Wildfire Prevention Grant Program
🏛 San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy (California)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations working on wildfire prevention and forest health in California's San Gabriel and Los Angeles regions. Eligible applicants typically include nonprofits, government agencies, tribal organizations, and conservation groups. Projects must fall within three categories: fire prevention in the San Gabriel Mountains and Foothills, urban wildlands fire prevention, or forest health recovery and restoration. Work must occur in the San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy service area.
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Program description
Funding for projects will fall under three main categories: San Gabriel Mountains and Foothills Fire Prevention Planning and Management: Projects under this category will serve mainly the San Gabriel Mountains and Foothills. Work may include invasive species management and fuel break maintenance in the Angeles National Forest, fuel modification of open spaces in foothill communities, or protection of tribal cultural resources from fire impacts. Urban Wildlands and Hills Fire Prevention Planning and Management: Projects under this category will serve mainly the San Jose, San Rafael, Montebello, Puente, Chino, and Coyote Hills, which are urban wildlife corridors surrounded by urban development. Work may include fire prevention planning, fuel load reduction, invasive species management, and maintenance of defensible space. Forest Health: Fire Recovery, Response, Restoration, Education and Stewardship: Projects under this category will cover all regions in the Mountains, Hills, and Foothills. Work will improve forest health through a variety of actions with co-fire prevention benefits including native habitat revegetation, infrastructure improvements, and public stewardship building. Applications: Applications will be submitted in two phases: a Concept Proposal and a Full Application. Applicants will first submit a Concept Proposal that will be reviewed by RMC staff for consistency with RMC goals, any specific program priorities, and the strength of the proposed project. In addition, RMC staff will look at all Concept Proposals for location, need, project type, readiness, threats, cost, and cost share. RMC staff will offer applicants feedback regarding alignment with priorities, overall merit, and any ineligible costs. RMC staff will select Concept Proposals to move forward and will invite selected applicants to submit Full Applications.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Concept Proposal (initial submission)
- Full Application (if selected after Concept Proposal review)
- Project budget and cost justification
- Geographic location and service area documentation
Program contact
- 📧 info@rmc.ca.gov
- 📞 1-626-815-1019
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 3 | 3 | 100% |
Source: California Grants Portal
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and conservation organizations can apply. Applicants must have projects serving the San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles region.
What is the application process?
The process has two phases. First, submit a Concept Proposal for staff review. Selected applicants then submit a Full Application for funding consideration.
What types of projects are funded?
Three categories are supported: San Gabriel Mountains fire prevention, urban wildlands fire prevention, and forest health restoration with co-fire prevention benefits.
What is the funding range?
Awards typically range from $50,000 to $2,000,000 depending on project scope and merit.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing is required for this grant program.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start with a strong Concept Proposal that clearly aligns with one of the three funding categories and RMC priorities.
- Address location, project readiness, identified threats, and cost-effectiveness in your proposal.
- Demonstrate how your project improves forest health or reduces wildfire risk in the target region.
- Plan for realistic timelines and budgets; RMC staff will evaluate cost versus impact.
- Include local partnerships or community engagement to strengthen your application's merit.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposals that lack clear alignment with RMC's three funding categories rarely advance. Projects outside the San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles region are ineligible. Underdeveloped budgets or unrealistic timelines signal weak project readiness to reviewers.
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