California Consulting Publishes Major Public Works Grant Opportunities

California Consulting has released an extensive and updated list of public works and infrastructure grant opportunities available across California and at the federal level. These programs are designed to support cities, counties, tribal governments, nonprofits, utilities, and public agencies working on infrastructure, transportation, energy, climate resilience, and community development projects.

Below is a structured overview of the most important grant programs, including deadlines, funding ranges, eligibility, and project focus areas. This guide is intended to help applicants quickly identify programs that match their project goals and funding needs.

Water, Environmental, and Climate Resilience Grants

State Revolving Fund (SRF) Programs

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: Varies by project
Match: Low-cost loan options, including principal forgiveness
Focus: Water quality, wastewater, and drinking water infrastructure
Agency: California State Water Resources Control Board

SRF programs remain a core funding source for essential water infrastructure projects across the state.

WaterSMART Small-Scale Water Efficiency Grants

Deadline: To be announced
Funding: Up to $100,000
Match: 50%
Eligibility: Water districts, irrigation districts, tribes, states

These grants support small, targeted water efficiency improvements such as canal lining, flow measurement, and automation projects.

Environmental Protection Agency – Community Change Grants

Deadline: TBD
Funding:

• Track I: $10–20 million

• Track II: $1–3 million
  Match: Not required

This program supports community-driven projects focused on pollution reduction, climate resilience, workforce development, and environmental justice.

Transportation and Infrastructure Grants

USDOT Bridge Investment Program

Deadlines:

• Planning Grants: October 1, 2025

• Bridge Projects: November 1, 2025
  Funding: $2.5 million to $100 million
  Match: Required, varies

This program targets the repair, replacement, or rehabilitation of bridges in poor or at-risk condition nationwide.

INFRA Grant Program

Deadline: May 2025
Funding: $5 million to $800 million
Match: Required
Eligibility: States, MPOs, local governments, tribes

INFRA funds nationally significant freight and highway projects that improve safety and efficiency.

Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP)

Deadline: June 2025
Funding: $100,000 to $15 million
Match: 20%

ATIIP focuses on pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure that improves safety, mobility, and connectivity.

Energy and Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Grants

Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Program

Deadline: September 2025
Funding: $500,000 to $15 million
Match: 20%

CFI supports EV charging and alternative fueling infrastructure in urban and rural communities.

FAST 2.0 – Fast and Available Charging for All Californians

Deadline: Expected March 2026
Funding: Up to $5 million per project
Match: 50%

This program funds publicly accessible fast EV charging infrastructure, particularly in disadvantaged communities.

Community Energy Reliability and Resilience Investment (CERRI) Program

Deadline: Estimated August 2026
Funding: Up to $20.7 million per award
Match: Required

CERRI supports grid hardening, microgrids, battery storage, and wildfire resilience projects.

Economic Development and Community Planning Grants

Economic Development Administration (EDA) – PWEAA & EAA

Deadline: Rolling
Funding: $100,000 to $3 million
Match: Not required

EDA grants support infrastructure, planning, and economic adjustment projects in distressed communities. A Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) is required.

California Strategic Growth Council – Community Resilience Centers

Deadline: July 2025
Funding:

• Planning: $100,000–$500,000

• Implementation: Up to $10 million
  Match: Not required

These grants support the development of resilience centers that provide emergency shelter and year-round community services.

Air Quality and Clean Transportation Grants

Carl Moyer Program

Deadline: Varies by air district
Funding: Varies
Match: Typically 15%

This long-running program funds cleaner engines and equipment to reduce air pollution from heavy-duty vehicles and machinery.

CMAQ and STBG Programs

Deadline: Varies by region
Funding: Often in the millions

These programs fund transportation projects that reduce emissions, improve air quality, and enhance mobility.

Recycling and Sustainable Materials Grants

Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA) Grants

Deadline: January 13, 2026
Funding: Up to $750,000
Match: Not required

TDA grants promote the use of recycled tires in construction and infrastructure projects.

Rubberized Pavement Grant Program

Deadline: Fall 2025
Funding: Up to $500,000
Match: Not required

This program encourages the use of recycled rubber in road surfacing projects.

Why This Matters

Public works and infrastructure funding continues to expand as federal and state agencies prioritize climate resilience, clean transportation, economic recovery, and community equity. Organizations that stay informed and prepare early are far more likely to secure funding.

This consolidated list provides a starting point for identifying opportunities and planning applications well ahead of deadlines.