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Deadline: Active 7/16/25 17:00
Grant Title: Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation (2025)
Open Date: May 7, 2025
State Agency / Department: CA Natural Resources Agency
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $8,000,000
Estimated Low/High: $750,000 – $1,500,000
Funds Disbursement: Advances & Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:

May 7, 2025, 2:32 pm

Grantor

CA Natural Resources Agency

Grant Program ID

Portal ID

107151

Opportunity Type

Grant

Purpose

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.

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofit
Public Agency
Tribal Government

Eligible Geographies

Statewide

North/South Split

An attempt will be made to award 40% of the total funding to projects in northern counties and 60% of the total funding to projects in southern counties. The following are defined as southern counties: San Luis Obispo, Kern, Mono, Tulare, Inyo, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Orange, Riverside, San Diego, and Imperial. All other counties are considered northern counties

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Deadline: Active 8/5/25 17:00
Grant Title: Land and Water Conservation Fund
Open Date: Jun 24, 2025
State Agency / Department: Department of Parks and Recreation
Match Funding?: 50%
Estimated Total Funding: $35,000,000
Estimated Low/High: Dependent
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:

June 24, 2025, 3:42 pm

Grantor

Department of Parks and Recreation

Grant Program ID

Portal ID

126555

Opportunity Type

Grant

Purpose

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.

Eligible Applicants

Public Agency
Tribal Government

Eligible Geographies

Statewide

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Deadline: Active 8/11/25 10:00
Grant Title: Division of Boating and Waterways Clean Vessel Act Education and Outreach Grant FY 2025
Open Date: Jun 23, 2025
State Agency / Department: Department of Parks and Recreation
Match Funding?: 25%
Estimated Total Funding: $720,000
Estimated Low/High: $360,000
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:: June 23, 2025, 11:12 am
Grantor: Department of Parks and Recreation
Grant Program ID
Portal ID: 126195
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: Provide education and awareness about the proper disposal of boat sewage
Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit

Public Agency
Eligible Geographies: One grant award is available for each the Northern California Coastal/Delta Region and the Southern California Coastal Region

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Deadline: Active 2/2/26 12:00
Grant Title: Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY26
Open Date: Feb 4, 2025
State Agency / Department: Department of Parks and Recreation
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $0
Estimated Low/High: Dependent
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:: March 10, 2025, 12:58 pm
Grantor: Department of Parks and Recreation
Grant Program ID
Portal ID: 98070
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: Provide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public boat launching facilities, primarily for motorized vessels.
Eligible Applicants: Public Agency
Eligible Geographies: Waterways within California

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Deadline: Active 2/2/26 12:00
Grant Title: Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program FY26
Open Date: Feb 4, 2025
State Agency / Department: Department of Parks and Recreation
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $0
Estimated Low/High: Dependent
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:: March 10, 2025, 1:20 pm
Grantor: Department of Parks and Recreation
Grant Program ID
Portal ID: 98085
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: Provide resources to local agencies to repair or renovate public boating access facilities.
Eligible Applicants: Public Agency
Eligible Geographies: Waterways within California

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Deadline: Active 2/2/26 12:00
Grant Title: Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY26
Open Date: Feb 4, 2025
State Agency / Department: Department of Parks and Recreation
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $0
Estimated Low/High: $50,000 – $1,000,000
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:: March 10, 2025, 1:00 pm
Grantor: Department of Parks and Recreation
Grant Program ID
Portal ID: 98064
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: Provide resources to local agencies to develop or improve public non-motorized boating access.
Eligible Applicants: Public Agency
Eligible Geographies: Waterways within California

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Deadline: Active 2/6/26 12:00
Grant Title: Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Sign Grant Program FY26
Open Date: Feb 4, 2025
State Agency / Department: Department of Parks and Recreation
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $0
Estimated Low/High: $1,000 – $10,000
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:: March 10, 2025, 12:59 pm
Grantor: Department of Parks and Recreation
Grant Program ID
Portal ID: 98061
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: Provide resources to replace or install signs at DBW funded boat launching facilities.
Eligible Applicants: Public Agency
Eligible Geographies: DBW funded facility in California

