Water Management
Funds collaborative, community-driven water management projects in California, focusing on equitable access for marginalized groups, especially in the Central and San Joaquin Valleys.
Funder: Keith Campbell Foundation for the Environment
Due Dates: January 23, 2026 | July 31, 2026
Funding Amounts: Maximum request: $25,000 per grant; most awards are $10,000–$25,000; funds expected to be used within 12 months.
Summary: Supports collaborative, equitable water management initiatives in California, prioritizing access for vulnerable and marginalized communities.
Key Information: Only organizations that have never received a Campbell Foundation grant are eligible to apply.
Description
The Water Management program from the Keith Campbell Foundation for the Environment funds organizations working to ensure clean, accessible, and affordable water for all in California—especially for marginalized and vulnerable communities. The program emphasizes inclusive policy development by supporting collaboration among diverse stakeholders, including community members and small-scale farmers. Projects should aim to rebalance water supplies within and across basins and foster equitable, community-driven water management solutions, with a particular focus on California's Central Valley and San Joaquin Valley.
