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2026 Community Engagement Agreement Request for Applications

  • Apr 10
  • 2 min read

Updated: Apr 13

Community Engagement Agreement Awards text in blue on left. Green shape on right with text about HRN's Tobacco Education Program for 2026.

Now Accepting Applications for 2026 Community Engagement Agreement (CEA) Grants

Human Response Network (HRN) is excited to announce the release of our FY 2026–2027 Community Engagement Agreement (CEA) Request for Applications (RFA).

Through this opportunity, HRN will fund one community-driven project (up to $4,000) that supports tobacco prevention efforts in Trinity County.

About the Opportunity

The CEA program is designed to support local organizations, youth groups, and community-based efforts that:

  • Promote tobacco prevention education

  • Advance smokefree outdoor public spaces

  • Increase community awareness and engagement

  • Build youth leadership and advocacy

Projects should focus on engaging priority populations, including youth and rural communities, and contribute to building a healthier, tobacco-free Trinity County.

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants include:

  • Nonprofit organizations

  • Community-based groups

  • School-based clubs or youth groups (with fiscal sponsor if needed)

Applicants must be located in or serve Trinity County.

Key Dates

  • Application Opens: April 13, 2026

  • Application Deadline: May 15, 2026 (5:00 PM)

  • Award Notification: By June 30, 2026

  • Project Period: August 1, 2026 – March 30, 2027

Funding Details

  • One award of up to $4,000

  • Funds may support staff time, materials, outreach, and incentives

  • Activities must be coordinated with HRN staff

How to Apply:

  1. Download and carefully review the Request for Applications (RFA) here:

  1. After reviewing the RFA for the project details and eligibility requirements, apply online at Human Response Network  Community Engagement Agreement (CEA) Application Form FY 2026–2027 – Fill out form. The application will be open from April 13, 2026 until May 15, 2026 at 5:00 pm. To preview the application questions, you can download the questions here. Please note that the pdf version is only to preview the application. Applications must be completed and submitted online.


Completed application forms must be submitted using the online form by May 15, 2026, at 5:00 pm.

Looking for more info?

Review the presentation below for additional details and application tips. For a full screen view visit https://canva.link/hrncea2026.


Let’s Work Together

This is an opportunity to bring your ideas to life and make a real impact in your community. If you have a project that can engage residents, uplift youth voices, and support tobacco prevention, we encourage you to apply.


For questions or technical assistance, contact: Karen Compton at (530) 623-2024.

HRN awards ad: Green and white background. Highlights $4,000 grant for projects in Trinity County. Apply at www.hrntrinity.org/post/cea2026.

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