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Deadline: Active 12/31/27 00:00
Grant Title: Sustainable Recreation, Tourism, and Equitable Outdoor Access Directed Grant Program (2025-2027)
Open Date: Jul 1, 2025
State Agency / Department: Sierra Nevada Conservancy
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $4,100,000
Estimated Low/High: Dependent
Funds Disbursement: Advances & Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:: July 1, 2025, 10:11 am
Grantor: Sierra Nevada Conservancy
Grant Program ID
Portal ID: 129150
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: This 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.
Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit

Public Agency

Tribal Government
Eligible Geographies: A project must be located within SNC’s service area, the Sierra-Cascade Region defined as defined in SNC’s governing legislation. The Region covers nearly 27 million acres and includes all or part of 24 counties in California.

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: RMC Lower LA River Grant Program
Open Date: Aug 21, 2024
State Agency / Department: San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $11,413,072
Estimated Low/High: $50,000 – $2,000,000
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:

November 19, 2024, 1:26 pm

Grantor

San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy

Grant Program ID

LLAR GF

Portal ID

79610

Opportunity Type

Grant

Purpose

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

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofit
Public Agency
Tribal Government

Eligible Geographies

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.

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: Wildfire Prevention Grant Program
Open Date: Aug 21, 2024
State Agency / Department: San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $2,892,216
Estimated Low/High: $50,000 – $2,000,000
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:

April 9, 2025, 3:34 pm

Grantor

San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy

Grant Program ID

Wildfire Prevention Grant Program

Portal ID

79607

Opportunity Type

Grant

Purpose

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.

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofit
Public Agency
Tribal Government

Eligible Geographies

Eligible projects must be located within the RMC's approved territory.

Our territory covers eastern Los Angeles County and western Orange County. This vast and varied area includes mountains, valleys, rivers, coastal plain, and coastline. Our interactive map details our territory's boundaries.

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: Proposition 1 Lower Los Angeles River Grants
Open Date: Aug 21, 2024
State Agency / Department: San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $22,284,078
Estimated Low/High: $50,000 – $2,000,000
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:

June 27, 2025, 1:42 pm

Grantor

San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy

Grant Program ID

Prop 1 LLAR

Portal ID

79601

Opportunity Type

Grant

Purpose

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.

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofit
Public Agency
Tribal Government

Eligible Geographies

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.

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: Proposition 68 Grants for Lower Los Angeles River (LLAR)
Open Date: Jan 21, 2024
State Agency / Department: San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $14,312,239
Estimated Low/High: $10,000 – $2,000,000
Funds Disbursement: Advances & Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:

January 27, 2025, 7:15 am

Grantor

San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy

Grant Program ID

Prop 68 LLAR

Portal ID

79595

Opportunity Type

Grant

Purpose

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.

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofit
Public Agency
Tribal Government

Eligible Geographies

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.

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: Proposition 68 LLAR Severely Disadvantaged Communities
Open Date: Sep 4, 2024
State Agency / Department: San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $3,549,462
Estimated Low/High: Dependent
Funds Disbursement: Advances & Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:

September 4, 2024, 1:36 pm

Grantor

San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy

Grant Program ID

Prop 68 LLAR SDAC

Portal ID

80480

Opportunity Type

Grant

Purpose

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.

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofit
Public Agency
Tribal Government

Eligible Geographies

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.

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: Science and Lake Improvement Account Program
Open Date: Jul 10, 2020
State Agency / Department: Tahoe Conservancy
Match Funding?: 10%
Estimated Total Funding: $350,000
Estimated Low/High: Dependent
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:: June 23, 2025, 12:56 pm
Grantor: Tahoe Conservancy
Grant Program ID
Portal ID: 1899
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: 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.
Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit

Public Agency

Tribal Government
Eligible Geographies: Lake Tahoe Basin

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: San Diego River Conservancy Direct Grant Program
Open Date: May 10, 2022
State Agency / Department: San Diego River Conservancy
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $6,000,000
Estimated Low/High: Dependent
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:: June 20, 2025, 11:07 am
Grantor: San Diego River Conservancy
Grant Program ID
Portal ID: 8780
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: Funding for this grant program was provided through the Budget Act of 2021-22 for local assistance projects.
Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit

