Community Wildfire Defense Grant
Forecasted
The Community Wildfire Defense Grant from Montana DNRC funds research-driven wildfire protection planning and project implementation to enhance resilience on non-federal Montana lands.
Funder: Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Planning: up to $250,000 (10% match) | Implementation: up to $10 million (25% match)
Summary: Supports Montana communities in planning and implementing wildfire protection projects to reduce wildfire risks and enhance resilience.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all deadlines and funding cycles are subject to change.
Description
The Community Wildfire Defense Grant, administered by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), is designed to help Montana communities increase their wildfire resilience. The program funds both the development or revision of Community Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPPs) and the implementation of projects identified in these plans. It supports projects on non-federal lands, with a focus on hazardous fuel reduction, community prevention, education, and strategies that foster fire-adapted communities and resilient landscapes. The grant aligns with the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy and is funded through the USDA Forest Service via the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act.
