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  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Urban Flood Protection

    Open Date
    Jun 5, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    CA Natural Resources Agency
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $92,500,000
    Estimated Low/High
    $200,000 – $6,000,000
    Funds Disbursement
    Advances & Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    CA Natural Resources Agency
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    1023
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    California 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.

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

    Projects must be located in the State of California. At least twenty percent (20%) of program funds shall be allocated for projects serving severely disadvantaged communities.

    View Full Grant Details: Urban Flood Protection>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    RCD Financial Assistance Program

    Open Date
    Apr 30, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Conservation
    Match Funding?
    25%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $135,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Conservation
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    3159
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    The program will provide capacity building grants to Resource Conservation Districts.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Public Agency
    Eligible Geographies

    State of CA

    View Full Grant Details: RCD Financial Assistance Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Proposition 1 Storm Water Grant Program

    Open Date
    Apr 15, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    State Water Resources Control Board
    Match Funding?
    50%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $100,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    $250,000 – $10,000,000
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    State Water Resources Control Board
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    1062
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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).

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

    None.

    View Full Grant Details: Proposition 1 Storm Water Grant Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Urban Greening

    Open Date
    Jun 9, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    CA Natural Resources Agency
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $28,500,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Advances & Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    CA Natural Resources Agency
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    1050
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    Support the development of green infrastructure projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and provide multiple benefits.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    Eligible Geographies

    Statewide. Priority will be given to projects that are in and serve disadvantaged and/or low income communities.  If a project does not qualify as a disadvantaged community under CalEnviroScreen 3.0 or a low-income community, it must be located in an urban area. 

    View Full Grant Details: Urban Greening>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Proposition 68 Groundwater Treatment and Remediation Grant Program – SDAC Solicitation

    Open Date
    May 18, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    State Water Resources Control Board
    Match Funding?
    N/A
    Estimated Total Funding
    $16,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    State Water Resources Control Board
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    1077
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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 gwquality.funding@waterboards.ca.gov to confirm SDAC eligibility.****

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

    No geographic requirements.  This $16 million set-aside is only for projects benefiting a severely disadvantaged community.

    View Full Grant Details: Proposition 68 Groundwater Treatment and Remediation Grant Program – SDAC Solicitation>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Working Lands and Riparian Corridors Program Watershed Restoration Grants

    Open Date
    Jul 23, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Conservation
    Match Funding?
    25%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $8,500,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Conservation
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    3039
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

     

     

    Eligible Applicants
    Eligible Geographies

    State of California

    View Full Grant Details: Working Lands and Riparian Corridors Program Watershed Restoration Grants>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Central and South Coast Proposition 1 Grants, Coastal Conservancy

    Open Date
    Jun 10, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    Coastal Conservancy
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $5,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Coastal Conservancy
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    1197
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

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

    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.

    View Full Grant Details: Central and South Coast Proposition 1 Grants, Coastal Conservancy>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Lower American River Conservancy Program 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice

    Open Date
    Jun 2, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    Wildlife Conservation Board
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $2,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Advances & Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Wildlife Conservation Board
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    1911
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    Eligible Geographies

    Projects must be located within or adjacent to the Lower American River Parkway (Parkway) which is between Hazel Avenue and the confluence of the American River with the Sacramento River.  Additionally, Proposition 68 requires that at least 20 percent of the chapter funds available be allocated for projects serving severely disadvantaged communities. 

    View Full Grant Details: Lower American River Conservancy Program 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Farm and Ranch Solid Waste Cleanup and Abatement Grant Program (FY 2020-21) 1st Cycle

    Open Date
    Jul 30, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $1,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    $0 – $200,000
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Grant Program ID
    FR70
    Portal ID
    3180
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies

    The parcel where the site is located is zoned or authorized for agricultural/rangeland use, consistent w/the definition of Farm & Ranch Property. The site is used, has been used, or could be used for agricultural/rangeland activities. The site is or was (for sites previously remediated) an illegal disposal site.

    View Full Grant Details: Farm and Ranch Solid Waste Cleanup and Abatement Grant Program (FY 2020-21) 1st Cycle>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Tire Incentive Program FY 2020-21

    Open Date
    Jul 30, 2020
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $4,500,000
    Estimated Low/High
    $25,000 – $500,000
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Grant Program ID
    TIP8
    Portal ID
    3198
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Business
    • Individual
    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 2020-21>/span>