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  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Farm and Ranch Solid Waste Cleanup and Abatement Grant Program

    Open Date
    Jun 29, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $1,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Grant Program ID
    FR73
    Portal ID
    6235
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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).

    Eligible Applicants
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies

    Sites must be located on 'Farm and Ranch' property, defined in CCR Section 17991(d) as range or agricultural land used for activities such as, but not limited to, commercial livestock/crop production (various). The site need not have active sales or production, but shall be appropriately zoned/otherwise authorized for agricultural activities. Appurtenant easements or right-of-ways such as, but not limited to, public roads and utilities included.

    View Full Grant Details: Farm and Ranch Solid Waste Cleanup and Abatement Grant Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA) Grant Program

    Open Date
    Jun 15, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $650,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Grant Program ID
    TDA17
    Portal ID
    6181
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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 Applicants
    • Business
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies
    View Full Grant Details: Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA) Grant Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality Grant Program – Proposition 1

    Open Date
    Jul 31, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $3,100,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy
    Grant Program ID
    P1-XXXX
    Portal ID
    2631
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

     

    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.

     

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

    The Conservancy will fund projects within or benefiting the Delta and Suisun Marsh. The Conservancy may fund a project outside the Delta and Suisun Marsh if the Conservancy Board makes all the findings described in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Reform Act of 2009, Section 32360(g).  

    View Full Grant Details: Ecosystem Restoration and Water Quality Grant Program – Proposition 1>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program

    Open Date
    Aug 18, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    CA Department of Food and Agriculture
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $200,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    CA Department of Food and Agriculture
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    6646
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.  

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

    Proposals that originate from outside of California are considered if the proposal includes relevance to vertebrate pest concerns within California. 

    View Full Grant Details: Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Sea Otter Recovery Grants

    Open Date
    Jul 7, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Coastal Conservancy
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $250,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Coastal Conservancy
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    6328
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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. 

     

    Eligible Applicants
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies
    View Full Grant Details: Sea Otter Recovery Grants>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Proposition 1 Groundwater Grant Program

    Open Date
    Jul 6, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    State Water Resources Control Board
    Match Funding?
    50%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $50,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    State Water Resources Control Board
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    1083
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    Grants to prevent or cleanup contamination of groundwater that serves as a source of drinking water.

     

    Eligible Applicants
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies
    View Full Grant Details: Proposition 1 Groundwater Grant Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    California Farmland Conservancy Program 2021

    Open Date
    Apr 2, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Conservation
    Match Funding?
    5%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $6,455,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Conservation
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    3027
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Nonprofit
    Eligible Geographies

    State of California

    View Full Grant Details: California Farmland Conservancy Program 2021>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    2020-2021 Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) Land Use Planning Grants

    Open Date
    Apr 28, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Conservation
    Match Funding?
    10%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $571,487
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Conservation
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    10433
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

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

    State of California

    View Full Grant Details: 2020-2021 Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) Land Use Planning Grants>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    2020-21 Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) Agricultural Conservation Acquisition Grants

    Open Date
    Apr 29, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Conservation
    Match Funding?
    25%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $65,417,876
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Other
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Conservation
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    10427
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

     

     

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

    State of California

    View Full Grant Details: 2020-21 Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) Agricultural Conservation Acquisition Grants>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Forest Conservation Program 2021 Proposal Solicitation Notice

    Open Date
    Aug 16, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Wildlife Conservation Board
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $18,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Advances & Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Wildlife Conservation Board
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    6619
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    Eligible Geographies

    Projects must be located within the Sierra Nevada and Cascade Mountains in California. An interactive map can be viewed on the Biogeographic Information and Observation System (BIOS).

    View Full Grant Details: Forest Conservation Program 2021 Proposal Solicitation Notice>/span>