Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: $75K – $115K
CSCI Grant
Climate
Who can apply: Founder Focus: All Founders; Business Stage/Types: Community Based
Deadline: 2026-03-12
The Climate Smart Communities Initiative (CSCI) funds U.S.-based community climate adaptation and resilience projects with an emphasis on high-vulnerability communities and nature-based solutions. Grants pair cash with technical assistance (risk assessment tools, practitioner registry, help desk and training) and prioritize community engagement, project prioritization, and implementation planning. CSCI operates as a consortium with partners (NOAA, Climate Resilience Fund, Geos Institute) and targets practical, project-ready adaptation work rather than broad research or mitigation-only efforts.
Competitive, annual grant cycle with open applications (next deadline March 12, 2026); typical awards range roughly $50,000–$115,000 and include bundled technical assistance and training. Funding is project-focused and geared toward U.S. communities (including territories) with emphasis on vulnerability and readiness for implementation.
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Apply by the March 12, 2026 deadline using the CSCI grants opportunity; propose strictly adaptation-focused projects (risk/vulnerability assessments, community engagement, prioritization, or nature-based solution planning) for U.S. communities or territories. Request within the stated award range ($50,700–$115,500), clearly demonstrate community vulnerability and engagement, and describe how you will use CSCI technical assistance and training to move toward implementation.
Current and upcoming funding from Climate Smart Communities Initiative (CSCI) that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Founder Focus: All Founders; Business Stage/Types: Community Based
Deadline: 2026-03-12
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