Funder: California Department of Conservation

Due Dates: December 1, 2025 (Acquisition Phase 2 pre-proposal, Cycle A) | January 15, 2026 (Planning pre-proposal, Cycle A) | January 15, 2026 (Acquisition application, Cycle A) | May 14, 2026 (Acquisition Phase 2 pre-proposal, Cycle B) | June 17, 2026 (Planning & Acquisition applications, Cycle B)

Funding Amounts: Typical awards: varies by project type; planning and acquisition grants range from hundreds of thousands up to several million dollars; award sizes and durations depend on need and program funds available.

Summary: Supports conservation of California agricultural lands through planning, acquisition, and capacity-building grants to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable development.