Clean, Safe Drinking Water
Supports projects improving clean, safe, and affordable drinking water access for marginalized California communities, focusing on water quality, availability, affordability, and community engagement.
Funder: The Campbell Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards up to $25,000 per year; duration generally one year
Summary: Supports California organizations addressing clean, safe, and affordable drinking water access for marginalized communities, especially in the San Joaquin Valley.
Key Information: For unsolicited proposals, the maximum request is $25,000; applicant must be a US-registered 501(c)(3) or fiscally sponsored project.
Description
This grant program supports organizations working to improve access to clean, safe, and affordable drinking water in marginalized communities across California, with a particular emphasis on the San Joaquin Valley. The initiative targets three main areas: water quality, availability, and affordability. Projects may address issues such as groundwater contamination from agricultural runoff, the high cost of water, and the lack of community representation in water policy decisions. Grantees are expected to collaborate with stakeholders—including the agricultural sector—to develop better groundwater management practices and ensure that community voices are included in decision-making processes.