Public Agency

Tribal Government
Eligible Geographies: San Diego River Watershed and Consortium Watersheds

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: Explore the Coast Overnight
Open Date: Jul 6, 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:: July 30, 2020, 10:19 am
Grantor: Coastal Conservancy
Grant Program ID
Portal ID: 1671
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: 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.
Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit

Public Agency

Tribal Government
Eligible Geographies: Priority will be given to projects that are on or near the California coast. Projects within 1.5 miles of the coast and/or within the coastal zone are highest priority. Projects farther from the coast can be considered. When projects are located farther than walking distance to the coast, existing and potential transportation options will be evaluated to ensure relatively easy access to the coast to the extent possible.

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: California National Archery in the Schools Program 2025 (CalNASP) Equipment Grant
Open Date: Apr 18, 2025
State Agency / Department: Department of Fish and Wildlife
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $3,300
Estimated Low/High: Dependent
Funds Disbursement: Other

Current as of:: June 26, 2025, 3:11 pm
Grantor: Department of Fish and Wildlife
Grant Program ID: G2298002
Portal ID: 101205
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: 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.
Eligible Applicants: Business

Nonprofit

Public Agency
Eligible Geographies: Projects may occur on state or federal lands. The CalNASP grant is for equipment only. No funds will be distributed directly to schools. Funds will be used to purchase equipment, and equipment will be delivered directly to schools.

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: Proposition 1 Regionwide Grants
Open Date: Aug 21, 2024
State Agency / Department: San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy
Match Funding?: No
Estimated Total Funding: $1,000,000
Estimated Low/High: Dependent
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:

January 27, 2025, 7:01 am

Grantor

San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy

Grant Program ID

Prop 1 Regionwide

Portal ID

79604

Opportunity Type

Grant

Purpose

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

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofit
Public Agency
Tribal Government

Eligible Geographies

Eligible projects must be located within the RMC's approved territory.

Our territory covers eastern Los Angeles County and western Orange County. This vast and varied area includes mountains, valleys, rivers, coastal plain, and coastline. Our interactive map details our territory's boundaries.

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station/Floating Restroom Operation and Maintenance Grant FY24
Open Date: Jul 1, 2024
State Agency / Department: Department of Parks and Recreation
Match Funding?: 25%
Estimated Total Funding: $13,500
Estimated Low/High: $6,000
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:: July 1, 2024, 2:27 pm
Grantor: Department of Parks and Recreation
Grant Program ID
Portal ID: 75507
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: This grant provides resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways.
Eligible Applicants: Business

Individual

Nonprofit

Public Agency

Tribal Government
Eligible Geographies: California waterways

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Deadline: Active Ongoing
Grant Title: Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY24
Open Date: Jul 1, 2024
State Agency / Department: Department of Parks and Recreation
Match Funding?: 25%
Estimated Total Funding: $262,500
Estimated Low/High: Dependent
Funds Disbursement: Reimbursement(s)

Current as of:: July 1, 2024, 2:33 pm
Grantor: Department of Parks and Recreation
Grant Program ID
Portal ID: 75504
Opportunity Type: Grant
Purpose: This grant provides resources for keeping boater sewage from California waterways.
Eligible Applicants: Business

Individual

Nonprofit

Public Agency

Tribal Government
Eligible Geographies: California waterways

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Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY26

Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program FY26

Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY26

Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Sign Grant Program FY26

Sustainable Recreation, Tourism, and Equitable Outdoor Access Directed Grant Program (2025-2027)

RMC Lower LA River Grant Program

Wildfire Prevention Grant Program

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Proposition 68 Grants for Lower Los Angeles River (LLAR)

Proposition 68 LLAR Severely Disadvantaged Communities

Science and Lake Improvement Account Program

San Diego River Conservancy Direct Grant Program

Explore the Coast Overnight

California National Archery in the Schools Program 2025 (CalNASP) Equipment Grant

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Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station/Floating Restroom Operation and Maintenance Grant FY24

Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY24

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