California Department of Fish and Wildlife

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Total Grant Value:

  • $20M annual allocation

Individual Grant Award Maximum:

  • Grants typically $100k–$1M

About the Grant:

Administered by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, this funding opportunity supports environmental cleanup and restoration projects, particularly those addressing damage caused by unregulated cannabis cultivation. Grants are available for activities like hazardous waste removal, erosion control, riparian habitat repair, and watershed resilience improvements. The program prioritizes projects that enhance water quality, restore ecosystem function, and benefit native species habitats across California. Nonprofits, tribal entities, and public agencies are encouraged to apply for funding to address legacy pollution and accelerate ecological recovery in impacted regions.

Key Dates, Deadlines, and Events:

  • Applications accepted on rolling basis

Funds Allocated to LA County Locations

Non-specific