Investment Justifications. Statewide preparedness activities must address high-priority preparedness gaps across one or more of the 32 core capabilities, in addition to requiring a direct nexus to the Prevention, Protection, Mitigation, Response, or Recovery from acts of terrorism. Each year, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP). The intent of the Program is to support state, local, and tribal efforts to prevent acts of terrorism and other catastrophic events and to prepare the nation for the threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk...
Closing the equity gap in calculus is critical because calculus functions as a gatekeeper for students interested in pursuing STEM majors and careers. Women and students from historically underrepresented groups are disproportionately impacted by the calculus barrier. This grant opportunity endeavors to incentivize the use of effective strategies to close the calculus equity gap at California's public colleges and universities. Based upon this research and guided by Learning Lab’s approach to systemic change, this RFP, “Seeding Strategies to Close the Calculus Equity Gap”, is designed as a department-level funding opportunity to encourage the implementation of select promising curricular and pedagogical strategies to close equity gaps in calculus course sequences. Through this RFP...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Prevention Fund Program is supported by California taxpayer contributions and anticipates awarding up to $250,000 on a competitive basis to be distributed to municipal animal control agencies, and eligible society for the prevention of animal cruelty affiliates and humane society affiliates for the sole purpose of spay and neuter activities to eliminate cat and dog homelessness.
The intended outcomes from this grant opportunity are as follows:Create approximately 150 new units of affordable rental housingCreate approximately 25 new affordable single family homes for purchase Assist with the purchase or rehabilitation of approximately 250 affordable single-family residencesProvide approximately 24 months of rental assistance to 300 low-income households. The HOME Program is intended to fund a variety of projects and programs. Applicants can include Cities, Counties, Tribal Entities or Tribally Designated Housing Authorities, Community Housing Development Organizations, and other Developers. Activities funded include the acquisition and new construction or rehabilitation of multi-family projects providing housing to income-eligible tenants, the development of...
The intended outcomes from this grant opportunity are as follows:Create approximately 150 new units of affordable rental housingCreate approximately 25 new affordable single family homes for purchase Assist with the purchase or rehabilitation of approximately 250 affordable single-family residencesProvide approximately 24 months of rental assistance to 300 low-income households. The HOME Program is intended to fund a variety of projects and programs. Applicants can include Cities, Counties, Tribal Entities or Tribally Designated Housing Authorities, Community Housing Development Organizations, and other Developers. Activities funded include the acquisition and new construction or rehabilitation of multi-family projects providing housing to income-eligible tenants, the development of...
Museum Grant Program
closedThe Museum Grant Program is intended to solicit proposals for projects that assist the California Cultural and Historical Endowment in supporting and enhancing museums that are deeply rooted in, and reflective of, previously underserved communities. Priority funding will be given to museums that have been severely impacted by COVID-19 and that serve underserved communities or Title 1 Students. Introduction: Assembly Bill (AB) 716 established the California Cultural and Historical Endowment (CCHE) in 2002. Funds for the CCHE came from Proposition 40, the California Clean Water, Clean Air, Safe Neighborhood Parks, and Coastal Protection Act of 2002. $122 million in grants were distributed competitively for the acquisition, restoration, preservation, and interpretation of historical and...
To fund multi-benefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects. The Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014 (Proposition 1) provides funding to implement the three broad objectives of the California Water Action Plan: more reliable water supplies, the restoration of important species and habitat, and a more resilient, sustainably managed water resources system (e.g., water supply, water quality, flood protection, environment) that can better withstand inevitable and unforeseen pressures in the coming decades. The Watershed Restoration Grant Program funds water quality, river, and watershed protection and restoration projects of statewide importance outside of the Delta.
To fund multi-benefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects that benefit the Delta. The Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014 (Proposition 1) provides funding to implement the three broad objectives of the California Water Action Plan: more reliable water supplies, the restoration of important species and habitat, and a more resilient, sustainably managed water resources system (e.g., water supply, water quality, flood protection, environment) that can better withstand inevitable and unforeseen pressures in the coming decades. The Delta Water Quality and Ecosystem Restoration Grant Program funds projects that benefit the Delta.
The purpose of the ES Program is to improve the system of sharing information for suspected child abuse cases by establishing an electronic Suspected Child Abuse Report (SCAR) system that will be used by district attorney offices, local law enforcement, and county child welfare services departments. For many years, the Suspected Child Abuse Report (SCAR) has been shared by county agencies primarily by fax, which has become technologically outdated. This method of sharing critical information is insufficient for timely and reliable communication. In 2005, Los Angeles County identified the need for an electronic Suspected Child Abuse Report System (eSCARS) and developed a secure web-based database that is used by the Los Angeles County Department of Child and Family Services, the district...
The purpose of the Listos California CERT Support Grant (LC) Program is to provide funding to new and existing CERT programs to support projects that help prepare vulnerable and underserved populations. The purpose of the Listos California CERT Support Grant Program is to provide funding to new and existing CERT programs to support projects that help prepare vulnerable and underserved populations including: providing CERT training in languages other than English, providing CERT training to underserved and/or populations that are at high risk for disasters, providing accommodations for training participants that have access or functional needs, such as ESL interpretation, and building capacity to respond to disasters.
Support organizations that serve populations with key social vulnerability factors located in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Targeted community-based organizations throughout the state, can work independently or subgrant to provide disaster training and resources to vulnerable and diverse populations. The LG Program is to support organizations throughout California that serve populations with key social vulnerability factors located in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Targeted community-based organizations throughout the state, referred to as Target CBOs, can work independently or subgrant with local CBOs to provide disaster training and resources to vulnerable and diverse populations. This work is intended to increase their communities’ disaster...
To support federally-recognized tribes located in California that serve populations in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Tribal governments can work independently, with other tribal governments, or with local CBOs to provide disaster training and resources to vulnerable and diverse populations. This work is intended to increase their communities’ disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation capabilities. The LI Program is to support federally- recognized tribes located in California that serve populations in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Tribal governments can work independently, with other tribal governments, or with local CBOs to provide disaster training and resources to vulnerable and diverse populations. This work is intended to...
To support organizations that serve populations with key social vulnerability factors located in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Community-based organizations throughout the state, can work independently or subgrant, to provide disaster training and resources to vulnerable and diverse populations. This work is intended to increase their communities’ disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation capabilities. The LS Program is to support organizations throughout California that serve populations with key social vulnerability factors located in areas at moderate to high risk from natural hazard. Community-based organizations throughout the state referred to as CBOs, can work independently or subgrant with local CBOs to provide disaster training and resources...
The objective of this grant program is to award grants to nonprofit organizations, cities, counties, cities and counties, districts, state agencies, and departments; and, to the extent permitted by federal law, to federal agencies to support environmental enhancement projects located within or immediately adjacent to waters of the state. The Environmental Enhancement Fund (EEF) grant program is administered by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's Office of Spill Prevention and Response. The objective of this grant program is to award grants to nonprofit organizations, cities, counties, cities and counties, districts, state agencies, and departments; and, to the extent permitted by federal law, to federal agencies to support environmental enhancement projects located within or...
The California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls (CCSWG) is soliciting applications for the Women’s Recovery Response Grant Program to support the existing and emerging needs of women in California who have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. As the state entity tasked with assessing gender equity in multiple issue areas including health, safety, employment, education, and others, the California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls is uniquely positioned to support local commissions and the direct service providers they work with to ensure that women’s needs are focused on statewide recovery efforts. The Budget Act of 2021 (Senate Bill 129) established the Women’s Recovery Response to provide local assistance with $5 million in one-time funds. The...
Cultural Pathways
closedThe purpose of the Cultural Pathways program is to strengthen the capacity of small, new, and emerging arts organizations that are rooted in communities of color, recent immigrant and refugee communities, and tribal or indigenous groups, and to anchor the cultural and creative work of these organizations into the cultural landscape of the state. Successful applicants will receive two years of general operating support up to an amount of $30,000 ($15,000 per year). Successful applicants will also receive technical assistance and professional development tools, resources, and training. Technical assistance may take the form of convenings, webinars, learning communities, and workshops. Program Goals Projects should: Strengthen organizational capacity of small, new, and emerging arts...
JUMP StArts
closedThe JUMP StArts program supports arts and culture education, apprenticeship and/or mentorship via artists-in-residence programs for system-engaged, system-impacted, and/or at-promise youth and young people through the age of 24. The JUMP StArts program has two project grant strands. Organizations may apply for and receive funding in one strand: JUMP StArts – State Facilities JUMP StArts – Community Spaces and/or County Facilities Planning grants are also available to support arts organizations in the process of developing an arts project for system-engaged, system-impacted, and/or at-promise youth. Project Requirements Applicant organization must develop and complete a project addressing the program’s purpose to be completed by the end of the Grant Activity Period. The project...
Impact Projects
closedThe Impact Projects grant program intends to support collaborative projects that center local artists and forms of arts and cultural expression in responding to issues facing California at this time, including the pervasive social, political, and economic inequalities experienced by those communities most vulnerable to, and adversely affected by, the COVID19 pandemic. Applicant organization must develop and complete a project addressing the goals of the program to be completed within the project timeline. The project description must include an anticipated timeline for completion within the Grant Activity Period. Projects must be collaboratively developed between local artist(s) and community members to develop and express creative and artistic goals and address a community-defined need...
The State-Local Partner Mentorship (SLP-M) program is intended to support the establishment of a county-designated local arts agency in each of the four counties in which no such agency has currently been identified (Alpine, Glenn, Kings, San Joaquin). Grant funds will go to four existing State-Local Partners to foster the development of new SLPs in these counties. Grantees will be required to accomplish the following within the grant activity period: Convene a standing committee of community members and stakeholders to support development of new SLP structure and strategic framework. Model race equity practices and principles in the development of new SLP mission, vision, programming, and services. Identify and retain a dedicated staff member to lead new SLP and provide mentorship to...
State-Local Partners
closedThe State-Local Partners (SLP) program provides general operating support and technical assistance for county-designated local arts agencies. The purpose of the program is to foster cultural development on the local level through a partnership between the State and the counties of California. The nature of this partnership includes funding, information exchange, cooperative activities, and leadership. Projects should address the following State-Local Partnership program goals: Support the work of local arts agencies in fostering the countywide arts and cultural ecosystem. Provide funds to address priorities identified at the local level in alignment with State-Local Partnership program requirements. Promote race equity in programming and services for artists, arts organizations...
Reentry Through the Arts
closedReentry Through the Arts supports arts and culture programs for adults who have been incarcerated within correctional institutions. It reinforces the direct impact that arts and culture have on the health, welfare, and economic well-being of all Californians and their communities. Project Requirements All activities to be funded by the CAC must occur within the Grant Activity Period (see Timeline). The proposed project must include arts and culture as a central component of a holistic and integrated approach to reentry that also includes other community-based support services, including but not limited to: Mental Health Services Addiction Treatment and/or Counseling Job Skills Training and/or Job Placement Higher Education and/or Trade School Enrollment ...
The Arts & Cultural Organizations General Operating Relief grant program intends to provide relief funding to arts and cultural organizations who have experienced economic hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This grant supports the well-being of California’s cultural vitality by helping sustain a robust and diverse arts workforce and infrastructure. Funds may be used to support any eligible expenses associated with the general operations of an arts or cultural organization, including but not limited to rent, utilities, and staff salaries. Applying for this grant does not restrict an organization from applying for other CAC project-based grants. General Operating grants are intended to support the applicant organization in carrying out its mission. Funding is not intended to support a...
This grant is designed to provide funding for local flood emergency responders within the Legal Delta to improve their capacity to respond to flood emergencies. Projects funded under this grant must reduce the risk of flooding in the Delta. Eligible activities include planning, mapping, training, exercises, the development of emergency management tools, communications and communications equipment, the purchase of flood fighting materials and equipment, the development or improvement of emergency response facilities, and more.
The SGM Grant Program's LandFlex Program will provide funding to GSAs and other responsible entities in critically overdrafted (COD) basins to provide block grants to farmers to limit agricultural groundwater use and reduce pumping impacts to nearby drinking water wells. Financial incentives to farmers will provide multiple community benefits such as drinking water well relief, groundwater overdraft prevention, and climate resilience. The Legislature has provided $25 million to DWR for the LandFlex Program. DWR will solicit proposals to award funding through a competitive application process. The $25 million program provides financial incentives forgrowers to actively participate in the protection of community drinking water resources. LandFlex will also provide land use decision...
Parent Leadership Program
closedThe Parent Leadership Program grant goal is to build a statewide team of parent leaders, including those previously involved in the child welfare system, to actively participate in program planning, development of policies and procedures, evaluation of systems, etc., at both the state and local levels. The California Department of Social Services’ (CDSS) Office of Child Abuse Prevention (OCAP) is pleased to announce the release of a Request for Applications (RFA) opportunity to fund a Parent Leadership Program. The OCAP is seeking applicants with the capacity and ability to create meaningful systemic change through the training and development of parent leaders. The goal of this funding is to build a statewide team of parent leaders, including those previously involved in the child...
The purpose of the SEED Initiative is to support the entrepreneurship of immigrants and limited English proficient (LEP) individuals who face significant employment barriers, which will also increase the state’s economic diversity and help spur business innovation. In June 2020, the California Legislature approved Assembly Bill 82 (Chapter 14, Stats. 2020), which established the Social Entrepreneurs for Economic Development (SEED) Initiative to be administered by the California Workforce Development Board (“Board”) within the Labor and Workforce Development Agency (“Agency”). (See California Unemployment Insurance Code, sections 14106 to 14110.) The Employment Training Panel (“ETP”), also within the Agency, is administering SEED on behalf of the Board. The SEED Initiative will provide...
This program provides discretionary State loans to eligible public-use airports for projects that enhance an airport’s ability to provide general aviation services. Types of projects funded by these loans include hangars, General Aviation (GA) terminals, utilities, GA fueling facilities, Caltrans Acquisition and Development eligible projects, or local share for a federal Airport Improvement Program grant. The maximum term of a loan is 17 years. The Department approves the amount of the loan in accordance with the project’s feasibility and the sponsor’s financial situation. For details including eligibility, please see the publication, State Dollars for Your Airport (PDF), Chapter 2; and the California Code of Regulations, Title 21, Division 2.5, Chapter 5, California Airport Loan...
2021-2022 Book to Action
closedThe California State Library’s 2021-2022 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA)-funded Book to Action grant opportunity will provide support to libraries throughout California interested in providing book-themed programming to their community. Book to Action adds an action component to book-themed programming. The California State Library is pleased to offer Book to Action, a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funding opportunity for public libraries to provide book-themed programming with opportunities for lifelong learning. Book to Action 2021 initiatives tackle important issues in the community and encourage reading, community discussion, and action. All participating libraries will: -Receive funds up to $6000-Receive training from the California State Library-Engage with...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Floating Restroom Grant Program FY21 (Second Run)
closedProvide resources for keeping boater sewage from lakes and reservoirs The Floating Restroom Grant Program provides floating restroom units to lakes and reservoirs across California. The Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) procures, delivers, and grants the DBW-designed and developed floating restroom to the recipient. The grant recipient then places the floating restrooms at on-water locations convenient to boaters and maintains the units for a minimum of 10 years. The Clean Vessel Act grant program also offers maintenance and rehabilitation funds for the floating restrooms.
Provides airport sponsor's a portion of the local match required for a Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant to eligible public-use general aviation airports. This is a reimbursable grant for airport development or planning activities. The State will provide up to 5% of total AIP grant with a project maximum of $150,000 per project. Project must be listed in the State Capital Improvement Plan to be eligible. Project must not begin until a notice to proceed is given by the State
The purpose of this program is to help stop pet overpopulation in California by providing funds for spay/neuter services to municipalities and non‐profit organizations in California. The revenue received from the sale and renewal of the license plate is awarded annually through grant agreements to eligible organizations. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is pleased to announce a competitive solicitation process to award up to $480,000 in funding under the California Pet Lover’s License Plate grant program. This program is funded by fees associated with the original purchase, annual renewal, and conversion of Pet Lover’s license plates from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. The purpose of this program is to help stop pet overpopulation in California by...
Education
closedThe purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, The AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Projects shall focus on programs that shift...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Projects shall focus on one or more of the...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Projects shall focus on one or more of the...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, The AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Toxicology Driving Under the Influence...
Toxicology Driving Under the Influence/Driving Under the Influence of Drugs: Crime Laboratories
closedThe purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Toxicology Driving Under the Influence...
Explore the Coast
closedThe Explore the Coast grant program seeks to provide enjoyable coastal experiences for people and communities who face challenges or barriers to accessing or enjoying the coast. ETC Priority Communities may include but are not limited to lower-income individuals and households, people with disabilities, people of color, indigenous communities, immigrant communities, foster youth, and other historically excluded communities who face societal challenges or barriers to accessing or enjoying the coast. Projects should also meet one or more of the following priorities: Provide an enjoyable experience at the coast.Reduce economic, physical, operational, or societal barriers to accessing or enjoying the coast.Inspires ongoing coastal resource stewardship ethic through active learning and...
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Allied Healthcare professionals and encourage them to provide direct patient care in medically underserved areas in California. If awarded, recipients agree to continue practicing full time, direct patient care at a qualified facility in California for a twelve (12) month service obligation. Applicants may be awarded up to three (3) times. HCAI is awarding only Allied Healthcare Professionals in medically underserved areas in California.
Trauma Recovery Center Grant
closedThe TRC Grant funds centers throughout California that assist victims of violent crime. These centers provide wrap-around services and assist victims who are typically part of unserved and underserved communities. The Trauma Recovery Center (TRC) Grant funds organizations that operate throughout California to provide survivors of violent crime access to mental health or social services that may not be accessible for them through existing avenues. The TRC model offers wrap-around clinical services and cost-effective solutions for under- or unserved survivors and includes assertive outreach, clinical case management, assistance with law enforcement, referral to community resources and trauma-informed treatment. TRCs are meant to meet the victim where they are and serve each victim specific...
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Licensed Vocational Nurses to provide direct patient care in medically underserved communities in California. Persons participating in this program shall be persons who agree in writing prior to completion of vocational nursing school to serve in an eligible county health facility, an eligible state-operated health facility, or a health workforce shortage area, as designated by the director of the office. Persons agreeing to serve in eligible county health facilities, eligible state-operated health facilities, or health workforce shortage areas may apply for scholarship or loan repayment.
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Nurses to provide direct patient care in medically underserved communities in California. Persons participating in this program shall be persons who agree to serve in an eligible county health facility, an eligible state-operated health facility, or a health workforce shortage area, as designated by the director of the office. Persons agreeing to serve in eligible county health facilities, eligible state-operated health facilities, or health workforce shortage areas may apply for scholarship or loan repayment.
The purpose of this program is to assure an adequate supply of appropriately trained professional nurses. Encourage persons from populations that are currently underrepresented in the nursing profession to enter that profession. Encourage professional nurses to work in medically underserved areas. Persons participating in this program shall be persons who agree in writing prior to graduation to serve in an eligible county health facility, an eligible state-operated health facility, a health workforce shortage area, or a California nursing school, as designated by the director of the office. Persons agreeing to serve in eligible county health facilities, eligible state-operated health facilities, or health workforce shortage areas, and master's or doctoral students agreeing to serve in a...
The purpose of this program is to assure an adequate supply of appropriately trained professional nurses. Encourage persons from populations that are currently underrepresented in the nursing profession to enter that profession. Encourage professional nurses to work in medically underserved areas. Persons participating in this program shall be persons who agree in writing prior to graduation to serve in an eligible county health facility, an eligible state-operated health facility, a health workforce shortage area, or a California nursing school, as designated by the director of the office. Persons agreeing to serve in eligible county health facilities, eligible state-operated health facilities, or health workforce shortage areas, and master's or doctoral students agreeing to serve in a...
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained professionals in advanced healthcare to provide direct patient care in medically underserved communities in California. Selection for the awards is based on the following criteria: work experience, financial need, career goals, community service, community background, and academic performance. Priority is given to applicants whose community background and commitment indicate the likelihood of long-term employment in a medically underserved area even after the service obligation has ended. Recipients agree to a two-year service obligation practicing direct patient care at a qualified facility in California. Applicants must be currently accepted or enrolled in the following California Board or Committee approved...
Create supportive housing for individuals who are recipients of/eligible for health care through the Ca Dept. of Health Care Services, Medi-Cal program. Reduce the financial burden on local/state resources from overutilization of emergency departments, inpatient care, nursing home stays, corrections systems and law enforcement resources as the point of health care provision for people who are chronically homeless and/ a high-cost health user. The 2021 HHC NOFA makes approximately $160 million available to developers in California for the acquisition, rehabilitation, and/or new construction of permanent supportive multi-family housing. HCD will reserve at least 20 percent of the funding for projects located in rural areas, and at least 10 percent will be reserved for Tribal Entities. ...
CAL FIRE Forest Health
closedCAL FIRE’s Forest Health Program funds active restoration and reforestation activities aimed at providing for more resilient and sustained forests to ensure future existence of forests in California while also mitigating climate change, protecting communities from fire risk, strengthening rural economies and improving California’s water & air. Eligible Activities: The following activities are eligible for funding through the Forest Health Program: a. Forest Fuels Reduction – Eligible activities must focus on treating understory trees and brush with the goals of reducing fire hazards, improving tree growth, stabilizing carbon in retained trees, and increasing forest resilience. b. Prescribed Fire – Eligible activities must focus on the need to reintroduce fires to fire-adapted...
The primary priority of the 2022 Wildfire Recovery and Forest Resilience Directed Grant Program is the planning and implementation of forest health projects that promote wildfire recovery and forest resilience and support the goals of California’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan and the Sierra Nevada Conservancy Watershed Improvement Program. Fires are becoming larger and more damaging, and the 2020 and 2021 fire seasons were among the most severe in the state’s history. The Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC) is taking significant steps to fund projects that can reduce wildfire risks and respond to recent wildfire damage. This program seeks to create more-resilient forest landscapes, reduce wildfire risk, and accelerate recovery from recent wildfires. California’s Wildfire and...
The goal of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5310 Program is to improve mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities by removing barriers to transportation services and expanding the transportation mobility options available. Provides financial assistance for transportation services planned, designed, and carried out to meet special transportation needs. This program provides Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant funds for capital, mobility management, and operating expenses for: · Public transportation projects planned, designed, and carried out to meet the special needs of seniors and individuals with disabilities when public transportation is insufficient, inappropriate, or unavailable; · Public transportation projects that exceed the...
Assist local government agencies with funding for marine law enforcement. This program provides state financial aid to local government agencies whose waterways have high usage of boaters and insufficient tax base to fully fund a marine law enforcement boating safety program.
Provides funding to cleanup and prevent illegal dumping on 'farm and/or ranch' property, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Usually three application cycles are available each fiscal year; this is the third cycle. CalRecycle offers this Program pursuant to Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code (PRC). Project sites shall be located on 'farm and ranch' property (both private and public land are eligible), where the owner is not responsible for the illegal disposal. 'Farm and ranch' property is defined in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees have approximately two years to complete the project(s). Sites shall be fully remediated (cleaned up) with grant funds, or a combination of grant funds and in-kind funds/services. Funding includes...
The SGM Grant Program's SGMA Implementation Round 1 will provide funding to GSAs to update/revise/modify their GSPs and other responsible entities to update/revise/modify their approved Alternatives to a GSP. The funding will also be used towards implementing the GSP or Alternative Plan. This funding is for critically overdrafted (COD) basins only. Funding will be provided through a modified competitive grant process. The Legislature has provided $152 million to DWR for SGMA Implementation activities, that includes planning and implementation projects. DWR will solicit proposals to award funding through a modified competitive basis for tasks and activities that help the basins reach sustainability through investments in groundwater recharge and/or projects that prevent or clean up...
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. The RLF Grant Program provides grants to help nonprofits, tribal entities, and local governments who are not potentially liable under CERCLA section 107 assess or clean up brownfields that they own. DTSC accepts applications continuously, subject to fund availability. In 2023, there is not sufficient funding in the Revolving Loan Fund, therefore DTSC is not accepting applications at this time.
CDFA may consider funding projects that develop new management methods for treating the Beet Curly Top Leaf Hopper, the primary vector of the Beet Curly Top Virus or development of enhancements to other program areas that will mitigate the virus. The funding will be based on the researcher using a no pesticide alternative or Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) approved pesticides registered for use in California on Beet leafhoppers (BLH) and/or on rangeland/hillside. BCTVCP does not support proprietary product development projects. Proposals should address the following items: 1. BCTVCP Mission and Research Priorities.Explain how the project will address the identified BCTVCP Research Priorities, as well as how the project will contribute to BCTVCP’s mission of advancing...
To help local libraries improve or expand library services to out-of-school time youth. The California State Library is pleased to offer Stronger Together: Out of School Time Learning, a state-funded opportunity that provides grants to help local libraries improve or expand library services to out-of-school time youth. The purpose of these grants is to support and expand the critical role that libraries play for children and teens when they are out of school. Funded projects are encouraged to focus on one of the following topics: Social-emotional developmentWorkplace preparedness of teensYouth voice and leadershipAcademic / technological advancement of youthsA replication project of a previous Shared Vision grant (see below)
Zip Books
closedThe purpose of the Zip Books program is to provide patrons with speedy access to materials they might not otherwise be able to get through the library, without the long wait times often associated with interlibrary loan requests. It also adds a patron-driven collection development approach to a library’s usual process, resulting in a collection more closely matched to the needs of the local community. About the Program The Zip Books program is an alternative model for interlibrary loan service that bridges the gaps between a library’s patron request service, a normal acquisitions process, and an outreach/home delivery service. It is based on a project called “Zip Books—Digital Library of Northern California,” conducted by the Butte, Shasta, and Humboldt County Libraries under a FY...
The purpose of the CARE grant program is to provide grants to eligible non-profit organizations to fund CARE grant programs at one or more California prisons. Applicants must develop a specific proposal designed to meet the unique needs and requirements of the specific grant program(s) proposed, as well as meet the needs of the incarcerated individuals in California prisons, where the CARE grant programs will be provided. This project will provide $5 million in grants per year for three terms ($15 million total) to eligible non-profit organizations to fund transformative programs in one or more California prisons. The grant period begins on July 1, 2022 and ends June 30, 2025. Grants shall be awarded to fund programs that provide insight-oriented, transformative justice programs focused...
The purpose of this solicitation is to develop an integrative approach for corrosion control of natural gas pipelines based on the use of mitigation, monitoring, inspection, evaluation, and prediction. Research will address integration barriers with instrumentation, software, and training related to natural gas system integrity management, as it pertains to microbially influenced and soil property influenced corrosion. The purpose of this solicitation is to fund natural gas infrastructure safety and integrity projects that meet the following initiative: Technologies to Inspect and Prevent Corrosion of Natural Gas Pipelines and Storage Facilities. This solicitation will address needed improvements in the instruments for detecting corrosion, modeling software for predicting corrosion, and...
The purpose of this solicitation is to demonstrate replicable and scalable business and technology models that can deploy electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to serve rural EV drivers; support travel by rural EV drivers, provide EV charging access in rural areas, provide support and maintenance services to ensure reliable and readily accessible chargers, engage local rural communities and businesses to promote EV adoption. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The CEC announces the availability of up to $4,800,000 in grant funds. The purpose of the Rural Electric Vehicle (REV) Charging solicitation is to: · Demonstrate replicable and scalable business and technology models that can deploy electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to serve rural EV drivers. · Support travel by...
The County Medical Services Program (CMSP) Loan Repayment Program assists with the repayment of qualified educational loans for primary care healthcare professionals who provide healthcare services at an approved site located in the 35 CMSP counties. The County Medical Services Program Loan Repayment Program (CMSP LRP) awards successful applicants $50,000 for a two-year, full-time commitment and $25,000 for a two-year, half-time commitment. Applicants must work in a CMSP qualified site located in one of the 35 CMSP counties.
The California State Library’s competitive LSTA grant opportunities help California’s libraries respond effectively to local needs and align services with local community aspirations; support experimentation and research and development in California’s libraries; and provide training and support in grant writing and grant management for the California library community. We invite libraries and other eligible organizations to apply for funding to support local and collaborative projects that address community needs and align with community aspirations. Projects should be guided by the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Projects should align with one or more of goals 1-6 in the State Library’s Five Year Plan. We are especially interested in projects from library...
The Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) funds and facilitates research to advance the environmentally safe and agronomically sound use and handling of fertilizing materials. FREP serves growers, agricultural supply and service professionals, extension personnel, public agencies, consultants, and other interested parties. FREP invites research, education, and outreach project proposals in three priority areas: Improving Input Management, Understanding Plant-Soil Processes, and Evaluating Loss Pathways. 1- IMPROVING INPUT MANAGEMENT: A. Demonstrating and/or Validating Management Practices that OptimizeNutrient and/or Irrigation Water Use B. Addressing Challenges and Barriers to Adoption of ManagementPractices C. Education and Outreach (Technical Education) 2...
The purpose of the SD Program is to prevent sexual and domestic violence through primary and secondary prevention efforts, prioritize marginalized/underserved populations within communities, and build the capacity of local organizations. The purpose of the SD Program is to prevent sexual and domestic violence through primary and secondary prevention efforts, prioritize marginalized/underserved populations within communities, and build the capacity of local organizations. The following definitions of prevention have been adapted: • Primary prevention: Approaches that take place before sexual and/or domestic violence has occurred to prevent initial perpetration or victimization. • Secondary prevention: Immediate responses after sexual and/or domestic violence has occurred to deal with...
Assist local government agencies with funding for marine law enforcement. This program provides state financial aid to local government agencies whose waterways have high usage of boaters and insufficient tax base to fully fund a marine law enforcement boating safety program.
CAL FIRE’s Fire Prevention Grants Program provides funding for fire prevention projects and activities in and near fire threatened communities. Funded activities include hazardous fuels reduction, wildfire prevention planning, and wildfire prevention education with an emphasis on improving public health and safety while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Fire Prevention Grants Program funds three types of activities: hazardous fuels reduction, fire prevention planning, and fire prevention education. Please see the corresponding FY 2021-22 Fire Prevention Grants Procedural Guide located on the Fire Prevention Grants webpage.
Stop the Hate Program Fund
closedThe purpose of this funding is to provide support and services to victims and survivors of hate incidents and hate crimes and their families, facilitate hate incident or hate crime prevention measures, and create more inclusive regional and local communities, especially for those who are historically vulnerable because of their racial, religious, gender/gender expression, sexual orientation, or other identities. Grants will be awarded to qualified nonprofit organizations to provide support and services to victims and survivors of hate incidents and hate crimes and their families and facilitate hate incident or hate crime prevention measures. CDSS will award grants to up to 10 Regional Leads, nonprofit organizations who will administer sub grants to CDSS-selected nonprofit Service...
To provide payment to day care home (DCH) sponsors for their administrative expenses associated with expanding a food service program to DCH providers located in low-income or rural areas. Interested DCH sponsors must submit a completed Application for DCH Expansion Funds to the CDSS for approval and funding. DCH sponsors interested in obtaining expansion funds must demonstrate a need for Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) provider services in their recruitment areas.
Wildfire Resilience
closedThe Wildfire Resilience Program supports local partners to develop and implement projects that improve ecological health of natural lands and reduce the risk of catastrophic fire. The program will fund grants for: on-the-ground activities to restore the health and increase resilience of California forests, grasslands, and natural lands to wildfire; and planning and capacity building to increase wildfire resilience in California for projects from Marin County south to Ventura County.
Program Summary: The overall goal of the program is to support intercity travel needs of residents in non-urbanized areas by providing transit connection from rural areas to larger urban areas. Each state is required spend 15 percent of its annual Section 5311 apportionment to support the program (FTA 9040.1G, Ch.8) on FTA 5311(f). To be eligible for the program, participants must meet three national objectives and state emphasis. The service must: · FTA Objective 1: Support rural transit connection with regional and national intercity bus service systems Network § State Objective: Must provide a meaningful connection to the Network at the intercity bus station terminal. · FTA Objective 2: Support intercity travel needs of residents in rural areas § ...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) provides funding support to research and outreach projects focused on protecting vineyards, preventing the spread of pests and diseases, and delivering practical and sustainable solutions. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) accepts proposals for research and outreach projects on the following serious pests and diseases of winegrapes: Pierce’s disease and its vectors, especially the glassy-winged sharpshooter; brown marmorated stink bug; grapevine fanleaf disease; grapevine leafroll disease; grapevine red blotch disease; mealybug pests of winegrapes; spotted lanternfly. ...
Habitat Conservation Fund
closedThere are 7 categories (sub-programs) that an applicant may compete for. 1) Deer/Mountain Lion Habitat 2) Rare, Endangered, Threatened or Fully Protected Species Habitat 3) Wetlands 4) Anadromous Salmonids and Trout Habitat 5) Riparian Habitat 6) Trails 7) Wildlife Area Activities (program operation) Categories 1-6 fund land acquisition or land development/restoration. Category 7 funds program operation. Please see the Application Guide at www.parks.ca.gov/hcf for information about each of the 7 categories (sub-programs) that an applicant may compete for. 1) Deer/Mountain Lion Habitat 2) Rare, Endangered, Threatened or Fully Protected Species Habitat 3) Wetlands 4) Anadromous Salmonids and Trout Habitat 5) Riparian Habitat 6) Trails 7) Wildlife Area Activities (program operation) ...
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is conducting a competitive Request for Application (RFA) for the establishment of the Program Administrator (PA) model within the Immigration Services Funding (ISF) program. The Program Administrator model aims to streamline the Immigration Service Funding (ISF) program. Designated PAs will assist CDSS to fulfill the administrative requirements to implement the ISF program in the Los Angeles, San Diego, and Bay Area regions. PAs shall be nonprofit organizations which meet State and program eligibility criteria and have the administrative capacity to manage designated programs and funding. The PAs will sub grant services to regional ISF sub grantees.
