Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Grant Program
This grant funds science-based planning and implementation projects that help California coastal communities adapt to sea level rise, with a focus on nature-based solutions and support for disadvantaged and tribal communities.
Funder: California Ocean Protection Council
Due Dates: March 20, 2026 | June 26, 2026 | September 11, 2026 (Track 1: Planning, full proposals) | February 20, 2026 (Track 2: Implementation, LOI) | June 5, 2026 (Track 2: Implementation, full proposal, by invitation)
Funding Amounts: Track 1: $200,000–$1,500,000 (up to 2 years); Track 2: $500,000–$2,500,000 typical, up to $7M available in Round 1, max 3 years
Summary: Funds California coastal communities and tribes to plan and implement projects that build resilience to sea level rise, with tracks for both planning and implementation.
Key Information: Track 1 is rolling/quarterly (non-competitive); Track 2 is competitive, annual, and requires an LOI before full proposal.
Description
The Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Grant Program, administered by the California Ocean Protection Council (OPC), provides funding to local, regional, and tribal governments, as well as eligible nonprofits and universities, to develop and implement sea level rise (SLR) adaptation plans and projects. The program is designed to build resilience along California’s coast and San Francisco Bay by supporting both planning (Track 1) and on-the-ground implementation (Track 2) efforts. Dedicated technical assistance and a Tribal Cultural Resources Funding Program are also available to support applicants, especially those from disadvantaged communities and tribes.
