Community Wildfire Defense (CWDG) Grants
Forecasted
Community Wildfire Defense Grants fund science-based wildfire planning and mitigation projects for at-risk New Mexico communities, led by the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department.
Funder: New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $250,000 for CWPP creation/update; up to $10 million for implementation projects; typical duration/project-based
Summary: Supports at-risk communities and tribes in New Mexico to develop, update, and implement wildfire protection plans and mitigation projects.
Key Information: Match required (10% for CWPP, 25% for implementation; waivers available for underserved communities and tribes)
Description
The Community Wildfire Defense Grants (CWDG) program provides financial support to at-risk local communities and Indian Tribes in New Mexico for wildfire planning and mitigation. The grant funds two primary project types: (1) the development or revision of Community Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPPs), and (2) the implementation of projects identified in CWPPs that are less than ten years old. The program aims to enhance wildfire preparedness and resilience by supporting both strategic planning and on-the-ground mitigation activities.