The non-motorized RTP funds recreation trail projects are for pedestrians, bicyclists, and equestrians that may also serve as non-motorized transportation corridors. Funds acquisition or development of land to create or improve non-motorized recreational trails.
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grants provide funding for the acquisition or development of land to create new outdoor recreation opportunities for the health and wellness of Californians. Since 1965, over one thousand parks throughout California have been created or improved with LWCF assistance. Project applications must be for either land acquisition, or land development, for outdoor public recreation access. A minimum of 50% of the total project cost must come from matching sources. Up to $6 million may be requested per project application.
The purpose of this solicitation is to demonstrate replicable and scalable business and technology models for large-scale deployment of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure capable of maximizing access and EV travel for multi-family housing (MFH) residents. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) announces the availability of up to $8,500,000 in grant funds for projects that will increase electric vehicle (EV) charging access for and enable greater plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) adoption by multi-family housing (MFH) residents. For the purpose of this solicitation, MFH is defined as residential properties with multiple...
Using Circular Economy Funds, this competitive grant program will provide funding to support new and expanded edible food recovery and food waste prevention projects (food recovered for people or source reduction) in California. Projects must reduce the amount of food being disposed in landfills, thereby helping to achieve the state’s short-lived climate pollutant goals. ProjectsFood Recovery Projects: Projects that result in food that would otherwise be destined for landfills, being recovered and distributed to people. Any food waste residuals from the food recovered must be composted, sent to a digester, used as animal feed, or otherwise diverted within the project service area, if available.Food Waste Prevention Projects: Projects that prevent food waste from being generated and...
Provides funding to help cleanup and prevent illegal dumping on 'farm and/or ranch' property, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Usually three application cycles are available each fiscal year; this is the second cycle. CalRecycle offers this Program pursuant to Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code (PRC). Project sites shall be located on 'farm and ranch' property (both private and public land are eligible), where the owner is not responsible for the illegal disposal. 'Farm and ranch' property is defined in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees have approximately two years to complete the project(s). Sites shall be fully remediated (cleaned up) with grant funds, or a combination of grant funds and in-kind funds/services. Funding...
ReCoverCA Housing Counseling
closedThe purpose of ReCoverCA Housing Counseling is for non-profit, HUD-Certified Housing Counseling organizations to provide guidance, advice, and other technical assistance to applicants of the HCD ReCoverCA housing programs. This is in line with HCD's intent to provide a broad array of housing counseling related services to vulnerable Applicants. Eligible Applicants include applicants of the HCD ReCoverCA housing program(s) from the 2017 DR-4344 and DR-4353 disaster impacted counties of Butte, Lake, Los Angeles, Mendocino, Napa, Nevada, Orange, Sonoma, Ventura, San Diego, Santa Barbara, and Yuba, also, from the 2018 DR-4382 and DR-4407 disaster impacted counties of Butte, Lake, Los Angeles, Shasta, and Ventura. Applicants may submit Applications to perform the following service activities...
The Water Efficiency Technical Assistance (WETA) grant program is designed to facilitate technical assistance to agricultural operations for on-farm water and energy use efficiency and nutrient management. Through a competitive grant application process, applicants may request up to $500,000 to provide technical assistance to California farmers and ranchers regarding irrigation system water and energy efficiency and nutrient management.
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and technology demonstration and deployment projects that accelerate development of technologies allowing individual or fleets of plug-in electric vehicles to power homes or buildings during electricity outages or intentional islanding events. California’s simultaneous transitions to zero emission transportation and decarbonized electricity systems will create opportunities to use growing deployments of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) for electric services. Systems that enable the use of energy stored in PEV batteries to power loads inside residential, commercial, or public buildings—referred to as vehicle-to-building (V2B) technologies—can provide resilience and reliability benefits that help mitigate the impacts of power...
The purpose of this solicitation is to develop a data-driven tool for identifying promising decommissioning sites, enhancing the capacity of state agencies to conduct planning and craft policy for the gas system in California’s low-carbon future. Research resulting from this solicitation will foster more transparent and collaborative planning processes with IOUs, communities, and other key stakeholders. The role of natural gas in California’s energy system is changing as the state strives toward a clean energy future. Over the next 25 years, state and municipal laws concerning greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions will result in the replacement of gas-fueled technologies and will reduce the demand for fossil natural gas (CPUC, 2020). Without proper management, these transitions will...
The goals of the Stamp Project, as described in legislation, are to protect, preserve, restore, enhance, and develop migratory waterfowl breeding and wintering habitat, evaluate habitat projects, and conduct waterfowl resource assessments and other waterfowl related research. To accomplish the objectives, the Department is authorized to award grants (and contracts where necessary) for waterfowl conservation purposes (acquisition, restoration, enhancement, creation and research) to nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, state departments and federal agencies (Fish and Game Code § 3702). The organizations must have the specific capacity (waterfowl habitat enhancement, restoration, creation and or research experience to deliver the objectives). Examples of eligible projects...
The Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) was created by Senate Bill (SB) 862 (Chapter 36, Statutes of 2014) and modified by Senate Bill 9 (Chapter 710, Statutes of 2015), to provide grants from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) to fund transformative capital improvements that will modernize California’s transit infrastructure. The TIRCP was created to fund transformative capital improvements that modernize California’s intercity rail, bus (including feeder buses to intercity rail services, as well as vanpool services that are eligible to report as public transit to the Federal Transit Administration), ferry, and rail transit systems (collectively referred to as transit services or systems inclusive of all aforementioned modes unless otherwise specified) to achieve all...
CalVIP grants must be used to support, expand, and replicate evidence-based violence reduction initiatives that seek to interrupt cycles of violence. Strategies eligible for funding could include but are not limited to: hospital-based violence intervention programs, evidence-based street outreach programs, and focused deterrence strategies. Assembly Bill (AB) 1603 (Chapter 735, Statutes of 2019), also known as the Break the Cycle of Violence Act, was signed by the Governor on October 11, 2019 (Attachment D-3). This bill codified the CalVIP grant program and the authority and duties of the BSCC in administering the program, including the establishment of a grant selection advisory committee (the CalVIP ESC), selection criteria for grants, and reporting requirements to the Legislature. It...
The Department of Fish and Wildlife distributes federal funds for threatened and endangered species conservation and recovery through the Endangered Species Conservation and Recovery Grant Program in coordination with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. The primary objective of this Program is to help develop and implement state programs to conserve and recover federally threatened and endangered species. The Department of Fish and Wildlife (Department) is seeking high quality proposals for projects that will further the conservation and recovery of federally listed threatened and endangered wildlife, plant, and certain fish species in California. Eligible projects are those which target species that are federally listed as threatened, endangered, species for which a positive federal...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) offers the Local Government Waste Tire Enforcement Grant Program pursuant to Section 42889(b)(4) of the Public Resources Code. The purpose of the grant is to provide sufficient, stable, and non-competitive funding to California jurisdictions for the enforcement of waste tire permitting, hauling and storage laws. Eligible applicants: city, county, or city and county that work closely with a managing entity to implement and oversee the program. (See Managing Entity section of the application guidelines and instructions for the definition.) New applicants are those cities or counties that did not receive a TEA grant award for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020–21 (TEA28 cycle). New applicants must meet the following requirements at the time...
The California State Library seeks a partner organization to act as a third-party administrator for its state-funded High-Speed Broadband in California Libraries Program which supports libraries and other state agencies and organizations in connecting to high-speed broadband and supports digital equity in California. The Broadband Access Administrator is required to administer the Library Connectivity Grants Program, Broadband Expansion and Collaboration Grant Program, and the Broadband Services Program. They are required to provide consulting, grant administration, and project planning, implementation, and evaluation services. The successful applicant shall be required to work in partnership with the Library on funded activities, maintain regular contact with the Library’s Broadband...
Preservation and Accessibility of California’s LGBTQ+ History Program (LGBTQ+) is a competitive grant program targeted at Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer archives of all sizes for projects that work to preserve and make publicly accessible collections relevant to the LGBTQ+ movement, culture, experience, and/or history in California. About the LGBTQ+ Program The State of California has allocated a total of $750,000 toward projects that work to preserve and make publicly accessible Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer archives. This grant program expands a previous LGBTQ preservation program that was funded by the State of California in 2019. The goal of this program is to preserve and make accessible materials that demonstrate the significant role of LGBTQ+...
The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) and the Employment Development Department (EDD) are pleased to announce the availability of up to $10.4 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds to design, develop, and implement projects that accelerate employment and re-employment strategies for California job seekers through the Workforce Accelerator Fund 10 WAF 10.0) grant program. The Workforce Accelerator Fund 10.0 is supported by the CWDB in coordination with EDD with Department of Labor funding totaling $10,400,000. All awards are subject to the availability of appropriated funds and to any modifications or additional requirements that may be imposed by law. As we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic crisis that fell hardest on the most...
To study problems of beach erosion and to construct projects to stabilize beaches and shoreline areas either through the strategic placement of sand or via hard structures like seawalls, groins, and rock revetments in concentrated areas to protect vital public infrastructure. The authority for the Shoreline Erosion Control Grant Program (Harbors and Navigation Code 65-67.4) was part of the legislation that created the Department of Navigation and Ocean Development, the predecessor agency to the Department of Boating and Waterways. Many projects in this program are funded 50% by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with the State paying up to 50% of the cost of the local sponsor’s required 50% project cost share for construction.
The restoration, enhancement, and nourishment of public beaches through the cost-effective engineered placement of sand on the beach or in the nearshore environment. The Public Beach Restoration Grant Program was created in 1999 via the Public Beach Restoration Act (Harbors and Navigation Code 69.5-69.9, AB64–Ducheny). Carefully planned beach restoration can minimize the erosive forces of ocean waves to protect vital public infrastructure and accommodate the recreational needs of visitors to California’s beaches. This program is also consistent with the California Natural Resources Agency’s Shoreline Erosion Protection Policy (1978) favoring beach nourishment as a method of erosion control.
Pursuant to the George H. W. Bush Vamos A Pescar™ Educational Fund and Fish and Game Code Section 1501.5(b), the California Department of Fish and Wildlife has established a competitive grant program to fund projects that supports state and local efforts to educate and engage California’s Hispanic communities in metrocentric settings through bilingual, multigenerational, and multigendered programs, classes and fishing and boating activities. Funds may be used for projects, including but not limited to experiential or hands-on fishing education, community activities promoting good fishery stewardship, technical fishing skills development, fishing-related workshops and classes, apprentice-level fishing trips with hands-on instruction, and other such events that promote recreational fishing...
Provide resources for keeping boater sewage from lakes and reservoirs The Floating Restroom Grant Program provides floating restroom units to lakes and reservoirs across California. The Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) procures, delivers, and grants the DBW-designed and developed floating restroom to the recipient. The grant recipient then places the floating restrooms at on-water locations convenient to boaters and maintains the units for a minimum of 10 years. The Clean Vessel Act grant program also offers maintenance and rehabilitation funds for the floating restrooms.
Enhance the Coachella Valley's capacity to respond to climate change, provide equitable access to outdoor recreation for all communities and improve natural resource management. The grants seek to invest in the local conservation community by creating new programs or developing organizational or agency capacity to enhance desert resilience to climate change and foster conservation of the desert as a carbon sink; promote equity in access to outdoor recreation throughout the Valley; or improve natural resources management on existing conservation lands. Applications that represent a sustainable investment, incubate local expertise and capacity and serve historically underserved and economically disadvantage communities are especially encouraged. Grants should be for projects of up to...
Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) sections 13302-13307 authorize the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) to provide grants to qualified nonprofit organizations(Grantee) to provide services to immigrants residing in, or formerly residing in, the state of California, as set forth in this Agreement. These funds shall expand services by augmenting existing funding sources available to Grantee. The funds provided for immigration services pursuant to this Agreement shall be for the sole purpose of providing: Services to provide legal consultations to individuals seeking immigration remedies; Services to assist with the application process for initial or renewal requests of deferred action under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy with the United States...
The purpose of the EMPG for Federally-Recognized Tribes in California (FY 2021 Tribal EMPG) is to assist federally-recognized tribes in preparing for all hazards. Funds provided under this Program must be used to support activities that effectively contribute to the tribe’s capability to prevent, prepare for, mitigate against, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters, whether natural or man-made. Each year, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the EMPG Program. The intent of the Program is to support state, local, and tribal efforts to protect against, mitigate the effects of, respond to, and recover from natural or human-caused disasters and other catastrophic events...
The purpose of the EMPG-ARPA for Federally-Recognized Tribes in California (FY 2021 Tribal EMPG-ARPA) is to assist federally-recognized tribes in preparing for all hazards. Funds provided under this Program must be used to support activities that effectively contribute to the tribe’s capability to prevent, prepare for, mitigate against, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters, whether natural or man-made. In April 2021, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the EMPG-ARPA Program. The intent of the Program is to support state, local, and tribal efforts to protect against, mitigate the effects of, respond to, and recover from natural or human-caused disasters and other...
The California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) encourages the purchase and consumption of healthy, California–grown fresh fruits and vegetables by nutrition benefit clients. This grant will provide funding to organizations to provide incentives to WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program shoppers purchasing California-grown fresh produce, support program operations, and outreach. CDFA is seeking project proposals from qualified entities to distribute nutrition incentives to WIC and Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program shoppers using their benefits to purchase California-grown fresh fruits and vegetables at authorized Certified Farmers’ Markets and farm stands. Qualified shoppers should be able to receive the incentive at the time of purchase. Projects that reach underserved...
The purpose of the HV Program is to help human trafficking victims (both sex and labor trafficking) recover from the trauma they experienced and assist with reintegration into society through the provision of comprehensive safety and supportive services including, but not limited to, housing assistance, counseling services, and other social services, using a trauma-informed, victim-centered approach. Applicants must be non-governmental, non-profit organizations that employ a minimum of one human trafficking caseworker (as defined in California Evidence Code § 1038.2) and have at least three years of experience providing services to victims of human trafficking including, but not limited to, housing assistance, counseling services, and social services. Eligible Applicants must submit a...
The purpose of the grant is to provide financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Eligible applicants include public entities, including counties, cities, districts, and state agencies.Applicants must provide adequate documentation of financial need for assistance and show evidence of ability to pay for their matching share of costs and costs that are ineligible and/or that exceed the maximum grant amount. ProjectsEligible projects include the remediation of disposal sites closed in accordance with the local laws at the time of the closure...
This program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $500,000 to help public entities accelerate the pace of cleanup, restore sites, and turn today's problems into tomorrow's opportunities. Eligible applicants include public entities, including counties, cities, districts, state agencies, and Joint Powers Authorities. Eligible projects include solid waste cleanup project sites where cleanup is needed to protect public health and safety and/or the environment within the applicant’s jurisdiction. Funding$1,000,000 available for fiscal year (FY) 2021–22$500,000 per grant award Projects serving disadvantaged communities receive additional scoring points. Resolution required. See https://calrecycle.ca.gov/lea/grantsloans/solidwaste/lea/fy202122 for...
RFA_MHSSA_002
closedThe Commission will award grants to county mental health or behavioral health departments to fund partnerships between county mental health departments and local education entities. Grants awarded shall be used to provide support services that include suicide prevention, drop-out prevention, placement assistance, continuum-of-care for students in need of ongoing services, and outreach to high-risk youth. INTENT TO APPLY Applicants who want to participate in the solicitation shall submit a completed Attachment 2 - Intent to Apply, see due date specified on Table IV-1, Key Action Dates. The purpose of the Intent to Apply is to ensure all interested parties to the solicitation receive communications during the procurement process. The Intent to Apply shall be emailed to the Procurement...
The HSP Demonstration Projects aim to improve soil health, sequester carbon and reduce atmospheric greenhouse gases (GHGs) funding on-farm demonstration projects that collect data and/or showcase conservation management practices that mitigate GHG emissions and increase soil health, and creating a platform promoting widespread adoption of conservation management practices throughout the state. Through a competitive grant application process, applicants may request up to $250,000 to implement and showcase healthy soils practices, and to collect on-field and laboratory data on greenhouse gas emissions.
The HSP Incentives Program provides financial incentives to California growers and ranchers to implement conservation management practices that sequester carbon, reduce atmospheric greenhouse gases (GHGs), and improve soil health. Through a competitive grant application process, applicants may request up to $100,000 to implement on-farm healthy soils practices.
Tobacco Enforcement Section Stop Tobacco Access to Kids Enforcement (STAKE) Grant Program 2021-2022
closedThe purpose of this Request for Applications (RFA) is to fund multiple, qualified local law enforcement agencies with grants to provide training and enforcement of state and local laws related to the illegal sales of tobacco products to minors, increasing investigative activities, and compliance checks, and other appropriate activities aimed to reduce illegal sales of tobacco products to minors. Activities covered under this grant may include training both law enforcement personnel, community members, school districts, youth organizations and/or tobacco retailers on youth-related tobacco laws; purchasing equipment and/or training materials needed for the training and/or enforcement of state and local tobacco laws. Examples of equipment and training materials may include surveillance...
The Working Lands and Riparian Corridors program provides grants to protect, restore, and enhance working lands and riparian corridors through conservation easements and restoration projects on agricultural lands. The Working Lands and Riparian Corridors program provides grants to protect, restore, and enhance working lands and riparian corridors through conservation easements and restoration projects on agricultural lands. Activities funded under this program must target agricultural lands and may include: Project development Land trust strategic planning Local and regional planning Conservation acquisitions Sustainable management practices Watershed restoration
The Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) Program grants will fund local demonstration projects that provide services to address the immediate crisis of experiencing unsheltered homelessness in encampments, to support people living in encampments onto paths to safe and stable housing and result in sustainable restoration of public spaces to their intended uses while safeguarding the needs of unhoused people seeking shelter. Successful grantees will design a demonstration project that builds capacity to provide relevant and responsive services to individuals experiencing homelessness in encampments. The project will support cross-systems collaboration and service strategies to help people experiencing homelessness transition out of encampments toward safe and stable housing pathways...
The Urban and Multibenefit Drought Relief Program offers financial assistance to address drought impacts through implementation of projects with multiple benefits. For communities, including Tribes, facing the loss or contamination of their water supplies due to the drought; to address immediate drought impacts on human health and safety; and to protect fish and wildlife resources plus other public benefits, such as ecosystem improvements. Under the Budget Act of 2021(Stats. 2021, ch. 69, § 112), financial assistance will be provided by DWR to deliver grants for interim and immediate drought relief to urban communities and for multibenefit projects. DWR is combining the funding into one Urban and Multibenefit Drought Relief Program. This Grant Solicitation makes approximately $190 million...
To support technical assistance to California farmers as they participate in the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Climate Smart Agriculture Programs. Through a competitive grant application process, applicants may request up to $120,000 to provide technical assistance to applicants and awardees of the CDFA Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP).
Coastal Stories
closedCoastal Stories intends to make the outdoors more inclusive and welcoming for all Californians by fostering representation of Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and other historically excluded groups in outdoor spaces – through storytelling. We seek to fund projects that plan, develop, and implement storytelling installations or materials (such as murals, signage, monuments, or guides) that represent communities and voices that have been historically excluded in the storytelling of California’s coast and publicly accessible lands. These communities may include but are not limited to BIPOC people, people with disabilities, immigrant communities, low-income communities, and other historically excluded communities. All projects must present a story connected to publicly-accessible...
The No Place Like Home (NPLH) Program provides loans to eligible counties to acquire, design, construct, rehabilitate or preserve permanent supportive housing for persons who are experiencing homelessness, chronic homelessness or who are at risk of chronic homelessness, and who are in need of mental health services. Projects funded through this NOFA must be apartment complexes of 5 or more units. The funds awarded under this NOFA will be distributed as deferred payment loans to counties independently or with a development sponsor for the development of permanent supportive housing for those living with a serious mental illness who are chronically homeless, homeless, or at-risk of chronic homelessness. NPLH funds must be used to acquire, design, construct, rehabilitate, or preserve...
The goal of this grant is to bring high-speed broadband to all California public libraries by connecting them to the California Research and Education Network (CalREN). The funds are intended to enable libraries to connect to high-speed broadband and purchase the necessary network equipment to enable those connections to be utilized by library patrons. The high-speed broadband grant is open to all public libraries in California connecting to the CalREN network. Eligible grant expenses are listed below: Special Construction FundingHardship Funding for initial 12-month recurring circuit costs Network Consulting Funding for consultant costs associated with network design Technology Hardware Funding for network hardware, installation and/or configuration Building Infrastructure...
To incentive California farmers to implement irrigation systems that conserve water and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from irrigation water pumping. Applicants may request up to $200,000 for irrigation-related on-farm improvements that will result in water savings and GHG emission reductions. Applications scoring a minimum score of 30 of 50 will be funded on a first come, first-serve basis. CDFA will reserve 25% of the funds for socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers (SDFRs) and projects that benefit priority populations by reducing criteria air pollutants from fossil fuel combustion. Additionally, $2 million will be reserved for applications that utilize the sub-surface drip irrigation to apply dairy manure effluent to field crops.
The purpose of the CSNSGP is to provide funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk for violent attacks and hate crimes due to ideology, beliefs, or mission. The Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-22 California Budget allocated $50,000,000 for the CSNSGP. This is a competitive Program; therefore, scoring criteria have been established and funding will be awarded to the top-scoring applications until all allocated funding is awarded. Applications will be recommended for funding based on the threat, vulnerability, and consequence faced by a specific facility/location. It is recommended that Applicants contact their Regional Terrorism Threat Assessment Center, for verifiable threat information. Applicants are not...
CopyCat Grant
closedA California State Library LSTA grant program intended to facilitate easy duplication of successful projects. CopyCat Grants are intended to help libraries easily implement tried-and tested-programs and extend the impact of previously funded, successful LSTA projects. This opportunity is open to all libraries, and it is well suited to those with limited capacity for developing and testing new programming. The CopyCat Web site contains toolkits for innovative, successful LSTA projects from public libraries across California. Each toolkit contains a link to the original application for the original program, information about the purpose, target audience and outcomes achieved, and implementation steps with links to sample documents from the original program. When replicated, programs need...
CalOSBA will designate and award a total of ten proposals to incubate and/or accelerate technology and science-based firms in underserved regions and communities. The official designation as an iHub2 will be a 5-year agreement with the State of California. CalOSBA will award each designated iHub2 $250,000 to build and expand programs during the first year of operation. CalOSBA will designate and award a total of ten (10) proposals to serve as California’s as an iHub2 to incubate and/or accelerate technology and science-based firms in underserved regions and communities, including women and people of color. The official designation as an iHub2 will be a 5-year agreement with the State of California. CalOSBA will award each designated iHub2 $250,000 to build and expand programs during the...
The MBCRG Program provides grant funding to administer to administer grants to microbusinesses. Open only to eligible grantmaking entities defined as a county government (Round 1). The intent of the funding is for the awarded grantmaking entities to provide relief to the microbusinesses and entrepreneurs. THIS IS NOT A GRANT FOR MICROBUSINESSES AT THIS TIME. ONLY COUNTY GOVERNMENTS PROPOSING TO ADMINISTER THE PROGRAM ARE ELIGIBLE ROUND 1 The California Microbusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant Program (MBCRG) was created in 2021 to assist qualified microbusinesses that have been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in California. Existing law (Government Code Section 12100.83) requires CalOSBA to make grants to assist qualified small businesses negatively affected by the COVID-19...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) seeks high quality proposals from eligible applicants to assist qualified cannabis cultivators enhance CDFW’s mission to manage California’s diverse fish, wildlife, and plant resources, and the habitats upon which they depend, for their ecological values and for their use and enjoyment by the public. Applications may be considered under one or both of the following project priorities. Project Type - Transition from Provisional License to Annual License: To transition to an annual license, provisional licensees must meet all regulatory requirements in Title 3 of the California Code of Regulations, sections 8102, 8105, and 8106. Eligible activities under this project type include, but are not limited to: cleanup, remediation, and...
The purpose of the ES Program is to improve the system of sharing information for suspected child abuse cases by establishing an electronic Suspected Child Abuse Report (SCAR) system that will be used by district attorney offices, local law enforcement, and county child welfare services departments. To be eligible to receive funds Applicants must be a county district attorney’s office and must have cooperative participation with their county child welfare services department and local law enforcement agencies. Counties that already have an electronic SCAR system are not eligible.
In accordance with the State Budget Act (the “Act”), the California Department of Justice intends to distribute a total of $5 million in FY 2021-22 to support California County Sheriff’s Department's in conducting activities related to the seizure of weapons and ammunition from persons who are prohibited from possessing them, including efforts based upon entries in the Department’s Armed Prohibited Persons System (APPS). In accordance with the State Budget Act, funds will be awarded to applicants on a competitive basis to agencies based on, and subject to, the following criteria: 1) Priority shall be given to counties with the highest per capita population of armed prohibited persons residing in the county; 2) Priority shall be given to counties that do not have a Department of Justice...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has established a competitive grant program to support and advance the recovery and rehabilitation of injured, sick, or orphaned wildlife, and conservation education. Funds may be used to support facility operations, improvement and/or innovation in care of wildlife during rehabilitation (e.g., enclosure improvements; dietary enrichment; post-release monitoring; conservation education). ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA To be eligible for grant funding from the competitive grant program established pursuant to Section 1773.1, an applicant shall meet all of the following criteria: (a) The applicant shall provide proof that it is a nonprofit organization that operates a wildlife rehabilitation facility permitted pursuant to Section 679 of Title 14...
The goal of the Proactive IPM Solutions grant program is to anticipate which exotic pests are likely to arrive in California and to identify and test IPM strategies that can be rapidly implemented if the pests become established in California. CDFA is responsible for preventing and mitigating invasive pests in California. Techniques resulting from the Proactive IPM Solutions Program will allow for rapid deployment of future management plans. The objective of this research program is to identify and test IPM strategies to control one of the target pests identified by CDFA. The IPM program could be quickly implemented once the invasive pest becomes established in California. It is a priority to first utilize and adapt existing knowledge and technology that may exist outside of California...
The goal of the revitalized Biologically Integrated Farming Systems grant program is to provide outreach of innovative, biologically integrated plant-based farming systems that reduce chemical pesticide inputs. Projects from this program should demonstrate IPM-based alternative pest management options that focus on economical and efficacious biological and cultural pest management techniques that allow growers to maintain yields and quality. The objective of this program is to demonstrate and refine IPM-based farming projects designed to reduce chemical pesticide inputs, especially non-selective, biologically disruptive insecticides and herbicides, with greater risk to human health and/or the environment. Applicants should discuss the risks of the insecticide(s) and/or herbicide(s) they...
Public Defense Pilot Program
closedPublic Defense Pilot Program funds must be utilized for indigent defense providers, including public defenders, alternate defenders, and other qualifying entities that provide indigent defense in criminal matters for the purposes of workload associated with the provisions in paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 1170 of, and Sections 1170.95, 1473.7, and 3051 of, the Penal Code. The Budget Act of 2021 (Senate Bill 129) established the Public Defense Pilot Program. Public Defense Pilot Program funds must be utilized for indigent defense providers, including public defenders, alternate defenders, and other qualifying entities that provide indigent defense in criminal matters for the purposes of workload associated with the provisions in paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 1170...
2021 CALHOME PROGRAM
closedThe purpose of the CalHome program is to support existing homeownership programs aimed at low-, very low-income, and moderate-income households. The goal is to increase homeownership, encourage neighborhood revitalization and sustainable development, and maximize the use of existing housing stock. HCD is making approximately $57 million available to fund local public agencies, nonprofit corporations, and federally Recognized and Special Government entities for the following activities: 1. First-Time Homebuyer Mortgage Assistance 2. Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Assistance 3. Technical Assistance for Self-Help Housing Projects 4. Technical Assistance for Shared Housing Programs 5. Accessory Dwelling Unit/Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit Assistance...
The purpose of the Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions is to advance economic justice for populations and communities impacted by cannabis prohibition and the War on Drugs by providing support to local jurisdictions as they promote equity in California and eliminate barriers to enter the newly regulated cannabis industry for equity program applicants and licensees. On November 8, 2016, California voters approved Proposition 64, the Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA). In its statement of purpose and intent, AUMA calls for regulating cannabis in a way that “reduces barriers to entry into the legal, regulated market.” GO-Biz administers the Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions to aid local equity program efforts to support...
The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) is announcing the availability of approximately $3 million to provide consultation, administrative support, and technical assistance to CalVet for the Veteran Support to Self-Reliance Pilot Grant Program. The successful Proposer will provide clear and convincing evidence of adequate personnel and organizational capacity to effectively carry out a contract of this scope and magnitude. Purpose This Pilot seeks to discover the size and scope of resources needed to fill the gap of supportive services for veterans aged 55 and over. Aging veterans with high acuity express physical and mental frailties beyond their age— their military service and housing scarcity in California being main contributing factors. They are at risk of losing...
California is committed to quickly transition cannabis businesses from provisional to annual licenses. One-time grant funding, totaling $100 million, is available to help. Extra funds are available for eligible local jurisdictions with social equity programs. The funds target areas with the highest numbers of provisional licensed businesses. Large numbers of small, legacy and equity businesses operate within these areas. The Department of Cannabis Control (Department) announces the availability of $100 million in funding for the Local Jurisdiction Assistance Grant Program (Grant Program). This program dedicates funding to local jurisdictions with the greatest needs to transition provisional licensees to annual licenses. The Grant Program is authorized by the Budget Act of 2021, Item...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s and the California Air Resources Board announce the availability of up to $6,815,000 in grant funds for projects that will provide workforce training and development that support zero-emission vehicles (ZEV), ZEV infrastructure, and ZEV-related commercial technologies in California. Proposed projects should demonstrate community and employer engagement and a path toward ZEV jobs in the State. The Inclusive, Diverse, Equitable, Accessible, and Local (IDEAL) ZEV Workforce Pilot focuses investments on and provides benefits to priority communities. Key goals of this investment include: Supporting training in ZEV industries. Aligning workforce projects in ZEV deployment areas for growth and scale. Making...
The purpose of the FE Program is to support emerging Family Justice Centers (FJCs) to meet the criteria defined in California Penal Code § 13750. The 2021-22 California State Budget designated $10,000,000 of General Funds for a one-time program for grants to FJCs, $1,100,000 of which will be distributed competitively. The California Penal Code § 13750 defines FJCs. The purpose of the FE Program is to support emerging FJCs to meet the criteria defined in California Penal Code § 13750.
The Federal Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP) is a discretionary grant program administered by the Charter Schools Division. PCSGP applications are reviewed by peer evaluators and awarded to school developers to assist in the development and initial operations of newly established/conversion charter schools, as well as assist in the expansion/replication of high-quality charter schools. The PCSGP Start-Up Sub-Grant provides funding for the planning and initial implementation of newly established or conversion charter schools, as well as the replication and expansion of high-quality charter schools. Start-Up sub-grants for planning, implementation, and replication are eligible for up to $600,000. Expansion sub-grants are eligible for up to $300,000 to charter schools that are...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund a technical study to identify the impact of the potential use of hydrogen and hydrogen-natural gas blends on existing appliances as a potential decarbonization strategy for large commercial buildings and the industrial sector. The study will identify operating parameters such as the maximum concentration of hydrogen that can be handled by existing equipment with and without modification. This study will inform policymakers and the private sector of the potential for hydrogen and hydrogen-natural gas blends as a decarbonization strategy for industrial and large commercial building applications. Up to $1.5 million is available for this solicitation.
The purpose of the FD Program is to prevent intimate partner violence, including teen dating violence, prioritize underserved populations within communities, and build the capacity of local organizations to do this work.
The Clean Water Act Section 319 Grant Program awards grants to reduce and mitigate the effects of nonpoint source pollution - such as sediment, pesticides, and nutrients - to waters of the state. The program primarily funds implementation projects, but occasionally offers grants for planning projects. Examples of projects include livestock fencing to reduce sediment and nutrient discharges, agricultural best management practices to reduce pesticide and nutrient discharges, dredging contaminated sediment from pesticide-impaired waters, habitat restoration such as installation of large woody debris and riparian revegetation, and rural road inventories and repairs to reduce sedimentation and erosion. Most awards go to projects that improve impaired waters, but a small amount of funding goes...
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is soliciting responses from qualified vendors to provide technical training and assistance (TTA) that increases the implementation of Cultural Humility practices and Health Equity strategies in chronic disease prevention and management within Prevention Forward (PF) contractor service areas that include Fresno, Monterey, Merced, Solano, Madera, Sacramento, and Los Angeles counties. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) mission is dedicated to optimizing the health and well-being of the people in California. In 2018, CDPH, Chronic Disease Control Branch was awarded a five-year grant (September 30, 2018 through June 29, 2023) “Improving the Health of Americans Through Prevention and Management of Diabetes and Heart Disease and...
The Floodplain Management, Protection and Risk Awareness Grant Program supports local agency efforts to prepare for flooding events by providing financial assistance for flood risk reduction activities related to stormwater flooding, mudslides, and other flash flood related protections. This Program will incorporate an increased focus on economically disadvantaged community assistance and multi-benefit project features. The program was established in 2019 by the State Legislature and Governor Gavin Newsom through Assembly Bill 74, which also authorized the use of funds from Proposition 68: The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection, and Outdoor Access For All Fund Act of 2018 of Senate Bill No. 5. This grant program will fund multi-benefit flood risk reduction...
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 managed, high-quality, OHV Recreation areas, roads, and trails, and to responsibly maintain the wildlife, soils, and habitat of Project Areas in a manner that will sustain long-term OHV Recreation. The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) provides funds to develop and maintain Recreational Trails and trail-related facilities for motorized Recreational Trail uses. This includes acquisition, development and rehabilitation of trails and facilities, construction and maintenance of trails, purchase or lease of equipment, trail conditions assessments, and the...
