Applications are now being accepted for the California Climate Action Corps Fellowship.
Donor Name: California Climate Action Corps
State: California
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Fellowship
Deadline: 07/31/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year
Details:
A workforce development program empowering emerging climate leaders to take climate action to engage communities, cultivate change, and leave a lasting impact
Benefits
- Work alongside climate professionals, receive personalized mentorship, and build skills in project management, volunteer engagement and policy initiatives—all while building connections across California’s leading climate organizations. Other benefits include:
- Receive up to a $35,250 (pre-tax) stipend s pread evenly over 11 months.
- Earn up to $10,000 (pre-tax) in education awards upon completion of 1700 hours
- Participate in 170-340 hours of professional development & training
- $300 in professional development funds
- Minimum essential healthcare coverage
- Forbearance on qualifying student loans and interest payments accrued during the term
- Food assistance and childcare assistance (for those eligible)
Eligibility Criteria
- Live in California by August 14, 2026
- Be over the age of 18 by August 14, 2026
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must be a US Citizen, US National or lawful US resident to participate
- Commitment to the full term of service (1700+ hours over 11 months)
- Capable of working an 8-hour workday, 5 days per week
- Must have no criminal history of violent or sexual offense
For more information, visit California Climate Action Corps.
