Tribal Wildfire Resilience Grants Solicitation 2026
🏛 Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (California)
✓ Free, no account · Source: California Grants Portal · Last verified Sep 5, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for California public libraries seeking to implement or expand interlibrary loan services using the Zip Books model. Libraries must be able to process patron book requests and establish direct-to-home delivery partnerships. The program serves public library systems interested in bridging gaps between patron requests, acquisitions, and outreach services. Eligible organizations operate within California's geographic boundaries under the state's library services framework.
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Program description
Tribal Wildfire Resilience grants fund projects that serve California Native American tribes, support Traditional Ecological Knowledge and cultural fire, improve forest health through forest fuels reduction, pest management, reforestation, biomass utilization, forest watershed restoration, upper watershed, riparian, and mountain meadow restoration, or research thereof, and directly or indirectly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. These projects address critical needs in tribal communities, and may include a combination of: Implementing & training Traditional Ecological Knowledges & indigenous stewardship Cultural and prescribed burns Creation and maintenance of shaded fuel breaks and defensible space Forest and wildfire resilience projects such as: reforestation dead and dying tree removal understory thinning and/or removal Forest health & restoration projects Increasing biodiversity and improving access to and use of traditional foods and culturally significant species Workforce Development and training programs in fire, forestry, and related Traditional Ecological Knowledge Mapping projects Development of restoration plans, fire or forest management plans Biological and cultural surveys Environmental compliance and permitting Fuels management Fire reintroduction (and planning for fire reintroduction)
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Application form (CA State Library-specific form)
- Project narrative/proposal
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organizational capacity documentation
- Letters of support or partnership agreements (if applicable)
Program contact
- 📧 TribalWildfireResilienceGrants@fire.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-201-2891
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 6 | 6 | 100% |
Source: California Grants Portal
FAQ
Which types of libraries can apply for Zip Books funding?
California public libraries are the primary eligible applicants. Libraries must demonstrate capacity to manage patron requests and coordinate with vendors for home delivery.
What is the Zip Books model and how does it work?
Patrons request unavailable books from the library. The library purchases books from vendors (like Amazon) for direct home delivery to patrons. Books are returned to the library and added to the permanent collection.
Do I need matching funds or cost-sharing to apply?
No. This grant does not require cost-sharing or matching funds from applicants.
What timeframe does the funding cover?
The 2026-2027 funding cycle covers fiscal years 2026-2027, based on California's state budget calendar.
How much funding is available per award?
The total funding pool is $800,000. Specific award amounts per library are not specified in the program guidelines.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Emphasize your library's capacity to manage patron requests efficiently. Show you have systems in place to handle ordering and delivery coordination.
- Include data on unmet patron demand for materials. Libraries with high request volumes from underserved patrons strengthen their case.
- Demonstrate how Zip Books complements your existing interlibrary loan and acquisitions programs. Show clear operational integration plans.
- Highlight community impact and equity benefits. Focus on how direct-to-home delivery serves homebound, rural, or transportation-limited patrons.
- Provide a realistic budget breakdown for vendor partnerships, staff coordination, and collection integration. Show you've researched vendor costs and delivery logistics.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Vague operational plans. Specify exactly how you'll manage requests, vendor coordination, and returns. Weak equity justification. Explain which patron populations benefit most and why home delivery matters for your community. Underestimating logistics costs. Budget realistically for vendor fees, shipping, staff time, and collection cataloging.
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