Climate Ready Program

California State Coastal Conservancy (SCC)

What does it fund?

Multi-benefit climate adaptation projects such as urban greening, natural infrastructure, wetland enhancement, and sea level rise adaptation projects; planning projects to reduce future risks from climate change and promote nature-based climate adaptation strategies; projects using natural systems to sequester greenhouse gases; and projects promoting on-the-ground demonstrations that implement innovative approaches to climate adaptation.

Who is eligible for funds?

Nonprofit organizations, tribal governments, and public agencies.

How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?

The Coastal Conservancy has robust Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) guidelines. The Climate Ready Program solicitation guidelines prioritize projects that benefit disadvantaged communities through a selection scoring criteria. At least 35 percent of the total funds will support projects that are located in and provide benefits to disadvantaged or low-income communities and must be designed to avoid substantial burdens on those communities.

How do I access funds?

Apply through a statewide competitive process.

Funding timeline

No additional funds are available at this time. Check the Coastal Conservancy’s website for other grant opportunities.

Project Profiles

Read stories of projects funded by this program.

Cumulative Statistics

As of November 30, 2023

$124.4 million allocated

$54.1 million implemented

$42.2 million benefiting priority populations

4,573 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions

37 projects implemented

2023 Achievements

Reporting Period:
Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2023

$47.5 million implemented

4 full-time equivalent jobs reported

$38 million benefiting priority populations

9% benefitting disadvantaged communities

71% benefitting low-income communities and households

20% benefitting other areas of California

Other Expected Benefits

5 plans developed

1,624 acres restored

12 education events