Wildfire Prevention Grants Program

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)

What does it fund?

Hazardous fuels removal, wildfire prevention planning, wildfire prevention education, and wildfire prevention research with an emphasis on improving public health and safety.

Who is eligible for funds?

Joint Powers Authority if the entities involved are eligible applicants, federal, state, and local public agencies, tribal governments, certified local conservation corps, Fire Safe Councils with a 501(c)(3) designation, nonprofits.

How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?

Projects benefiting priority populations receive enhanced application scoring.

How do I access funds?

Apply through a statewide competitive process.

Funding timeline

See the program website for more information.

Project Profiles

Read stories of projects funded by this program.

Cumulative Statistics

As of November 30, 2023

$1,209.4 million collectively allocated to Fire Prevention Programs

$301.5 million implemented

$153.4 million benefiting priority populations

This program does not have a quantified GHG emission benefit

438 projects implemented

2023 Achievements

Reporting period:
Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2023

$6.9 million implemented

383 full-time equivalent jobs reported

$6 million benefiting priority populations

19% benefiting disadvantaged communities

55% benefiting low income communities and households

25% benefiting other areas of California

Other Expected Benefits

2,034 acres of land restored