Reuse Grant Program

California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)

What does it fund?

Replacement of single use containers, food service ware, and packaging with durable, reusable products and recovery of lumber, wood flooring, or wood furniture from landfills or through deconstruction projects for reuse.

Who is eligible for funds?

Local and state agencies, nonprofits, for-profit entities, public universities and colleges, solid waste facilities, public school districts, and Tribal Governments.

How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?

Projects benefiting disadvantaged and low-income communities through job training, job creation, or provision of high quality reused materials can receive additional points during application scoring.

How do I access funds?

Apply through a statewide competitive process.

Funding Timeline

No additional funds are available at this time.

Project Profiles

Read stories of projects funded by CalRecycle.

Cumulative Statistics

As of November 30, 2023

$2.0 million allocated

$2.0 million implemented

$1.5 million benefiting priority populations

549 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions

4 projects implemented

2023 Achievements

Reporting Period:
Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2023

3 full-time equivalent jobs reported