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State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program Block Grants is sponsored by CA Department of Food and Agriculture. Voters approved Proposition 4 (the Climate Bond) on November 5, 2024. The Climate Bond authorizes: · SWEEP: $40 million to promote on-farm water use efficiency with a focus on multiple-benefit projects that improve resilience to climate change and save water on California agricultural operations.
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability (OARS) is accepting concept proposals for the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Programs (SWEEP) Block Grant.
This proposal is for eligible organizations who wish to administer a community project, provide technical assistance to local farmers and ranchers within their service area, and support the implementation of on-farm SWEEP projects with financial assistance.
On-farm SWEEP projects provide funding to producers in California to improve irrigation systems for the purposes of water conservation, energy use efficiency, and the reduction of greenhouse (GHG) emissions.
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CDFA - OARS - Climate Bond Funding for Climate Smart Agriculture Climate Bond Funding for Climate Smart Agriculture Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability Background on Proposition 4 Funding In November 2024, California voters approved Proposition 4, a $10 billion Climate Bond designed to safeguard communities and natural resources from climate change.
$40 million for State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program ( SWEEP ) $65 million for practices that improve soil health or accelerate carbon removal or sequestration $15 million for a new equipment sharing program. The Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability (OARS) will implement these programs.
In 2026, OARS plans to release a solicitation for the Healthy Soils Program (HSP) and State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) Block Grants, as well as begin outreach for the Equipment Sharing Program. The public comment period for the HSP and SWEEP Block Grant Draft Application Guidelines was open from January 20 to February 18, 2026 .
Estimated Block Grant Solicitation Timeline: Timelines are provided for planning purposes and are subject to change.
Concept Proposal Opens: April 2026 Full Proposal Notification: June 2026 Full Proposal Close: August 2026 Award Notification: September 2026 Award Execution: January 2027 Healthy Soils Program (HSP) Since 2018, the Healthy Soils Program has helped farmers and ranchers adopt sustainable practices that build soil organic carbon and reduce land-based greenhouse gas emissions.
By improving soil structure, water retention, biodiversity, and habitat, these projects strengthen the resilience of California’s farms and ecosystems. The program also invests in research and local outreach to expand the impact of soil-health practices across the state.
Learn more about eligible practices and the benefits they provide State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) The State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) helps California farmers conserve water and reduce greenhouse gas emissions through climate-smart irrigation upgrades.
By funding technologies like efficient irrigation systems, pump improvements, and soil moisture monitoring, SWEEP supports growers in becoming more resilient to drought while lowering energy use and operational costs. The program also works through regional Block Grant Recipients who provide hands-on technical assistance and bring resources directly to local communities.
Learn more about eligible practices and SWEEP’s statewide impact Equipment Sharing Program Prop 4 includes $15 million for the establishment of the Regional Farm Equipment Sharing Program, designed to facilitate equipment sharing among small farmers and ranchers. View this profile on Instagram CDFA Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability (@ cdfa_oars ) • Instagram photos and videos
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit; Public Agency; Tribal Government. Block Grant Recipients are eligible if they are one of the following types of organizations: Public agencies, Local Agencies, 501(c)(3) Nonprofit organizations, Special Districts, Joint Powers Authority, Public Utilities, Local Publicly Owned Utilities, Mutual Water Companies, and California Native American Tribes are eligible. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Between $2,000,000 and $4,000,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is May 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) Call for Proposals is sponsored by CA Department of Food and Agriculture. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) funds and facilitates projects to advance the environmentally safe and agronomically sound use and handling of fertilizing materials. FREP is now accepting pre-proposals for projects that will begin in January 2027. Pre-proposals must focus on at least one of the priority areas listed below. Applicants are required to utilize the pre-proposal template (docx). Pre-proposals are due by 5:00 p.m. (PST) on Monday, April 27, 2026. Grant funding of up to $75,000 per year is available for outreach, education and training projects and up to $100,000 per year for research and demonstration projects. The maximum grant duration is three years. Requests for projects longer than three years or higher than the award ceiling will be considered on a case-by-case basis contingent on project needs. Projects leveraging other sources of funding are strongly encouraged. FREP does not support proprietary product development, testing or promotions.CDFA encourages projects that include demonstrable benefits for socially disadvantaged farmers and farm workers. Socially disadvantaged groups include those whose members have been subjected to racial, ethnic, or gender discrimination. Socially disadvantaged groups are defined in the Farmer Equity Act of 2017. This solicitation, as well as information about FREP activities and projects, is available by contacting FREP at FREP@cdfa.ca.gov or by visiting www.cdfa.ca.gov/go/FREP.
Healthy Soils Program Block Grant is a grant from CA Department of Food and Agriculture that funds farmers, ranchers, and organizations implementing agricultural practices that build soil organic carbon, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve farm resilience. Since 2018, the program has supported sustainable practices such as cover cropping, compost application, hedgerows, and reduced tillage that benefit both farm productivity and California's climate goals. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, other legal entities, public agencies, and tribal governments. Award amounts range between $2,000,000 and $4,000,000, with a deadline of May 15, 2026.
Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program is a grant program from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) that funds research into effective and economical alternative materials and humane methods for controlling vertebrate pests such as ground squirrels, pocket gophers, voles, rats, and birds that cause millions of dollars in agricultural damage annually. The program is administered by the Vertebrate Pest Control Research Advisory Committee (VPCRAC) and funded through a rodenticide surcharge collected at the county level. Research priorities include maintaining and improving existing vertebrate pest control product registrations, developing new materials and methods, and cooperating with USDA on federally-shared programs. Eligible applicants include individuals, nonprofits, public agencies, tribal governments, and other legal entities; proprietary product development is not supported. The application deadline is September 20, 2026.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.