2026-27 Child Abduction Training (AC) Program
🏛 Governor's Office of Emergency Services (California)
✓ Free, no account · Source: California Grants Portal · Last verified Jul 10, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations that support off-highway motor vehicle (OHV) trails, safety, and education in California. Eligible applicants typically include nonprofits, government agencies, and community organizations focused on OHV recreation and conservation. The program funds planning, acquisition, development, maintenance, and restoration of OHV facilities and trails. Activities must align with state OHV recreation, safety education, and trail management priorities.
Applicants must demonstrate capacity to manage grant funds and complete proposed projects. Cost sharing is required as part of the funding agreement. Projects should benefit public access to OHV recreation or enhance safety and environmental stewardship.
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Program description
For an organization to be able to submit a proposal and/or eligible to compete for funding (i.e. read and rated) they must meet the following requirements: • Be a non-profit or governmental organization. • Have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) registered in the federal System for Award Management (SAM). Applicants who do not currently have a UEI will need to register at SAM.gov to obtain one. Applicants without an UEI will be unable to submit a proposal in GCS. • Not have an exclusion record within SAM.gov. An exclusion record within SAM.gov indicates that a contractor (agency) is listed in the federal government-wide system for debarment and suspension. An agency that is debarred or suspended is excluded from activities involving federal financial and nonfinancial assistance and benefits. Check SAM status. Applicants with an exclusion record will be unable to submit a proposal in GCS. • Be registered with the California Department of Justice’s Registry of Charitable Trusts with a “current,” “exempt,” or “pending” status (applies to non-profit organizations only. Check non-profit status. • Have a current registration on the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search website (e.g., must not be on the Auto-Revocation List). If an Applicant is on the Auto-Revocation List, they must provide documentation that substantiates they have been registered. Check IRS Status. • Upload the written Proof of Authority by the governing body (e.g., County Board of Supervisors, City Council, or Governing Board) granting authority to the Authorized Agent to enter the Subrecipient into a specific Grant Subaward(s) with Cal OES. Please Note: proposals that do not meet the above requirements will be disqualified (i.e., ineligible) and will not be read or rated.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Preliminary Application (March 2, 2026 deadline)
- Final Application (June 1, 2026 deadline)
- Project narrative and scope of work
- Budget and cost-sharing documentation
- Evidence of community support or partnerships
- Organizational capacity information
Program contact
- 📧 Carlos.Rodriguez@caloes.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-364-4584
FAQ
Who can apply for the GCA Program?
Organizations supporting OHV recreation, trails, and safety in California can apply. Contact the California Department of Parks and Recreation for specific eligibility requirements.
When are applications due?
Preliminary applications were due March 2, 2026. Final applications are due June 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST.
What activities are eligible for funding?
Planning, acquisition, development, maintenance, restoration of OHV trails and facilities. Safety education and OHV recreation programs also qualify.
How competitive is this grant?
With $30 million available, competition depends on application quality and project alignment with state priorities. Strong community impact and clear project plans improve competitiveness.
What is the typical funding range?
Specific award amounts are not published. Contact the state agency for typical grant sizes and budget expectations.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Demonstrate clear community need for your OHV trail or safety project. Use local data and stakeholder input to strengthen your application.
- Plan your cost share early. Required matching funds significantly impact budgeting, so identify funding sources before application.
- Connect your project to state recreation and conservation goals. Review California's OHV strategic priorities to align your proposal.
- Develop realistic timelines and budgets. Include detailed maintenance and long-term operations plans if applicable.
- Submit preliminary applications on time. The two-stage process allows feedback to strengthen your final submission.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Underestimating required cost share or failing to identify matching funds before submission. Proposing vague projects without specific outcomes or community engagement plans. Not aligning projects with state OHV recreation and conservation priorities.
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