State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) – Block Grant Pilot

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Purpose:
This Block Grant Pilot solicitation will provide funding to organizations to further disburse to agricultural operations. CDFA aims to support regional capacity building and provide opportunities for regional strategic use of SWEEP funding to address local concerns regarding water conservation and water efficiency.
Description:
In summary, awardees of the program will: 1) provide technical assistance to farmers in development and implementation of irrigation projects, 2) identify on-farm projects for financial support and disburse funds, 3) Support and verify on-farm project implementation, 4) provide reporting and invoicing.
The minimum award is $2 million, the maximum award is $5 million.
Awardees will prioritize socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers (as defined by the Farm Equity Act of 2017) for technical assistance and financial support.
Eligibility Requirements
Eligible Applicants:
- Nonprofit
- Public Agency
- Tribal Government
Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs), California public universities and colleges, Tribes, Local or regional government agencies, State agricultural marketing programs, and federal marketing programs that represent California commodities
Non-profits including, but not limited to: Groundwater Sustainability Agencies, Irrigation districts, Land trusts, Non-profit industry organizations
Eligible Geographies:
Eligible entities must be located in California with a California business address.
Matching Funding Requirement:
N/A
Important Dates
Funding Details
How to Apply
State agencies/departments recommend you read the full grant guidelines before applying.
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