New DWR Grants Funded by Proposition 4

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) will soon have new grant funding available to help advance California’s climate resilience goals, made possible by Proposition 4 - the Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024. Approved by voters in November 2024, this $10 billion general obligation bond will fund projects that address climate change and strengthen California’s long-term resilience.

Proposition 4 provides vital funding to support locally driven water infrastructure and climate adaptation projects, including efforts to improve groundwater management and dam safety, protect riverine systems, and enhance flood preparedness across California.

DWR will administer multiple grant programs under Proposition 4, including but not limited to:

• Urban Streams Restoration Program
• Sustainable Groundwater Management Grant Program
• Water Desalination Grant Program
• Watershed Resilience
• Flood Control Subventions Program
• Small Communities Flood Risk Reduction Program

DWR is in the process of developing new grant programs with more information to be released in the future. DWR is committed to ensuring that all communities and interested parties have opportunities to engage in program development, provide feedback, and gain an understanding of how to apply for funding.

For information about DWR’s grant programs and future funding opportunities:

• Sign up for DWR’s email notification lists.
• Check the California Grants Portal for upcoming grant opportunities.
• For assistance or questions about eligible funding, contact DWR’s Project Services Office at Funding@water.ca.gov.