Notice of Funds Available: Illegal Disposal Site Abatement Grant Program (FY 2026-27)
This grant from CalRecycle funds public entity projects to clean up and remediate sites impacted by illegal solid waste dumping, focusing on environmental restoration and public health.
Funder: California's Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
Due Dates: September 16, 2026 (Cycle 108) | October 14, 2026 (Secondary Due Date, Cycle 108) | February 10, 2027 (Cycle 110) | March 17, 2027 (Secondary Due Date, Cycle 110)
Funding Amounts: $1,000,000 total for FY 2026–27; up to $500,000 per grant award; grant term through June 30, 2029.
Summary: Supports California public entities in cleaning up and remediating sites affected by illegal solid waste dumping, with a focus on public health, safety, and community revitalization.
Key Information: No match required but in-kind/service match increases competitiveness; only public entities are eligible.
Description
This program, administered by California's Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle), provides financial assistance to public entities for the cleanup and abatement of sites impacted by illegal solid waste dumping. The grant aims to protect public health and the environment, restore property values, and transform neglected or blighted areas into community assets. Eligible projects include cleanup of solid waste sites where the responsible party cannot be identified or is unable or unwilling to pay for remediation.
