Funding for Illegally Dumped Mattress Pilot Study
Deadline: Extended to Nov. 21, 2025
Posted: Oct. 6, 2025
Category: Pilot project
The Mattress Recycling Council is soliciting applications for pilot study projects aimed at preventing or eradicating the illegal dumping of mattresses in impacted California communities.
MRC intends to award funding to project(s) that will:
- Increase public education and awareness of existing legal mattress disposal and recycling options
- Strengthen awareness and enforcement of laws concerning illegal dumping of mattresses
- Expand access to convenient and affordable mattress collection programs
- Remediate and beautify known illegal dump sites
The RFP provides specific information on what can be funded and examples of eligible project ideas.
The maximum amount available for funding in 2026 is $64,000.
Applications are due on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, by 5 p.m. PST
All projects must be completed by Dec. 31, 2026.