Coachella Valley Proposition 68 Parks, Conservation Land Access and Climate Change Response Grant Program
🏛 Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy (California)
✓ Free, no account · Source: California Grants Portal · Last verified Oct 7, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for California charter schools seeking to finance or refinance facility projects. Applicants must be charter schools authorized to operate in California. The program funds debt service reserves for acquisition, renovation, or construction of school buildings. Existing facility debt can also be refinanced through this program.
Organizations must be legally chartered schools operating in California. The grant supports capital improvements and facility financing only. Non-charter schools and out-of-state organizations are not eligible.
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Program description
Awards are made projects that enhance park facilities or recreational improvements that expand public access to conservation land or reduce environmental impacts that cause climate change. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis using a pre application form available from the Conservancy. Upon submission of the preapplication form, the applicant meets with Conservancy staff for a pre application consultation, after which the application can be submitted. Further details about the application procedure are available in the Proposition 68 Grant program Guidelines available on the Conservancy’s website. Projects that primarily serve several economically disadvantaged communities (SDAC) with median incomes of less than 60% of the statewide median receive priority; projects that serve disadvantaged communities with median incomes above 60% but less than 80% of the statewide median, or that serve areas that are underserved by outdoor recreational amenities, receive addition points in the scoring process.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Charter school authorization documentation
- Detailed facility project plans or renovation specifications
- Financial statements and debt schedules
- Debt service reserve analysis and projections
- Evidence of school board approval
Program contact
- 📧 mochoa@cvmc.ca.gov
- 📞 1-760-776-5026
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-2021 | 6 | — | 0% |
| 2021-2022 | 7 | 2 | 29% |
| 2023-2024 | 2 | 2 | 100% |
| 2024-2025 | 4 | 2 | 50% |
| 2022-2023 | 2 | 2 | 100% |
| 2025-2026 | 2 | 2 | 100% |
Source: California Grants Portal
FAQ
What type of organizations can apply?
California charter schools authorized to operate in the state. Traditional public districts and non-charter schools do not qualify.
What activities does this grant fund?
Debt service reserves for acquisition, renovation, construction, or refinancing of charter school facilities. It does not fund operating expenses or program costs.
Is there a deadline for applications?
The program operates on a rolling basis. Contact the State Treasurer's Office for current application windows and timelines.
Do I need to provide matching funds?
No cost sharing is required for this program. However, applicants should verify current requirements with the administering agency.
How much funding can we receive?
Award amounts vary based on facility project scope and debt structure. Contact the State Treasurer's Office for specific funding information.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Contact the State Treasurer's Office early to understand current program requirements and application procedures. Rolling programs can have variable timelines.
- Prepare detailed documentation of your facility project, including construction/renovation plans and financing needs. Strong financial projections strengthen applications.
- Ensure your charter school authorization is current and in good standing with the state. Compliance history matters to state funders.
- Develop a clear debt service reserve plan showing how funds will be used. Demonstrate financial stability to manage facility debt responsibly.
- Work with a finance advisor familiar with charter school facility financing. Complex financing structures require expert guidance.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to confirm current charter school authorization or demonstrating compliance issues with the state. Submitting applications without detailed facility project documentation and financing plans. Misusing funds for non-facility costs like operations or programs.
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