The purpose of the Innovative Programming Grants is to provide grant funds to eligible non-profit organizations for delivery of Innovative Programs at one or more California State Institutions. Program Objectives Applicant’s proposal must include transformative and insight oriented program objectives. The plan must thoroughly describe the program that will be offered. Applicants are required to define the variables that will be evaluated and outcomes that will be measured during the grant period. This must include participation criteria, the number of individuals participating in the program, the frequency the program will be provided (i.e., number of times per week or month), the duration of the program (i.e., eight-week program cycles), the group size, the total number of offenders...
The primary focus is on enhancing flow in streams that support anadromous fish; support special status, threatened, endangered, or at-risk species; and/or provide resilience to climate change. Enhanced stream flow is defined as a change in the amount, timing, and/or quality of the water flowing down a stream, or a portion of a stream, to benefit fish and wildlife. WCB anticipates awarding up to $15 million in grants selected through this PSN, and funds must be expended by March 31, 2027. The priorities of the 2021 Stream Flow Enhancement Program solicitation will be to support projects that: • Directly result in meaningful increases in the availability and/or quality of water in streams such as through the acquisition or long term dedication of water rights. • Are located in southern...
The Stronger Together: Improving Library Access opportunity provides grants to local libraries so they can acquire bookmobiles and community outreach vehicles and offer programs that improve library access and program delivery. The purpose of this project is to help libraries eliminate barriers and implement new ways to bring literacy, technology and other services to those who face challenges visiting their local public library. When Californians lack transportation, live far from their library, or work long hours, mobile libraries and expanded program delivery make it possible to access library services and programs. All participating libraries will: Acquire a new or modify an existing bookmobile or community outreach vehicle, or provide programs intended to improve library access and...
Applicants will design, develop, and implement projects that accelerate equity in employment and tailor re-employment strategies for special populations and residents of geographic locations most impacted by the novel coronavirus-2019 (COVID-19). The projects will create effective linkages with California's employer and workforce community, with a focus on in-demand industries that provide quality jobs with livable-wages. The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $11.5 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s discretionary funds for the Equity and Special Populations (ESP) Program Year...
This solicitation will fund research and development projects to demonstrate, test, and validate innovative floating offshore wind (FOSW) components and tools. The solicitation will fund two focus areas: Group 1: Manufacturing, Testing, and Pilot Demonstration of Floating Offshore Wind Technology (Total funding available: $12 million); or Group 2: Inspection and Monitoring Systems for Floating Offshore Wind Applications (Total funding available: $2 million). Selected projects will advance the readiness, performance, reliability, and cost-competitiveness of FOSW, while increasing the knowledge of environmental and wildlife impacts in California.
The Arts and Cultural Program will support California eligible nonprofit cultural institutions defined as registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit entities that satisfy the criteria for a qualified small business, but with no limitation on annual gross revenue. Grants range from $5,000 to $25,000. Visit https://careliefgrant.com/arts-and-culture/ for further detail Dates to apply: Friday, August 27th EXTENDED through Thursday, September 30th. The program is not on a “first come, first served” basis. Round 8 application period: Friday, August 27th EXTENDED through Thursday, September 30th. Partners will provide technical assistance to nonprofits (to include translation/interpretation services) during application preparation and online submission. Once applications are...
Grants from $5,000 to $25,000 to eligible small businesses and nonprofits impacted by COVID-19 and the related health and safety restrictions. Lendistry has been designated by the state to act as the intermediary for the Program to disburse the grant funds. Visit CAReliefGrant.com to apply. Thursday, September 9th through Thursday, September 30th. The program is not on a “first come, first served” basis. Thursday, September 9th through Thursday, September 30th. Partners will provide technical assistance to business owners and nonprofits (to include translation/interpretation services) during application preparation and online submission. Once applications are received, Lendistry will process for eligibility. Once rounds close, grant awards will be distributed based on the program...
Provide boating safety education to the general public. These grants are available to organizations that offer on-the-water boating safety education courses. Courses offered should be designed to enhance boater knowledge of boating laws, practical handling of vessels on the water, weather and water conditions, rules of the road, and equipment requirements.
DPR Alliance Grants Program
closedTo help ensure safe, effective pesticide usage in California, the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) annually funds Alliance projects that promote or increase the implementation, expansion, and/or adoption of effective and proven integrated pest management (IPM) systems or practices that reduce risks to public health and the environment in agricultural, wildland, or urban settings. DPR's Alliance Grants Program has $1.8 million in funding available for Alliance projects that promote or increase the implementation, expansion, and/or adoption of effective and proven IPM systems or practices that reduce risks to public health and the environment in agricultural, wildland, or urban settings. Successful applications will demonstrate strong partnerships, outreach, and/or an educational...
The principal goal of this program is to make funding available to local public entities to develop a broad range of housing types, including but not limited to hotels, motels, hostels, single-family homes and multifamily apartments, adult residential facilities, and manufactured housing, and to convert commercial properties and other existing buildings to Permanent or Interim Housing for the Target Population. See Standard Agreement.
DPR Research Grants Program
closedThe Department of Pesticide Regulation's (DPR) Research Grants Program provides funding to develop integrated pest management (IPM) practices that reduce the risks from pesticides which are high-risk, of regulatory concern, or are of human health or environmental concern in California. DPR's Research Grants Program funds research projects that seek to further IPM in agricultural, wildland, or urban settings. Developed practices should aim to reduce the use of high-risk pesticides or pesticides that are of regulatory concern and seek to mitigate the impacts of pesticides on public health and the environment. DPR’s Research Grants Program funds diverse projects in varied settings; a list of current and past projects can be found here. The application process consists of a Proposal...
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. Additional consideration will be given for projects that restore or enhance wildlife mobility or fish passage across barriers whose impacts on migration have been increased by drought conditions. WCB anticipates awarding up to $30 million in grants selected through this PSN, and funds must be expended by March 31, 2026. WCB is seeking projects that restore or enhance habitat in wildlife migration corridors or that remove impediments to fish passage. Examples of project types and their priority are identified below. All projectsmust provide for improved fish or wildlife...
The DOR is working to expand current TBI resources to establish a statewide network of services and supports that will improve the quality of life for persons with TBI, their families, and caregivers. The DOR is working to expand current TBI resources to establish a statewide network of services and supports that will improve the quality of life for persons with TBI, their families, and caregivers.The DOR, through its Independent Living and Assistive Technology Section (ILATS), announces the availability of state grant funds as authorized under WIC sections 4353-4358.5. This RFA is made available to qualified service providers for the purpose of carrying out the programs and services needed to support individuals with TBI and their families.The term of this grant will be January 1, 2022...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funds projects that enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops. The SCBGP is designed to support all sectors of California's specialty crop industry and improve the performance of California specialty crops within local, domestic, national, and international markets. Funding and Duration Grant amounts range from $100,000 to $500,000. The maximum grant duration is two (2) years, six (6) months, and grant funds cannot be expended before November 1, 2022, or after April 30, 2025. Projects submitted to the Additional Assistance for Historically Underrepresented Organizations Program will range from $50,000 to $100,000 and may last up to two years. CDFA reserves the right to...
Identify and address statewide, interregional, or regional multimodal transportation or public transit deficiencies in partnership with Caltrans. Strategic Partnerships Grants are available on an annual basis and through a competitive application process. Grants are for multimodal transportation planning activities such as planning for regional and interregional public transit. The annual call-for-applications is posted on the grants website, which is advertised by Caltrans through various grant workshops for interested applicants. Grant applicants receive an award or non-award email notification in late spring/early summer. A list of award and non-awarded grants is posted to the Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program website. Grant Budget: Federal funds...
Strategic Partnerships
closedIdentify and address statewide, interregional, or regional transportation deficiencies on the State highway system in partnership with Caltrans. Strategic Partnerships Grants are available on an annual basis and through a competitive application process. Grants are for transportation planning activities such as planning for freight, corridors, regional, and interregional travel. The annual call-for-applications is posted on the grants website, which is advertised by Caltrans through various grant workshops for interested applicants. Grant applicants receive an award or non-award email notification in late spring/early summer. A list of award and non-awarded grants is posted to the Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program website. Grant Budget: Federal funds...
Encourage local and regional planning that furthers state goals, including, but not limited to, the goals and best practices cited in the Regional Transportation Plan Guidelines adopted by the California Transportation Commission. Sustainable Communities Competitive Grants are available on an annual basis and through a competitive application process. Grants are for transportation planning activities such as planning for active transportation, safe routes to schools, transit services, vision zero, complete streets, freight corridors, social equity, integrated land use and transportation planning. The annual call-for-applications is posted on the grants website, which is advertised by Caltrans through various grant workshops for interested applicants. Grant applicants receive an award or...
The CalAgPlate program funds projects that support agricultural education, agricultural career awareness and development, agriculture career training, and agriculture leadership development to assist students at the kindergarten through twelfth grade (K-12), post-secondary, and adult education levels. Supporting these educational and training areas will provide participants further agricultural opportunities. Funding and Duration: The CA Dept. of Food and Agriculture anticipates that up to $225,000 will be awarded to projects to support agricultural education and training. Grant amounts range from $2,500-190,000. The maximum grant duration is one (1) year, six (6) months and grant funds cannot be expended before January 1, 2022 or after June 30, 2023. CDFA reserves the right to offer an...
Funds services/program operations including activities in a community and trips to natural areas throughout California. Focuses on delivering environmental education and outdoor recreational activities, service learning, career pathways, and leadership opportunities through activities in the community and trips to natural areas that strengthen a connection to the natural world. PROGRAM OVERVIEW Each application will address the following in the Grant Selection Criteria section on pages 14 to 23 of the Application Guide (RFP). First Step – Choosing a Community Home Base • Identify a central gathering place in an underserved community that needs access to outdoor programs. • Examples of the central gathering place in a community could be a school, a recreation center, a community meeting...
The purpose of this Request for Applications (RFA) is to fund multiple, qualified local law enforcement agencies with grants to provide training and enforcement of state and local laws related to the illegal sales of tobacco products to minors, to increase investigative activities, and compliance checks, and other appropriate activities aimed to reduce illegal sales of tobacco products to minors. Activities covered under this grant may include training both law enforcement personnel, community members, school districts, youth organizations and/or tobacco retailers on youth-related tobacco laws; purchasing equipment and/or training materials needed for the training and/or enforcement of state and local tobacco laws. Examples of equipment and training materials may include surveillance...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and development (ARD) and technology demonstration and deployment (TD&D) projects that will address the technical and economic challenges of producing hydrogen from carbon-neutral production pathways in accordance with the Emerging Renewable Hydrogen Production research initiative in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Natural Gas Budget Plan. The two focus areas of this solicitation will advance the science and technology of emerging hydrogen production pathways to produce low-carbon hydrogen that is cost-competitive with fossil-based SMR process. Significant improvements in efficiency, materials, and production approaches (e.g. reforming and associated technologies) are necessary to reduce costs and increase adoption of low-carbon...
The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) announces the availability of up to $6 million in grant funds for projects that will support electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure for high mileage on-demand transportation services including services such as ride-hailing, taxis, and meal and grocery delivery. Eligible projects will provide electric vehicle charging infrastructure to support charging for on-demand transportation services and other services such as meal and grocery delivery. Eligible projects must demonstrate participation of or written support from on-demand transportation service companies. Examples of on-demand transportation services include Transportation...
The Song-Brown program aims to increase the number of students and residents receiving quality primary care education and training in areas of unmet need throughout California. Attracting and admitting underrepresented minorities and those from underserved communities, training students in underserved areas, and placing graduates in underserved areas.
The Steven M. Thompson Physician Corps Loan Repayment Program encourages recently licensed physicians and surgeons to practice in Health Professional Shortage Areas – Primary Care (HPSA-PC) and Primary Care Shortage Areas (PCSA) in California. The program repays up to $105,000 in educational loans in exchange for full-time service for a minimum of three (3) years and can be awarded up to two (2) times.
The Licensed Mental Health Services Provider Education Program (LMHSPEP) aims to increase the number of appropriately trained Mental Health providers in California and encourages those professionals to provide direct patient care in Medically Underserved Areas in California. The Licensed Mental Health Services Provider Education Program may award up to $15,000 to repay educational loans and can be awarded up to three (3) times.
The Licensed Vocational Nurse Loan Repayment Program (LVNLRP) aims to increase the number of appropriately trained Licensed Vocational Nurses in California and encourages those professionals to provide direct patient care in Medically Underserved Areas in California. The Licensed Vocational Nurse Loan Repayment Program may award up to $6,000 and can be awarded up to three (3) times. If awarded, recipients agree to continue practicing full time, direct patient care at a qualified facility in California for a twelve (12) month service obligation.
The Bachelor of Science Nursing Loan Repayment Program (BSNLRP) aims to increase the number of appropriately trained Registered Nurses in California and encourages those professionals to provide direct patient care in Medically Underserved Areas in California. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing Loan Repayment may award up to $10,000. If awarded, recipients agree to a one-year service obligation practicing direct patient care at a qualified facility in California and can be awarded up to three (3) times.
The CMSP Allied Healthcare Loan Repayment Program (AHLRP) aims to increase the number of appropriately trained Allied Healthcare professionals in California and encourages those professionals to provide direct patient care in CMSP-designated counties in California. The CMSP Allied Healthcare Loan Repayment Program (AHLRP) is for individuals currently licensed and practicing one of the acceptable Allied Healthcare professions. Applicant must agree to provide direct patient care 32 hours or more per week and be willing to continue working at a CMSP contracted provider location or facility for twelve (12) months.
The purpose of the TSI+ Program is for DTSC to provide assessments, investigations, and cleanup planning to help evaluate real or perceived environmental contamination needed to allow redevelopment of brownfields to safe and productive uses. Under the TSI+ Program, Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) provides assessment, investigation, or cleanup planning services at no cost to the applicant. The TSI+ Program focuses on brownfields for which redevelopment is complicated by the presence or potential presence of environmental contamination. Then intent of the program is to focus on brownfield properties in communities that are disadvantaged, have environmental justice issues, or are disproportionately burdened by and vulnerable to multiple sources of pollution, such as those...
OTS Mini-Grant
closedThe Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control provides funding up to $20,000 for local Police Departments and Sheriff’s Departments to reduce alcohol-related harm in California. *See Grant Purpose
CDFW is seeking projects that protect, restore, or enhance Coho Salmon habitat in eligible North Coast watersheds to aid in the recovery and conservation Coho Salmon. Eligible projects must protect, restore, or enhance Coho Salmon habitat in eligible North Coast watersheds (see Focus Watersheds) to aid in the recovery and conservation of Coho Salmon. In addition, CDFW is seeking projects that contribute to implementation of the California Water Action Plan, State Wildlife Action Plan, Safeguarding California Plan, the California Biodiversity Initiative, CDFW’s Recovery Strategy for Coho Salmon (2004), Priority Action Coho Team Report (2020), South Fork Eel River SHaRP report (2021), or other actions identified in a publicly available, authoritative Coho Salmon recovery document for the...
WHALE TAIL® Grants
closedWHALE TAIL® Grants help people connect to the California coast and its watersheds through experiential education, stewardship, and outdoor experiences. WHALE TAIL® Grants focus on reaching communities that have historically received fewer marine education and stewardship opportunities, and strive for a broad geographic distribution throughout California. The California Coastal Commission's WHALE TAIL® Grants fund projects that connect children and the general public to the California Coast and its watersheds through experiential education, stewardship, and outdoor experiences. Eligible project fall into one or more of the following four categories: 1) youth education programs, 2) programs for educating the general public, 3) climate change education and stewardship, 4) shoreline cleanup...
The CalCRG program awards grants to Local Health Departments and qualified Community-based Nonprofit Organizations to support job placement, mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, system navigation services, legal services to address barriers to reentry, and linkages to medical care for communities disproportionately affected by past federal and state drug policies, also known as the War on Drugs. The California Community Reinvestment Grants program was included in the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (Proposition 64), which was approved by California voters on November 8, 2016. In accordance with the proposition, the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) will award grants to Local Health Departments and at least 50 percent to qualified...
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program provides assistance to civil engineers in solving a variety of engineering challenges using Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA), which is produced from shredded tires, is lightweight, free-draining, and a less expensive alternative to conventional aggregates. Eligible Projects: Projects generally fall into one of five categories (see TDA Uses for more complete descriptions): Category 1: Mechanically Stabilized TDA (retaining walls). Category 2: Low Impact Development (storm water mitigation including storm water infiltration galleries). Category 3: Lightweight fill (slope stabilization, embankment...
Research proposals are currently being accepted by the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Vertebrate Pest Control Program (VPCP) within the Integrated Pest Control Branch. Proposals may focus on research and/or education projects to enhance control measures of vertebrate pests that pose a significant threat to the welfare of state’s agricultural economy, infrastructure, environment, and the public. The Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program is authorized to approve a total of $200,000 worth of research in to vertebrate pest control methods per year. Proposals will be reviewed by scientific and administrative staff who will conduct an initial review of all submitted proposals for completeness. Proposals will be considered for funding twice annually during the...
See standard agreement. ESG funds may be used for four primary activities: Street Outreach, Rapid Re-Housing Assistance, Emergency Shelter, and Homelessness Prevention. In addition, ESG funds may be used for associated Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) costs and administrative activities for some subrecipients. The ESG program provides funding for the following objectives: • Engaging individuals and families experiencing homelessness. • Improving the quality of Emergency Shelters (ES) for individuals and families experiencing homelessness by helping to operate these shelters, and by providing essential services to shelter residents;• Rapidly re-housing individuals and families experiencing homelessness; and• Preventing families/individuals from becoming homeless. The funds...
The purpose of the YE Program is to establish or expand access to a range of housing options that meet the needs of youth experiencing homelessness, and to provide crisis intervention and stabilization services so that the immediate crises these youth face can be resolved and they can focus on their futures. Up to 12 NGOs will be funded (only one agency per county). Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, and Santa Clara Counties are mandated by statute to receive funding under this program. However, the agencies that previously received funding for the YE Program are not guaranteed to be awarded funding. All agencies applying from these counties who meet eligibility criteria will be considered for funding.
Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) and Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) 2021
closedAuthorized by Section 203 of the Stafford Act, Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) will support states, local communities, tribes and territories as they undertake hazard mitigation projects, reducing the risks they face from disasters and natural hazards. FMA is authorized by Section1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended (NFIA), 42 U.S.C. 4104c, with the goal of reducing or eliminating claims. Cal OES BRIC Subapplication Recommendations and Funding Priorities: Along with FEMA’s NOFO guidelines, Cal OES recommends that subapplicants further consider the competitiveness of the BRIC program when proposing projects. Projects are most likely to be successful if they address one or more of the following: High-impact, neighborhood scale, natural...
The Program is seeking proposals for climate adaptation and resiliency projects that protect, restore, and improve upper watershed lands in the Sierra Nevada and Cascade Mountains, including forest lands, meadows, wetlands, chaparral, and riparian habitat. WCB anticipates awarding up to $18 million in grants selected through this PSN, and funds must be expended by March 31, 2026. The minimum grant amount requested from WCB should be no less than $100,000. The Program allows for the following types of projects: Priority 1: -Restoration of degraded montane meadows and streams -Reforestation and post-fire habitat recovery -Restoration of aspen stands -Acquisitions that protect meadow habitat, migration corridors, or habitat connectivity Priority 2: -Road improvements benefiting...
Finance the new construction, rehabilitation, and acquisition of owner-occupied and rental units for agricultural workers, with a priority for lower income households This NOFA provides grants, deferred-payment loans, or a combination thereof, for the construction and rehabilitation of housing for agricultural workers and their families. To be eligible to apply for funding, the applicant shall be a local public entity, nonprofit corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership, duly constituted governing body of an Indian reservation or rancheria or a tribally designated housing entity, having sufficient capacity (including financial resources, an office, staff, and payroll) and experience to carry out the proposed project as set forth in California Code of Regulations...
Provides funding to help cleanup and prevent illegal dumping on 'farm and/or ranch' property, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Usually three application cycles are available each fiscal year; this is the second cycle. CalRecycle offers this Program pursuant to Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code (PRC). Project sites shall be located on 'farm and ranch' property (both private and public land are eligible), where the owner is not responsible for the illegal disposal. 'Farm and ranch' property is defined in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees have approximately two years to complete the project(s). Sites shall be fully remediated (cleaned up) with grant funds, or a combination of grant funds and in-kind funds/services. Funding...
The purpose of the Small Community Drought Relief Program is to provide immediate and near-term financial and technical support to help small communities survive this and future droughts. The Small Community Drought Relief Program (Program) was authorized by the Legislature pursuant to the Budget Act of 2021 as amended (Stats. 2022, ch. 44, § 25) and its Trailer Bill, (Wat. Code, § 13198 et seq.). The Trailer Bill authorized specified state agencies, defined as implementing agencies, subject to an appropriation for these purposes, to make grants and direct expenditures for interim or immediate relief in response to conditions arising from a drought scenario to address immediate impacts on human health and safety and on fish and wildlife resources and to provide water to persons or...
Fund one public or private-nonprofit agency to ensure an African American/Black Statewide Coordinating Center (SCC) is fully functional through April 23, 2023. The California Department of Public Health, California Tobacco Control Program (CDPH/CTCP) is issuing this solicitation for the purpose of funding one (1) public, or private-nonprofit agency to ensure that an African American/Black Statewide Coordinating Center is fully functional through April 23, 2023 on par with the services provided by the Statewide Coordinating Centers that were funded by RFA 17-10593 Priority Population Coordinating Centers to serve the 1) Asian and Pacific Islander; 2) Hispanic/Latino; and 3) Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ) populations. Each of these Statewide Coordinating Centers was...
Cleanup in Vulnerable Communities Initiative Equitable Community Revitalization Grants (ECRG)
closedDTSC’s Cleanup in Vulnerable Communities Initiative Equitable Community Revitalization Grant provided $85.5 million in grants through a competitive process for: community-wide assessments, site-specific investigations, and site-specific cleanups. The Department of Toxic Substances Control's (DTSC's) Cleanup in Vulnerable Communities Initiative Equitable Community Revitalization Grant Program provided approximately $85.5 million in grants through a competitive process for investigations and cleanup of brownfields, in disadvantaged, vulnerable communities, to protect public health and provide opportunities for community revitalization.
The purpose of the CalHome program is to support existing Homeownership programs for Low and Very Low-Income Households, and thereby increase Homeownership, encourage neighborhood revitalization and sustainable development, and maximize use of existing homes. CalHome funds may assist in the repair and replacement of housing impacted by a disaster for Households at or below moderate income. Eligible Applicants include Local Juridictions and Nonprofit Corporations limited to the following Counties: Butte, Fresno, Glenn, Lake, Lassen, Los Angeles, Madera, Mendocino, Monterey, Napa, Nevada, Plumas, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Trinity, Tulare, Yolo, and Yuba Counties.HCD is making CalHome funds...
VICTIM IMPACT GRANT
closedVictim Impact programs are victim-focused restorative justice programs provided by volunteers/community based organizations. These programs must employ restorative justice principles, have an emphasis on offender accountability, and provide opportunities for offenders to understand the impact of the harm caused by crime. This Request for Applications (RFA) provides the information necessary to prepare a proposal to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) for grant funds available in the Fiscal Years 2022/2023 through 2023/2024 for Victim Impact Grant Programs. The purpose of the Victim Impact Grants is to provide grant funds to eligible nonprofit organizations for delivery of victim impact programs at one or more California State Institutions. This project...
The purpose of the RP Program is to ensure the continuity of domestic violence services and/or response to COVID-19 by providing funding for non-shelter supportive services and/or prevention activities. Applicants must be governmental or non-governmental organizations (NGOs) serving domestic violence victims. Priority will be given to NGOs not currently funded through the Domestic Violence Assistance (DV), Equality in Prevention and Services for Domestic Abuse (GL), and Domestic Violence Housing First (XD) Programs.
The CA Dept. of Public Health shall provide a grant to and for the benefit of the Grantee; purpose of the grant is to provide the Grantee training/experience in applied epidemiology and public health during placements with governmental health agencies. The Grantee agrees to perform research in the area of epidemiology and gain hands-on experience working with an epidemiologist preceptor(s) in either local or state health departments in CA. Grantee will participate in the CDPH California Epidemiologic Investigation Service (Cal-EIS) Fellowship Program and will receive training and experience in applied epidemiology and public health and will conduct a research project per Health and Safety Code Section 131085(a)(4). The maximum amount payable under the Grant shall not exceed $45,000.00...
See Standard Agreement ESG funds may be used for four primary activities: Street Outreach, Rapid Re-Housing Assistance, Emergency Shelter, and Homelessness Prevention. In addition, ESG funds may be used for associated Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) costs and administrative activities for some subrecipients. The ESG program provides funding for the following objectives: • Engaging individuals and families experiencing homelessness. • Improving the quality of Emergency Shelters (ES) for individuals and families experiencing homelessness by helping to operate these shelters, and by providing essential services to shelter residents;• Rapidly re-housing individuals and families experiencing homelessness; and• Preventing families/individuals from becoming homeless. The funds are...
The goal of this program is to improve the environmental conditions of the Delta and Suisun Marsh. To do this, the Conservancy will fund projects that address at least one of the following priorities: 1) ecosystem protection, restoration, and enhancement; 2) water quality; and 3) water-related agricultural sustainability. The Proposition 1 Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality Grant Program provides competitive grants for multibenefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects in accordance with statewide priorities. Program priorities are: 1) ecosystem protection, restoration, and enhancement; 2) water quality; and 3) water-related agricultural sustainability. Emphasis is placed on projects that use public lands and those that maximize voluntary landowner participation...
The Library Workforce Partnership Initiative (LWPI) is a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funding opportunity for ten California public libraries to partner with Local Workforce Development Boards (Local Boards). By extending and enhancing their ability to support employment, public libraries can establish a leadership role in their communities as California fights to recover from the effects of the pandemic. Working with a cohort of ten libraries and Local Workforce Development Boards, successful awardees will build staff skills and knowledge about workforce development and enhance workforce development in their communities. Local Boards in California will work with public libraries and together they will promote employment, career development, and skill building for job...
Community Connections
closedThe purpose of this project is to eliminate barriers that prevent people from accessing vital community resources, particularly in the areas of housing, health, nutrition, employment, and education through establishing community resource navigators in up to ten California Public Libraries. This program will help California public libraries build staff skills and knowledge about social care resources, as well as create or join a hub of local social service organizations. Collaborations with existing service providers will be an essential element of each successful project. By expanding their capacity to provide effective social service assistance, successful awardees will build resilience and improve the health and wellbeing of their communities. All participating libraries will: ·...
The Federal PCSGP is a discretionary grant program administered by the California Department of Education, Charter Schools Division. This funding will allow California Department of Education to award up to two sub-grants to external parties to provide technical assistance to charter school authorizers in California and work in partnership to develop a Rural Charter School Authorizer Network. The PCSGP Charter School Authorizer (CSA) Technical Assistance Providers (TAP) Sub-Grant provides up to two sub-grants, not to exceed $726,000 total, to external parties to provide technical assistance to charter school authorizers in California. Funds awarded to CSA TAP sub-grantees will be used to provide technical assistance workshops to charter school authorizers related to best practices for...
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program promotes markets for recycled surfacing products derived from only CA-generated waste tires. It is aimed at encouraging first-time/limited users of rubberized pavement in two project types – Rubberized Asphalt Concrete Hot-Mix and Rubberized Chip Seal. An application may include rubberized pavement (hot-mix and chip seal) projects for roadways, Class 1 bikeways (as defined in Streets and Highway Code section 890.4(a)), greenways, and disability access at parks. A greenway is a travel corridor for pedestrians, bicycles, non-motorized vehicle transportation, recreation, or a combination thereof...
This grant is ONLY open to Small Business Development Centers. This is NOT a grant for small businesses. This grant is to help small businesses and entrepreneurs navigate the financing landscape and successfully access the funding they need to operate and/or expand their businesses. Funds are dedicated for the Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) in Northern, Central, LA, Orange County Inland Empire, and San Diego and Imperial. The California Small Business Technical Assistance Expansion Program (SB TAEP or Program) was created in 2018 to expand the capacity of federal small business technical assistance programs in California. The Program was enacted in Government Code Section 12100.60-12100.69. The California Office of Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) at the Governor’s Office...
This grant is ONLY open to Small Business Technical Assistance Providers. This is NOT a grant to small businesses. TAEP seeks to expand consulting and training to small businesses entrepreneurs. Funding is for new or enhanced consulting and training services to small businesses. Applicants must provide match funding in the form of federal or private funding to conduct technical assistance to small businesses. Please see RFP for more information. Summary This grant is ONLY open to Small Business Technical Assistance Providers. This is NOT a grant to small businesses. TAEP seeks to expand consulting and training to small businesses entrepreneurs. Funding is for new or enhanced consulting and training services to small businesses. Applicants must provide match funding in the form of...
The purpose of the LE Program is to create or enhance specialized units to provide a coordinated response to victims of domestic violence and their children. This will be accomplished through investigation of incidents, immediate victim advocacy, training for patrol officers/first responders, and the development of effective protocols and practices that will continue after the Grant Subaward performance cycle has ended. To be eligible to receive funds: The Applicant must be a city or county law enforcement department within the State of California, as defined in California Penal Code § 830.1. Receive a minimum of 50% of available points to be eligible for funding; however, a minimum score does not guarantee funding.
The California State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) increases the number of primary care physicians, dentists, dental hygienists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives, pharmacists, and mental/behavioral health providers practicing in federally designated California Health Professional Shortage Areas. California State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants from selected medical disciplines for the maximum award amount of $50,000 for a two or four-year service commitment in a California Health Professional Shortage Area or in a Federally Qualified Health Center. Practice sites must meet SLRP site eligibility requirements in order for the providers, working at that site, to qualify for SLRP. The SLRP practice matches the SLRP award...
The Public Library Staff Education Program is a tuition reimbursement program developed by the California State Library to improve library services to California’s diverse communities. To support the professional development of California public libraries, the California State Library provides California public library staff with tuition reimbursement for courses required for a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science. Employees of public libraries and county law libraries are eligible to apply for tuition reimbursement for their graduate coursework toward a master’s in library science at an ALA-accredited library school. This program is competitive; not every applicant will be selected to receive funding. The program includes a waiting list, and applicants who are not selected...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funds projects that enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops. The SCBGP is designed to support all sectors of California's specialty crop industry and improve the performance of California specialty crops within local, domestic, national, and international markets. In addition to the regular SCBGP funding authorized by the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“Farm Bill”) the United States Congress has awarded additional one-time SCBGP funding to state departments of agriculture due to the COVID-19 impacts on the food system under House Resolution 133 (“H.R. 133 Stimulus Funding”). Funding and Duration CDFA anticipates that up to $10 million will be awarded to...
Sea Otter Recovery Grants
closedCoastal Conservancy grants funded by the California Sea Otter Fund can be used for a variety of activities related to southern sea otter recovery and improving the nearshore ecosystem. The California State Coastal Conservancy (Conservancy) announces the availability of grants to public agencies, tribes and nonprofit organizations for projects that facilitate the recovery of the southern sea otter along California’s coasts. Background The Coastal Conservancy (“Conservancy”) is a California state agency, established in 1976, to work with local communities to implement multi-benefit projects that protect and enhance coastal resources. The Conservancy works along the entire length of California’s coast, within the watersheds of rivers and streams that extend inland from the coast...
Grants to prevent or cleanup contamination of groundwater that serves as a source of drinking water. Eligible applicants include public agencies, non-profit organizations, public utilities, tribes, andmutual water companies. Contamination in groundwater is defined, and is typically tied to exceedances of a primaryMaximum Contaminant Level or notification level. Typical projects funded in previous rounds include primarily extraction and treatment systems, as well as seawater intrusion prevention projects, and well abandonment projects. Costs that identified responsible parties are able and willing to pay are not eligible. Typical match is 50% of the total project cost, with reductions considered for disadvantagedcommunities. Round 3 is for implementation projects only...
The purpose of Community Air Grants is to provide community-based organizations with logistical and technical assistance to support their efforts in improving local air quality. Projects are intended to further the purposes of AB 617 and AB 32 by designing and executing projects that build capacity in communities through supporting community-based organizations’ and community members’ participation in the Community Air Protection Program. Community Air Grant Project priorities include projects that: foster workforce development, prioritize equitable public participation and demonstrate local partnership building and coordination, leveraging, in-kind support, or other forms of collaboration and advance environmental justice within the context of California’s air quality policies. The...
Early Education Teacher Development Grant is funded in combination with the Prekindergarten Planning and Implementation Grant. The entirety of the Prekindergarten Planning and Implementation Grant Program was established as a state initiative with the goal of expanding access to classroom-based pre-k programs at local educational agencies (LEAs) and planning for the increased number of teachers needed to fully implement Universal Pre-K. Local education agencies (e.g., School Districts, Charter Schools, and County Offices of Education) must submit a successful request for application (RFA) describing how the LEA will both increase the number of early educators available to serve in the California State Preschool Program (CSPP) and Transitional Kindergarten (TK), and increase specific...
In 2021, the California state legislature appropriated $3 million in funding to the Department of Fish and Wildlife (Department) to “develop a grant process to allocate funds to pay for the deterrence of wolf presence near livestock, the impacts of wolf presence on livestock, and for verified loss of livestock for participating ranchers.” In 2021, the California state legislature appropriated $3 million in funding to the Department to develop a Wolf-Livestock Compensation Pilot Program to help minimize the impact of gray wolves on livestock producers. The pilot program offers compensation to eligible livestock producers specific to the following primary areas of need (prongs): Prong 1. Direct Loss - Compensation for verified livestock losses (confirmed/probable wolf) incurred on or...
