Climate Adaptation and Resiliency

The Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program, funded by $10 million of California Greenhouse Gas Reduction Funds, supports nonprofit, public agency, and tribal projects that protect and restore ecosystems, enhance climate‑adaptation practices on natural and working lands, and increase carbon sequestration. Projects must align with state climate‑adaptation strategies and may receive cost‑share points but matching funds are not required. Grants are awarded on a continuous basis with 2‑4‑year performance periods, and funding is delivered via advances and reimbursements. • Eligible applicants: nonprofits, public agencies, tribal governments (statewide). • Focus areas: ecosystem protection, climate‑resilient land management, carbon sequestration “co‑benefits.” • Funding: up to $10 M total; number of awards and per‑award amounts are dependent. • Application: requires a Letter of Intent; online portal provided. • No mandatory cost‑share, but higher cost‑share scores higher. • Grant term: 2‑4 years, with flexible use of advances/reimbursements.