Proposition 4 – River
🏛 Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy (California)
✓ Free, no account · Source: California Grants Portal · Last verified Sep 5, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations operating guaranteed income pilot programs targeting older adults in California. Applicants must be able to verify participant eligibility, manage payment distribution, deliver supportive services, and participate in evaluation activities. Eligible recipients typically include nonprofits, local agencies, and community organizations with capacity to administer direct cash assistance. Geographic eligibility is limited to California.
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Program description
This program supports Water-related projects must align with Chapter 2 of Proposition 4, supporting Safe Drinking Water, Drought, Flood, and Water Resilience. All projects must comply with Section 91032 and must include at least one specific purpose outlined in Section 91032(b). Eligible efforts protect or restore rivers, wetlands, streams, lakes, or watersheds; improve the resilience of fish and wildlife; or enhance climate resilience, water supply, or water quality. Projects must also support at least one regional priority: improving the climate resiliency or protection of the Los Angeles River Watershed, or aligning with the ULART working group’s revitalization plan. Proposition 4 – River
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Application form or LOI (verify with agency)
- Organizational documentation (501(c)(3) status, if applicable)
- Project narrative and implementation plan
- Budget and budget narrative
- Evaluation plan
- Letters of commitment from partners
Program contact
- 📧 grants@smmc.ca.gov
- 📞 1-310-589-2899
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | — | — | — |
| 2025-2026 | 5 | 5 | 100% |
Source: California Grants Portal
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Nonprofits, local government agencies, and community organizations in California with capacity to administer guaranteed income programs. You must be able to verify participant eligibility and distribute payments.
What is the deadline?
The deadline is April 18, 2025. Check with the California Department of Social Services for any deadline extensions.
What activities does this grant support?
Participant eligibility verification, guaranteed income payment distribution, supportive services, and program evaluation. Activities must align with the pilot program objectives.
How much funding is available?
Total funding is $4,750,000. Exact award amounts per grantee are not specified.
Is cost sharing required?
No cost sharing is required for this grant. The grant covers eligible project costs.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Contact the California Department of Social Services early to clarify eligibility and program expectations before submitting.
- Develop clear plans for participant recruitment, verification processes, and payment distribution systems.
- Build strong evaluation partnerships if evaluation participation is required by your award.
- Document your organizational capacity to administer direct cash transfers securely and comply with state requirements.
- Budget carefully for staffing needed to verify eligibility and provide participant support services.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Underestimating the operational complexity of distributing payments and maintaining participant records. Failing to clarify how evaluation requirements will be met and resourced. Weak documentation of organizational capacity to manage cash distribution and fraud prevention.
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