Empty Glass Beverage Transportation Grant Program, FY 2026-27
🏛 Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (California)
✓ Free, no account · Source: California Grants Portal · Last verified Oct 7, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for nursing students enrolled in or accepted to an Associate's Degree Nursing Program. Applicants must be preparing to earn an RN credential. Recipients must commit to 12 months of direct patient care work in an eligible location within six months of graduation. California residency may be required, though not explicitly stated in available text.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
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Program description
The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) receives an annual and continuous appropriation of $1,000,000 from the Beverage Container Recycling Fund to administer the Empty Glass Beverage Transportation Grant Program (PRC section 14545). All projects must be located within California and transportation must come from California located businesses. Eligible projects include: • Projects that facilitate the use of rail transportation of empty glass beverage containers to glass processing facilities Certified by CalRecycle within the state of California. Eligible costs and activities may include: • Equipment related to transportation of empty glass beverage containers through the use of rail. (e.g. loaders, bunkers, scales, emptying hoppers) • Supplies and materials related to rail transportation of empty glass beverage containers. • Transportation costs of empty glass beverage containers via rail. • Construction of a new rail line or updating of an existing rail line to improve access to empty glass beverage container transportation. (i.e. steel rails, wooden ties or sleepers, ballast, spikes, bolts, and rail plates) • Personnel directly related to project construction, empty glass beverage container rail transportation, and the implementation of equipment, materials and supplies.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- Adult Learning Center
- Nonprofits
- Public Authority
- Small Business (SBA-defined)
- Tribal Nation
- Undergraduate Student
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Proof of enrollment or acceptance letter from ADN program
- Nursing program verification letter
- Application form (from California Department of Health Care Access and Information)
- Expected graduation date documentation
Program contact
- 📧 BevContainerGrants@calrecycle.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-319-7577
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 20 | 10 | 50% |
Source: California Grants Portal
FAQ
Who can apply for this scholarship?
Students currently accepted or enrolled in an Associate's Degree Nursing Program (ADN) in California. You must be pursuing an RN credential.
What is the award amount?
Up to $8,000 per scholarship. Total funding available is $50,000 for this cycle.
What are the service obligations?
You must work 12 months providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic area or approved site within six months of graduation.
When is the deadline?
The deadline is October 3, 2025. Check with the California Department of Health Care Access and Information for application instructions.
Do I need to pay back the scholarship?
The scholarship is not a loan, but forgiven through your service obligation commitment in an eligible healthcare setting.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Confirm your ADN program is in California and meets state accreditation standards before applying.
- Start researching eligible practice sites and geographic areas early to plan your service obligation.
- Document your enrollment status and expected graduation date clearly in your application.
- Contact your nursing program's financial aid office for guidance on coordinating this with other funding.
- Apply well before the deadline to allow time for processing and eligibility verification.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Not confirming your ADN program qualifies. Waiting until graduation to identify eligible service sites. Unclear or missing documentation of current enrollment or acceptance status.
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