Clean, Safe Drinking Water
The Campbell Foundation's Clean, Safe Drinking Water Program funds projects improving water quality, access, and affordability for marginalized California communities, with a focus on groundwater contamination and community empowerment.
Funder: The Campbell Foundation
Due Dates: January 23, 2026 | July 31, 2026
Funding Amounts: Maximum request: $25,000 per unsolicited grant; typical awards range from $1,000–$25,000; funds expected to be used within 12 months.
Summary: Supports projects improving water quality, access, and affordability for marginalized communities in California, with emphasis on the San Joaquin Valley.
Key Information: Only organizations that have never received a Campbell Foundation grant are eligible to apply.
Description
The Clean, Safe Drinking Water Program, administered by The Campbell Foundation, provides funding to organizations working to address the urgent challenges of water quality, availability, and affordability in California, particularly in marginalized communities such as those in the San Joaquin Valley. The program seeks to support efforts to reduce groundwater contamination (often from agricultural runoff), improve groundwater management, and ensure that affected residents have a voice in water policy decisions. The Foundation prioritizes organizations advancing racial equity, engaging with diverse populations, and empowering communities to address systemic barriers to clean, safe drinking water.
