Wildfire Resilience
The Wildfire Resilience grant from CAL FIRE funds science-based projects that improve wildfire resilience, forest health, and reforestation on California’s private timberlands.
Funder: California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
Due Dates: August 7, 2026 (Concept proposal) | October 1, 2026 (Full application, invited only)
Funding Amounts: $10,000,000 total available; award sizes and duration vary by project.
Summary: Supports technical and financial assistance for projects that enhance wildfire resilience and forest health on California's private nonindustrial timberlands.
Key Information: Two-phase application: concept proposal required before full application invitation.
Description
The Wildfire Resilience Program, administered by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), aims to boost the wildfire resilience of California's private forestlands. The program provides both technical guidance and financial support to nonindustrial timberland owners, local governments, nonprofits, and special districts. Established under Senate Bill 901, it integrates several state forestry assistance initiatives to help reduce wildfire risk, support reforestation, and promote sustainable forest management practices. The 2026 Wildfire Resilience Block Grant solicitation specifically targets projects that improve forest health, reforestation, and wildfire mitigation.
