Wetlands and Mountain Meadows Restoration – Nature Based Solutions
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations and agencies seeking to restore or enhance California wetlands and watershed ecosystems. Projects must align with California's Natural and Working Lands Climate Smart Strategy and Pathways to 30x30 goals. Eligible activities include wetland restoration, watershed enhancement, ecosystem projects providing co-benefits, and pilot beaver management projects.
This grant is for organizations and agencies seeking to restore or enhance California wetlands and watershed ecosystems. Projects must align with California's Natural and Working Lands Climate Smart Strategy and Pathways to 30x30 goals. Eligible activities include wetland restoration, watershed enhancement, ecosystem projects providing co-benefits, and pilot beaver management projects.
Program description
Funding for projects that restore or enhance wetlands and watershed ecosystems and provide co-benefits, consistent with the Natural and Working Lands Climate Smart Strategy and Pathways to 30×30. The Program will also support pilot projects for CDFW’s Beaver Program.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Details
This grant is for organizations and agencies seeking to restore or enhance California wetlands and watershed ecosystems. Projects must align with California's Natural and Working Lands Climate Smart Strategy and Pathways to 30x30 goals. Eligible activities include wetland restoration, watershed enhancement, ecosystem projects providing co-benefits, and pilot beaver management projects.
How to apply
Application links
Program contact
- 📧 matt.wells@wildlife.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-216-7848
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | 120 | 13 | 11% |
| 2023-2024 | 94 | 11 | 12% |
| 2024-2025 | 38 | 17 | 45% |
Source: California Grants Portal
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