Getting Started
SGC’s grants fund a range of projects, from building capacity to constructing climate infrastructure. Through our initiatives, we scale tested innovations for equity across sectors and silos. Our digital tools will support you designing equitable programs and policies for climate resilience.
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Grant Programs
Whether your community is ready to compete for and implement climate infrastructure grants or does not yet have the capacity to apply, explore SGC’s funding and technical assistance programs to find the right opportunity for you.Learn more about Grant Programs -
Technical Assistance
If your organization isn’t ready yet to apply for a planning or implementation grant, find resources here to help you prepare for success.Learn more about Technical Assistance -
Tools
Discover SGC’s digital tools, including resource hubs, reports, and toolkits.Learn more about Tools
SGC's impact across California
$
4Billion
in Community Climate Investments
in Disadvantaged Communities
gas-powered cars taken off the road for one year
Upcoming Meetings and Events
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February 16, 2024California Agricultural Land Equity Task Force1:00 p.m.Virtual & in person
Sacramento State, Downtown Campus, Training Room 104/105
304 S. Street Sacramento, CA 95811Simultaneous Spanish language interpretation provided -
February 28, 2024Council Meeting1:00 p.m.Coastal Hearing Room, CalEPA Headquarters
2nd Floor 1001 I Street Sacramento -
April 24, 2024Council Meeting1:00 p.m.Sierra Hearing Room, CalEPA Headquarters
2nd Floor 1001 I Street Sacramento -
May 9, 2024California Agricultural Land Equity Task Force8:00 a.m.2508 Historic Decatur Road Suite 200
San Diego, CA 92106Simultaneous Spanish language interpretation provided -
June 26, 2024Council Meeting1:00 p.m.Sierra Hearing Room, CalEPA Headquarters
2nd Floor 1001 I Street Sacramento -
July 2, 2024California Agricultural Land Equity Task Force Subcommittee: Sustaining Natural and Cultural Resources10:00 a.m.Virtual
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July 23, 2024California Agricultural Land Equity Task Force Subcommittee: Community Outreach10:00 a.m.Virtual
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August 14 & 15, 2024California Agricultural Land Equity Task Force1:00 p.m.Virtual & in personSimultaneous Spanish language interpretation provided
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October 31, 2024Council Meeting1:00 p.m.Sierra Hearing Room, CalEPA Headquarters
2nd Floor 1001 I Street Sacramento -
November 14, 2024California Agricultural Land Equity Task Force8:00 a.m.Virtual & in personSimultaneous Spanish language interpretation provided
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December 17, 2024Council Meeting1:00 p.m.Sierra Hearing Room, CalEPA Headquarters
2nd Floor 1001 I Street Sacramento
Announcements
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Community Resilience Centers Program Opens Request for Information (RFI)
May 30, 2024The Strategic Growth Council (SGC) needs your feedback. Provide public input and help SGC improve the Community Resilience Centers Program grant process.Full Announcement
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California Fuels Tribal Innovation with $1.45M for Climate Action
April 24, 2024Groundbreaking Tribal Capacity Building Pilot Program awards six tribal applicants, igniting climate solutions across the state.Full Announcement
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Vulnerable Communities to Receive $98.6M in Grants to Build Climate Resiliency
April 24, 2024The California Strategic Growth Council finalizes awards for Round One of Community Resilience Centers Program Grants, fulfilling part of Governor Newsom’s Climate Commitment to strengthening protections for climate vulnerable communities.Full Announcement
Leadership and Partners
The Newsom Administration is committed to a California for All agenda and believes the State holds unique responsibility to create equitable opportunities for all Californians. The Council and each member agency have committed to integrating racial equity into operations, programs, and policies. Sam Assefa is the Chair of the Strategic Growth Council and Director of the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research, and Lynn von Koch-Liebert is SGC’s Executive Director.
