Empowering Californians to take meaningful action to serve and help protect our most vulnerable communities against the harshest impacts of climate change

Application open May 1st for California Climate Action Corps!

Do you want to take meaningful climate action to support vulnerable communities in California while advancing your career skills? 

City of Oakland Fellows, 2022-2023 Service Year.
City of Oakland, Climate Action Corps Fellows Service Term 2022-2023

Turn Your Passion Into Climate Action!

Discover opportunities to build community resilience for a more sustainable, equitable future.


California Climate Action Corps is a national service program led by California Volunteers, Office of the Governor, and implemented by Bay Area Community Resources. The program is rooted in hope for a better tomorrow and offers a Fellowship for emerging climate and civic leaders. 


Join the California Climate Action Corps program for a paid term of service with public agencies, tribes, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions to harness the power of volunteerism and drive climate action in frontline communities most impacted by climate change. Fellows support and lead projects related to urban greening, organic waste and edible food recovery, and wildfire resiliency.

Empowering Climate Leaders: Explore Our Fellowship Program!

Why Serve?


California Action Corps Fellow, Cheina Ty, with President Biden and California Governor Newsom 2023
California Climate Action Corps Fellow with President Biden & Gov. Newsom Service Term 2023-2024

Get to Know the Leaders Shaping Climate Action in California!

California Climate Action Corps Fellows leading volunteer work days for wildfire resiliency (2022)
CCAC Fellows and Volunteers Service Term 2022-2023

Get Involved

Want a chance to learn real-world climate action skills through hands-on community action projects to make a difference in your community and beyond? Join California Climate Action Corps Fellows working to fight the climate crisis across California! 

Find a climate action event near you! Whether you're passionate about tree planting, wildfire mitigation, or zero waste, there's something for everyone. We have events happening all across California. Help us create a more sustainable future together!

Discover our incredible network of organizations driving societal transformation for a sustainable future

California Climate Action Corps Urban Greening Fellows 2022-23
Urban Greening Fellows 2022-23