CA Natural Resources Agency

The buyer seeks to implement a Youth Community Access Grant Program. This initiative aims to support youth access to natural and cultural resources, with a focus on low-income and disadvantaged communities. The program includes community education and recreational amenities to support youth substance use prevention and early intervention. The buyer will provide grants ranging from $25,000 to $500,000 for eligible projects.

• 6/26/2024 - Open Date
• 8/14/2024 - Proposal Due Date

• Develop programs to support youth access to natural and cultural resources
• Create community education initiatives focused on disadvantaged communities
• Design recreational amenities for youth substance use prevention
• Implement early intervention strategies for at-risk youth
• Establish partnerships with local organizations to enhance program reach
• Create educational materials about natural and cultural resources
• Organize youth-focused outdoor activities and field trips
• Develop curriculum integrating environmental education and substance use prevention
• Implement evaluation methods to measure program effectiveness
• Design culturally sensitive programs for diverse communities