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  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Tire Incentive Program

    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>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Beverage Container Recycling Redemption Pilot Program

    Open Date
    Sep 14, 2022
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $10,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    $500,000 – $1,500,000
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    14231
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies

    Priority will be given to underserved “recycling deserts”, rural areas, disadvantaged communities, and projects that supports geographical diversity.

    View Full Grant Details: Beverage Container Recycling Redemption Pilot Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) – Pilot for Water Savings Focused Projects Limited to the Southern Desert Region

    Open Date
    Sep 13, 2022
    State Agency / Department
    CA Department of Food and Agriculture
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $2,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    $1 – $2,000,000
    Funds Disbursement
    Advances & Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    CA Department of Food and Agriculture
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    14138
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    This program will incentivize activities that reduce on-farm water use from irrigation and water pumping systems in the southern desert region of California. 

    Eligible Applicants
    • Business
    • Individual
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies

    The farm location and the business mailing address must be located in California within the southern desert region. For this purpose of this solicitation the southern desert region is defined as Imperial County and Riverside County, east of the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains.

    View Full Grant Details: State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) – Pilot for Water Savings Focused Projects Limited to the Southern Desert Region>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA) Grant Program

    Open Date
    Sep 2, 2022
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $750,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Grant Program ID
    TDA20
    Portal ID
    13868
    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

    Upland Game Bird Account Grant Program

    Open Date
    Aug 17, 2022
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Fish and Wildlife
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $440,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Fish and Wildlife
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    13265
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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.

     

    Eligible Applicants
    • Individual
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies
    View Full Grant Details: Upland Game Bird Account Grant Program>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Farm and Ranch Solid Waste Cleanup and Abatement Grant Program

    Open Date
    Dec 28, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $350,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
    Grant Program ID
    FR75
    Portal ID
    8297
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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).

    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

    CAL FIRE Forest Health

    Open Date
    Jan 3, 2022
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $120,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    $750,000 – $5,000,000
    Funds Disbursement
    Advances & Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    8222
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

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

    California

    View Full Grant Details: CAL FIRE Forest Health>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Beet Curly Top Virus Control Program Grants

    Open Date
    Dec 21, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    CA Department of Food and Agriculture
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $100,000
    Estimated Low/High
    $0 – $100,000
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    CA Department of Food and Agriculture
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    8201
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    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. 

    Eligible Applicants
    • Business
    • Individual
    • Nonprofit
    • Public Agency
    • Tribal Government
    Eligible Geographies
    View Full Grant Details: Beet Curly Top Virus Control Program Grants>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Division of Boating and Waterways Law Enforcement Financial Aid Program FY21

    Open Date
    Dec 9, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Parks and Recreation
    Match Funding?
    No
    Estimated Total Funding
    $11,500,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Parks and Recreation
    Grant Program ID
    22SUB000-00 Through 22SUB000-39
    Portal ID
    7901
    Opportunity Type
    • Grant
    Purpose

    Assist local government agencies with funding for marine law enforcement.

    Eligible Applicants
    • Public Agency
    Eligible Geographies

    California

    View Full Grant Details: Division of Boating and Waterways Law Enforcement Financial Aid Program FY21>/span>
  • Deadline
    Closed
    Grant Title

    Land and Water Conservation Fund

    Open Date
    Nov 30, 2021
    State Agency / Department
    Department of Parks and Recreation
    Match Funding?
    50%
    Estimated Total Funding
    $40,000,000
    Estimated Low/High
    Dependent
    Funds Disbursement
    Reimbursement(s)
    Current as of:
    Grantor
    Department of Parks and Recreation
    Grant Program ID
    Portal ID
    7805
    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

    View Full Grant Details: Land and Water Conservation Fund>/span>