Notice of Funds Available: Used Oil Payment Program (FY 2026–27)
Forecasted
CalRecycle's Used Oil Payment Program funds local efforts in California to improve used oil collection, recycling, and public education for environmental protection in FY 2026–27.
Funder: California's Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027: Full application deadline | July 2027: Secondary documents deadline | August 2027: Annual Report due | August 2028: Annual Report due | August 2028: Unspent funds return deadline
Funding Amounts: ~$6,000,000 total for FY 2026–27; cities: $5,000 minimum or per capita; counties: $10,000 minimum or per capita; 24-month cycle.
Summary: Supports California local governments in used oil and oil filter collection, recycling, and public education to promote proper disposal and environmental protection.
Key Information: Forecasted/provisional dates—confirm on program site before applying.
Description
This program, administered by CalRecycle, provides payments to California local governments and eligible jurisdictions to establish and maintain used oil and used oil filter collection and recycling programs. The initiative aims to increase public awareness, improve accessibility to collection opportunities, and reduce pollution from used oil products. Funding supports both direct collection/recycling activities and public education components, furthering statewide environmental stewardship and sustainable waste management practices.