Provide 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.
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY21
closedProvide 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.
The purpose of the ST Program is to support and enhance specialized units to provide a coordinated response to adolescent (age 11 and older) and adult victims of sexual assault through compassionate investigative interviewing, immediate victim advocacy, training for patrol officers/first responders, and the development/updating of effective protocols and practices. Promotes the development and the implementation of effective, victim-centered law enforcement, prosecution, and court strategies to address violent crimes against women and the development and enhancement of victim services in cases involving violent crimes against women.
Provides funding to construct or improve infrastructure used by transient recreational vessels 26 feet or more in length. The Boating Infrastructure Grant program is designed to provide infrastructure and services for recreational boats 26 feet or more in length. Goals of the program include: 1. enhance access to recreational, historic, cultural and scenic resources; 2. strengthen community ties to the water’s edge and economic benefits; 3. promote public/private partnerships and entrepreneurial opportunities; 4. provide continuity of public access to the shore; and 5. promote awareness of transient boating opportunities.
Provides funding to help cleanup and prevent illegal dumping on 'farm and/or ranch' property, as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 17991(d). Usually three application cycles are available each fiscal year; this is the first cycle. CalRecycle offers this Program pursuant to Section 48100 of the Public Resources Code (PRC). Project sites shall be located on 'farm and ranch' property (both private and public land are eligible), where the owner is not responsible for the illegal disposal. 'Farm and ranch' property is defined in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees have approximately two years to complete the project(s). Sites shall be fully remediated (cleaned up) with grant funds, or a combination of grant funds and in-kind funds/services. Funding...
The Song-Brown program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide healthcare in California’s medically underserved areas. Pursuant to the Song-Brown Health Care Workforce Training Act, Health & Safety Code Sections 128200, et. seq., the California Healthcare Workforce Policy Commission (Commission) will consider applications to support the training of family nurse practitioner (FNP) and primary care physician assistant (PA) training programs. After review of the applications, the Commission makes recommendations for grant awards to the Director of the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD).
The XY Program is to provide advocacy and support services to unserved/underserved child and youth victims of crime. This can be accomplished by maintaining and/or enhancing the existing efforts to commit staff time to specifically address the needs of the identified child and youth victim population, hiring staff that reflects that population, training staff on the cultural norms of the population, and/or increasing outreach efforts. To be eligible to receive funds, the Applicant must be a non-governmental organization (NGO) that provides services to child and youth victims who are under the age of 18.
This competitive tire grant program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. The Program provides assistance to civil engineers in solving a variety of engineering challenges using Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA), which is produced from shredded tires, is lightweight, free-draining, and a less expensive alternative to conventional aggregates. Eligible Projects: Projects generally fall into one of five categories (see TDA Uses for more complete descriptions): Category 1: Mechanically Stabilized TDA (retaining walls). Category 2: Low Impact Development (storm water mitigation including storm water infiltration galleries). Category 3: Lightweight fill (slope stabilization, embankment...
The intent of the Proud Parenting Program is to support young parents who are or were involved in the juvenile systems and/or who are considered crossover youth within the child welfare system. This grant program assists participants and their children by supporting approaches that increase parenting knowledge, supports positive parent-child interactions, and improves co-parenting relationships. The Proud Parenting Grant Program, previously known as the “Young Men as Fathers Program,” was originally established in 1997 under the California Youth Authority. In 2005, the Corrections Standards Authority assumed grant administration responsibility for the program and in 2012, upon its establishment, the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) assumed responsibility. The intent of the...
Is intended to improve access to mental health crisis services in California for children and youth, ages 21 and under by funding a statewide expansion of mobile crisis support teams (MCSTs), crisis stabilization and Children’s Crisis Residential Program beds, and family respite care via grants available to counties. Chapter 30, Statutes of 2016 (SB 833), Section 20, established the Investment in Mental Health Wellness Grant Program for Children and Youth and is intended to improve access to mental health crisis services in California for children and youth, ages 21 and under. SB 833 provides a mechanism for funding a statewide expansion of mobile crisis support teams (MCSTs), crisis stabilization and Children’s Crisis Residential Program beds, and family respite care via grants available...
Proposition 1 Grant Program
closedImplementing the California Water Action Plan in the Coachella Valley. Any project that meets the objectives of Proposition 1 may apply, but the Conservancy is particularly interested in the following endeavors: Land acquisition projects that preserve watershed features, flows into the aquifer, Whitewater River and Flood Plain or the Salton Sea; prevent flooding; or conserve habitat areas for endangered or threatened species of animals and plants. Watershed restoration or enhancement projects, such as those that reclaim natural features like streambeds, washes, or percolation areas; remove invasive species that draw excessive amounts of water from the aquifer or harm endangered or threatened species; or create refugia or new habitat area for such species. Infrastructure projects...
The principal goal of this program is to provides grants to Non-entitlement Local Governments in California to assist persons experiencing or At risk of homelessness and investments that increase the supply of housing to households with incomes of 60 percent or less of area median income. The non-Entitlement competitive grant program component prioritizes assistance to persons experiencing or At risk of homelessness and investments that increase the supply of housing to households with incomes of 60% or less of AMI. A. Eligible Applicants Applicant must be a Non-Entitlement Local Government. A Non-Entitlement Local Government means a Local Government in an area which is not a metropolitan city or part of an urban county, a Local Government that, as of September 1, 2017, was an...
Wildlife Conservation Board’s Public Access Program’s projects should focus on creating meaningful outdoor experiences for all Californians. Projects should provide public benefits, leverage funding to produce the greatest benefit, and provide access to natural and wild areas. The 2021 Public Access Proposal Solicitation (PSN) has up to $5 million to spend, with an average grant term of 3 years. The PSN prioritizes: boating access projects, hunting and fishing projects, and non-consumptive wildlife-oriented recreation. Planning and implementation projects are to be considered. Planning grants are intended to support the development of projects that are likely to qualify for future implementation funding under this program. Implementation grants are intended for construction, enhancement...
The purpose of the XS Program is to fund a Sexual Assault Counselor, per Evidence Code §1035.2, to act as a Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Advocate to take a role in the planning and coordinating of SART efforts in their community with the goal of improving the quality of, response to, and services for, sexual assault victims. To be eligible to receive funds, the entity must:1. Be a Cal OES-funded Rape Crisis (RC) Program Subrecipient.2. Receive a minimum of 50% of available points on the Rating Sheet.3. Applicants applying for federal funds must be registered in the federal System for Award Management (SAM) and have an expiration date that is at least eight weeks after the Application due date. Check SAM status.4. Applicants that are community-based organizations must be registered...
CAL FIRE's Urban & Community Forestry Program (UCF) works to expand and improve the management of trees and related vegetation in communities throughout California. The program advances the development of sustainable urban and community forests to improve the quality of life in urban environments which are where Californians live, work, and play. The program administers grants throughout California communities to advance urban forestry efforts. Please see the program's grants web page for further details, grant guidelines, and the online concept proposal form. GRANT TYPESUrban Forest Expansion and ImprovementUrban tree planting and planting of urban vegetation to provide multiple benefits, tree and plant establishment care, and planting site preparation. In addition to tree planting, a...
The purpose of the IIG Program is to promote infill housing development by providing financial assistance for Capital Improvement Projects that are an integral part of, or necessary to facilitate the development of, a Qualifying Infill Project or a Qualifying Infill Area. This Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) will provide grants to for-profit or nonprofit developers, localities, or public agencies for Capital Improvement Projects in support of Qualifying Infill Projects (QIPs) or Qualifying Infill Areas (QIAs). To be eligible for funding, a Capital Improvement Project must be an integral part of, or necessary for the development of either a Qualifying Infill Project or housing designated within a Qualifying Infill Area. Eligible costs include the construction, rehabilitation...
The purpose of the XB Program is to provide advocacy and counseling services to children/teenagers who have been victimized by bullying and/or school violence. VOCA funds must not be used for preventive services.
The Natural Community Conservation Planning Local Assistance Grant (NCCP LAG) Program was created to assist local public and non-profit entities in the implementation of Natural Community Conservation Plans (NCCPs) throughout California. CDFW offers NCCP LAGs to eligible Applicants on an annual basis for the highest priority tasks needed to implement NCCPs. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife seeks proposals for highest priority projects associated with NCCP implementation. The intention of this Proposal Solicitation Package is to solicit proposals of the highest quality that are consistent with the goals of the NCCP Program. To help achieve this intention, this Proposal Solicitation Package (PSP) provides guidance on Applicant eligibility, the grant process and deadlines, and...
The principal goal of this program is to make funding available to eligible Local Governments in California for housing-related projects and programs that assist in addressing the unmet housing needs of their local communities. See standard agreement
The VHHP program finances the development of affordable rental and Transitional Housing for Veterans, with an emphasis on housing Extremely Low- Income Veterans experiencing Homelessness. The VHHP program is administered by the Department, in collaboration with the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) and the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA). The Veterans Housing and Homelessness Prevention loan provides post-construction residual receipts permanent loans to fund the development of affordable multifamily rental housing that contains permanent supportive housing units and affordable housing units for veterans and their families. Funds are used for the acquisition and/or construction or rehabilitation of an affordable rental housing development or transitional...
The principal goal of this program is to provide matching grants to Local Housing Trust Funds so that they can fund affordable housing. A. Eligible Applicants An applicant must be: 1. A city, county, or city and county that has created, funded, and operated an existing Local Housing Trust Fund or that has created and funded a new Local Housing Trust Fund in compliance with Guidelines Sections 102(a)(1), 102(a)(2), and 102(a)(3). A Local Housing Trust Fund or Regional Housing Trust Fund that was created, funded, and operated by a combination of two or more cities or counties must agree in its application to utilize program funds only for Eligible Projects located in cities or counties that at the time of application have met the requirements outlined in Guidelines Section 102(a)(4). ...
The Tire Incentive Program (TIP) provides a reimbursement (as an incentive payment program) to eligible businesses that use (recycled) crumb rubber in eligible products or substitute crumb rubber for virgin rubber, plastic, or other raw materials in products. The program’s goal is to increase demand for crumb rubber and promote higher value products. Eligible applicants include: • Manufacturers that produce (or will produce) an eligible product.• Waste tire processors that also manufacture an eligible product.• Manufacturers of devulcanized rubber.• Rubber compounders.• Manufacturers of calendered rubber sheeting products.• Manufacturers that produce products on a contract basis for other companies provided they have that other company’s written permission to produce an eligible...
Permanently protect croplands, rangelands, and lands utilized for the cultivation of traditional resources from conversion to non-agricultural uses. Protecting these lands promotes smart growth within existing jurisdictions, ensures open space remains available, and supports healthy agricultural and tribal food systems, and resulting food security. Please note: pre-proposals were required. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Agricultural Conservation Acquisitions provide funding to leverage the protection of strategically located, highly productive, and critically threatened agricultural land, via the purchase of permanent agricultural...
Grants from $5,000 to $25,000 to eligible small businesses and nonprofits impacted by COVID-19 and the related health and safety restrictions. Lendistry has been designated by the state to act as the intermediary for the Program to disburse the grant funds. Visit CAReliefGrant.com to apply. Round 5 is Wednesday, April 28th through Tuesday, May 4th. Eligible Round 1, 2, 3, and 5 applicants will automatically be entered in Round 5. The program is not on a “first come, first served” basis. Round 6 application period: Wednesday, April 28th through Tuesday, May 4th at 5:00PM Partners will provide technical assistance to business owners and nonprofits (to include translation/interpretation services) during application preparation and online submission. Once applications are received...
2020-2021 Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) Land Use Planning Grants
closedTo protect critical agricultural lands, to support infill & compact development, and to avoid increases in the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the conversion of agricultural land to non-agricultural uses. Planning grants support the development of local and regional land use policies and economic development strategies to protect these agricultural lands. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Planning Grants support the development and implementation of plans for the protection of agricultural land at risk of conversion to non-agricultural uses, maintaining the economic viability of the region’s...
The California Underserved and Small Producers (CUSP) Grant Program is designedto facilitate direct assistance to individual small-scale, mid-scale and sociallydisadvantaged farmers and ranchers who need support applying for economic reliefgrant programs and assistance with business planning and marketing strategies. The CUSP Grant Program has two components for which applicants can apply for one or both: Part 1: Technical Assistance for Underserved Farmers and Ranchers – Funding fortechnical assistance providers to support farmers and ranchers in applying for economicrelief grant programs and assistance with business planning and marketing strategiesand other business economic recovery activities. Part 2: Direct Grant Assistance for Underserved Farmers and Ranchers – Eligibleentities...
The California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) at the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) will select one Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program proposal written in response to Funding Opportunity No. SB-OIIFT-21-001 to endorse. Final proposal will receive a letter of support. Background on the U.S. SBA’s FAST Program The mission of U.S. SBA’s Office of Innovation & Technology, which bears responsibility for administering the FAST Program, is to strengthen the technological competitiveness of small businesses across the country through coordination and oversight of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The primary mission of the FAST program is to help...
The Tire-Derived Product (TDP) Grant Program promotes markets for recycled-content products derived from waste tires generated in California and decreases the adverse environmental impacts created by unlawful disposal and stockpiling of waste tires. Eligible applicants include: • Public entities include: o California cities o counties o public school districts o public colleges and universities o special districts o park or recreational districts o state agencies (including offices, departments, bureaus, and boards) o Qualifying Indian Tribes. • Eligible Products: Tire-derived products (TDP) must be made from only California-generated waste tires, processed in California and manufactured into a final product in California. For the purposes of this...
The Lunch at the Library program supports libraries in providing children and teens with meals and learning and enrichment opportunities during the summer while school is not in session. The partner agency will take the lead role in supporting libraries’ participation and agree to be the Fiscal Agent of record for the grant, disburse the funds, and be responsible for all grant requirements like contracts, fiscal records, and reports. The state-funded Lunch at the Library program supports libraries in providing children and teens with meals and learning and enrichment opportunities during the summer months while school is not in session. The California State Legislature has approved $800,000 for in one-time special funding for this project. The funds will support libraries in...
The Regional Park Program will create, expand, or improve regional parks and regional park facilities. This program is funded by Proposition 68 (2018 Bond Act) which is found in Public Resources Code §80065(a). The Regional Park Program will create, expand, or improve regional parks and regional park facilities. This program is funded by Proposition 68 (2018 Bond Act) which is found in Public Resources Code §80065(a). See www.parks.ca.gov/rpp including the "Application Guide" for more information.
The Rural Recreation and Tourism Program will create new recreation opportunities within rural communities to support health-related and economic goals. Grants will funds construction of parks. Both acquisition of land and development of land is eligible. This program is funded by Proposition 68 (2018 Bond Act), which is found in Public Resources Code §80090(a)(b). Projects will develop new recreation opportunities within rural communities to support health-related and economic goals. Projects will create, expand, or improve parks to support the health of local community residents, and, attract out of town visitors. for more information, see the "Application Guide" at www.parks.ca.gov/rrt
The Conservancy’s Forest Health and Wildfire Resilience Program will fund approximately $12 million in grants for ready-to-implement projects that reduce the risk of wildfire on public and protected lands. The goal of these grants is to take immediate action to improve fire safety of California’s communities and to restore the health and resilience of California forests, grasslands, and natural places. Proposed projects must be on public or protected lands. Planning projects are not eligible for this funding. Projects must meet at least one of the goals of California’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan, including but not limited to: Fuels Reduction or Forest Thinning ProjectsVegetation ManagementPrescribed FireShaded Fuel Breaks or Defensible Space projectsRestoration and...
The specific focus of the 2021 Immediate Action Wildfire and Forest Resilience Directed Grant Program is the implementation of forest health projects that address wildfire recovery and resilience and support the goals of California’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan and SNC’s Watershed Improvement Program. The program aims to support projects that result in a combination of multiple watershed, ecosystem, and community benefits. The specific focus of the 2021 Immediate Action Wildfire and Forest Resilience Directed Grant Program is the implementation of forest health projects that address wildfire recovery and resilience and support the goals of California’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan and SNC’s Watershed Improvement Program (WIP). California’s Wildfire and Forest...
GFO-20-608 – Ultra-Low-Carbon Fuel: Commercial-Scale Production Facilities & Blending Infrastructure
closedThe California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of $8.0 million to support ultra-low-carbon fuel in two funding categories: commercial-scale production facilities and blending infrastructure. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of $8.0 million to support ultra-low-carbon fuel in two funding categories: commercial-scale production facilities and blending infrastructure. Up to $6.0 million in grant funds is available for commercial-scale production facility projects (referred to in this solicitation as Fuel Production projects). Funding is available for new, ultra-low-carbon fuel production facilities, or for the expansion of...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The CEC’s Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $7,000,000 in grant funds for projects to design, engineer, construct, install, test, operate, and maintain a hydrogen facility in California that will produce 100 percent renewable hydrogen from in-state renewable resource(s). This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program announces the availability of up to $7,000,000 in grant funds for projects to design, engineer, construct, install, test, operate, and maintain a hydrogen facility in California that will produce 100 percent renewable hydrogen from in-state renewable resource(s). The facility, once constructed and operational, will be a source of 100%...
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is seeking high quality grant proposals for the cleanup and remediation of environmental damage in watersheds affected by cannabis cultivation on qualified government lands, which may include lands owned by eligible entities, or proposals that support the enhancement of watersheds and/or communities where cannabis cultivation occurs. Cleanup and remediation proposals should focus on the severe impacts of illicit cannabis operations such as: unlawful water diversions for irrigation, conversion of lands, poaching, and use of prohibited herbicides, rodenticides, and other environmental contaminants that are severely impacting California's fish and wildlife. There are two project types under this priority: (1) Project Type: Upland refuse...
The Song-Brown Program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide health care in California’s medically underserved areas. Awardees shall use the funding to expand primary care services. The funding will support Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), and Pediatric residency programs.
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for the local governments in implementing safe Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) programs for collection, public education, source reduction, reuse, and/or recycling of HHW. This grant cycle has been designed for smaller projects that complement existing and/or regional HHW programs in California. Grant applications must include one or more of the following types of projects: HHW public education and outreach for general audiences (may include extended producer responsibility (EPR) information).Implementation of sustainable EPR collection opportunities, to include but not limited to: (1)Promotion of an ongoing retail take-back program such as batteries or fluorescent lamps at...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for the local governments in implementing safe Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) programs for collection, public education, source reduction, reuse, and/or recycling of HHW. This competitive grant offering is designed to fund construction projects that establish new or expand existing HHW programs in California. HHW construction projects do not qualify for CalRecycle grant funding unless they are past the design phase of the project and are prepared for construction (shovel ready). Applicants must have completed proper site analysis, conceptual design and most of the local approval processes. The permitting, licensing and siting approval process must be well underway. ...
The goal of this initiative is to create partnerships with organizations currently serving the Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker community to reduce barriers and expand access points to the Employment Service and Employment-Related Law Complaint System. The Employment Development Department (EDD) announces the availability of up to $150,000 of Wagner-Peyser 10 Percent Governor’s Discretionary funds for the Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Complaint System Awareness and Referral Program for Program Year (PY) 2021-22. The goal of this initiative is to create partnerships with organizations currently serving the Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker community to reduce barriers and expand access points to the Employment Service and Employment-Related Law Complaint System. The grantee must...
This program provides deaf and hard of hearing individuals with enhanced services and training in select America’s Job Center of California locations throughout California. The Employment Development Department Workforce Services Branch announces the availability of Wagner-Peyser 10 percent Governor’s Discretionary funds of $2,500,000 for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Program. The purpose of these funds is to provide employment and training services to individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing. These funds will also ensure that services provided to deaf and hard of hearing individuals are at least equal to services received by non-deaf and non-hard of hearing individuals. This program provides deaf and hard of hearing individuals with enhanced services and training in select...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The CEC’s Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) is seeking block grant implementer(s) to design and implement up to $500 million or more in grant funds for various light-duty electric vehicle (EV) charger incentive projects throughout California. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The CEC’s Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) is seeking block grant implementer(s) to design and implement up to $500 million or more in grant funds for various light-duty electric vehicle (EV) charger incentive projects throughout California. References to the budget for this solicitation should be...
CalMoneySmart
closedCalMoneySmart is a grant program created by Senate Bill 455 (Ch. 478, Stats. 2019), which established the Financial Empowerment Fund. Through this program, the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) offers grants of up to $100,000 each to develop and deliver free financial education and empowerment programs to help unbanked and underbanked communities. The grants may be used to: Design, develop, or offer free classroom or web-based financial education and empowerment content intended to help unbanked and underbanked consumers achieve, identify, and access lower-cost financial products and services, establish or improve their credit, increase their savings, or lower their debt. Provide individualized, free financial coaching to unbanked and underbanked consumers. ...
The California Farmland Conservancy Program seeks to encourage the long-term, private stewardship of agricultural lands through planning and the voluntary use of agricultural conservation easements. The CFCP provides grant funding for easement and planning projects that support agricultural land conservation statewide. The California Farmland Conservancy Program seeks to encourage the long-term, private stewardship of agricultural lands through planning, the voluntary use of agricultural conservation easements and improvements on the property that make agricultural more valuable. The CFCP provides grant funding for easement, planning and improvement projects that support agricultural land conservation statewide.
Proposals that result in enduring benefits to the lower American River Parkway are encouraged. The primary focus is on implementation projects and land acquisitions that improve the quality of water that flows into and within the American River Parkway and projects that restore or enhance fish and wildlife habitat and other natural resources. Projects located in the Woodlake and Cal Expo plan areas will also be prioritized. The Solicitation has up to $2 million to spend, and funds must be expended by March 31, 2025. The Program allows for the following types of projects: Land acquisitions, planning and implementation projects for capital improvements that expand, restore, enhance, interpret, or protect the Parkway’s natural, cultural, historic, recreational, and educational resources...
California Public Resource Code (PRC) section 43230 authorizes CalRecycle to award grants to Local Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) to carry out their solid waste facilities permit and inspection programs. These grants are awarded only to LEAs and regional LEAs that are certified by CalRecycle pursuant to Title 4, California Code of regulations (CCR), Chapter 5, Article 2.1 and LEA Certificate Requirements. The program offers non-competitive grants to assist LEAs in implementing their solid waste facilities permit and inspection programs. Annual funding for this Program cannot exceed $1,500,000. Of this amount, $96,000 is allocated for CalRecycle’s LEA training and outreach activities; and the remaining $1,404,000 is distributed among grant applicants according to the Criteria and Process. ...
Aimed to assist charter schools lower costs to access facility acquisition, renovation, and construction financing. The federally-funded Charter Access to Bank Loan Enhancement (Charter ABLE) Program was created from an $20 million grant awarded through the federal “Expanding Quality Charter Schools Program – Grants for Credit Enhancement for Charter School Facilities” (CFDA #84.354A) grant competition in 2019. This program enhances financing to charter schools to lower costs associated with financings for permanent charter school facilities.
The CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program provides grants from $5,000 to $25,000 to eligible small businesses and nonprofits impacted by COVID-19 and the related health and safety restrictions. Lendistry has been designated by the state to act as the intermediary for the Program to disburse the grant funds. Visit CAReliefGrant.com Round 5 is 3/25/21 - 3/31/21 Eligible Round 1, 2, and 3 applicants automatically are entered into Round 5 The program is not on a “first come, first served” basis. Round 5 application period: Thursday, March 25th through Wednesday, March 31st Partners will provide technical assistance to business owners and nonprofits (to include translation/interpretation services) during application preparation and online submission. Once...
Proposition 1 – Round 2 Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Implementation Grant Program
closedThe IRWM Grant Program is designed to encourage integrated regional strategies for water resource management in California by providing funding for projects and programs throughout the state including climate change adaptation, providing incentives for collaboration and setting priorities in water resource and infrastructure management, and improving regional water self-reliance while reducing reliance on Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Grant applications are submitted by an eligible IRWM Region representative (applicant) and an application may have multiple projects from Local Project Sponsors (LPS). To be part of the application and access grant funding through their relationship with the applicant, LPS must meet eligibility requirements specified in the 2019 IRWM Grant Program...
The purpose of the Minor’s Counsel Program is to support the courts by appointing a minor’s counsel in child custody cases involving child abuse, neglect, or exploitation, and to determine if the appointment of minor’s counsel improves the criminal justice system’s response to these cases. ELIGIBILITY 1. To be eligible to receive funds, the Applicant must be a California Superior Court with a Family Court Services Program with no more than three to four judges. The Applicant must submit a letter, signed by the Court Executive Officer, certifying the number of judges working in the Family Court Services Program and confirming the judges will complete a survey, post resolution of the case, for all cases in which a minor’s counsel is appointed. 2. The Applicant must receive a minimum of...
SBTAEP2018-Special Projects
closedCalOSBA will prioritize proposals that demonstrate collaboration and best practice sharing in the community and across ecosystem partners to build a stronger network of programs, services, and activities that benefit all California small business. For the purposes of this announcement, these include research and/or marketing. The California Small Business Technical Assistance Expansion Program (SB TAEP or Program) was created in 2018 to expand the services of federally-awarded small business technical assistance programs in California, administered by and primarily funded by federal agencies, that provide one-on-one confidential free or low-cost consulting and training to small businesses and entrepreneurs in this state. The Program was enacted in Government Code Section...
Provides funding for prevention plans and implementation activities that help protect California’s reservoirs from a quagga and zebra (dreissenid) mussel infestation. DBW's Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program (QZ Grant Program) provides funding for two tiers/two types of projects: 1) Planning and Assessment projects; and 2) Implementation projects. Examples of projects include: developing Prevention Plans, purchasing pressure washers/decontamination units, inspection programs including staffing, materials and supplies. DBW coordinates and collaborates with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife on many aspects of this program.
The Local Conservation Corps (LCC) Grant Program provides grants to certified community conservation corps to serve youth 18-25 years of age with a 3 component program including job skills in recycling, education and career education. LCCs provide beverage container litter reduction programs, and waste tire, E-waste and used oil recycling-related services. Eligible LCCs are required to submit a comprehensive budget for each respective funding source and a narrative that includes goals, objectives, supporting activities and outcomes specific to each material fund source. CalRecycle staff will conduct a thorough review of all applications to confirm application completeness and an LCC’s grant award eligibility, which includes but is not limited to, being in good standing with CalRecycle. ...
The purpose of this grant offered through the Office of the Attorney General, California Department of Justice Tobacco Grant Program is to promote a healthier California by reducing illegal sales and marketing of cigarettes and tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, to minors. In accordance with Proposition 56, funds will be awarded to applicants that demonstrate the capacity to support and/or hire law enforcement officers for programs that include, but are not limited to, enforcing state laws and local ordinances relating to illegal sales of tobacco products to minors, marketing of tobacco products to minors, increasing investigative activities and compliance checks to reduce illegal sales of tobacco products to minors and youth. More information about the evaluation criteria is...
California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program Round 4 – Non Profit Cultural Institutions
closedThe Arts and Cultural Program will support California eligible nonprofit cultural institutions defined as registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit entities that satisfy the criteria for a qualified small business, but with no limitation on annual gross revenue. Grants range from $5,000 to $25,000. Lendistry has been designated by the state to act as the intermediary for the Program. Visitcareliefgrant.com/arts-and-culture/ for more information The program is not on a “first come, first served” basis. Round 4 application period: Tuesday, March 16th through Tuesday, March 23rd, 2021 Round 4 is open to Non-profit cultural institutions only. See https://careliefgrant.com/arts-and-culture/ for further detail Partners will provide technical assistance to nonprofits (to include...
This grant round seeks to advance coastal projects that directly benefit communities entitled to environmental justice and that improve water quality through restoration, habitat enhancement, and resilience to climate change. This solicitation seeks coastal projects that directly benefit communities entitled to environmental justice (Communities), including: disadvantaged and severely disadvantaged communities (DACs), California Native Tribes and Tribal Governments, and communities that score above 80% on CalEnviroScreen results. Priority will be given to coastal projects in or near Communities that propose restoration, habitat enhancement, and resilience to climate change, including adaptation to sea-level rise, flooding, and shoreline erosion. Additionally, OPC seeks to advance projects...
Enhancing public boating safety. This program provides grants to local government agencies for the purchase of boating safety and law enforcement water patrol equipment (patrol boats, personal watercraft, engines, search and rescue equipment, dive gear, etc.)
Improve public and navigational safety and reduce environmental damage. This program provides funding for abatement, removal, storage and disposal of abandoned or surrendered vessels and navigational hazards.
The Forest Health Program awards funding to landscape-scale land management projects that achieve the following objectives: Restore forest health & resilience to California’s forests. Promote long-term storage of carbon in forest trees & soils. Minimize the loss of forest carbon from high severity wildfires. Further California's climate change mitigation & adaptation goals. Through grants to regionally-based partners and collaboratives, CAL FIRE seeks to significantly increase fuels management, fire reintroduction, reforestation, and conservation of forests degraded by overcrowding, drought, pest infestation, and catastrophic fire. All Forest Health projects must have climate benefits that account for greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from 1) treatment activities, 2) avoided future wildfire...
The purpose of the Forest Legacy Program is to protect environmentally important forest land threatened with conversion to non-forest uses. Protection of California’s forests through this program ensures they continue to provide such benefits as sustainable timber production, wildlife habitat, recreation opportunities, watershed protection and open space. Intact forests also contribute significantly to the storage and sequestration of carbon. Working Forest Conservation Easements: Under this competitive grant program, CAL FIRE purchases or accepts donations of conservation easements or fee title of productive forest lands to encourage their long-term conservation. The primary tool CAL FIRE uses to conserve forest lands in perpetuity is permanent Working Forest Conservation Easements...
Fire Prevention Grants
closedN/A CAL FIRE’s Fire Prevention Grants Program provides funding for local projects and activities that address the risk of wildfire, reduce wildfire potential, and increase community resiliency. Funded activities include hazardous fuel reduction, fire prevention planning, and fire prevention education with an emphasis on improving public health and safety while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. California’s Strategic Fire Plan serves as a roadmap for project development. The criteria that will be used to select projects include: wildfire threat; carbon storage potential; and landscapes where projects will have the greatest benefits, such as areas with elevated levels of tree mortality and increased wildfire threat. Projects are evaluated based on the overall benefit to reduce the...
The intent of CAL FIRE's Forest Health Research Program is to fund scientific research that expands our knowledge in topics related to forest health and wildland fire. The outcomes of these projects will support agencies, organizations, landowners, and policy makers, while furthering the goals of the California Forest and Wildfire Resilience Action Plan and California Climate Investments. The Forest Health Research Program (hereafter “Research Program”) was established as part of CAL FIRE’s plan for implementing the California Forest Carbon Plan. It is one of several CAL FIRE programs funded through the California Climate Investments (CCI) program, Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. The mission of the Research Program is: To identify and prioritize research topics in forest health and fire...
Finance the new construction, rehabilitation, and acquisition of owner-occupied and rental units for agricultural workers, with a priority for lower income households. This NOFA provides grants, deferred-payment loans, or a combination thereof, for the construction and rehabilitation of housing for agricultural workers and their families. To be eligible to apply for funding, the applicant shall be a local public entity, nonprofit corporation, limited liability company, or limited partnership, duly constituted governing body of an Indian reservation or rancheria or a tribally designated housing entity, having sufficient capacity (including financial resources, an office, staff, and payroll) and experience to carry out the proposed project as set forth in California Code of Regulations...
This solicitation will fund projects to advance clean energy mobile backup systems or Mobile Renewable Backup Generation Systems (MORBUGs) that increase the resiliency of the electricity system to climate change and extreme weather events. The purpose of this solicitation is to provide $8 million of Technology Demonstration and Deployment (TD&D) and $6 million of Applied Research and Development (AR&D) funding to support the 2018-2020 EPIC Investment Plan Strategic Initiative S7.2.3 to Integrate Climate Readiness into Electricity System Operations, Tools, and Models. This solicitation will fund projects to advance clean energy mobile backup systems or Mobile Renewable Backup Generation Systems (MORBUGs) that increase the resiliency of the electricity system to climate change and extreme...
The Explore the Coast Overnight Program aims to expand opportunities for all Californians to stay overnight and experience the coast. The California State Coastal Conservancy announces the Explore the Coast Overnight project pre-proposal solicitation. The Explore the Coast Overnight Program aims to expand opportunities for all Californians to stay overnight and experience the coast. Through this program the Conservancy is now soliciting preproposals for planning, design, permitting, and construction of lower-cost coastal accommodation projects using the funds appropriated from Proposition 68, “The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection, and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018”.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is pleased to announce funding opportunities under the 2021 Fisheries Restoration Grant Program (FRGP) Proposal Solicitation Notice (Solicitation) for projects that lead to process-based restoration, enhancement, or protection of anadromous salmonid habitat. 2.0 Project TypesProposal applications will be accepted for the types of projects listed below, subject to the funding program criteria. Eligible project types are listed below within the NOAA PCSRF Funding Priorities. CDFW has developed a two-letter coding system for project types (see FRGP Guidelines, Part IV for detailed descriptions). 2.1 Priority 1 Project TypesProjects that restore, enhance, or protect salmonid habitat in anadromous watersheds through implementation or...
This grant program is designed to help divert waste tires from landfill disposal and prevent illegal tire dumping. Funds pay for waste tire collection events that are held in convenient locations for the public to bring in their used tires at no charge. An amnesty event may also consist of a coupon program that allows citizens to bring in their tires on specified days. Amnesty events are intended to be free and convenient waste tire collection events for the public to bring in tires that they generate and for businesses that have been victims of illegal dumping. Tires generated from farming equipment, or a small business are also allowed. Eligible applicants include: Local governments (cities, counties, or cities and counties) as defined in PRC section 48617, Special districts...
