Small Grants Program

The Sacramento‑San Joaquin Delta Conservancy is offering a Small Grants Program that provides up to $100,000 per award to nonprofit, public agency, or tribal entities for projects that improve the Delta’s social, economic, scientific, and physical infrastructure. Funding supports nature‑based solutions, community enhancement and access, and ecosystem restoration, with priorities ranging from habitat protection and agricultural preservation to tourism, cultural heritage, climate resilience, and water quality. Grants are reimbursed, do not require matching funds or a letter of intent, and have a one‑year performance period. A total of $900,000 is available, with the number and size of awards to be determined after the application window closes. • Eligible applicants: nonprofit, public agency, tribal government • Eligible geography: within the legal Delta (California) • Funding limit: up to $100,000 per project; total $900,000 available • Focus areas: Nature‑Based Solutions, Community Enhancement & Access, Ecosystem Restoration & Climate Adaptation • No matching fund or LOI required; reimbursement method • Period of performance: 1 year • Application via online portal; guidelines and contacts provided.