Environmental Justice for California’s Environment and Communities Fund
This grant funds projects that prevent or mitigate hazardous waste impacts and promote environmental justice in California’s most affected communities.
Funder: Rose Foundation For Communities and The Environment
Due Dates: June 18, 2026 (Full application deadline, 5PM PT)
Funding Amounts: Most grants: $20,000–$50,000 (established nonprofits); $5,000–$10,000 (grassroots groups); typically 1-year duration.
Summary: Supports projects that prevent or mitigate hazardous waste impacts and advance environmental justice in California’s underserved communities affected by facility violations.
Key Information: Projects must benefit communities with CalEnviroScreen 4.0 scores of 75+ in select California counties.
Description
This funding opportunity, administered by the Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment in partnership with the California Department of Toxic Substances Control, supports organizations addressing hazardous waste issues in communities impacted by facility violations. The fund is designed to prevent or mitigate hazardous waste contamination, provide education on proper disposal, and further environmental cleanup efforts in disadvantaged communities—specifically those with high CalEnviroScreen 4.0 scores (75 and above). Projects must demonstrate strong community involvement and benefit, with a focus on public health, pollution prevention, environmental restoration, compliance promotion, and emergency preparedness. The fund aims to enhance environmental justice and improve the quality of life for underserved populations affected by toxic substances.