PDG articulates a vision for the state’s early learning and care (ELC) system. Children age birth through five, their families, and communities will thrive through an effective and impactful ELC mixed delivery system that is efficiently connected to additional child, family, and program supports. In partnership with the California Health and Human Services Agency (CHHSA), this program will allow the CDE to allocate $9,647,000 to the Quality Counts California Consortia and Tribal region to increase the support and capacity for family, friend, and neighbor care providers, family child care providers, and home-visiting providers to provide quality care for underserved populations, particularly infants and toddlers and low-income children and families living in rural and isolated communities...
AHSC Round 6
closedThe Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program makes it easier for Californians to drive less by making sure housing, jobs, and key destinations are accessible by walking, biking, and transit. https://sgc.ca.gov/programs/ahsc/ The Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program (AHSC) builds healthier communities and protects the environment by increasing the supply of affordable places to live near jobs, stores, transit, and other daily needs. Personal vehicle use is, by far, the most significant source of greenhouse gas emissions in California. AHSC reduces these emissions by funding projects that make it easier for residents to get out of their cars and walk, bike, or take public transit. Funded by auction proceeds from California’s Cap-and-Trade emissions...
This grant solicitation is being conducted to ensure there are Technical Assistance Providers available to provide outreach to farmers and ranchers about Climate Smart Agriculture programs and assist them in accessing a diversity of funding sources. Funds awarded through this competitive grant process will be distributed to several eligible entities and throughout the state to assist farmers and ranchers in applying to the Healthy Soils Program (HSP) and State Water Efficiency Enhancement Program (SWEEP) and provide continued assistance during project implementation.
Research proposals are currently being accepted by the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Vertebrate Pest Control Program (VPCP) within the Integrated Pest Control Branch. Proposals may focus on research and/or education projects to enhance control measures of vertebrate pests that pose a significant threat to the welfare of state’s agricultural economy, infrastructure, environment, and the public. The Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program is authorized to approve a total of $200,000 worth of research in to vertebrate pest control methods per year. Proposals will be reviewed by scientific and administrative staff who will conduct an initial review of all submitted proposals for completeness. Proposals will be considered for funding twice annually during the...
California Library Literacy Services (CLLS) supports public libraries in offering no cost adult literacy services in their communities. CLLS programs help thousands of California adults improve their basic reading, writing, math and/or speaking skills, and provide additional programs to support families. Program essentials are listed at: https://libraryliteracy.org/for-coordinators/mission-values/. The California State Library is accepting applications from public library jurisdictions that would like to join California Library Literacy Services (CLLS) as a new program, or as a program being readmitted after leaving CLLS. Each new applicant library must fill out an application, which includes a general narrative, answers to specific narrative questions, a budget, and a proposed position...
Rural Fire Capacity
closedThe Rural Fire Capacity (RFC) Program is a Federally-funded grant program that allows California to provide local and rural fire departments with minor firefighting, training, communications and safety equipment for their volunteer firefighters. The RFC Program is not intended for major equipment (fire engines, vehicles, etc) or Capital repairs. The RFC Program has a 50/50 match requirement which means that the applying department must be able to meet the intended grant award, dollar for dollar. Awards for departments are set at a minimum of $500 with a maximum of $20,000. Training of local fire forces in both wildfire and structural fire techniques is a primary goal of this grant. Communications, for alarm systems and dispatch capabilities, should be considered an integral part of the...
Explore the Coast
closedThe ocean, coast, and beaches have long been recognized and used as spaces of joy, relaxation, and healing. The State Coastal Conservancy's Explore the Coast grant program seeks to provide coastal experiences for people and communities who face challenges or barriers to accessing or enjoying the coast. The California State Coastal Conservancy (Conservancy) provides grants to public agencies, tribes and nonprofit organizations for programs that facilitate and enhance the public’s opportunities to explore California’s spectacular coast. The ocean, coast, and beaches have long been recognized and used as spaces of joy, relaxation, and healing. The Explore the Coast grant program seeks to provide coastal experiences for people and communities who face challenges or barriers to accessing or...
The RSAT Program assists states and local governments in developing and implementing substance use disorder treatment programs in state, local, and tribal correctional and detention facilities, and supports efforts to create and maintain community-based aftercare services for offenders. The principle purpose of the RSAT Program is to break the cycle of drugs and violence by reducing the demand, use, and trafficking of illegal drugs. Successful applicants will be funded for a three-year cycle, with the first year commencing July 1, 2021 and ending on June 30, 2022. A non-competitive Request for Application (RFA) for continuation funding will be issued for the second year (7/1/22 - 6/20/23) and the third year (7/123 - 6/30/24). Continued funding for the second and third years is...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Prevention Fund Program is supported by California taxpayer contributions and anticipates awarding up to $250,000 on a competitive basis to be distributed to municipal animal control agencies, and eligible society for the prevention of animal cruelty affiliates and humane society affiliates for the sole purpose of spay and neuter activities to eliminate cat and dog homelessness. The sole purpose of the Prevention Fund is to support spay and neuter activities to eliminate cat and dog homelessness.
The primary objective of the CDBG program is the development of viable rural communities, for persons of low and moderate-income through the following activity types: economic development, housing, public facilities, public improvements and public services. CDBG eligible activities are funded under the Community Development, Economic Development, and Special Allocations for Colonias and Native American communities that are non-federally recognized tribes. To be eligible for funding, every CDBG funded activity must meet one of the following three National Objectives of the program, required by federal regulations (24 CFR Section 570.483). The National Objectives are: 1. Benefit to low and moderate income persons; 2. Prevention or elimination of slums or blight; or, 3. Urgent...
CDBG-CV is a one time assistance through the CARES-Act to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19 though support of eligible economic development, housing, public facilities, public improvements and public service activities. CDBG-CV eligible activities are funded under the Community Development, Economic Development, and Special Allocations for Colonias and Native American communities. To be eligible for funding, every CDBG-CV funded activity must meet one of the following three National Objectives of the program, required by federal regulations (24 CFR Section 570.483). The National Objectives are: 1. Benefit to low and moderate income persons;2. Prevention or elimination of slums or blight; or,3. Urgent Need (requires State or federal disaster declaration) The CDBG-CV...
Provide resources to local agencies for developing or improving public non-motorized boating access. The Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program provides funding to create or improve public non-motorized boating access. Typical grant-funded items include the construction of small, hand-launched boat ramps, small parking lots, and restrooms.
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY21
closedProvide resources to local agencies for developing or improving public boat launching facilities, primarily for motorized vessels. In accordance with Section 72.5 of the Harbors and Navigation Code, Boat Launching Facility (BLF) grants are provided to local government agencies for the construction or improvement of boat launching ramps, restrooms, boarding floats, shore protection, parking for vehicles and boat trailers, and ancillary items. Also included in the grant are monies to pay for engineering, construction inspection, permits from regulatory agencies, special studies, construction contingency, and other project related costs. The primary purpose of the grant is to provide and improve access to California’s waterways by the recreational boating public using trailerable watercraft.
Provide resources for replacing or installing signs at DBW funded boat launching facilities. The Statewide Sign Grant Program installs and replaces signs for previously funded Boating and Waterways projects that are either obsolete, display incorrect information, are badly worn and unattractive, are missing or damaged, are needed for safety, or are required as a condition of receiving federal funds.
Provide resources to local agencies for repairing or renovating public boating access facilities. The Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program provides grant funding to public agencies to quickly restore safe and convenient public boating access by correcting public health and safety issues caused by unexpected damage due to flood, accidents, wildfires or by extending existing boat ramps as needed due to drought conditions at DBW-funded boat launching facilities. Typical grant-funded items include repairing or replacing boat ramps, boarding floats, restroom and parking facilities for vehicles with boat trailers.
The CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program provides grants from $5,000 to $25,000 to eligible small businesses and nonprofits impacted by COVID-19 and the related health and safety restrictions. Visit CAReliefGrant.com to review updated information including application guides and FAQ. Round 2 open February 2, 2021 - February 8, 2021. Eligible Round 1 applicants will automatically be entered in Round 2. The program is not on a “first come, first served” basis. Round 2 application period: 2/2/2021 - 2/8/2021 Partners will provide technical assistance to business owners and nonprofits (to include translation/interpretation services) during application preparation and online submission. Once applications are received, Lendistry will process for eligibility. Once...
Goals: Improve labor market & skills outcomes through the development of strategies that fill gaps, accelerate processes, or customize services to ensure greater access to workforce services & employment opportunities. Implement, replicate and scale innovations that emerged from previous Accelerator projects. Create new modes for service delivery & funding alignment that can be replicated across the State & regionally. The goal of Accelerator 9.0 is to impact economic and racial equity by creating pathways to good quality jobs for workers from disadvantaged or low-income communities. Traditional workforce and education strategies have had inadequate impact. Even promising strategies lack the speed, agility, or scale needed to accelerate employment for workers desperately in need of good...
Mini-Grants are designed to strengthen the educational and social foundations by providing direct and indirect program support for underrepresented and/or disadvantaged individuals interested in pursuing healthcare careers. The Mini-Grants Program awards up to $15,000 to institutions to support conferences, workshops, or career exploration activities, exposing students to health careers. Mini-Grants funded activities focus on introducing participants to a wide variety of health career options in primary health and other other health professions by conducting conferences and/or workshops, and direct exposure through health career exploration. Only organizations may apply.
Intent of the FLAP Grant program is to provide access to, are adjacent to, or are located within Federal Lands that are owned or maintained by a State, County, Local Government, or Tribe. The FLAP program funds projects that provide access to, are adjacent to, or are located within Federal Lands that are owned or maintained by a State, County, Local Government, or Tribe. Priority will be given to projects accessing high-use Federal recreation sites or Federal economic generators. The program intends to supplement state and local resources for public roads, trails, transit systems, and other transportation facilities. Type of Projects include: Rehabilitation/ Restoration/ Construction/ Reconstruction; Engineering; Operation and maintenance of transit facilities; Planning &...
The Section 190 Grade Separation Program is a Department of Transportation competitive grant program that provides $15 million each year to local agencies for the construction of grade separation projects. The intent of the Grade Separation Program is to improve safety and expedite the movement of vehicles by eliminating highway-rail crossing at grade with a grade separation. April 1st of each fiscal year is the last date on which applications for allocation of grade separation funds in that fiscal year can be filed. Contents of Application Submission: The complete application must include a written request for an allocation in a specified monetary amount along with copies of each of the following attached to it: (1) All necessary orders of the Public Utilities Commission of the State...
Community Development Block Grant-Mitigation Resilience Planning and Public Services (CDBG-MIT PPS)
closedTo assist local jurisdictions with mitigation-related planning and public services needs to support risk reduction from the three primary hazards (wildfire, flooding, and earthquake). The Resilience Planning and Public Services Program funds jurisdictions/entities, to create projects that address risks to, or across, community lifelines that support human health and safety and provide mitigation for individual and community-based systems. The intent of this NOFA is to fund actionable, impaction planning and public services projects that have measurable results in risk reduction from natural hazards. Planning projects funded under this program may be tied to implementation efforts either within the related MIT-Resilience Infrastructure Program or other projects to reduce risk and increase...
The Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB) California Riparian Habitat Conservation Program (Program) is accepting concept proposals for projects that provide meaningful and sustainable improvements to riparian habitats. Projects located in southern California (south of San Luis Obispo County) will be prioritized, as well as projects that advance the California Biodiversity Initiative (Executive Order N-82-20). Concept proposals should be for: · Implementation of a capital improvement project that restores or enhances riparian habitats and functions, or · Design and planning of a riparian habitat restoration project which leads directly to implementing a capital improvement project. Shovel-ready implementation projects that have a completed CEQA document will be prioritized. The following...
The purpose of the EMPG for Federally-Recognized Tribes in California (FY 2020 Tribal EMPG) is to assist federally-recognized tribes in preparing for all hazards. Funds provided under this Program must be used to support activities that effectively contribute to the tribe’s capability to prevent, prepare for, mitigate against, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters, whether natural or man-made. Each year, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the EMPG Program. The intent of the Program is to support state, local, and tribal efforts to protect against, mitigate the effects of, respond to, and recover from natural or human-caused disasters and other catastrophic events...
The objective of this grant program is to award grants to nonprofit organizations, cities, counties, cities and counties, districts, state agencies, and departments; and, to the extent permitted by federal law, to federal agencies to support environmental enhancement projects located within or immediately adjacent to waters of the state. The Environmental Enhancement Fund (EEF) grant program is administered by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's Office of Spill Prevention and Response. The objective of this grant program is to award grants to nonprofit organizations, cities, counties, cities and counties, districts, state agencies, and departments; and, to the extent permitted by federal law, to federal agencies to support environmental enhancement projects located within or...
Virtual Youth Programming
closedThis new initiative helps libraries purchase technology and develop content to create meaningful and rewarding online programming for school-aged audiences. All participating libraries will: Receive $12,000 for technology needed for virtual programming Receive training from the California State Library, the California Department of Education, and the California State Parks on connecting with audiences and on virtual programming resources. Engage with a cohort of library staff focused on developing skills related to virtual programming for school aged children. The cohort will convene monthly to reflect on programming and create a community of practice. Twenty libraries will: Receive an additional $1,000 to support the purchase of a Learning Management System and staff time...
Provide training to peer personnel on issues that may include crisis management, suicide prevention, recovery planning, targeted case management assistance, triage, and other related peer training and support functions. Peer personnel can be individuals with lived experience. OSHPD defines lived experience as an individual that experienced mental/behavioral health services as a consumer, family member, and/or caregiver. Applicants must implement a peer personnel training and placement program that contains recruitment and outreach, career counseling, training, placement, support, evaluation, and if applicable, financial assistance.
The $5M from the CDC Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity Grant is intended to advance the State’s work to close racial, ethnic, and other disparities related to COVID-19 and associated chronic conditions. Community-Based Organizations will use the funding for pilot projects to reduce underlying inequities in the social determinants of health that have contributed to disproportionate harm from the Coronavirus among certain communities. • CDPH OHE will be administering $5M from the Centers for Disease and Control Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity Grant (totaling $499M) to ~16-30 community based organizations led by and serving communities facing inequities in COVID-19 impacts and infection. Once projects are completed, awardees will be sharing the best practices, outcomes, and impact of...
The “California Comprehensive School Security” (CCSS) Program is meant to assist local school districts in identifying and addressing the needs or gaps in school violence prevention and intervention. The “California Comprehensive School Security” (CCSS) Program is meant to assist local school districts in identifying and addressing the needs or gaps in school violence prevention and intervention. To be eligible to receive funds, the entity must: Be a County Office of Education for a rural area or small county with a population of 100,000 or less. Each County Office of Education will identify select elementary, middle and/or high schools within their area of authority to implement the pilot projects. Applicants applying for programs supported with federal funds must be registered in...
To help close equity gaps in STEM fields, Learning Lab is inviting faculty teams from California’s public higher education institutions to reconceptualize the role of and approach to calculus in a student’s first year introductory STEM experience. By the end of the grant period, awarded projects should demonstrate significant positive impacts for students and faculty alike. Calculus is considered to be foundational to many STEM fields. Students are often required to enroll in this course series in their first year as they pursue life sciences, physical sciences, computational sciences, and engineering degrees. However, the college calculus sequence often poses considerable barriers for prospective STEM students. Retention and degree completion gaps are especially prevalent for...
To fund multi-benefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects that benefit the Delta. The Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014 (Proposition 1) provides funding to implement the three broad objectives of the California Water Action Plan: more reliable water supplies, the restoration of important species and habitat, and a more resilient, sustainably managed water resources system (e.g., water supply, water quality, flood protection, environment) that can better withstand inevitable and unforeseen pressures in the coming decades. The Delta Water Quality and Ecosystem Restoration Grant Program funds projects that benefit the Delta.
To fund multi-benefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects. The Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014 (Proposition 1) provides funding to implement the three broad objectives of the California Water Action Plan: more reliable water supplies, the restoration of important species and habitat, and a more resilient, sustainably managed water resources system (e.g., water supply, water quality, flood protection, environment) that can better withstand inevitable and unforeseen pressures in the coming decades. The Watershed Restoration Grant Program funds water quality, river, and watershed protection and restoration projects of statewide importance outside of the Delta.
The Endangered Species Recovery Land Acquisition Grant Program provides funding from US Fish and Wildlife Service to the States and Territories to acquire habitat for threatened and endangered species listed under the Endangered Species Act in support of approved and draft federal species recovery plans. This grant program supports acquisition of habitat to promote listed species recovery in California. The Endangered Species Recovery Land Acquisition (RLA) grant program promotes State and federal cooperation in listed species conservation by leveraging funds to acquire specific parcels of land, through fee simple or conservation easement, in support of US Fish and Wildlife Service (Service)-approved recovery plans and outlines. Only a species' most recently approved draft or final...
The purpose of the Grants 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 managed, high-quality, OHV Recreation areas, roads, and trails, and to responsibly maintain the wildlife, soils, and habitat of Project Areas in a manner that will sustain long-term OHV Recreation. The Grants program supports the planning, acquisition, development, maintenance, administration, operation, enforcement, restoration, and conservation of trails, trailheads, areas, and other facilities associated with the use of Off-Highway Motor Vehicles, and programs involving Off-Highway Motor Vehicle safety or education.
Funds for tasks necessary in the planning, amendment, or renewal phases of a Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP), such as baseline surveys and inventories, preparation of planning and environmental documents, and outreach. The Endangered Species Habitat Conservation Planning Assistance (HCPA) Grant Program provides funding to states and territories for tasks necessary in the planning, amendment, or renewal phases of an HCP, such as baseline surveys and inventories, preparation of planning and environmental documents, and outreach. The Service will consider Proposals supporting efforts to amend and renew existing HCPs or HCP/NCCPs.
Funds for the acquisition of threatened and endangered species habitat in support of approved Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs). The Endangered Species Habitat Conservation Plan Land Acquisition (HCPLA) Grant Program provides funding to States and Territories for the acquisition of threatened and endangered species habitat in support of approved HCPs. Grants do not fund any mitigation required of an HCP permittee, but are instead intended to support land purchases that complement actions associated with HCP.
EEM projects must contribute to mitigation of the environmental effects of transportation facilities. Every EEM project must mitigate, either directly or indirectly, the environmental impacts of the modification of an existing Transportation Facility or the environmental impacts of the construction of a new Transportation Facility (hereafter referred to as Related Transportation Facility or RTF). The EEM project can be the required mitigation for the RTF or enhancement to mitigation required for the RTF. Eligible EEM projects must fit one of the following categories:A. Urban Forestry projects designed to offset vehicular emissions of carbon dioxide.B. Resource Lands projects for the acquisition or enhancement of resource lands to mitigate the loss of, or the detriment to, resource lands...
DPR's Pest Management Alliance Grants Program provides funding for projects that promote the implementation and adoption of effective integrated pest management (IPM) in an agricultural, urban, or wildlands setting. The Department of Pesticide Regulation’s (DPR's) Alliance Grants Program provides funding for projects that increase the implementation and adoption of proven and effective integrated pest management (IPM) practices that reduce pesticide impacts on public health and the environment. An Alliance Team of members representing state, local, public, private, educational, and other stakeholders is a required component of these projects. DPR’s Alliance Grant Program funds diverse projects in varied settings; a list of current and past projects can be found here. The Pest Management...
The Federal PCSGP is a discretionary grant program administered by the California Department of Education, Charter Schools Division. Applications are reviewed by peer evaluators and awarded to school developers to assist in the development and initial operations of newly established/conversion charter schools, as well as assist in the expansion/replication of high-quality charter schools. The Public Charter Schools Grant Program (PCSGP) funds planning and implementation and replication (P/I/R), and expansion grants. The P/I/R grant provide grants of up to $600,000 to plan and implement new charter schools. It serves California's public charter schools by providing startup and initial operating capital to assist schools in establishing high quality, high performing charter school...
Impact Projects
closedThe California Arts Council's Impact Projects grant program intends to support collaborative projects that center artists and artistic practice in responding to issues facing California at this time, including the pervasive social, political, and economic inequalities experienced by those communities most vulnerable to, and adversely affected by, the COVID-19 pandemic. Impact Projects grants support arts organizations for collaborations between local artist(s) and community members to develop and express their own creative and artistic goals and address a community-defined need. Collaborative projects will utilize various creative practices to impact social issues affecting their communities, including but not limited to systemic/structural racism, education, poverty, health disparities...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, the AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Law Enforcement grant funds shall be used by the...
The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) is to disperse grant funds from The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019. With the passage of Proposition 64, The AUMA, in 2016 California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). It is the intent of the CHP to enhance traffic safety by administering AUMA grant funds to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, fund efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadway, and advance research into impaired driving issues. Toxicology Driving Under the Influence...
GFO-20-308 – Research and Development of High-Value Recycling Pathways for Lithium-Ion Batteries
closedThe purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and development projects that advance the technology readiness, commercial scale-up pathways, and environmental benefits of high-value recycling processes for lithium-ion batteries. Lithium-ion batteries will play a central role in transitioning California’s electricity and transportation sectors to becoming zero emission over the coming decades. Senate Bill 100 (De León, 2018) establishes the goal of providing 100 percent of retail electric sales in California with renewable and zero carbon electricity by 2045. Preliminary analyses suggest achieving this target could require cumulative capacity additions of grid-connected battery storage in the range of 50 GW by 2045, much of which is expected to be provided by lithium-ion...
The CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program provides grants from $5,000 to $25,000 to eligible small businesses and nonprofits impacted by COVID-19 and the related health and safety restrictions. Lendistry has been designated by the state to act as the intermediary for the Program. Visit CAReliefGrant.com see if you are eligible and submit your application. Extended application deadline through Wed 1/13/21, 11:59 p.m. PST. Round 1 application period: 12/30/2020 through 01/13/2021 11:59 PM PST Round 2 application period: TBA The program is not on a “first come, first served” basis. We anticipate issuing grants in the following two (2) rounds of distributions: Partners will provide technical assistance to business owners and nonprofits (to include...
The County Medical Services Program (CMSP) Loan Repayment Program assists with the repayment of qualified educational loans for primary care healthcare professionals who provide healthcare services at an approved site located in the 35 CMSP counties. The County Medical Services Program Loan Repayment Program (CMSP LRP) awards successful applicants $50,000 for a two-year, full-time commitment and $25,000 for a two-year, half-time commitment. Applicants must work in a CMSP qualified site located in one of the 35 CMSP counties.
Prop 68 funds must be spent in a way that promotes diversity, serves a severely disadvantaged community, leverages funds, provides workforce training, and/or demonstrates readiness. Examples include expand access for diverse populations, identify and implement improvements to existing programs to increase visitation and access by diverse populations, particularly minority, low-income, and disabled populations and tribal communities. Project types must be located within the San Diego River Watershed and may include, but are not limited to: (A) Transportation, (B) Physical activity programming, (C) Resource interpretation, (D) Multilingual translation, (E) Natural science, (F) Workforce development and career pathways, (G) Education, or (H) Communication related to water, parks, climate...
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Licensed Vocational Nurses to provide direct patient care in medically underserved communities in California. Persons participating in this program shall be persons who agree in writing prior to completion of vocational nursing school to serve in an eligible county health facility, an eligible state-operated health facility, or a health workforce shortage area, as designated by the director of the office. Persons agreeing to serve in eligible county health facilities, eligible state-operated health facilities, or health workforce shortage areas may apply for scholarship or loan repayment.
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Allied Healthcare professionals and encourage them to provide direct patient care in medically underserved areas in California. If awarded, recipients agree to continue practicing full time, direct patient care at a qualified facility in California for a twelve (12) month service obligation. Applicants may be awarded up to three (3) times. HPEF is awarding only Allied Healthcare Professionals in medically underserved areas in California.
The purpose of this program is to assure an adequate supply of appropriately trained professional nurses. Encourage persons from populations that are currently underrepresented in the nursing profession to enter that profession. Encourage professional nurses to work in medically underserved areas. There is hereby created the Registered Nurse Education Program within the Health Professions Education Foundation. Persons participating in this program shall be persons who agree in writing prior to graduation to serve in an eligible county health facility, an eligible state-operated health facility, a health workforce shortage area, or a California nursing school, as designated by the director of the office. Persons agreeing to serve in eligible county health facilities, eligible...
The purpose of this program is to assure an adequate supply of appropriately trained professional nurses. Encourage persons from populations that are currently underrepresented in the nursing profession to enter that profession. Encourage professional nurses to work in medically underserved areas. Persons participating in this program shall be persons who agree in writing prior to graduation to serve in an eligible county health facility, an eligible state-operated health facility, a health workforce shortage area, or a California nursing school, as designated by the director of the office. Persons agreeing to serve in eligible county health facilities, eligible state-operated health facilities, or health workforce shortage areas, and master's or doctoral students agreeing to serve in a...
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Nurses to provide direct patient care in medically underserved communities in California. Persons participating in this program shall be persons who agree to serve in an eligible county health facility, an eligible state-operated health facility, or a health workforce shortage area, as designated by the director of the office. Persons agreeing to serve in eligible county health facilities, eligible state-operated health facilities, or health workforce shortage areas may apply for scholarship or loan repayment.
The California Competes Grant Program (CCGP) is available to businesses that want to locate in California or stay and grow in California and create quality, full-time jobs in California that might not otherwise be created by the business or any other business. The primary goal of the CCGP is to incentivize businesses to choose California and to create quality, full-time jobs in the state. A significant priority for this grant program is to make resources available to businesses for whom a non-refundable tax credit would not provide a significant financial benefit. The CCGP was specifically created for two types of businesses: (1) businesses that continuously reinvest profits, generating either significant research and development tax credits and/or net operating losses resulting in little...
To fund technology development and demonstration projects of promising pre-commercial technologies to increase overall energy efficiency and reach statewide decarbonization goals set forth by SB 32, SB 100 and SB 350. Projects must fall within one of the following project groups: Group 1: Advanced Energy Management and Monitoring of the Dairy Industry; Group 2: Advanced Treatment Processes for Wastewater Treatment Plants California’s industrial, agricultural and water (IAW) sectors are as diverse and unique as California’s population and geography. By itself, California’s $3.1 trillion gross domestic product (2019 GDP) places it fifth among the world’s largest economies. For 2019, the robust and growing industrial sector accounted for 10% of California’s GDP. To produce the...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) California Farm to School Incubator Grant Program will award competitive grants to support innovative local and regional farm to school projects. CDFA is looking to support programs that promote innovation in nutrition education, sustainable production and procurement, and high-quality student experience. Track 1: The CA Farm to School Innovation Grant will fund Local Education Agencies (LEA) to establish new or expand existing integrated farm to school programs that: (1) procure California grown or produced whole or minimally processed foods and integrate these foods into school meals; and (2) coordinate educational opportunities between cafeterias, classrooms, and communities. A Local Education Agency (LEA): As defined in...
The purpose is to fund applied research and development and technology demonstration and deployment activities through the creation of a Research Hub for Electric Technologies in Truck Applications. The research hub will engage stakeholders to advance high power charging systems and to plan, design, and deploy innovative corridor charging strategies that extend the range and increase the operational flexibility of battery electric trucks. California has set ambitious targets for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, improving air quality, and protecting the health of all Californians. The transportation sector is the largest source of GHG emissions in California and a major contributor to criteria pollutant emissions. Heavy-duty (HD) vehicles account for nearly 10 percent of the...
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Floating Restroom Grant Program FY20 (Second Run)
closedProvide resources for keeping boater sewage from lakes and reservoirs The Floating Restroom Grant Program provides floating restroom units to lakes and reservoirs across California. The Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) procures, delivers, and grants the DBW-designed and developed floating restroom to the recipient. The grant recipient then places the floating restrooms at on-water locations convenient to boaters and maintains the units for a minimum of 10 years. The Clean Vessel Act grant program also offers maintenance and rehabilitation funds for the floating restrooms.
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund a design-build competition that will challenge multi-disciplinary project teams to design and build a mixed-use development – using cutting-edge energy technologies, tools and construction practices - that is affordable, equitable, emissions-free and resilient to climate change impacts and extreme weather events. Climate change and housing affordability present two of the most significant challenges facing California. The deadly and destructive fires of the past few years, as well as findings from California’s Fourth Climate Change Assessment, have highlighted the dire impacts expected from climate change on California if greenhouse gas emissions are not dramatically reduced. To avoid the most severe impacts of climate change, California has set...
The Department of Fish and Wildlife distributes federal funds for threatened and endangered species conservation and recovery through the Endangered Species Conservation and Recovery Grant Program in coordination with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. The primary objective of this Program is to help develop and implement state programs to conserve and recover federally threatened and endangered species. The Department of Fish and Wildlife (Department) is seeking high quality proposals for projects that will further the conservation and recovery of federally listed threatened and endangered wildlife, plant, and certain fish species in California. Eligible projects are those which target species that are federally listed as threatened, endangered, species for which a positive federal...
Proposals must focus on at least one of the priority areas and may focus on research and/or education projects to provide growers and industry with cost-effective practices to improve the efficient use of fertilizer and minimize environmental impacts. All projects should have strong scientific merit. Research projects must include outreach to end-users. Outreach and education projects should include measures of impact. FREP invites research and education project proposals in three priority areas: Improving Input Management, Understanding Soil-Plant Processes, and Characterizing Loss Pathways. 1. IMPROVING INPUT MANAGEMENT: A. Demonstrating and/or Validating Management Practices that Optimize Nutrient and/or Irrigation Water Use Innovative management practices must be implemented on...
Provide 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.
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY20
closedProvide 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.
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's Pierce's Disease and Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) provides funding support to research and outreach projects focused on protecting vineyards, preventing the spread of pests and diseases, and delivering practical and sustainable solutions. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board (CDFA PD/GWSS Board) is currently accepting proposals for research and outreach projects on the following serious pests and diseases of winegrapes: Pierce’s disease and its vectors, especially the glassy-winged sharpshooter; Brown marmorated stink bug; Grapevine fanleaf disease; Grapevine leafroll disease; Grapevine red blotch disease; Mealybug pests of winegrapes; Spotted...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund natural gas infrastructure safety and integrity projects that meet the following initiatives: Natural Gas Infrastructure Analysis and Strategic Pathway to a Low-Carbon Energy Future; andAnalytics for Pilot Demonstration of Strategic Electrification and Decommissioning of Natural Gas Infrastructure. The purpose of this solicitation is to develop multi-disciplinary, strategic approaches for stakeholders and decision makers to determine where trimming portions of natural gas infrastructure is plausible, economically viable, and customer-supported with clearly identifiable rate-payer benefits. The result of the research would be a set of guidelines and criteria that enable decision makers to easily identify potential project sites for natural gas...
The restoration, enhancement, and nourishment of public beaches through the cost-effective engineered placement of sand on the beach or in the nearshore environment. The Public Beach Restoration Grant Program was created in 1999 via the Public Beach Restoration Act (Harbors and Navigation Code 69.5-69.9, AB64–Ducheny). Carefully planned beach restoration can minimize the erosive forces of ocean waves to protect vital public infrastructure and accommodate the recreational needs of visitors to California’s beaches. This program is also consistent with the California Natural Resources Agency’s Shoreline Erosion Protection Policy (1978) favoring beach nourishment as a method of erosion control.
To study problems of beach erosion and to construct projects to stabilize beaches and shoreline areas either through the strategic placement of sand or via hard structures like seawalls, groins, and rock revetments in concentrated areas to protect vital public infrastructure. The authority for the Shoreline Erosion Control Grant Program (Harbors and Navigation Code 65-67.4) was part of the legislation that created the Department of Navigation and Ocean Development, the predecessor agency to the Department of Boating and Waterways. Many projects in this program are funded 50% by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with the State paying up to 50% of the cost of the local sponsor’s required 50% project cost share for construction.
The purpose of the Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions is to advance economic justice for populations and communities impacted by cannabis prohibition and the War on Drugs by providing support to local jurisdictions as they promote equity in California and eliminate barriers to enter the newly regulated cannabis industry for equity program applicants and licensees. On November 8, 2016, California voters approved Proposition 64, the Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA). In its statement of purpose and intent, AUMA calls for regulating cannabis in a way that “reduces barriers to entry into the legal, regulated market.” In accordance with the California Cannabis Equity Act as amended by AB 97 (Stats. 2019, Ch. 40), the California Bureau of Cannabis...
STLRP was established in 2003 to increase access to healthcare and promote the retention of primary care physicians in medically underserved areas (MUAs) of California. The program is counseled by an advisory committee of seven members, with two members appointed by the California Medical Association. Physicians and surgeons can receive up to $105,000 in exchange for providing direct patient care in a MUA for a minimum of three years. Since its inception, STLRP has received more than 1,228 applications. The program has awarded more than $47 million and monitored the progress of 538 physicians providing direct patient care in 47 of California’s 58 counties. Consistent with the intent of the program, 80 percent of the total recipients are certified in a primary care specialty. The program...
The Trauma Recovery Center (TRC) Grant funds centers throughout California that assist victims of violent crime. These centers provide wrap-around services and assist victims who are typically unserved and underserved communities. The Trauma Recovery Center (TRC) Grant funds organizations that operate throughout California to provide survivors of violent crime access to mental health or social services that may not be accessible for them through existing avenues. The TRC model offers wrap-around clinical services and cost-effective solutions for under- or un-served survivors and includes assertive outreach, clinical case management, assistance with law enforcement, referral to community resources and trauma-informed treatment. TRCs are meant to meet the victim where they are and serve...
Provide resources to local agencies for developing or improving public non-motorized boating access. The Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program provides funding to create or improve public non-motorized boating access. Typical grant-funded items include the construction of small, hand-launched boat ramps, small parking lots, and restrooms.
