Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Grant Program
The Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Grant Program funds science-driven planning and nature-based adaptation projects for sea level rise, led by the California Ocean Protection Council.
Funder: California Ocean Protection Council
Due Dates: February 20, 2026 (Track 2 LOI) | March 20, 2026 (Track 1 Full Proposal for June OPC meeting) | June 5, 2026 (Track 2 Full Proposal, invited only) | June 26, 2026 (Track 1 Full Proposal for September OPC meeting) | September 11, 2026 (Track 1 Full Proposal for December OPC meeting)
Funding Amounts: Track 1: $200,000–$1,500,000 (up to 2 years); Track 2: $500,000–$2,500,000 typical ($1.5M–$10M possible), up to 3 years; $21.3M available as of Jan 2026.
Summary: Supports California coastal and San Francisco Bay communities in planning and implementing sea level rise adaptation projects, with a focus on equity and resilience.
Key Information: Track 1 (planning) is rolling/quarterly; Track 2 (implementation) is competitive and annual.
Description
The Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Grant Program, administered by the California Ocean Protection Council (OPC), provides funding for local and regional governments, special districts, tribes, and eligible nonprofits to plan for and implement projects that address sea level rise (SLR) along the California coast and San Francisco Bay. The program is structured in two tracks: Track 1 supports adaptation planning efforts, while Track 2 funds implementation of nature-based adaptation projects identified in SLR plans. The program emphasizes coordinated, science-based approaches, community engagement, and prioritizes benefits to disadvantaged communities and tribal cultural resources.
