Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant
Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery has posted this environment grant for nonprofits and other eligible applicants, with applications due Jun 23, 2026. It provides awards up to $500K–$3M.
Apply on the California Grants PortalOpportunity description
The fundamental goal of the Program is to support start-up costs for establishing a recycling center to increase the California Refund Value (CRV) beverage container redemption opportunities.
Who can apply
- Business
- Nonprofit
- Other Legal Entity
- Public Agency
- Tribal Government
Eligible applicants include: New Recycling Center. A new recycling center is defined as an applicant who intends to apply and is eligible to become a certified recycling center. The new recycling center must be certified and permitted under the local authority prior to the issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) email.
Funding
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