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY20
closedProvide resources to local agencies for developing or improving public boat launching facilities, primarily for motorized vessels. In accordance with Section 72.5 of the Harbors and Navigation Code, Boat Launching Facility (BLF) grants are provided to local government agencies for the construction or improvement of boat launching ramps, restrooms, boarding floats, shore protection, parking for vehicles and boat trailers, and ancillary items. Also included in the grant are monies to pay for engineering, construction inspection, permits from regulatory agencies, special studies, construction contingency, and other project related costs. The primary purpose of the grant is to provide and improve access to California’s waterways by the recreational boating public using trailerable watercraft.
Provide resources for replacing or installing signs at DBW funded boat launching facilities. The Statewide Sign Grant Program installs and replaces signs for previously funded Boating and Waterways projects that are either obsolete, display incorrect information, are badly worn and unattractive, are missing or damaged, are needed for safety, or are required as a condition of receiving federal funds.
Provide resources to local agencies for repairing or renovating public boating access facilities. The Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program provides grant funding to public agencies to quickly restore safe and convenient public boating access by correcting public health and safety issues caused by unexpected damage due to flood, accidents, wildfires or by extending existing boat ramps as needed due to drought conditions at DBW-funded boat launching facilities. Typical grant-funded items include repairing or replacing boat ramps, boarding floats, restroom and parking facilities for vehicles with boat trailers.
Provide resources for keeping boater sewage from lakes and reservoirs The Floating Restroom Grant Program provides floating restroom units to lakes and reservoirs across California. The Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) procures, delivers, and grants the DBW-designed and developed floating restroom to the recipient. The grant recipient then places the floating restrooms at on-water locations convenient to boaters and maintains the units for a minimum of 10 years. The Clean Vessel Act grant program also offers maintenance and rehabilitation funds for the floating restrooms.
The Clean Water Act Section 319 Grant Program awards grants to reduce and mitigate the effects of nonpoint source pollution - such as sediment, pesticides, and nutrients - to waters of the state. The program primarily funds implementation projects, but occasionally offers grants for planning projects. Examples of projects include livestock fencing to reduce sediment and nutrient discharges, agricultural best management practices to reduce pesticide and nutrient discharges, dredging contaminated sediment from pesticide-impaired waters, habitat restoration such as installation of large woody debris and riparian revegetation, and rural road inventories and repairs to reduce sedimentation and erosion. Most awards go to projects that improve impaired waters, but a small amount of funding goes...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for the California Tire Recycling Management Fund to administer the Tire Recycling Act (Senate Bill 937, [Vuich, Statutes of 1990, Chapter 35]) and related legislation. This specific grant provides funding to city, county, and city and county agencies in California for waste tire enforcement activities. Grant funds may be used for certain expenditures necessary to implement local waste tire inspection, surveillance, and enforcement activities for CalRecycle. Typical eligible expenditures include, but are not limited to, conducting required inspections and enforcement activities, attending or providing training, and purchasing necessary equipment such as computers, GPS units, and...
The purpose of this grant program is to fund projects that assist with law enforcement efforts, fire protection efforts, or other local projects addressing public health and safety associated with the implementation of the Control, Regulate and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA). Eligible applicants must be local governments that have not banned both indoor and outdoor commercial cannabis cultivation, or retail sale of marijuana or marijuana products. Applicants must propose activities/strategies that fall within the four (4) Project Purpose Areas (PPAs) defined below. Applicants may either implement new activities, strategies, or programs, OR expand existing activities, strategies, or programs (without the supplantation of funds). All applicants must address PPA 1 (Youth...
The Adult Reentry Grant program provides funding for community-based organizations to deliver reentry services for people formerly incarcerated in state prison. The target population identified in SB 840 are people who have been formerly sentenced to and released from state prison. This includes people leaving state prison that are on parole or those monitored by the probation departments of each county through PostRelease Community Supervision (PRCS). Successful proposals will be funded for approximately three years and 7 months commencing July 1, 2021 and ending February 28, 2025. Applicants will be allowed to request up to a maximum of $500,000 for the entire grant period. No match is required. Eligible applicants are Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) located in the State of...
This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission (CEC) and California Air Resources Board (CARB or Board) announce the availability of $44.1 million in funds to support large-scale deployments of on-road, zero-emission Class 8 drayage and regional haul trucks as well as the necessary zero-emission vehicle fueling infrastructure needed for service operation. For the purpose of this solicitation, drayage trucks are defined as on-road heavy duty trucks that transport containers and bulk to and from the ports and intermodal railyards as well as many other locations. Regional haul truck, for the purpose of this solicitation, have daily ranges of 200 to 400 miles on a single charge or refueling event and are designed for day use and typically return to a home base each...
Pursuant to the George H. W. Bush Vamos A Pescar™ Educational Fund and Fish and Game Code Section 1501.5(b), the California Department of Fish and Wildlife has established a competitive grant program to fund projects that supports state and local efforts to educate and engage California’s Hispanic communities in metrocentric settings through bilingual, multigenerational, and multigendered programs, classes and fishing and boating activities. Funds may be used for projects, including but not limited to experiential or hands-on fishing education, community activities promoting good fishery stewardship, technical fishing skills development, fishing-related workshops and classes, apprentice-level fishing trips with hands-on instruction, and other such events that promote recreational fishing...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is pleased to announce a competitive solicitation process to award up to $330,000 in funding under the California Pet Lover’s License Plate grant program to help stop pet overpopulation in California. The purpose of this program is to help stop pet overpopulation in California by providing funds for spay/neuter services to municipalities and non‐profit organizations in California. The revenue received from the sale and renewal of the license plate is awarded annually through grant agreements to eligible organizations. The grant duration is one (1) year from June 1, 2021 – May 31, 2022. Grant funds cannot be expended before June 1, 2021 or after May 31, 2022. Grant Awards will range from $5,000 to $50,000. However, CDFA reserves...
The goals of the program are to accelerate the adoption of advanced energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies at California food processing plants, demonstrate their reliability and effectiveness, help California food processors work towards a low carbon future, and benefit priority populations. Food production costs generally tend to be higher in California than elsewhere and California’s food processing industry faces stiff out-of-state and international competition. Providing support for updating and improving food production facilities with energy efficient and/or renewable energy technologies will reduce operating costs and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This could help ensure California’s food processing industries remain competitive and operational, and the jobs...
The goals of the Stamp Project, as described in legislation, are to protect, preserve, restore, enhance, and develop migratory waterfowl breeding and wintering habitat, evaluate habitat projects, and conduct waterfowl resource assessments and other waterfowl related research. To achieve these goals the Department has adopted the following four objectives: Identify activities which are needed for the conservation and maintenance of California's waterfowl habitat on public land. Develop and fund project-specific strategies to protect, enhance, maintain or restore significant waterfowl habitat on public land. Develop and fund project-specific strategies to conserve waterfowl populations. Develop, administer, and fund a grants program for waterfowl conservation. The California State...
Sustainable Groundwater Management (SGM) Grant Program’s Proposition 68 Implementation Round 1
closedThe SGM Grant Program’s Implementation grants will utilize funds authorized by Proposition 68 to assist Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) implement their Groundwater Sustainability Plans (GSPs). The program will provide financial assistance to GSAs for investments in groundwater recharge and projects that prevent or clean up contamination of a groundwater that serves as a source of drinking water. Prop 68 authorizes the Legislature to appropriate a total of $240 million to DWR for drought and groundwater investments to achieve regional sustainability. Of this, at least $120 million is for drought and groundwater investments to achieve regional sustainability through investments in groundwater recharge with surface water, stormwater, recycled water, and other conjunctive use...
Funding is primarily used to pay for the removal and proper disposal of small nuisance illegal dump sites, including, but not limited to, non-hazardous solid waste, tires, incidental amounts of household hazardous materials, and for site security measures to prevent the recurrence of illegal disposal after the projects are completed. Currently, the Program offers three cycles each fiscal year. Project Types 1. Requesting funds for a site yet to be cleaned up (“standard”)2. Requesting funds for a “previously remediated site” Funding 1. $1,000,000 is available for fiscal year 2020–21, subject to funding availability.2. $200,000 is the maximum available for each applicant per fiscal year.a. Two or more departments or agencies within a specific city or county are eligible for a combined...
Proposition 1 Grant Program
closedImplement the California Water Action Plan in the Coachella Valley The Conservancy board has identified three priority areas for funding: watershed land acquisition, watershed or endangered species habitat restoration, or infrastructure that improves water management in a manner that complements surrounding habitat values. Projects that serve economically disadvantaged communities receive additional points in the competitive scoring process. Applicants are required to participate in a pre application consultation meeting that begins with submission of a short pre proposal on a form available from the Conservancy. Once that consultation is completed, the applicant must submit a project narrative and application as described more particularly in the grant program guidelines available...
The goal of this initiative is to promote the use of regional industry-sector strategies as the framework to help unemployed and underemployed People with Disabilities (PWD) obtain and retain competitive, integrated employment. The DEA 2020-21 will continue to focus on creating linkages and engaging businesses to develop work-based learning programs for PWD with significant barriers to employment. The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $2 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s Discretionary funds for the DEA Program Year (PY) 2020-21 grant. The DEA grants are awarded to design...
The Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB) is inviting grant proposals for multi-benefit climate adaptation and resiliency projects that protect, restore or enhance migratory bird habitat associated with the Pacific Flyway. These projects should seek to protect, restore or enhance migratory bird habitat, improve migratory bird habitat diversity, quality and connectivity, or improve management and ecological function of migratory bird habitat. The WCB is an independent state board with the authority to carry out programs that benefit wildlife conservation in California (California Fish and Game Code 1300, et seq.). WCB’s three main conservation functions are land acquisition, habitat restoration, and development of wildlife-oriented public access facilities. WCB promotes this work through...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund research and development projects that will advance the development and technology readiness of concentrating and non-concentrating solar thermal technologies along with solar combined cooling, heating, and power (CCHP) technologies. The intent is to increase the market availability of solar thermal systems and advance the development of emerging pre-commercial solar combined heating, cooling, and power systems by reducing the cost and advancing the technology and market readiness needed to increase adoption.
The goal of this initiative is to promote the use of regional industry-sector strategies as the framework to help unemployed and underemployed veterans with significant barriers to employment transition from military careers to rewarding civilian employment. The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $5 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s Discretionary funds for the Veteran’s Employment-Related Assistance Program (VEAP) PY 20-21 grant. The VEAP grants are awarded to design, develop, and implement projects that accelerate employment and re-employment strategies for veterans. The...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery administers the Food Waste Prevention and Rescue Grant Program pursuant to Public Resource Code section 42999. The purpose of this competitive grant program is to lower greenhouse gas emissions by establishing new or expanding existing food waste prevention projects (source reduction or food rescue for people) in California to reduce the amount of food being disposed in landfills. The Food Waste Prevention and Rescue Grant Program will provide funds (as a reimbursement grant) to support the expansion of existing projects or establishment of new food waste prevention (source reduction) and/or rescue projects (food rescue for people) in California. The Program meets policy driven legislation and strategies, and reduces the amount of food...
The purpose of the grant is to issue up to $1,500,000 annually in the form of grants for beverage container recycling and litter reduction programs to promote increased recycling of beverage containers throughout California and reduce beverage container litter in the waste stream. The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for the California local government agencies, cities, counties, regional programs, public colleges and universities, public school districts, non-profit organizations, and qualifying Indian Tribes to promote increased recycling of beverage containers throughout California and reduce the beverage container litter in the waste stream. CalRecycle is seeking projects that implement new programs or...
The California State Library’s competitive LSTA grant opportunities help California’s libraries respond effectively to local needs and align services with local community aspirations; support experimentation and research and development in California’s libraries; and provide training and support in grant writing and grant management for the California library community. We invite libraries to apply for funding to support local and collaborative projects that address community needs, align with community aspirations, and are from agencies that support equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are especially interested in: • projects that focus on underserved and vulnerable populations, sustainability, and workforce development;• applications from library jurisdictions and branches of library...
GFO-20-501 – Developing and Demonstrating Advanced Combustion Systems for the Industrial Sector
closedThe purpose of this solicitation is to fund projects that will demonstrate increased efficiency of the oxygen-enriched combustion for industrial applications, or improve economics of equipment for oxygen production. The purpose of this solicitation is to fund projects that will demonstrate increased efficiency of the oxygen-enriched combustion for industrial applications, or improve economics of equipment for oxygen production. Projects must fall within the following project groups: · Group 1: Demonstration of oxygen-enriched combustion for industrial applications; and · Group 2: Test advanced oxygen production with improved economics. See Part II of this solicitation for project eligibility requirements. Applications will be evaluated as follows: Stage One proposal...
The purpose of the Community Power Resiliency Allocation to Tribes Program is to support California federally recognized tribes with additional preparedness measures in response to power outage events.
The purpose of the Community Power Resiliency Allocation to Special Districts Program is to support California special districts with additional preparedness measures in response to power outage events. The purpose of the Community Power Resiliency Allocation to Special Districts Program is to support California special districts with additional preparedness measures in response to power outage events..
The purpose of the Community Power Resiliency Allocation to Cities Program is to support California incorporated cities with additional preparedness measures in response to power outage events.
CopyCat Grant
closedA California State Library LSTA grant program intended to facilitate easy duplication of successful projects. CopyCat Grants are intended to help libraries easily implement tried-and tested-programs and extend the impact of previously funded, successful LSTA projects. This opportunity is open to all libraries, and it is well suited to those with limited capacity for developing and testing new programming. The CopyCat Web site contains toolkits for innovative, successful LSTA projects from public libraries across California. Each toolkit contains a link to the original application for the original program, information about the purpose, target audience and outcomes achieved, and implementation steps with links to sample documents from the original program. When replicated, programs need...
The Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) program provides grant funding to (1) engage homeless individuals and families living on the street, (2) rapidly re-house homeless individuals and families, (3) help operate and provide essential services in emergency shelters for homeless individuals and families, and (4) prevent individuals and families from becoming homeless. Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Stimulus (CARES) Act enacted March 27, 2020, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department) will receive funding from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in the amount of approximately $42 million in federal funds for the Emergency Solutions Grants Program (ESG). These funds are referred to as the ESG-Coronavirus(ESG-CV)...
In Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-20, the Legislature appropriated $30M from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) to the California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) for its two primary high road workforce development programs: $10M for High Road Construction Careers (HRCC) and $20M for High Road Training Partnerships (HRTP). The HRTP initiative will fund demonstration projects designed to promote income mobility and shared prosperity through an innovative and inclusive human capital strategy that prioritizes job quality, supports economic and climate resilience, and links regionally-driven sector work to a statewide skills agenda. Project partnerships will embrace key elements of the CWDB’s strategic framework, including sector-based strategies, career pathways, and regional collaboration...
The purpose of the grant is to provide financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $750,000 in matching funds for eligible costs to assist public entities requiring financial assistance, and committed to accelerating the pace of cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and safety and the environment. Eligible applicants include public entities, including counties, cities, districts, and state agencies.Applicants must provide adequate documentation of financial need for assistance and show evidence of ability to pay for their matching share of costs and costs that are ineligible and/or that exceed the maximum grant amount.ProjectsEligible projects include the remediation of disposal sites closed in accordance with the local laws at the time of the closure...
This program provides financial assistance in the form of reimbursement grants up to $500,000 to help public entities accelerate the pace of cleanup, restore sites, and turn today's problems into tomorrow's opportunities. Eligible applicants include public entities, including counties, cities, districts, state agencies, and Joint Powers Authorities. Eligible projects include solid waste cleanup project sites where cleanup is needed to protect public health and safety and/or the environment within the applicant’s jurisdiction. Funding$1,000,000 available for fiscal year (FY) 2020–21$500,000 per grant award Projects serving disadvantaged communities receive additional scoring points. Resolution required. See https://calrecycle.ca.gov/lea/grantsloans/solidwaste/lea/fy202021 for...
The CalCRG program awards grants to Local Health Departments and qualified Community-based Nonprofit Organizations to support job placement, mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment, system navigation services, legal services to address barriers to reentry, and linkages to medical care for communities disproportionately affected by past federal and state drug policies, also known as the War on Drugs. The California Community Reinvestment Grants program was included in the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (Proposition 64), which was approved by California voters on November 8, 2016. In accordance with the proposition, the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) will award grants to Local Health Departments and at least 50 percent to qualified...
The CalAgPlate program funds projects that support agricultural education, agricultural career awareness and development, agriculture career training, and agriculture leadership development to assist students at the kindergarten through twelfth grade (K-12), post-secondary, and adult education levels. Supporting these educational and training areas will provide participants further agricultural opportunities. Funding and Duration: CDFA anticipates that up to $240,000 will be awarded to projects to support agricultural education and training. Grant amounts range from $2,500-204,000. The maximum grant duration is one (1) year, six (6) months and grant funds cannot be expended before January 1, 2021 or after June 30, 2022. CDFA reserves the right to offer an award amount less than the...
This grant allows Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and associations on behalf of facilities to apply for funding for in-person visitation support materials. CMP In-Person Visitation grants provide funding for nursing homes to facilitate safer in-person visits through use of outdoor and indoor equipment such as tents, clear dividers, portable fans, and portable room air cleaners with high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA, H-13 or 14) filters in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Replacement air filters are a prohibited expense under this program. Facilities must attest they meet the requirements to purchase the materials and facilitate in-person visitation for residents. Facilities must be certified through the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Applicants may request up...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund technology demonstration and deployment (TD&D) research projects that enable and evaluate resilience, renewable integration, and cost management use cases for medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs). Electrification of these large weight-class vehicles is challenging and costly due in part to their high-power charging needs and more demanding duty cycles as compared to light-duty vehicles. Up to $22M in funding is available for projects that: advance hardware and software tools for managed bi-directional energy transfer from electric school buses (Group 1); or advance hardware and/or software to integrate MDHD PEVs and charging equipment with a behind-the-meter distributed energy resource (DER) package that includes...
Support youth access to natural and cultural resources with a focus on low-income and disadvantaged communities including, but not limited to, community education and recreational amenities to support youth substance use prevention and early intervention. Proposal Submission Deadline for the Youth Community Access Grant Program extended for Public School Districts. Public School Districts are eligible applicants for the Youth Community Access grant program. During program workshops incorrect information was presented indicating Public School Districts were ineligible to apply for funding. Due to the error, the proposal submission deadline has been extended until 5 pm on November 16, 2020 for Public School Districts only. In 2019, the Legislature appropriated $5.7 million to the...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funds projects that enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops. The SCBGP is designed to support all sectors of California's specialty crop industry and improve the performance of California specialty crops within local, domestic, national, and international markets. Funding and Duration Grant amounts range from $50,000 to $450,000. The maximum grant duration is two (2) years, six (6) months, and grant funds cannot be expended before November 1, 2021, or after April 30, 2024. Additional Assistance for Historically Underrepresented Organizations Program projects will range from $25,000 to $100,000 and may last up to two years. CDFA reserves the right to offer an award...
AmeriCorps is a national service program that provides opportunities for Americans each year to serve their country as AmeriCorps members by engaging in intensive results-driven service that addresses community problems. An AmeriCorps member is an individual who engages in community service through an approved national service position. AmeriCorps members are recruited, trained, supervised, and managed by the funded organization. The 2021 AmeriCorps State Funding Opportunity awards AmeriCorps grants to eligible community partnerships that will engage AmeriCorps members in evidence-informed or evidence-based interventions/practices (see Mandatory Supplemental Guidance) to address state and local community problems. An AmeriCorps member is an individual who engages in community service...
The Bureau of Cannabis Control (Bureau) is accepting proposals from public universities in California for research projects related to the implementation and effect of Proposition 64, the voter initiative passed in November 2016, which legalized the non-medicinal adult-use of cannabis. All proposals must propose research that addresses at least one of the following areas. The research areas include public health, criminal justice and public safety, economic, environmental impacts, and the cannabis industry. Specifically, they include: Public Health Research. Research in this area should focus on the impacts of the cannabis industry on public health. This may include: · Health costs associated with cannabis use; · Cannabis use rates, such as cannabis use...
The goal of this initiative is to provide Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers (MSFW) and their families with relevant, timely information regarding the various programs and services offered through the Employment Development Department and its partners. The Employment Development Department (EDD) announces the availability of up to $100,000 of Wagner-Peyser 10 Percent Governor’s Discretionary funds through the Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Radio Media, Solicitation for Proposals (SFP). The goal of this initiative is to provide Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers (MSFW) and their families with relevant, timely information regarding the various programs and services offered through the EDD and its partners. The grantee of the project must develop and deliver 24 bi-monthly, 30-minute...
Develop a supplemental benefits mechanism within the EBT system that allows an authorized retailer to deliver and redeem supplemental benefits. The goal of the pilot project is to develop and refine a scalable model for increasing the purchase and consumption of California-grown fresh fruits and vegetables by delivering supplemental benefits to CalFresh recipients in a way that can be easily adopted by authorized retailers of various types, sizes, and locations in the future.
The purpose of CalHome is to enable low- and very low-income households to become or remain homeowners. Approximately $100 million in state CalHome Program Disaster Assistance funds for the following eligible activities within the CalHome Program: *First-Time Homebuyer Mortgage Assistance *Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Assistance (including reconstruction and Rehabilitation of manufactured homes not on a permanent foundation, and construction, repair, reconstruction, or Rehabilitation of ADUs or JADUs)*Technical Assistance for Self-Help Housing Projects*Technical Assistance for Shared Housing Programs*Homeownership Project Development Loans CalHome Disaster Assistance funds will be awarded to local jurisdictions or nonprofits in counties impacted by 2017 and 2018 disasters included...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund a single awardee to establish the California Flexible Load Research and Deployment Hub to conduct applied research and development and technology demonstration and deployment projects that develop and increase the use and market adoption of advanced flexible demand technologies and strategies as electric grid resources and facilitate integration of distributed energy resources. These projects will increase end-use demand flexibility, reduce dependence on fossil generation for firming renewable resources, enhance grid stability, and help resolve reliability issues related to achieving California’s renewable generation, electrification, and decarbonization goals.
The California Student Aid Commission (Commission) is accepting grant applications from qualifying entities, including California local government agencies and nonprofit organizations, that sponsor or collaborate on one or more comprehensive citywide or regional child savings account programs. The Commission will provide funding for a grant period beginning upon the disbursement of funds from the Commission, which is anticipated to be on or about March 8, 2021. Funds shall be available for encumbrance or expenditure until June 30, 2022. Funds that will be awarded are available based on an eligible applicant’s timely submitted and properly completed application and proposed budget. The total funds available for this grant program is ten million dollars ($10,000,000). The Budget Act of...
The California Air Resources Board's goal under the capture and control solicitation is to demonstrate that the commercially available capture and control technologies currently used by container vessels or new innovative technologies can continue to be adapted for use on oil tanker vessels at berth. The California Air Resources Board (CARB or Board) is soliciting applicants to develop, implement and administer a project for a capture and control system for oil tankers under the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Funding Plan for Clean Transportation Incentives (FY 2019-20 Funding Plan). Total funding for this project is up to $10 million from the FY 2019-20 Low Carbon Transportation Allocation. The project funded under this Solicitation will support the continued adaptation of capture and control...
The purpose of CalHome is to enable low and very low-income households to become or remain homeowners. HCD is making approximately $57 million available to fund Local Public Agencies or Nonprofit Corporations for the following activities within the CalHome program: *First-Time Homebuyer Mortgage Assistance (including the purchase of a home with an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU))*Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Assistance (including reconstruction and Rehabilitation of manufactured homes not on a permanent foundation, and construction, repair, reconstruction, or Rehabilitation of ADUs or JADUs)*Technical Assistance for Self-Help Housing Projects*Technical Assistance for Shared Housing Programs*ADU/JADU Assistance (including construction, repair...
The principal goal of this program is to make funding available to eligible Local Governments in California for housing-related projects and programs that assist in addressing the unmet housing needs of their local communities. The Non-Entitlement competitive grant program component prioritizes assistance to persons experiencing or At risk of homelessness and investments that increase the supply of housing to households with incomes of 60 percent or less of area median income. A. Eligible Applicants An Applicant must be a Non-Entitlement Local Government. A Non-Entitlement Local Government means a Local Government in an area which is not a metropolitan city or part of an urban county, a Local Government that, as of September 1, 2017, was an incorporated city with a population of...
BRIC 2020 and FMA 2020
closedBuilding Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) makes federal funds available to states, U.S territories, Indian tribal governments, and local communities for pre-disaster mitigation activities for long term independent solution to reduce risk of life and property from natural hazards.Flood Mitigation Assistance is to reduce or eliminate the risk of repetitive flood damages to buildings insured by the National Flood Insurance Program. The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program makes federal funds available to states, U.S territories, Indian tribal governments, and local communities for pre-disaster mitigation activities. The guiding principles of the program are to (1) support state and local governments, tribes, and territories through capability- and...
The Song-Brown program aims to increase the number of students and residents receiving quality primary care education and training in areas of unmet need throughout California. Attracting and admitting underrepresented minorities and those from underserved communities, training students in underserved areas, and placing graduates in underserved areas.
DPR's Research Grants Program provides funding to develop practices that reduce the use of and risk from pesticides which are of human health or environmental concern in California. The Department of Pesticide Regulation’s (DPR) Research Grants Program funds research projects that seek to develop reduced-risk pest control practices that can be incorporated into an integrated pest management (IPM) system for agricultural, wildland, or urban settings. Developed practices should aim to reduce the use of high-risk pesticides or pesticides that are of regulatory concern and seek to mitigate the impacts of pesticides on public health and the environment. DPR’s Research Grant Program funds diverse projects in varied settings; a list or current and past projects can be found here. The...
Museum Grant Program
closedThe program seeks projects that assist the California Cultural and Historical Endowment in supporting and enhancing museums services that recognize the importance of making art, science, history and culture available to the residents of California, with an emphasis on underserved communities. Priority funding will be given to museums that have been severely impacted by COVID-19 and that serve underserved communities and/or Title I Students. Assembly Bill (AB) 716 established the California Cultural and Historical Endowment (CCHE) in 2002. Funds for the CCHE came from Proposition 40, the California Clean Water, Clean Air, Safe Neighborhood Parks, and Coastal Protection Act of 2002. $122 million in grants were distributed competitively to for the acquisition, restoration, preservation...
The planning, design, permitting, and/or construction of projects in the Tijuana River Watershed that support the Tijuana River Border Pollution Control Project. The Coastal Conservancy is a state agency, established in 1976, to work proactively with local communities to implement multi-benefit projects that protect and enhance coastal resources. The Conservancy’s enabling legislation is Division 21 of the Public Resources Code, which can be found here. Division 21 authorizes the Conservancy to undertake projects and award grants to achieve the goals set forth in Division 21. The Conservancy works along the entire length of California’s coast, within the watersheds of rivers and streams that extend inland from the coast, and throughout the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area. The...
The goal of this grant is to bring high-speed broadband to all California public libraries by connecting them to the California Research and Education Network (CalREN). The high-speed broadband grant is open to all public libraries in California. Eligible grant expenses are listed below. Further details and definitions of these categories are available in the grant application: Access Points for Data Distribution Antenna Cabling/Connectors Data Distribution Fiber or Dark Fiber Network Management Software Wireless Internet Conduit Electrical System Upgrades Environmental Monitoring Components Equipment Racks and Cabinets Heating Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)/Battery Backup Networking Consulting Funding Electrical System Upgrades
Research proposals are currently being accepted by the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Vertebrate Pest Control Program (VPCP) within the Integrated Pest Control Branch. Proposals may focus on research and/or education projects to enhance control measures of vertebrate pests that pose a significant threat to the welfare of state’s agricultural economy, infrastructure, environment, and the public. The Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program is authorized to approve a total of $200,000 worth of research in to vertebrate pest control methods per year. Proposals will be reviewed by scientific and administrative staff who will conduct an initial review of all submitted proposals for completeness. Proposals will be considered for funding twice annually during the...
The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) 2021 Noxious Weed Grant Program (NWGP) will award grants to eligible applicants within the State of California for the implementation of an integrated weed management plan. CDFA will fund one grant proposal per county and a maximum award amount of up to $32,000 per county. An award maximum amount has been included to ensure encumbrance of funds in a variety of geographic locations that will result in quantifiable accomplishments. The maximum project term is seventeen (17) months and grant funds cannot be expended before January 15, 2021, or after June 30, 2022. CDFA may offer an award different than the amount requested. To be eligible, applicants must be a County Agricultural Commissioner. The project site must be...
Funding is primarily used to pay for the removal and proper disposal of small nuisance illegal dump sites, including, but not limited to, non-hazardous solid waste, tires, incidental amounts of household hazardous materials, and for site security measures to prevent the recurrence of illegal disposal after the projects are completed. Currently, the Program offers three cycles each fiscal year. Project Types 1. Requesting funds for a site yet to be cleaned up (“standard”)2. Requesting funds for a “previously remediated site” Funding 1. $1,000,000 is available for fiscal year 2020–21, subject to funding availability.2. $200,000 is the maximum available for each applicant per fiscal year.a. Two or more departments or agencies within a specific city or county are eligible for a combined...
The Natural Community Conservation Planning Local Assistance Grant (NCCP LAG) Program was created to assist local public and non-profit entities in the implementation of Natural Community Conservation Plans (NCCPs) throughout California. CDFW offers NCCP LAGs to eligible Applicants on an annual basis for the highest priority tasks needed to implement NCCPs. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife seeks proposals for highest priority projects associated with NCCP implementation. The intention of this Proposal Solicitation Package is to solicit proposals of the highest quality that are consistent with the goals of the NCCP Program. To help achieve this intention, this Proposal Solicitation Package (PSP) provides guidance on Applicant eligibility, the grant process and deadlines, and...
The purpose of this solicitation is to announce the availability of up to $7.5 million in grant funds for projects that will implement projects developed and identified in Phase I, Blueprint Development, of the Electric Vehicle (EV) Ready Communities Challenge. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) announces the availability of up to $7.5 million in grant funds for projects that will implement projects developed and identified in Phase I, Blueprint Development, of the Electric Vehicle (EV) Ready Communities Challenge.
This solicitation will fund projects to demonstrate innovative electric vehicle charging solutions for light-duty and medium- and heavy-duty vehicles and work to accelerate the successful commercial deployment of these solutions. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) announces the availability of up to $7,500,000 in grant funds for projects that demonstrate transformative technology solutions and work to accelerate the successful commercial deployment of electric vehicle (EV) charging for both light-duty and medium- and heavy-duty (MD/HD) applications. Previous work at the CEC, such as the EV Ready Communities Challenge...
The Reuse Grant Program is part of California Climate Investments, a statewide program that puts billions of cap-and-trade dollars to work reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the economy and improving public health and the environment-- particularly in disadvantaged and low-income communities. Eligible applicants include: Local governments State agencies Nonprofit organizations Private, for-profit organizations Qualifying Indian Tribes Projects Projects must be located in California and facilitate reductions in GHG emissions and landfill disposal within the grant performance period. Eligible Projects Replacement of single-use containers with refillables, including, but not limited to beverage, food, or personal care product containers. Replacement of...
Proposition 1 Grant Program
closedThe principal goal of the Conservancy 's Proposition 1 grant program is to support implementation of the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program by providing funding for multi-benefit stormwater, watershed and ecosystem restoration, aquatic invasive species, forest health, and sustainable communities projects. The California Tahoe Conservancy (Conservancy) leads California's efforts to restore and enhance the extraordinary natural and recreational resources of the Lake Tahoe Basin. Proposition 1 allocates $15 million directly to the Conservancy for multi-benefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects consistent with the California Water Action Plan and other State priorities, including the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program (EIP). The principal goal of...
OPC is soliciting proposals for Proposition 68 grant funding to support projects that will address, create, or implement nature-based solutions and other sea-level rise adaptation strategies to build coastal resiliency. For more details on OPC’s priorities, please review our Strategic Plan. OPC is soliciting proposals for Proposition 68 grant funding to support projects that will address, create, or implement nature-based solutions and other sea-level rise adaptation strategies to build coastal resiliency. For more details on OPC’s priorities, please review our Strategic Plan. Project types that may be funded through this solicitation include: Community capacity building, technical assistance, and planning Project site assessment and preliminary design Project...
The F-Gas Reduction Incentive Program seeks to promote the adoption of climate-friendly refrigerant technologies in retail food facilities in California by alleviating the barriers to their widespread adoption, namely the higher incremental cost and lack of familiarity. The FRIP Solicitation period is in effect from August 7-October 7, 2020. FRIP funding is restricted to existing and new retail food facilities with refrigeration systems that contain over fifty pounds of refrigerant. Of the million dollars available, $600,000 is allocated for Tier I refrigerant technologies i.e. ultra-low global warming potential (GWP) (GWP<10) and $400,000 for Tier II conventional hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) technologies. Existing facilities will receive preference for funding and may be eligible for larger...
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 into beneficial products. The purpose of this investment is to further the purposes of the California Global Warming Solutions Act (Assembly Bill 32), reduce methane emissions from landfills and further GHG reductions in upstream resource management and manufacturing processes; benefit disadvantaged communities by upgrading existing facilities and, where warranted, establishing new facilities that reduce GHG emissions; result in air and water quality improvements; and create jobs.
Uplifting an inclusive arts workforce and supporting the vibrancy of organizations that create and preserve the cultural identities of all California communities. The California Arts Council Administrators of Color Fellowship program was initiated by the California Arts Council with the goal of uplifting an inclusive workforce and supporting the vibrancy of organizations that create and preserve the cultural identities of all California communities. The pilot program is made possible by a grant from the James Irvine Foundation and one-time increased state arts funding. The statewide pilot program will match 10 arts administrators of color, Fellows, with an arts and culture organization, Host Organizations, dedicated to equity and community engagement for a nine- to 12-month fellowship...
