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  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2020-21 & FY2021-22)

    Open Date
    Mar 10, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $3,800,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Advances & Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    5290
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies

    Projects must be focused on and relevant to California forests and other ecosystems and their management. A significant portion of the geographic area proposed for study must be contained within California and may include adjacent lands contiguous and representative of California sites. Any sites external to California and discontinuous to study areas within the state require justification. Study areas may not be located outside the United States

    View Full Grant Details: CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2020-21 & FY2021-22)>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    2021 Natural Community Conservation Planning (NCCP) Local Assistance Grant Program

    Open Date
    May 17, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Fish and Wildlife
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $2,576,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Fish and Wildlife
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    4948
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies

    Proposals must address the highest priority tasks associated with the implementation of approved NCCPs or NCCPs that are likely to be approved within 12 months.

    View Full Grant Details: 2021 Natural Community Conservation Planning (NCCP) Local Assistance Grant Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Program

    Open Date
    Jul 14, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Toxic Substances Control
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $3,300,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Advances & Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Toxic Substances Control
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    1611
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    • Loan
    Purpose

    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.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies

    Within State of California

    View Full Grant Details: Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    CalConserve Water Use Efficiency Loan Program

    Open Date
    Jul 15, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Water Resources
    Match Funding?
    50%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $7,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Advance(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Water Resources
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    2076
    Opportunity Type
    • Loan
    Purpose

    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. 

    Eligible Applicants
    • Public Agency
    Eligible Geographies

    Projects throughout California are eligible for funding.

    View Full Grant Details: CalConserve Water Use Efficiency Loan Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY20

    Open Date
    Dec 11, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Parks and Recreation
    Match Funding?
    25%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $540,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Parks and Recreation
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    4696
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    Provide resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Business
    • Individual
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies

    California waterways

    View Full Grant Details: Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY20>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Operation and Maintenance Grant

    Open Date
    Dec 11, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Parks and Recreation
    Match Funding?
    25%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $36,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Parks and Recreation
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    4699
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    Provide resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Business
    • Individual
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies

    California waterways

    View Full Grant Details: Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Operation and Maintenance Grant>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    CAL FIRE Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program

    Open Date
    May 25, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
    Match Funding?
    25%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $20,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    $150,000 – $1,500,000
    Funds Disbursement
    Advances & Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    6115
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

     

    Eligible Applicants
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    Eligible Geographies

    Statewide

    View Full Grant Details: CAL FIRE Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Tire Incentive Program FY 2021-22

    Open Date
    May 4, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $3,250,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Grant Program ID
    TIP9
    Portal ID
    14495
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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
    • Business
    Eligible Geographies

    Eligible applicants must be California-based or incorporated in another state (or country) with an existing manufacturing facility in California.

    View Full Grant Details: Tire Incentive Program FY 2021-22>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Division of Boating and Waterways Boating Infrastructure Grant

    Open Date
    Jun 30, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Parks and Recreation
    Match Funding?
    25%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $10,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    $200,000 – $1,500,000
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Parks and Recreation
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    6220
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    Provides funding to construct or improve infrastructure used by transient recreational vessels 26 feet or more in length.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Business
    • Public Agency
    Eligible Geographies

    Waterways within California.

    View Full Grant Details: Division of Boating and Waterways Boating Infrastructure Grant>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Proposition 1 Grant Program

    Open Date
    Jun 2, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $1,639,513
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    6142
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    Implementing the California Water Action Plan in the Coachella Valley.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies

    Projects must be located within, or provide direct benefits to, the jurisdiction of the Conservancy which is entirely within Riverside County and matches the boundaries of the Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan.

    View Full Grant Details: Proposition 1 Grant Program>/span>