Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Program Round 2

The Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Program Round 2, administered by the California Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation, provides grants to protect vulnerable communities through physical and social infrastructure. The program offers two funding tiers: Early Infrastructure Projects, which range from $750,000 to $1.2 million for planning and demonstration projects, and Advanced Infrastructure Projects, which range from $3 million to $4.5 million for the implementation of previously identified feasible projects. To ensure equity, at least 40 percent of total funding must benefit Disadvantaged Communities or Vulnerable Populations, with a minimum of 10 percent of that portion specifically supporting Severely Disadvantaged Communities. Awards are determined by a 100-point scoring system based on a narrative review, funding priorities, and applicant interviews. Key deliverables include a detailed workplan and partnership agreements due by the first quarter, a mandatory readiness review by month twelve, and the final installation of operational infrastructure. Funding is distributed on a cost-reimbursement basis, though eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits may receive an advance of up to 25 percent of the award. All projects must incorporate belonging principles to ensure infrastructure is culturally relevant and welcoming. The full application deadline is October 13, 2026, with submissions managed through the Submittable portal.