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. The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a Recycling Market Development Zone Loan Program to encourage California-based recycling businesses located within California financing businesses that prevent, reduce, or recycle recovered waste materials through value-added processing or manufacturing. The purpose and importance of the RMDZ Program is set forth in Section 42001 of the California Public Resources Code: “The purpose of this chapter [is] to stimulate the use of postconsumer waste materials and secondary waste materials generated in California as raw materials...
The Licensed Mental Health Service Provider Education Program provides loan repayment assistance for mental healthcare professionals providing direct care in a publicly funded or public mental health facility, a nonprofit mental health facility that contracts with a county entity to provide mental health services, or a designated mental health professions shortage area in California. Commencing January 1, 2005, any licensed mental health service provider, including a mental health service provider who is employed at a publicly funded mental health facility or a public or nonprofit private mental health facility that contracts with a county mental health entity or facility to provide mental health services, who provides direct patient care in a publicly funded facility or a mental health...
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Licensed Vocational Nurses to provide direct patient care in medically underserved communities in California. Those awarded the Licensed Vocational Nurse Loan Repayment may receive up to $6,000. If awarded, recipients agree to continue practicing full time, direct patient care at a qualified facility in California for a twelve (12) month service obligation. Applicants can be awarded up to three (3) times.
The purpose of this program is to assure an adequate supply of appropriately trained professional nurses. Encourage persons from populations that are currently underrepresented in the nursing profession to enter that profession. Encourage professional nurses to work in medically underserved areas. There is hereby created the Registered Nurse Education Program within the Health Professions Education Foundation. Persons participating in this program shall be persons who agree in writing prior to graduation to serve in an eligible county health facility, an eligible state-operated health facility, a health workforce shortage area, or a California nursing school, as designated by the director of the office. Persons agreeing to serve in eligible county health facilities, eligible...
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained Allied Healthcare professionals and encourage them to provide direct patient care in CMSP-designated counties in California. If awarded, recipients agree to continue practicing full time, direct patient care at a qualified facility in California for a twelve (12) month service obligation. Applicants may be awarded up to three (3) times. HPEF is awarding only Allied Healthcare Professionals in CMSP-designated counties, facilities, and professions.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has established a grants program to support and advance the recovery and rehabilitation of injured, sick or orphaned wildlife in the state. Funds may be used to support operations, ongoing facility needs, innovation in wildlife care (e.g. rehabilitation techniques, enclosure designs, diet, behavioral enrichment); post-release monitoring, surveillance, data analysis; and conservation education. GRANTING AUTHORITY Pursuant Fish and Game Code Section 1773, funding for this Grant Solicitation Notice is provided from the Division 2. Department of Fish and Wildlife. Chapter 7.5. Native Species Conservation and Enhancement. Article 5. Native California Wildlife Rehabilitation Voluntary Tax Contribution Fund. The CDFW shall maintain...
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) administers a program to provide opportunities for California local government and recycling center operators to improve redemption opportunities for eligible beverage containers and increase recycling rates in unserved convenience zones statewide. Eligibility Jurisdictions are eligible to apply for pilot project funding. A “Jurisdiction” for the purposes of the Pilot Project Program (CCR Section 2750(a)(2)) means a city or county, or combination of cities or counties, that has the authority to issue or grant permission for certified pilot project recyclers to operate in the designated pilot project area. Jurisdictions must have received approval from CalRecycle to operate a pilot project through the pilot project...
This program provides opportunities to divert waste tires from landfill disposal, prevent illegal tire dumping, & promote markets for recycled-content tire products. TIP provides a reimbursement to eligible businesses that use crumb rubber in eligible products or substitute crumb rubber for virgin rubber, plastic, or other raw materials in products. The program’s goal is to increase demand for crumb rubber & promote higher value products. Eligibility Manufacturers that produce (or will produce) an eligible product. Waste tire processors that also manufacture an eligible product. Manufacturers of devulcanized crumb rubber. Rubber compounders. Manufacturers of calendered rubber sheeting products. Manufacturers that produce products on a contract basis for other companies...
Funding is primarily used to pay for the removal and proper disposal of small nuisance illegal dump sites, including, but not limited to, non-hazardous solid waste, tires, incidental amounts of household hazardous materials, and for site security measures to prevent the recurrence of illegal disposal after the projects are completed. Currently, the Program offers three cycles each fiscal year. Project Types 1. Requesting funds for a site yet to be cleaned up (“standard”)2. Requesting funds for a “previously remediated site” Funding 1. $1,000,000 is available for fiscal year 2020–21, subject to funding availability.2. $200,000 is the maximum available for each applicant per fiscal year.a. Two or more departments or agencies within a specific city or county are eligible for a combined...
The purpose of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Watershed Coordinator Grant Program is to fund watershed coordinator to support implementation of groundwater sustainability plans consistent with Proposition 50 water bond funding. The 2020 Sustainable Groundwater Management Watershed Coordinator Grant Program will facilitate the development and implementation of watershed improvement plans consistent with Proposition 50 water bond funding requirements and support implementation of related groundwater sustainability plans developed pursuant to the State's Sustainable Groundwater Management Act.
The objective of the Water Desalination Grant Program is to provide grant funds to eligible applicants to facilitate, where appropriate, the development of brackish water and seawater desalination projects to meet the water resources needs of the state. The focus of the Program is on the development of potable water for municipal uses. One or two Construction or Design Pilot Projects will be awarded grants to desalinate naturally-occurring brackish (>1,000 mg/L TDS) or saline water to directly support local or regional potable municipal water resources and directly or indirectly provide water supply benefits to the State. A total of $600,000 of Proposition 50 funds are available. In addition to other benefits, proposed projects will be evaluated on the following: • Increased...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and technology demonstration projects to advance innovative technologies for controlling plug load and exterior lighting energy use. The objectives of this solicitation are: Plug loads: reduce electricity use of active and standby modes for residential and commercial plug load devices, provide information that may inform future updates to codes and standards and reduce commercial plug load electricity use with advanced controls integrated with building energy management systems (BEMS) Exterior lighting: reduce exterior lighting electricity use and load through use of solid-state lighting, improvements in fixture efficiency and form factor, and controls to maximize use of carbon-free electricity. Plug loads accounted...
The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program is seeking a block grant Recipient to design and implement up to $50 million in grant funds for various medium- and heavy-duty (MD/HD) zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) refueling infrastructure incentive projects throughout California. This is a competitive block grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) is seeking a block grant Recipient to design and implement up to $50 million in grant funds for various medium- and heavy-duty (MD/HD) zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) refueling infrastructure incentive projects throughout California.
To provide financial assistance to help clean energy entrepreneurs successfully advance their emerging best-of-class innovative technology to the Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) stage. LRIP is the first step in making the transition from highly customized hand-built prototypes, which are used for performance testing and vetting the production process, to the final mass-produced end product produced in the Full-Rate Production phase. Startups that attempt to scale-up face several hurdles when moving from prototype to production, including a series of new design challenges that impact a host of innovations. Start-up companies typically lack the practical manufacturing experience to successfully move their energy technology innovation to production. Moving a technology into production...
The purpose of this solicitation is to competitively award follow-on funding for the most promising energy technologies that have previously received an award from an eligible California Energy Commission (CEC) program or United States federal agency. BRIDGE 2020 seeks to 1) help start-up companies minimize the time between when their successful publicly-funded project ends and new public funding becomes available; and 2) mobilize more early-stage capital in the clean energy space by providing non-dilutive, matching investments in promising clean energy companies alongside investors and commercial partners. This provides increased support for the most promising clean energy technologies that have already attracted interest from the market as they are developed and continue their path to...
Watershed Restoration grants fund the restoration and enhancement of natural resources on agricultural lands and aim to improve climate adaptation and resilience by improving soil health, carbon sequestration, and habitat.
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund the electric vehicle (EV) charging or hydrogen refueling infrastructure needed to support the large-scale conversion of transit bus fleets to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) at multiple transit agencies serving diverse geographic regions and populations. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC’s) Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) announces the availability of up to $20.0 million dollars in grant funds for projects that will support the deployment of fueling infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty (MD/HD) zero-emission transit bus fleets.
The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained professionals in advanced healthcare to provide direct patient care in medically underserved communities in California. Selection for the awards is based on the following criteria: work experience, financial need, career goals, community service, community background, and academic performance. Priority is given to applicants whose community background and commitment indicates the likelihood of long-term employment in a medically underserved area even after the service obligation has ended. Recipients agree to a two-year service obligation practicing direct patient care at a qualified facility in California. Applicants must be currently accepted or enrolled in the following California Board or Committee approved...
GFO-20-604 – Hydrogen Fuel Cell Demonstrations in Rail and Marine Applications at Ports (H2RAM)
closedTo fund the design, integration, and demonstration of hydrogen fuel cell systems and hydrogen fueling infrastructure for locomotive and commercial harbor craft applications at California ports to reduce air pollutant and greenhouse gas emissions. Projects should seek to advance technologies that can enable ports as high throughput clusters for low-cost and low-carbon hydrogen and achieve scaled demand across multiple applications. The purpose of this solicitation is to fund the design, integration, and demonstration of hydrogen fuel cell systems and hydrogen fueling infrastructure for locomotive and commercial harbor craft applications at California ports to reduce air pollutant and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The California Energy Commission’s (CEC) Natural Gas R&D Program announces...
The primary objective of the Multifamily Housing Program (MHP) is to provide loans to individuals, public agencies, or private entities for the development of multifamily rental housing including new construction, rehabilitation and preservation of permanent and transitional rental housing for lower income households The funds awarded under this NOFA will be allocated as permanent financing for affordable new construction, rehabilitation and preservation of permanent and transitional rental housing for households having incomes at or below sixty percent of Area Median Income. Maximum loan amount available per project is $20,000,000. Projects must qualify as Rental Housing Developments (within the definition of the Uniform Multifamily Regulations (UMR) Section 8301). Additionally...
Purpose is to increase awareness and use of existing free tobacco cessation services among low income individuals, who disproportionately experience high rates of tobacco use. The overall efficacy and cost-effectiveness of funding 211 Call Centers to integrate a process into their existing workflow to proactively identify and refer tobacco users and their proxies to the CSH for enrollment in free cessation assistance will be evaluated by CTCP. The purpose of this Request for Application (RFA) is to fund up to ten, 2-1-1 Community Information and Referral services (211 Call Centers) to proactively identify and refer eligible callers to the California Smokers’ Helpline (CSH). This project is designed to increase awareness and use of existing free tobacco cessation services among low income...
HomeKey
closedThe purpose of Homekey is to provide grant funding to eligible applicants to quickly acquire or rehabilitate or master lease a variety of housing types. Once developed, these projects will provide interim or permanent housing options for persons experiencing homelessness and who are also at risk of COVID-19. Homekey provides funding to rapidly sustain and expand the inventory of housing for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness and impacted by COVID-19. Homekey is an opportunity for local public agencies to purchase motels and a broad range of other housing types in order to increase their community's capacity to respond to homelessness and the current COVID-19 pandemic. The Department requires all Applicants to engage in a pre-application consultation with the...
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and development projects that will support the development of next-generation climate projections to support electricity sector resilience and delivery of data. The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and development projects that will support the development of next-generation climate projections to support electricity sector resilience and delivery of data in a manner that informs energy sector planning and research through stakeholder engagement, development of rigorous analytics, and development of a data platform. Research products will contribute to the foundation for California's anticipated Fifth Climate Change Assessment.
The purpose of this solicitation is to accelerate the deployment of MD/HD ZEVs and ZEV infrastructure with a holistic and futuristic view of transportation planning. This is a competitive grant solicitation. The California Energy Commission's (CEC's) Clean Transportation Program (formerly known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) announces the availability of up to $3 million in grant funds for planning "blueprints" that will identify actions and milestones needed for implementation of medium- and heavy-duty (MD/HD) zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and the related electric charging and/or hydrogen refueling infrastructure.
The CalConserve Water Use Efficiency Revolving Fund is intended to be a sustainable funding source for water use efficiency projects by establishing a loan program to local agencies for specific types of water conservation and water use efficiency projects and programs to achieve urban water use targets, specifically water use efficiency upgrades and fixing expensive and difficult to repair customer leaks. The CalConserve program is intended to be a sustainable funding source for water use efficiency projects through loans to customers. The goal of the program is to have efficiency upgrades generate sufficient savings to customers allowing easy loan payback. As result, only projects providing loans to customers are eligible. Projects proposing grants or rebates to customers are not...
The program makes grants to expand recreational and educational use of conservation lands and improve sustainability in the Coachella Valley. Awards are made projects that enhance park facilities or recreational improvements that expand public access to conservation land or reduce environmental impacts that cause climate change. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis using a pre application form available from the Conservancy. Upon submission of the preapplication form, the applicant meets with Conservancy staff for a pre application consultation, after which the application can be submitted. Further details about the application procedure are available in the Proposition 68 Grant program Guidelines available on the Conservancy's website. Projects that primarily serve...
Acquire open space to protect wildlife or cultural resources and enhance recreational and educational use of that land. Grants are provide to acquire mountainous or natural community conservation lands in the Coachella Valley and its surrounding mountains, or in limited cases, to provide capital improvements on existing conservation lands. Priority acquisitions are those that support the implementation of the Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan. Matching funds are preferred, but not required.
This grant allows Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) and associations on behalf of facilities to apply for funding for tablets and tablet-related accessories. The tablets will be used for virtual telehealth and family visits for SNF residents. This grant opportunity allows Skilled Nursing Facilities to apply for funding to purchase tablets and tablet-related accessories. Facilities must attest the tablets will be used for facilitating virtual telehealth or family visits for residents. Facilities must be certified through the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Applicants may generally request up to $3,000.00 per facility, however requests beyond $3,000.00 per facility will be accepted and will require CDPH and CMS review. Applicants must use the template provided on the CDPH...
This grant allows applicants to apply for funding to implement programs for improving Skilled Nursing Facility residents' quality of life. Projects may span topics such as training, culture change and direct improvements to quality of life, direct improvements to quality of care, and other applicable topics. This grant opportunity allows Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), non-profit organizations, consumer advocacy organizations, and more to apply for funding to execute projects to improve the lives of SNF residents. Examples of projects include, but are not limited to, developing and implementing methods to increase Person-Centered Care, Infection Control Training, Arts and Engagement projects, and other topics. Examples of projects that will not be approved for CMP funding include...
The California State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) increases the number of primary care physicians, dentists, dental hygienists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives, pharmacists, and mental/behavioral health providers practicing in federally designated California Health Professional Shortage Areas. California State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants from selected medical disciplines for the maximum award amount of $50,000 for a two or four-year service commitment in a California Health Professional Shortage Area or in a Federally Qualified Health Center. Practice sites must meet SLRP site eligibility requirements in order for the providers, working at that site, to qualify for SLRP. The SLRP practice matches the SLRP award...
This non-competitive grant program focuses on increasing public access to the Delta through recreation and tourism opportunities, historic and cultural preservation, and environmental education in order to promote a robust Delta economy. The Community and Economic Enhancement Grant Program is designed to fund projects that address recreation and tourism, historic and cultural preservation, and environmental education in order to sustain the Delta's heritage and enhance the unique values of the Delta today. The solicitation is an ongoing noncompetitive process. Projects serving a Disadvantaged/Severely Disadvantaged Community will receive priority for funding consideration. The Conservancy will fund planning projects, which include pilot projects. Allowable activities for planning...
Career Online High School
closedThe Career Online High School (COHS) program enables public libraries to provide an online high school diploma program and career certificate to California adults who are not high school graduates. COHS is provided at no cost to adults who are awarded scholarships by local libraries. The program supports libraries in serving the career, educational, and personal needs of approximately 17% of California adults without a high school diploma. The funding opportunity offers public libraries the chance to offer Career Online High School, an online diploma program for adults age 19 and up. Approximately 17% of California's adults do not have a high school diploma. Typical award amounts range from three to over a hundred no-cost scholarships. AS OF January 2023: the participation process is...
UUM Legal Services Program
closedThe Welfare and Institutions Code(WIC) sections 13300-13302 authorize the CDSS to provide grants to qualified nonprofit legal services organizations to provide legal services to eligible UUMs, as defined in Section 279(g)(2) of Title 6 of the United States Code, who are transferred to the care and custody of the federal Office of Refugee Resettlement(ORR)& are present in California in ORR custody or residing with a family member or other sponsor. The funding for legal services provided pursuant to this Agreement is for the purpose of providing legal representation for UUMs in the filing of, preparation for, and representation in administrative and/or judicial proceedings for the following immigration statuses: Asylum, T-Visa, U-Visa, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), or other...
Department of Toxic Substances Control's (DTSC) CLEAN Program helps developers, businesses, schools, and local governments accelerate the pace of assessment, cleanup, and redevelopment at abandoned and underutilized urban brownfield sites in California. DTSC's CLEAN Loan Program provides loans for property owners, developers, community groups, and local governments to investigate, cleanup and redevelop abandoned and underutilized urban properties. Loan used for the cleanup or removal of hazardous materials where redevelopment is likely to have a beneficial impact on the property values, economic viability, and quality of life of a community. Per Health and Safety Code § 80370, applicant must not have any: Felony convictions or misdemeanors involving the regulation of hazardous materials...
The purpose of the Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Program is to facilitate the reuse/redevelopment of contaminated sites by making low-cost financing available for the cleanup of eligible publicly or privately-held properties. The RLF Program establishes a revolving loan fund that provides loans to help developers, businesses, and local governments clean up and redevelop brownfields. This is a brownfields cleanup loan program administered through a Cooperative Agreement with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA). The applicant is an eligible entity—this includes any public or private entity with control over or access to the site; borrower may not be potentially liable under CERCLA section 107 for cleanup costs at the site—exception may be if the borrower...
The Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) program provides grant funding to (1) engage homeless individuals and families living on the street, (2) rapidly re-house homeless individuals and families, (3) help operate and provide essential services in emergency shelters for homeless individuals and families, and (4) prevent individuals and families from becoming homeless. Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Stimulus (CARES) Act enacted March 27, 2020, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department) will receive funding from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in the amount of approximately $42 million in federal funds for the Emergency Solutions Grants Program (ESG). These funds are referred to as the ESG-Coronavirus(ESG-CV)...
The goal of the Housing for a Healthy California (HHC) program is to reduce the financial burden on local and state resources due to the over-utilization of emergency departments, inpatient care, nursing home stays and use of corrections systems and law enforcement resources as the point of health care provision for people who are chronically homeless or homeless and a high-cost health user. The goal of the Housing for a Healthy California (HHC) program is to reduce the financial burden on local and state resources due to the over-utilization of emergency departments, inpatient care, nursing home stays and use of corrections systems and law enforcement resources as the point of health care provision for people who are chronically homeless or homeless and a high-cost health user. Eligible...
The California Department of Housing and Community Development's (HCD) Local Housing Trust Fund (LHTF) Program provides matching funds to local and regional housing trust funds dedicated to the creation, rehabilitation, or preservation of affordable housing, transitional housing and emergency shelters. The LHTF program provides Matching Grants to Local Housing Trust Funds established by cities and counties, Native American Tribes and incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Eligible activities include construction loans and/or permanent financing loans to pay for predevelopment costs, acquisition costs, and other costs associated with the development or rehabilitation of Affordable rental housing projects, or Emergency Shelters, Transitional Housing, Permanent Supportive Housing...
Funds for conversion, acquisition and/or rehabilitation of existing mobilehome parks in order to preserve them as a source of affordable housing and to assist park residents with needed repairs, accessibility upgrades or replacement of mobilehomes. Short-term conversion loans at up to three percent simple annual interest for up to three years to enable a resident organization, nonprofit sponsor, or local public agency to purchase a mobilehome park. Long-term blanket loans at up to three percent simple annual interest for up to 40 years for long-term financing of a park purchase, or for a resident organization, nonprofit or local public agency that has purchased a park to help low-income residents finance the purchase of shares or spaces in the park or to help pay for the cost to repair...
The purpose of theFY 2020 Tribal EMPG-S is to assist federally-recognized tribes and Indian organizations with their public health and emergency management activities supporting the prevention of, preparation for, and response to the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency. Funds must be used to support activities that effectively contribute to an Applicant’s capability to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the COVID-19 health emergency. The purpose of the EMPG-S for Federally-Recognized Tribes and Indian Organizations in California (FY 2020 Tribal EMPG-S) is to assist federally-recognized tribes and Indian organizations with their public health and emergency management activities supporting the prevention of, preparation for, and response to the ongoing Coronavirus Disease 2019...
SB 1 Technical Assistance
closedIn order to support the High Road Construction Careers initiative, the California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) is pleased to announce the availability of up to $700,000 total in Technical Assistance (TA) to fund two distinct TA categories: Project Support (up to $500,000) and Regional Coordination (up to $200,000) to support the regional HRCC pre-apprenticeship partnerships. The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 of 2017 (Senate Bill 1, Chapter 5, Statutes of 2017, Senator Beall) invests billions of dollars annually to fix and maintain California’s transportation infrastructure. The CWDB received $25 million ($5 million annually for five years) to establish a pre-apprenticeship training program, beginning in 2019.In November 2019, the CWDB released RFA #85585 with the...
The purpose of this grant is to help small businesses and entrepreneurs navigate the financing landscape and successfully access the funding they need to operate and/or expand their businesses. Challenges in accessing capital remain a barrier to growth for the state’s small business base. Funding for the program is made available through the State of California, and the CalOSBA at GO-Biz is responsible for administration of the grant. This grant announcement (Announcement) is to invite proposals from a Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network Lead Center in the State of California to assist small businesses and entrepreneurs to obtain access to capital to fund business consulting services. Applications from Lead Centers should include subcenter funding proposals and be submitted...
The California Small Business Technical Assistance Expansion Program (SB TAEP) was created in 2018 to expand the services of federally-awarded small business technical assistance programs in California, administered by and primarily funded by federal agencies, that provide one-on-one confidential free or low-cost consulting and training to small businesses and entrepreneurs in CA. Gov. Code Section 12100-12100.69. Priorities CalOSBA will prioritize funding for applications that best meet the factors listed in paragraph 1 (Government Code Section 12100-12100.69) and give preference to to applications that propose new or enhanced services to underserved small business owners, including women, people of color and veteran-owned businesses and businesses in low-wealth, rural and...
The Song-Brown program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide healthcare in California’s medically underserved areas. Pursuant to the Song-Brown Health Care Workforce Training Act, Health & Safety Code Sections 128200, et. seq., the California Healthcare Workforce Policy Commission (Commission) will consider applications to support the training of family nurse practitioner (FNP) and primary care physician assistant (PA) training programs. After review of the applications, the Commission makes recommendations for grant awards to the Director of the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD).
The Department of Housing and Community Development’s (HCD) Community Development Block Program (CDBG) partners with rural cities and counties to improve the lives of their low- and moderate-income residents through the creation and expansion of community and economic development opportunities in support of livable communities. This is a subsidiary of the CDBG program to provide relief to eligible entities due to hardship caused by COVID-19. The California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department) receives funding from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and allocates funds to CDBG eligible non-entitlement jurisdictions. Approximately $18.7 million in new CDBG coronavirus response...
Create new parks, expand, or improve existing parks, to increase park access in under-served communities throughout California. To create new parks, expand, or improve existing parks: -Acquisition of land, pre-construction (design, permits etc) and construction costs are eligible. Projects in economically disadvantaged communities with a lack of parks are prioritized. Parks designed with community residents' ideas through community based planning and partnerships with health organizations are encouraged. No Match. The grant may pay for 100% of total project cost. If the project requires additional funds beyond the grant request, those additional funds must be "committed" at the time of application. Otherwise, the applicant should scale the project down to a phase that can be...
IBank’s California Lending for Energy and Environmental Needs (CLEEN) program provides low-cost direct public financing to local governments and nonprofits sponsored by public agencies to help meet the state’s goals for greenhouse gas reduction, water conservation, and environmental preservation The CLEEN Center offers two programs: the Statewide Energy Efficiency Program (SWEEP) and the Light Emitting Diode Street Lighting (LED) program. Financing can be through a direct loan from IBank or through publicly offered tax-exempt bonds in amounts from $500,000 to $30 million. With IBank you: • Save time — We conduct a preliminary review process and provide feedback before inviting you to apply. • Can submit applications any time of the year. We accept applications continuously, and...
IBank's ISRF Loan Fund program provides low-cost, direct loans to local governments and nonprofits sponsored by public agencies for a wide variety of public infrastructure and economic expansion projects (excluding housing) that improve and sustain communities, helping individuals and families thrive. We focus on small and mid-/moderate-sized local governments and special districts — including those in underserved regions and communities. ISRF loans can fund a wide variety of projects – including water and wastewater treatment plant upgrades or construction, venue or airport construction, or street repair and upgrades. ISRF financing is available in amounts ranging from $1 million to $65 million with loan terms for the useful life of the project up to 30 years. With IBank You: • Save...
This program aims to support innovative, collaborative efforts to enhance, promote, and develop sustainable recreation and tourism opportunities and increase access to public lands in the Sierra Nevada Region. The specific focus areas of the Vibrant Recreation and Tourism Directed Grant Program are outlined below. To be considered for funding, projects must fall within at least one of the focus areas: Collaborative Project Implementation Implementation of capital improvement projects designed by a collaborative group organized specifically for the purpose of recreation and tourism. Projects must clearly have multiple benefits, such as recreation infrastructure with water quality benefits, or recreation with habitat protection. Collaborative Project PlanningSupport the establishment or...
The Resilient Sierra Nevada Communities Directed Grant Program is a multi-disciplinary grant program that will provide resources for capacity building and technical support to local agencies, organizations, and tribes. These funds can be used to design, manage, and implement projects that will increase community resiliency against, and recovery from, natural disasters and ecological and economic challenges. To be considered for funding, projects must directly address the nexus among: Environmental Needs, Economic Needs, and Community Needs. This grant program will support the planning and implementation of projects that are specifically designed to confront issues that impact the environment, economy, and communities. This may include a broad array of projects, such as the protection of...
The California Department of Housing and Community Development’s Community Development Block Program (CDBG) partners with rural cities and counties to improve the lives of their low- and moderate-income residents through the creation and expansion of community and economic development opportunities in support of livable communities. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Objective: The primary federal objective of the CDBG program is the development of viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment and through expanding economic opportunities, principally, for persons of low- and moderate-income. “Persons of low and moderate income” are defined as families, households, and individuals whose incomes do not exceed 80...
The Forest and Watershed Health Directed Grants Program aims to support projects that create or improve forest conditions that result in a combination of multiple watershed, ecosystem, and community benefits. The specific focus areas of the Forest and Watershed Health Directed Grants Program are outlined below. To be considered for funding, projects must fall within at least one (or more) of the focus areas: Implementation of prescribed fire to improve watershed health. Project tasks may include pre-burning treatment and site preparation but must also implement prescribed fire on the landscape. Projects that include only planning for prescribed fire or conduct pre-burning site treatments will not be eligible for funding. Large-landscape planning projects for forest health which...
To increase the supply of psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) trained to work in the local public mental health system (PMHS). The grantee(s) shall train psychiatry residents and fellows training in the Public Mental Health System (PMHS), including, but not limited to, adding PMHS psychiatry residency/fellowship slots to an existing psychiatry residency/fellowship program, recruiting residents and/or fellows who can provide care consistent with the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) vision and values, recruiting culturally diverse residents and/or fellows who can provide culturally competent care, increasing the number of hours psychiatry residents and/or fellows train in the PMHS, and providing clinical supervision that leads to Board of Psychiatry and...
Wildlife Conservation Board's Stream Flow Enhancement Program's Solicitation is seeking multi-benefit projects that result in enhanced stream flow. The primary focus is on enhancing flow in streams that support anadromous fish; support special status, threatened, endangered, or at-risk species; and/or provide resilience to climate change. Under the Solicitation, approximately $50 million is anticipated to be available for award. Funding for Scientific Studies will be limited to $3 million through this Solicitation. The goals of the Stream Flow Enhancement Program are threefold: Support projects that lead to meaningful increases in the availability and/or quality of water in streams, particularly by protecting and restoring functional ecological flows for streams identified as priority...
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 public access to sovereign land in Lake Tahoe. The California Tahoe Conservancy (Conservancy) leads California's efforts to restore and enhance the extraordinary natural and recreational resources of the Lake Tahoe Basin. The principal goal of the Conservancy's Science and Lake Improvement Account program (SB 630, 2013) is to support near-shore environmental improvement program activities and projects, particularly projects that manage aquatic invasive species or improve public access to sovereign land in Lake Tahoe. More specifically, such projects...
The principal goal of the Conservancy's Prop 68 grant program is to support purposes set forth in the Conservancy's governing statutes and strategic plan, including stewarding Conservancy lands and protecting Basin communities from wildfire; restoring the resilience of Basin forests and watersheds; providing public access and outdoor recreation for all communities; and fostering Basinwide climate adaptation and sustainable communities. The California Tahoe Conservancy (Conservancy) leads California's efforts to restore and enhance the extraordinary natural and recreational resources of the Lake Tahoe Basin. Proposition 68 allocates $27 million directly to the Conservancy for the purposes set forth in its governing statutes and strategic plan, including stewarding Conservancy lands and...
Small Community Drinking Water (SCDW) Funding is available to assist small disadvantage communities to implement drinking water infrastructure improvement projects. The Program provides low-interest loans and grants for the planning/design and construction of drinking water infrastructure that are needed to address human health risks to drinking water and to achieve/maintain compliance with federal and state drinking water laws. Office of Sustainable Water Solution (office) was created within the State Water Resources Control Board to promote permanent and sustainable drinking water and wastewater treatment solutions to ensure effective and efficient provision of safe, clean, affordable, and reliable drinking water and wastewater treatment services. The Office is focused on addressing...
The purpose of wastewater planning funding is to provide low-interest loans, grants, and principal forgiveness to small disadvantaged communities for planning/design and construction of projects that restore and maintain water quality in the state. Office of Sustainable Water Solution (Office) was created within the State Water Resources Control Board to promote permanent and sustainable drinking water and wastewater treatment solutions to ensure effective and efficient provision of safe, clean, affordable, and reliable drinking water and wastewater treatment services. The Office is focused on addressing financial and technical assistance needs, particularly for small disadvantaged communities through the Small Community Funding Program: Small Community Drinking Water Funding Small...
Sea Otter Recovery Grants
closedGrants for research, science, protection, or programs related to the Federal Sea Otter Recovery Plan or improving the nearshore ocean ecosystem, including activities to reduce sea otter mortality and for public outreach activities that encourage taxpayers to make contributions by voluntary checkoff on a tax return to the California Sea Otter Fund. The programs may also address pathogens and water and wastewater treatment technologies. The California Sea Otter Fund is one of the state’s voluntary tax check-off funds that allows taxpayers to voluntarily contribute additional money for use towards the recovery of California’s sea otter population. A portion of the revenues are allocated to the State Coastal Conservancy for “competitive grants and contracts to public agencies and nonprofit...
California Pollution Control Financing Authority (CPCFA) Exempt Facility Bond Financing Program
openThe Pollution Control Tax-Exempt Bond Financing Program facilitates low cost capital through private activity, tax-exempt bonds. The securities pay for acquisition, construction or installation of qualified pollution control, water furnishing, waste disposal, waste recovery facilities and equipment. Tax-exempt bond financing assists qualified borrowers to obtain lower interest rates than are available through conventional loans. CPCFA acts as a conduit issuer in the transaction. The bonds are issued to raise capital for revenue-generating projects where the funds are used by the borrower to make payments to investors. The conduit financing is typically backed by either the borrower's credit or monies pledged to the project by outside investors. If the project fails and goes into default...
The program's goal is to expand the the number of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations installed by small businesses in California. Millions of consumers in the state do not buy zero emission electric vehicles because of the average driving range of 80-100 miles and the lack of charging stations. This program provides incentives to small business owners and landlords to install EV charging stations for employees, clients and tenants. Loans in this program must be used for the design, development, purchase, and/or installation of electric vehicle charging stations at small business locations in California. Borrowers may be eligible to receive a rebate of 10-15% of the enrolled loan amount. Loans enrolled in the program may receive up to 100% coverage in case of defaults.Maximum loan...
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. We fund a wide variety of projects along the California coast, San Francisco Bay, and in coastal watersheds. The Coastal Conservancy funds a wide variety of projects along the California coast, San Francisco Bay, and in coastal watersheds to increase availability of beaches, parks and trails for the public, protect and restore natural lands and wildlife habitat, preserve working lands, and increase community resilience to the impacts of climate change. The Conservancy will fund most stages of a project including: pre-project feasibility studies, property acquisition, project planning...
The purpose of the program is to improve the health and welfare of California’s critically ill children, by providing a stable and ready source of funds for capital improvement projects for eligible hospitals. On November 6, 2018, California voters passed Proposition 4, the Children's Hospital Bond Act of 2018. The purpose of the program is to improve the health and welfare of California’s critically ill children, by providing a stable and ready source of funds for capital improvement projects for eligible hospitals. The California Health Facilities Financing Authority (CHFFA) is responsible for administering the program. Language in Proposition 4 identifies private nonprofit hospitals that provide pediatric services for children eligible for the California Children’s Services (CCS)...
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control provides funding up to $100,000 for local Police Departments and Sheriff’s Departments to reduce alcohol-related harm in California. *See Grant Purpose
To provide grants for applicants to implement flood risk reduction projects with fish and wildlife habitat enhancements in coastal watersheds. This Program will implement flood risk reduction projects with fish and wildlife habitat enhancements in coastal watersheds (excluding the legal Delta). Priority points will be given to projects in Federal Emergency Management Agency Coastal zones, but eligible projects also include those in upper coastal watersheds on rivers. Eligible funding recipients include any California public agency, nonprofit organization, or Tribe. Projects must include a capital asset acquisition or construction component that must not yet be under construction or acquisition to be eligible. Design, environmental documentation, and studies may be incorporated into...
