The Climate Smart Communities Initiative (CSCI) is accepting letters of interest for its next grant cycle supporting community climate resilience in the United States. Typical awards are expected to range from US$75,000 to US$115,000.
The immediate deadline is 20 November 2026 for a letter of interest. This is the first stage of the process, not a deadline for an unsolicited full proposal. Full proposals will be requested by invitation in February 2027.
Funding and project period
CSCI anticipates making approximately 16–20 awards. The expected grant period is 12 months, beginning in July 2027. The published award range describes typical funding and should not be treated as a guaranteed payment to every applicant.
The initiative supports partnerships working on community climate resilience. Applicants should use the current funding guidance to understand the programme priorities, eligible costs, partnership requirements and selection criteria before developing their request.
Who should apply?
This is a United States funding opportunity for eligible partnerships. It is not a global grant open to individuals in every country. Prospective applicants should confirm that their community, partner organisations and proposed work meet the current US eligibility requirements.
Strong preparation starts with a clear description of the community’s climate challenges, the roles of the proposed partners and what can realistically be achieved during the grant period. Follow the official call’s requirements rather than assuming that an organisation can apply alone.
Application stages
- Read the current CSCI funding page and linked application guidance.
- Confirm geographic and partnership eligibility with the organisations involved.
- Prepare and submit a letter of interest using the official application process by 20 November 2026.
- If invited, prepare a full proposal for the February 2027 stage.
- Use the programme’s published instructions for budgets, deliverables and the planned July 2027 start.
Key dates and amounts
- Letter of interest deadline: 20 November 2026.
- Full proposal stage: invitation-only, February 2027.
- Expected start: July 2027.
- Grant duration: 12 months.
- Typical award range: US$75,000–US$115,000.
- Anticipated awards: approximately 16–20.
- Geographic scope: United States.
Check the official guidance for the precise submission time and any updates before applying. Submit early enough to resolve application problems.
Read the official CSCI funding call and application instructions.
Opportunities Feed is an independent publisher and does not administer these grants. CSCI determines eligibility, invitations and funding decisions.
