Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Radio Media (CCOG-RM) for Program Year 2026-27 (PY 26-27)
Can you apply?
This grant is for nonprofits, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, tribal governments, and educational institutions in California to create Spanish-language radio programming and digital media. Individuals cannot apply. Organizations must be able to produce 24 semi-monthly, 30-minute radio shows and accompanying digital content.
The funding supports workforce development outreach through media. Applicants are encouraged to leverage additional resources from businesses, labor organizations, and government programs, though this is not required.
Projects are based in California and funded through the state Employment Development Department's Wagner-Peyser discretionary funds.
This grant is for nonprofits, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, tribal governments, and educational institutions in California to create Spanish-language radio programming and digital media. Individuals cannot apply. Organizations must be able to produce 24 semi-monthly, 30-minute radio shows and accompanying digital content.
The funding supports workforce development outreach through media. Applicants are encouraged to leverage additional resources from businesses, labor organizations, and government programs, though this is not required.
Projects are based in California and funded through the state Employment Development Department's Wagner-Peyser discretionary funds.
Program description
The Employment Development Department (EDD) announces the availability of up to $100,000 in Wagner-Peyser 10 percent Governor’s Discretionary funds for CCOG – RM PY 26-27 through this Solicitation for Proposals (SFP). The EDD anticipates funding one organization. The purpose of this funding is to create and broadcast 24 semi-monthly, 30-minute hosted radio talk show programs in Spanish and recorded in video format. Additionally, the awardee must create complementing media posts to publish on its website and use social media outlets to publicize the radio talk show videos and communicate additional information as necessary. Eligible applicants for the CCOG-RM PY 26-27 SFP include public and private non-profit organizations, community-based organizations (CBOs) and faith-based organizations, tribal governments, and educational institutions. Individuals are not eligible apply. Leveraged funds are not required for this project, but applicants are encouraged to maximize impact by leveraging other resources. These may include funds, human capital, and other resources from various sources, such as businesses, industry associations, labor organizations, and government programs. Leveraged funds and in-kind resources must be consistent with allowable project activities and may be used by the awardee. Proposals must be received by 3 p.m. PT on June 16, 2026. An informational webinar will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 10 a.m. PT. Pre-registration is required for all attendees. Please refer to the EDD’s Workforce Development Solicitation for Proposals website link below for the pre-registration instructions. https://edd.ca.gov/en/jobs_and_training/WDSFP_Workforce_Development_Solicitations_for_Proposals The EDD encourages applicants to submit a Notice of Intent to apply by June 9, 2026 by noon to WSBSFP2@edd.ca.gov. To view this SFP, visit the EDD Workforce Development Solicitations for Proposals webpage.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
Details
This grant is for nonprofits, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, tribal governments, and educational institutions in California to create Spanish-language radio programming and digital media. Individuals cannot apply. Organizations must be able to produce 24 semi-monthly, 30-minute radio shows and accompanying digital content.
The funding supports workforce development outreach through media. Applicants are encouraged to leverage additional resources from businesses, labor organizations, and government programs, though this is not required.
Projects are based in California and funded through the state Employment Development Department's Wagner-Peyser discretionary funds.
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Solicitation for Proposals application form
- Proposal narrative describing project plan and media production approach
- Budget and budget justification
- Organizational qualifications and relevant experience
- Production timeline and staffing plan
Program contact
- 📧 brandon.raveling@edd.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-891-9189
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, tribal governments, and educational institutions can apply. Individuals are not eligible.
What is the deadline?
Proposals are due June 16, 2026 by 3 p.m. PT. The EDD encourages a Notice of Intent by June 9, 2026.
What activities are funded?
The grant funds creation and broadcast of 24 semi-monthly, 30-minute Spanish-language radio talk shows in video format, plus complementing social media and website content.
Is cost-sharing required?
No, cost-sharing is not required. However, applicants are encouraged to leverage additional resources from businesses, labor organizations, and other sources.
How much funding is available?
Up to $100,000 is available. The EDD anticipates funding one organization.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Attend the informational webinar on June 2, 2026 at 10 a.m. PT to clarify expectations and ask questions directly.
- Submit a Notice of Intent by June 9 to show serious interest and signal your organization's capacity early.
- Clearly detail your production capability: staff, equipment, and experience producing radio and video content in Spanish.
- Plan how you will leverage other resources and fund sources to maximize impact and demonstrate commitment.
- Build relationships with labor organizations, business groups, and other workforce partners to strengthen your proposal's community reach.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to demonstrate Spanish-language media production experience or capability. Underestimating the scope of creating 24 half-hour programs plus digital content. Not clearly connecting the outreach to workforce development goals for farmworkers.
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