The California Healthcare, Research and Prevention Tobacco Tax Act of 2016 (Prop 56) provides local public agencies with funding to promote a healthier California by reducing illegal sales and marketing of cigarettes and tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, to minors. The Office of the Attorney General offers these funds annually to local law enforcement agencies through the California Department of Justice Tobacco Grant Program. In accordance with Proposition 56, funds will be awarded to applicants that demonstrate the capacity to support and/or hire law enforcement officers for programs that include, but are not limited to, enforcing state laws and local ordinances relating to illegal sales of tobacco products to minors, marketing of tobacco products to minors, increasing...
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. DTSC's ISCP Loan Program provides loans for property owners, developers, community groups, and local governments to conduct preliminary endangerment assessment of underutilized urban properties. Loan used to conduct preliminary endangerment assessments. If redevelopment of property is determined not to be economically feasible, up to 75 percent of the loan amount can be waived.
This program will provide a borrower with access to low interest rate capital markets through the issuance of tax-exempt and taxable revenue bonds. Eligibility General Requirements -Must be a health facility as defined in the Authority's Act (Section 15432(d) of the California Government Code) -Must be a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation or public health facility (e.g., district hospital) as defined in the Authority's Act (Section 15432(e) of the California Government Code) -Must have been in existence for at least three years, providing the same types of services -Must demonstrate evidence of fiscal soundness and the ability to meet the terms of the proposed loan Use of Funds Funds may be used for: -Construction, remodeling, renovation, and/or improvements -Land acquisition ...
The Explore the Coast Overnight Program aims to create more opportunities for all Californians to stay overnight at the coast through the expansion or construction of hotels, motels, hostels, campgrounds, RV campgrounds, cabins, yurts, dorm rooms, and others. The Conservancy’s Explore the Coast Overnight Program was created to expand more opportunities for all Californians to stay overnight at the coast, particularly individuals and youth from low and middle-income households, communities of color, at-risk or underserved populations, and others that face barriers to accessing the coast. The goals of the Explore the Coast Overnight Program include: Helping improve existing, and develop new lower-cost coastal accommodations; Ensuring that new or renovated coastal accommodation projects...
This program will provide a borrower with access to low interest rate capital markets through the issuance of tax-exempt and taxable revenue bonds. Eligibility General Requirements -Be regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges; -Be a private, non-profit, post-secondary degree granting educational institution that does not factor race or ethnicity into their admissions process, and is located in California or that has educational facilities in California that are regionally accredited; -Offer a broad curriculum in secular subjects, and the information and coursework used to teach secular subjects must be neutral with respect to religion; -Have been operating for a minimum of three years prior to submitting an application for financing and provide three...
This program will provide low-interest rate loans to California's non-profit small or rural health facilities in an efficient, timely, and cost-effective manner. Eligibility -Must be a health facility as defined in the Authority's Act (Section 15432(d) of the California Government Code) -Must be a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation and qualify as a small or rural health facility or public health facility (e.g., district hospital) as defined in the Authority's Act (Section 15432(e) of the California Government Code) -Small facilities must have annual gross revenues of $30 million or less (no revenue limit for rural facilities or district hospitals) -Must be licensed by the State of California, typically through the Department of Health Care Services, Public Health, or Social Services ...
This program will provide a borrower with access to tax-exempt, fixed-rate financing for equipment purchases. Eligibility General Requirements -Must be a health facility as defined in the Authority's Act (Section 15432(d) of the California Government Code) -Must be a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation or public health facility (e.g., district hospital) as defined in the Authority's act (Section 15432(e) of the California Government Code) -Must have been in existence for at least three years, providing the same types of services -Must demonstrate evidence of fiscal soundness and the ability to meet the terms of the proposed loan Use of Funds Funds may be used for: -The purchase or reimbursement of all types of qualifying equipment by an eligible health facility -The financing of...
POST recognizes distance learning as a powerful tool that provides opportunities for readily accessible high-quality training that is delivered more efficiently and effectively. The DLGP is to fully develop and facilitate the delivery of quality training and increase equitable access to learning experiences using distance learning. A key component of this grant requires the developed courses be available for law enforcement personnel statewide. Grants will be awarded to develop and deliver training in one of five (5) program topic areas: Use of Force and De-escalation Implicit Bias and Racial Profiling Community Policing Cultural Diversity Organizational Wellness. The intent of the program is to award funds, on a competitive basis, to qualified public entities for the purpose of...
Is intended to improve access to mental health crisis services in California for children and youth, ages 21 and under by funding a statewide expansion of mobile crisis support teams (MCSTs), crisis stabilization and Children’s Crisis Residential Program beds, and family respite care via grants available to counties. Chapter 30, Statutes of 2016 (SB 833), Section 20, established the Investment in Mental Health Wellness Grant Program for Children and Youth and is intended to improve access to mental health crisis services in California for children and youth, ages 21 and under. SB 833 provides a mechanism for funding a statewide expansion of mobile crisis support teams (MCSTs), crisis stabilization and Children’s Crisis Residential Program beds, and family respite care via grants available...
The CASF Broadband Adoption Account provides grants that will increase publicly available or after-school broadband access and digital inclusion, such as grants for digital literacy training programs and public education to communities with limited broadband adoption. The CPUC will give preference to programs and projects in communities with demonstrated low broadband access, including low income communities, senior citizen communities, and communities facing socioeconomic barriers to broadband adoption. The Broadband Adoption Account is authorized $20 million to provide grants to increase publicly available or after-school broadband access and digital inclusion. Eligible Applicants Local governments, senior centers, schools, public libraries, nonprofit organizations, and...
Reduce tobacco use and promote wellness policies and activities among individuals with behavioral health and substance use disorders in residential behavioral health facilities through the adoption and implementation of tobacco-free campus policies, implementation of evidence based nicotine addiction treatment, and other wellness policies and system changes that support tobacco use cessation. The purpose of this Request for Applications (RFA) is to fund up to 15 Wellness Quality Improvement Projects (QIP) to reduce tobacco use and promote wellness policies and activities among individuals with behavioral health and substance use disorders in residential behavioral health facilities through the adoption and implementation of tobacco-free campus policies, implementation of evidence based...
This solicitation seeks to fund projects that improve water sustainability, enhance anadromous fish habitat, restore wetlands or implement urban greening. Eligible projects must be located in Central California (San Mateo, Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties) and Southern California (Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego counties. The Coastal Conservancy seeks to fund capital projects that achieve multiple benefits, serve disadvantaged communities, and result in quantifiable outcomes. Priorities for this grant program include: Water Sustainability Protect and Enhance Anadromous Fish Habitat Wetland Restoration Urban Greening Eligible projects must be located in Central California (San Mateo, Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Luis Obispo and Santa...
RUST grants may be used to finance up to 100 percent of the costs necessary to upgrade, remove, or replace UST project tanks to comply with the requirements of Health and Safety Code sections 25284.1, 25292.05, 25292.4, 25292.5, or 41954. Replacing, Removing, or Upgrading Underground Storage Tanks (RUST) grants are available to assist small business underground storage tank (UST) owners and operators in financing up to 100 percent of the costs necessary to upgrade, remove, or replace project tanks to comply with the requirements of Health and Safety Code section 25284.1, 25292.05, 25292.4, 25292.5, or 41954. Please note that removal-only projects are now eligible for RUST grants. Grants are available for between $3,000 and $70,000 to eligible UST owners/operators. An additional...
RUST loans may be used to finance up to 100 percent of the costs necessary to upgrade, remove or replace project tanks, including corrective actions, to meet applicable local state, or federal standards, including, but not limited to, any design, construction, monitoring, operation, or maintenance requirements adopted pursuant to Health and Safety Code sections 25284.1, 25292.05, 25292.4, or 41954. Replacing, Removing, or Upgrading Underground Storage Tanks (RUST) loans are available to assist small business underground storage tank (UST) owners and operators in financing up to 100 percent of the costs necessary to upgrade, remove, or replace project tanks, including corrective actions, to meet applicable local, state, or federal standards, including, but not limited to, any design...
Urban Greening
closedSupport the development of green infrastructure projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and provide multiple benefits. Urban Greening Program will fund projects that reduce greenhouse gases by sequestering carbon, decreasing energy consumption and reducing vehicle miles traveled, while also transforming the built environment into places that are more sustainable, enjoyable, and effective in creating healthy and vibrant communities. These projects will establish and enhance parks and open space, using natural solutions to improving air and water quality and reducing energy consumption, and creating more walkable and bike-able trails. All projects are required to show a net GHG benefit and provide multiple other benefits. In order to quantify GHG emission reductions, projects must...
The SN Program is intended to provide cameras on school transportation used by pre-K through high school students with disabilities/special needs to identify abusive behavior that may occur between students and/or between students and bus drivers/school personnel. Background Information Children with intellectual and developmental disabilities represent approximately 12-15 percent of the United States’ population. Many of these children are nonverbal or otherwise unable to communicate if abused. The abuse and neglect rate for children with disabilities is higher due to their vulnerability and decreased likelihood that the perpetrator will be identified and prosecuted. Currently, California has no legislative mandate for cameras on school transportation used by students with...
The purpose of the Water or Energy Audit is to encourage public agencies to take an independent look into their current practices, identify potentially inefficient water or energy use and follow up with a well thought out planto improve consumption of these valuable resources. All audits must be related to projects, facilities, or activities that are otherwise eligible for Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) funding. Any city, town, district, or other public body created under state law, including state agencies A Native American tribal government or an authorized Native American tribal organization having jurisdiction over disposal of sewage, industrial wastes or other waste Any designated and approved management agency under Section 208 of the Clean Water Act 501(c)(3)'s and...
The Cleanup and Abatement Account (CAA) funds may be utilized to fund: (1) projects that clean up and/or abate the effects of a waste on waters of the State, or (2) projects that address urgent drinking water needs. The Cleanup and Abatement Account (CAA) was created by Water Code Sections 13440-13443 to provide grants for the cleanup or abatement of a condition of pollution when there are no viable responsible parties available to undertake the work. Water code section 13442 authorizes the State Water Board to utilize CAA funds to address an urgent drinking water need. This includes needs due to drought, contamination, or other eligible emergencies. The CAA is funded by various monies including those: appropriated by the Legislature; collected as part of criminal penalties or civil...
Under federal and state law the primary purpose of the CWSRF Program is to provide financing for eligible projects to restore and maintain water quality in the state. The SWRCB also seeks to reduce the effects of climate change and to promote sustainable water resources for future generations. These objectives must be cost-effective and complement both the federal and state criteria and the policy goals of the State Water Board. Eligible Applicants: Any city, town, district, or other public body created under state law, including state agencies A Native American tribal government or an authorized Native American tribal organization having jurisdiction over disposal of sewage, industrial wastes or other waste Any designated and approved management agency under Section 208 of the Clean...
The Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience Program (SAFER) is a set of tools, funding sources, and regulatory authorities designed to ensure that one million Californians who currently lack safe drinking water receive safe & affordable drinking water as quickly as possible. The SAFER Program’s goal is to provide safe drinking water in every California community, for every Californian. In 2019, Senate Bill 200 (SB200) established the Safe and Affordable Drinking Water (SADW) Fund to address funding gaps and provide solutions to water systems, especially those serving DACs, to address both their short- and long-term drinking water needs. The SADW Fund is one of several funds that are part of the larger SAFER Program. Complementary funding sources administered by the State...
The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWRSF) program assists public water systems in financing the cost of drinking water infrastructure projects needed to achieve or maintain compliance with Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) requirements and support to human right to water. The Division of Financial Assistant (DFA), State Water Board manages the DWSRF program and prioritizes financing for projects that address the most serious human health risks, are necessary to comply with SDWA, and assist public water systems (PWS) most in need on per household basis. Periodically funding programs that help provide clean and safe water are used in combination with the DWSRF program. Eligible community water systems (CWS) currently may receive principle forgiveness (PF)/grant from $2,000,000 up to...
The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWRSF) program assists public water systems in financing the cost of drinking water infrastructure projects needed to achieve or maintain compliance with Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) requirements and support to human right to water. The Division of Financial Assistant (DFA), State Water Board manages the DWSRF program and prioritizes financing for projects that address the most serious human health risks, are necessary to comply with SDWA, and assist public water systems (PWS) most in need on per household basis. Periodically funding programs that help provide clean and safe water are used in combination with the DWSRF program. Eligible small community water systems (SCWS) serving a small disadvantage community (DAC) and small severely...
Urban Flood Protection
closedCalifornia voters passed the California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection, and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) on June 5, 2018, which authorized a competitive grant program for the purpose of multi-benefit projects in urbanized areas to address flooding. Projects must address flooding in urbanized areas and provide multiple benefits. Eligible projects shall include, but are not limited to, storm water capture and reuse, planning and implementation of low-impact development, restoration of urban streams and watersheds, and increasing permeable surfaces to help reduce flooding. At least twenty percent (20%) of program funds shall be allocated for projects serving severely disadvantaged communities. Unless the project has been identified as serving...
STEP aims to address community residents’ transportation needs, increase residents’ access to key destinations (e.g., schools, grocery stores, workplaces, daycare facilities, community centers, medical facilities), and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Through the Implementation Grant Solicitation, STEP currently has up to $20 million available from Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020 Low Carbon Transportation Investments to fund clean transportation and supporting projects in disadvantaged communities. Funded projects will work together to increase community residents’ ability to access key destinations without a personal vehicle. Based on environmental justice principles, STEP funds projects that are priorities for historically under-served and over-burdened residents by requiring that projects...
STEP is a new transportation equity pilot that aims to address community residents’ transportation needs, increase access to key destinations, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by funding planning, clean transportation, and supporting projects. STEP currently has up to $2 million available from Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020 Low Carbon Transportation Investments to help disadvantaged and low-income communities identify residents’ transportation needs and prepare them to implement clean transportation and supporting projects. Based on environmental justice principles, STEP funds projects that are priorities for historically under-served and over-burdened residents by requiring that projects center the knowledge and expertise of residents through all phases of project design, implementation...
The Water Recycling Funding Program (WRFP) promotes the beneficial use of treated municipal wastewater (water recycling) in order to augment or offset fresh water supplies in California. Water recycling construction projects must offset or augment state or local fresh water supplies. Eligible projects include construction of recycled water treatment facilities, storage facilities, pumping facilities, groundwater recharge facilities, and recycled water distribution systems, including onsite improvements. Eligible costs for grant are limited to construction only. The grant will be established as 35 percent of the reasonable, estimated construction cost for the project up to the maximum established by the State Water Board in the annual Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Intended Use...
The Water Recycling Funding Program (WRFP) promotes the beneficial use of treated municipal wastewater (water recycling) in order to augment or offset fresh water supplies in California. The purpose of the WRFP Planning Grant is to encourage Local Public Agencies to investigate the feasibility of recycling wastewater and assist them with completing planning for water recycling projects by supplementing local funds. The WRFP Planning Grant will generally cover 50 percent of the planning costs to develop a recycled water feasibility study. Generally, all costs necessary to determine the feasibility of using recycled water and to select an alternative to offset or augment the use of fresh/potable water from state or local supplies may be eligible for the planning grant. The maximum grant...
Wildlife Conservation Board's Lower American River Conservancy Program's Solicitation priorities include improving the quality of water that flows within and into the American River Parkway (Parkway) and the enhancement of interpretive and educational facilities related to the Parkway and its natural, cultural, and historic resources. The Solicitation has up to $2 million to spend, and funds expended by March 15, 2024. The Program seeks projects that result in enduring benefits to the Lower American River. The Program allows for the following types of projects: Land acquisitions, capital improvements that expand, restore, enhance, interpret, or protect the Parkway’s natural, cultural, historic, recreational, and educational resources, consistent with the American River Parkway Plan, and...
Wildlife Conservation Board’s Public Access Program’s projects should focus on creating meaningful outdoor experiences for all Californians. Projects should provide public benefits, leverage funding to produce the greatest benefit, and provide access to natural and wild areas. The 2020 Public Access Proposal Solicitation (PSN) has up to $6 million to spend, with an average grant term of 3 years. The PSN prioritizes: boating access projects, hunting and fishing projects, and non-consumptive wildlife-oriented recreation. Planning and implementation projects are to be considered. Planning grants are intended to support the development of projects that are likely to qualify for future implementation funding under this program. Implementation grants are intended for construction, enhancement...
To increase the supply of psychiatrists and public mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) trained to work in the local public mental health system (PMHS). The grantee(s) will fund increased numbers of PMHNPs training in the Public Mental Health System (PMHS), including, but not limited to, adding PMHS PMHNP field placements, recruiting PMHNP students who can provide care consistent with the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) vision and values, recruiting culturally diverse PMHNP students who can provide culturally competent care, increasing the number of hours PMHNP students are trained in the PMHS, and providing clinical supervision that leads to American Nurses Credentialing and/or American Association of Nurse Practitioners national certification.
This program funds treatment and remediation activities, specifically operations and maintenance of existing facilities, that prevent or reduce the contamination of groundwater that serves as a source of drinking water. **** This active solicitation is only for projects serving severely disadvantaged communities (SDACs). Before applying, please contact program staff at [email protected] to confirm SDAC eligibility.**** The general solicitation for this program closed on January 24, 2020. There was not adequate demand to award the $16 million SDAC set-aside. This second solicitation, specifically for SDAC projects, has been significantly streamlined. The goal is to collect enough information for program staff to evaluate project eligibility. After reviewing...
Priorities for this funding include construction of wildlife overcrossings and undercrossings, restoration of natural habitats that provide a visual screen in wildlife corridors, and removal of instream impediments to fish passage. The Wildlife Conservation Board's 2020 Public Solicitation Notice (PSN) for Wildlife Corridor and Fish Passage Projects. Proposed projects may be planning or implementation projects to construct, repair, modify, or remove transportation infrastructure or water resources infrastructure improving passage for wildlife or fish. PSN priorities include construction of wildlife overcrossings and undercrossings, restoration or enhancement of natural habitats that provide a visual screen in wildlife corridors, removal of instream impediments to fish passage, and...
The Song-Brown Program funds institutions that train primary care health professionals to provide health care in California’s medically underserved areas. Awardees shall use the funding to expand primary care services. The funding will support FamilyMedicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), and Pediatric residency programs.
The program will provide capacity building grants to Resource Conservation Districts. Financial Assistance Program funding will help RCDs become more relevant, excellent, and visible by building capacity. Capacity building is an investment in the effectiveness and future sustainability of an organization. While this funding is an initial investment in RCD capacity, the growth, effectiveness and sustainability of an RCD is ultimately the responsibility of the organization.
To increase public transit ridership by funding higher density affordable housing developments within one-quarter mile of transit stations and infrastructure improvements necessary for the development of specified housing developments. The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) announced the release of the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for approximately $141 million in funds for the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Housing Program. This funding provides low-interest permanent Loans to eligible Sponsors for Rental Housing Developments. It also provides Grants to Localities and public transit agencies for Infrastructure Projects necessary for the development of specified Housing Developments, or to facilitate connections between these developments and a...
The Proposition 1 Storm Water Grant Program funds multi-benefit storm water management projects, such as: green infrastructure, rainwater and storm water capture projects, and storm water treatment facilities. This "Round 2" solicitation is for implementation projects only (no planning grants). Instead of being viewed as a resource, storm water and dry weather runoff has historically been seen as a problem that must be moved to the ocean as quickly as possible or as a source of contamination, contributing to the loss of usable water supplies and the pollution and impairment of rivers, lakes, streams, and coastal waters. Eligible Projects are those that capture, treat, infiltrate and/or use storm water/dry weather runoff for a variety of potential benefits, including (but not limited...
This program allows councils of governments (COGs) and other regional entities to collaborate on projects that have a broader regional impact on housing. Grant funding is intended to help regional entities and governments facilitate local housing production that will assist local governments in meeting their Regional Housing Need Allocation (RHNA). The REAP program is made available as a portion of the Local Government Planning Support Grants Program pursuant to Chapter 3.1 of Health and Safety Code (Sections 50515 to 50515.05) (Chapter 159, Statutes of 2019). The principal goal of this program is to make funding available to councils of governments and other regional entities for the preparation, adoption, and implementation of plans and processes that acceleratehousing production and...
Protect agricultural lands to support infill & compact development and to further the purposes of AB 32 by avoiding increases in the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the conversion of agricultural land to non-agricultural uses. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Agricultural Conservation Acquisitions —Provide funding to leverage the protection of strategically located, highly productive, and critically threatened agricultural land, via the purchase of permanent agricultural conservation easements.
Protect agricultural lands to support infill & compact development and to further the purposes of AB 32 by avoiding increases in the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the conversion of agricultural land to non-agricultural uses. The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program supports the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission goals by making strategic investments to protect agricultural lands. Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Planning Grants support the development and implementation of plans for the protection of agricultural land at risk of conversion to non-agricultural uses, maintaining the economic viability of the region’s agricultural lands, and developing the economic viability of regional food systems and infrastructure to support the production...
The purpose of this Program Opportunity Notice (PON) is to assist local educational agencies (LEAs) in the financing of their energy efficiency and renewable energy projects (i.e. energy projects). Up to $38 million will be available for loans for energy projects depending on projected energy and cost savings through an energy audit that complies with the criteria of this PON. The Energy Conservation Assistance Act (ECAA) Program is a low- and zero-interest loan program administered by the CEC. The ECAA Program is authorized by Public Resources Code section 25410 et. seq.
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Nothing has a bigger impact on the professional success and upward economic mobility of young people than a higher education. But, for many families, the dream of sending their children to college has climbed beyond reach as costs and student loan debt skyrocket. That’s why ScholarShare 529, California’s state-sponsored 529 college savings plan, is offering eligible families a matching grant to help kickstart the college planning process. ScholarShare 529, California’s college savings plan, is offering a matching grant to help families make the most of their college savings. Eligible families, who apply online and open a new ScholarShare 529 account between February 1, 2020 and December 31, 2020, will receive a dollar-for-dollar match up to $200! Plus, families who establish recurring...
Provide training to peer personnel on issues that may include crisis management, suicide prevention, recovery planning, targeted case management assistance, triage, and other related peer training and support functions. Peer personnel can be individuals with lived experience. OSHPD defines lived experience as an individual that experienced mental/behavioral health services as a consumer, family member, and/or caregiver. Applicants must implement a peer personnel training and placement program that contains recruitment and outreach, career counseling, training, placement, support, evaluation, and if applicable, financial assistance.
Competitive grants that provide non-motorized infrastructure development and enhancements that promote new or alternate access to parks, waterways, outdoor recreational pursuits, and forested or other natural environments to encourage health-related active transportation and opportunities for Californians to reconnect with nature. All projects must provide non-motorized recreational infrastructure development and enhancements that promote new or alternate access to parks, waterways, outdoor recreational pursuits, and forested or other natural environments to encourage health-related active transportation and opportunities for Californians to reconnect with nature.
SJFPEP funds projects through local assistance grants or direct expenditures to improve conditions for survival of various life stages of salmonids and other native fish populations in the lower San Joaquin River watershed, and to reduce vulnerability of native fishes to water diversions, predation, and other impacts to their populations at all life stages within or upstream of the Sacramento San Joaquin Delta (Delta). The SJFPEP will give priority to projects that are consistent with or aligned with existing priorities of the CalFed Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report (EIS/EIR) Stage 1 priority actions, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries Recovery Plan for The Evolutionarily Significant Units of Sacramento River Winter-run Chinook...
Since 1985, the Urban Streams Restoration Program provided more than 270 grants in accordance with California Water Code Section 7048, ranging from $1,000 to $1 million to communities throughout California. We fund planning and implementation projects that protect infrastructure by restoring streams, creeks, and rivers to enhance the environment for fish, wildlife, and people. The Urban Streams Restoration Program (USRP) is currently funded by Propositions 84 and 68 and was established in 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 State. The USRP provides local assistance grants to fund projects and provide technical assistance to restore streams impacted...
The principal objective of ALMP is the establishment of agricultural conservation easements in furtherance of the mitigation measure set out in the Authority-approved Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plans for the high speed rail (HSR) project. The goal is to protect agricultural land of equivalent quality and acreage near HSR project’s alignment, stations, and maintenance facilities at a replacement ratio of not less than 1:1. The Agricultural Land Mitigation Program (ALMP) provides grant funding for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements on farmland within Fresno, Madera, Merced, Kern, Kings, or Tulare counties. Interested landowners must partner with an eligible applicant, such as a land trust, city, county, resource conservation district, or regional park or open-space...
The goal of this grant is to increase access for young children birth to five years old to inclusive early learning and care programs. It supports the inclusion of children with disabilities and exceptional needs, including children with severe disabilities, in early learning and care settings pursuant to Parts B and C of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The grant period began on June 15, 2020, and continues through December 31, 2024. A total of $175,569,580 was distributed among successful LEA applicants who demonstrated the need for the IEEEP funds, the ability to meet the requirements in the Request for Application (RFA), and provided the required 33 percent fiscal matching of funds as well as demonstrated fiscal sustainability beyond the grant period. Grants...
Proposition 1 – Round 1 Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Implementation Grant Program
closedThe IRWM Grant Program is designed to encourage integrated regional strategies for water resource management in California by providing funding for projects and programs throughout the state including climate change adaptation, providing incentives for collaboration and setting priorities in water resource and infrastructure management, and improving regional water self-reliance while reducing reliance on Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Grant applications are submitted by an eligible IRWM Region representative (applicant) and an application may have multiple projects from Local Project Sponsors (LPS). To be part of the application and access grant funding through their relationship with the applicant, LPS must meet eligibility requirements specified in the 2019 IRWM Grant Program...
Central Valley Tributaries
closedThe Program will fund multi-benefit flood risk reduction projects. The projects to be funded by this Program shall: (1) address flood risk for urban communities, small communities and/or rural areas; and (2) enhance ecosystems, including fish and wildlife habitat and improving water quality downstream. Projects must be in the Central Valley of California. This Program will implement flood risk reduction projects with fish and wildlife habitat enhancements in the Central Valley of California (excluding Legal Delta). Priority points will be given to projects associated with supporting Voluntary Agreements to improve water quality in the Sacramento - San Joaquin River Delta. Eligible funding recipients include any California public agency, nonprofit organization, or Tribe. Projects...
The purpose of the Forest Health Watershed Coordinator Grants is to fund watershed coordinator that support collaborative watershed improvement efforts to restore forest health and resilience. The principal goal of the Watershed Coordinator Program is to improve watershed health by providing support for local, collaborative watershed improvement efforts. The Forest Health Watershed Coordinator Grant Program aims to restore health and resilience to forests at the watershed scale for multiple benefits, including water quality.
The intent of this funding is to continue to support a statewide early math initiative that includes the development, identification, and distribution of early math resources, professional learning and coaching for educators, and mathematical learning opportunities for children. Request for ApplicationsCalifornia Statewide Early Math InitiativeNote: The due date for the request for applications has passed. This page is for reference and administration of funding. The intent of this Request for Applications (RFA) is to support a statewide early math initiative that includes the development, identification, and distribution of early math resources, professional learning and coaching for educators, and mathematical learning opportunities for children. DocumentDescriptionRequest for...
Designed to help provide credit enhancement to facilitate the financing of the purchase, construction, and/or renovation of facilities for California public Charter Schools. Funds awarded under the Program will be used in conjunction with funding provided through the Charter School Facilities Program (CSFP) or the Authority’s Conduit Financing Program (Non-CSFP). The Project Acceleration Notes and Credit Enhancement Alternatives (PANACEA) Program supports short-term interim financing to charter schools that have received a reservation of funds through the Charter School Facilities Program or are awaiting the issuance of long-term debt through the Authority’s Conduit Bond and Note Financing Program.
This Grant Program provides funding for implementation projects that will improve water quality in the San Joaquin River and the Delta. The program targets subsurface agricultural drainage water from the west side of the San Joaquin Valley, an area of primary concern for protecting the water quality of the San Joaquin River. The funding disbursed through this Grant Program is intended to support projects that will result in direct, measurable water quality improvements to the San Joaquin River by reducing or eliminating discharges of subsurface agricultural drainage. Previous studies suggest that source control, drainage reuse, evaporation and disposal systems, land retirement, groundwater management, and institutional changes are all used in the management of subsurface drainage and...
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 party, and the applicant is not an eligible claimant to the UST Cleanup Fund. The maximum amount of grant monies available for an eligible occurrence is $1 million. Senate Bill 445 (Hill, chapter 547, statutes of 2014), effective September 25, 2014, changed the OSCF eligibility criteria by not limiting the program to brownfield sites. Grant Details Grants provide funding for response actions that characterize, assess, andinvestigate an unauthorized release from petroleum USTs. These actions include apreliminary site assessment, soil and groundwater...
To provide financial assistance for charter school facilities. The Charter School Facility Grant Program provides annual grants to offset annual on-going facility costs for charter schools that service a high-percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals or located in a public elementary school boundary serving a similar demographic. This program, previously administered by the California Department of Education, was transferred to the California School Finance Authority (CSFA) in 2013-14. Availability of funding is announced on the CSFA website each year.
The Charter School Revolving Loan Fund Program provides low-cost loans of up to $250,000 to charter schools The Charter School Revolving Loan Fund (CSRFL) Program provides low-cost loans of up to $250,000 to charter schools, with priority given to schools opening in the current fiscal year. The Authority conducts extensive credit evaluations, makes funding recommendations, executes loan agreements, creates payment schedules, disburses funds, offsets loan payments, collects delinquent or defaulted loans, and develops program fund reconciliations and projections. The Authority sends out a Listserve to announce the opening and closing of the application period.
CAEATFA supports California's mission to provide financial incentives to cutting-edge companies by offering a sales and use tax exclusion to manufacturers purchasing equipment to promote alternative energy, advanced transportation and recycling, as well as advanced manufacturing. These manufacturers create tens of thousands of high-paying, permanent jobs that bolster the state's economy. The California Alternative Energy and Advanced Transportation Financing Authority (CAEATFA) Sales and Use Tax Exclusion (STE) Program (the “Program”) excludes from sales and use taxes purchases of Qualified Property if its use is either to process Recycled feedstock or using Recycled feedstock in the production of another product or soil amendment; or that is used in an Advanced Manufacturing process; or...
The federally-funded Charter School Facilities Credit Enhancement Grant Program provides grants to fully or partially fund debt service reserve accounts on bond transactions issued through the Authority. The grant is intended to reduce the overall cost of borrowing for charter schools as it eliminates the need to fund the reserve through bond proceeds. Designed to fund debt service reserves for the financing of acquisition, renovation, or construction of charter school facilities, or the refinancing of existing charter school facility debt.
This federally-funded grant assists high-performing charter schools in offsetting the costs of acquisition, construction, and renovation of charter school facilities as well as funding for rent, lease, Prop 39 pro-rata payments, mortgage, and debt service payments. This is a competitive grant that provides assistance with facility costs to high-performing charter schools in underserved communities. At least 80% of the instructional time offered by the charter school must be at the school’s site. Funds are made available in funding rounds, beginning with the opening of an application period. The application period is noticed on the CSFA website and by notice sent via the CSFA ListServ.
Through the passage of Propositions 47, 55, 1D, and most recently, 51, $1.4 billion has been made available to charter schools for construction of new facilities or rehabilitation of existing school district facilities. CSFP provides low-cost financing for charter school facilities; 50% grant, 50% loan. Through the passage of Propositions 47, 55, 1D, and most recently, 51, $1.4 billion has been made available to charter schools for construction of new facilities or rehabilitation of existing school district facilities. CSFP provides low-cost financing for charter school facilities; 50% grant, 50% loan. This money is used to finance the construction of new, permanent school facilities or rehabilitation of existing school district facilities for charter schools throughout the state. CSFP is...
The Underground Storage Tank (UST) Cleanup Fund's mission is to (1) establish a mechanism to meet Financial Responsibility requirements for owners and operators of petroleum USTs, and (2) reimburse eligible corrective action costs incurred in the cleanup of contamination resulting from the unauthorized release of petroleum from USTs. The UST Cleanup Fund provides a means for petroleum UST owners and operators to meet the federal and state requirements of maintaining financial responsibility to pay for damages arising from unauthorized releases from their petroleum USTs. The Fund assists a large number of small businesses and individuals by providing reimbursement for expenses associated with the cleanup of leaking USTs.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program provides grants to neighborhood groups, public service districts and other organizations to construct or improve public neighborhood facilities such as senior centers, parks, playgrounds, community center, and recreation buildings in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods and communities in unincorporated Fresno County.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program provides grants to neighborhood groups, public service districts and other organizations to construct or improve public neighborhood facilities such as senior centers, parks, playgrounds, community center, and recreation buildings in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods and communities in unincorporated Fresno County.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program provides grants to neighborhood groups, public service districts and other organizations to construct or improve public neighborhood facilities such as senior centers, parks, playgrounds, community center, and recreation buildings in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods and communities in unincorporated Fresno County.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program provides grants to neighborhood groups, public service districts and other organizations to construct or improve public neighborhood facilities such as senior centers, parks, playgrounds, community center, and recreation buildings in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods and communities in unincorporated Fresno County.
Federal CDBG funds administered by Madera County for community development projects including housing rehabilitation, public facilities, infrastructure, and economic development in low- and moderate-income areas.
Federal HOME funds for affordable housing activities including new construction, rehabilitation, tenant-based rental assistance, and homebuyer assistance for low-income households in Madera County.
Federal ESG funds for homeless prevention, emergency shelter, rapid re-housing, and street outreach services for homeless individuals and families in Madera County.