TreePeople receives $35 million to combat climate change

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The California Legislature authorized $96.2 million to support organizations in their fight against climate change.
On Thursday, the state approved to support community-led projects in tribal, disadvantaged and unincorporated neighborhoods that would help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, provide economic opportunities for residents, and improve the environment and public health.

“California is empowering communities on the frontlines of the climate crisis to tackle pollution and build resilience in their own neighborhoods,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a press release. “This innovative support for community-led projects across the state will bring environmental, health and economic benefits to Californians for decades to come.”

Richmond Rising and the South Los Angeles Eco-Lab — a project proposed by more than 20 local organizations, including CicLAvia, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and TreePeople — each received $35 million, the highest grants awarded. Grants were also given to communities in Stockton, San Diego and Monterey and the Wiyot and Karuk tribes, among others. The five-year grants will begin next year.