Regional Wildfire & Landscape Resilience Grants
The Regional Wildfire & Landscape Resilience Grants fund collaborative, science-based projects to reduce wildfire risk and strengthen ecosystem health across California, administered by CAL FIRE.
Funder: California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
Due Dates: June 30, 2026 (Concept proposals) | October 1, 2026 (Full proposals)
Funding Amounts: $30 million total; individual awards typically $5M–$20M; performance through Feb 2031.
Summary: Supports collaborative, regional projects in California to reduce wildfire risk and enhance landscape resilience.
Key Information: Two-phase application (concept then full proposal); match not required but increases competitiveness.
Description
This program, administered by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), funds large-scale, collaborative efforts to improve wildfire resilience, landscape health, and community safety across California. Supported by the California Climate Bond (Proposition 4), the grant targets multi-benefit, regionally prioritized projects that reduce wildfire risk, bolster ecosystem resilience, and strengthen local and regional capacity for wildfire prevention. Eligible activities include hazardous fuels reduction, prescribed and cultural burns, reforestation, biomass utilization, pest management, planning, and workforce training, among others.
