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Flare Advisory
Valero Refinery in Benicia notified the Air District of ongoing flaring due to a planned shutdown of refinery equipment. Air District inspectors will be closely monitoring. Report air quality complaints: 800-334-ODOR or online.
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People's Air Grant Program
Learn about a one-time grant program that distributes funding to projects in impacted communities to reduce exposure to air pollution and address public health impacts.
The Air District’s Community Advisory Council developed the People’s Air Grant Program to distribute funding from a $3 million Community Benefit Fund. These funds are not derived from enforcement, penalty, or mitigation funds.
People’s Air Grant Application Period Now Open
The People’s Air Grant Program supports projects in impacted communities that improve air quality and reduce local air pollution disparities, equip impacted communities with tools and resources to reduce air pollution and improve public health outcomes, and support health care resources and services for people experiencing health impacts related to air pollution exposure. The maximum amount for an individual grant is $400,000 over two years.
Applications are now open. Community-based groups, local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and California Native American Tribes serving Bay Area environmental justice communities are encouraged to apply.
Applications are due by 5:00 PM Pacific Time on Friday, May 29, 2026. For questions or assistance with the application, please contact peoplesairgrant@baaqmd.gov.
Application Materials and Resources
- Request for Applications(443 Kb PDF, 37 pgs, posted 2026/3/10)
- Key Questions(140 Kb PDF, 1 pg, posted 2026/3/5)
- Flyer(206 Kb PDF, 1 pg, posted 2026/3/10)
- Email Notice(364 Kb PDF, 2 pgs, posted 2026/3/10)
Informational Grant Webinars
The Air District will host two optional informational sessions to provide an overview of the program and the application requirements, and to answer questions. Both sessions will be recorded and posted on the Air District’s website, along with all questions and responses.
- Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 10:00 AM
Informational Webinar- Please register to attend
- Thursday, April 9, 2026, 1:00 PM
Application Preparation Webinar- Please use the following link to join the webinar
Simultaneous language interpretation is available upon request with at least 72 hours’ notice before each event. To request interpretation, please contact Lisa Flores at lflores@baaqmd.gov or 415-749-4642.
Technical Assistance
Technical assistance will be offered and prioritized for prospective applicants with fewer resources or limited grant experience. To request a virtual meeting to discuss eligibility and readiness, community need and support, and/or the application process, please complete this form.
Available Soon: An option to sign up to receive email notifications regarding the People’s Air Grant Program.
Last Updated: 2026/3/12