Environmental Justice for California’s Environment and Communities Fund
The Environmental Justice for California’s Environment and Communities Fund supports science-based projects addressing hazardous waste and environmental justice in underserved California communities.
Funder: Rose Foundation For Communities and The Environment
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Established nonprofits: $20,000–$50,000; Grassroots groups: $5,000–$10,000; typical duration: 1 year
Summary: Supports projects that prevent or mitigate hazardous waste impacts and promote environmental justice in underserved California communities affected by toxic substances violations.
Description
This fund, administered by the Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment in partnership with the California Department of Toxic Substances Control, supports organizations working to address hazardous waste issues in California communities impacted by facility violations. The program aims to empower underserved and disadvantaged communities—especially those identified by high CalEnviroScreen scores—through projects focused on hazardous waste prevention, public health, pollution reduction, environmental restoration, compliance education, and emergency preparedness. The fund prioritizes projects that directly benefit communities most burdened by environmental hazards and is structured to respond to the needs of areas affected by toxic substance violations.
