Cal Fire opens applications for $135 million in fire prevention grants
By: | Published: 2025-06-27 23:57:00 | Source: timesofsandiego.com
Cal Fire’s Wildfire Prevention Grants Program announced that up to $135 million will be available for local projects.
Projects focused on assisting disadvantaged, low-income, disabled or elderly populations will receive priority funding. Additionally, projects that reduce carbon emissions also will be prioritized.
The grant applications are open now and will close at 3 p.m. on Aug. 6. A virtual public workshop explaining the application process and grant requirements will be held from 11 a.m. to noon July 1.
The grant program also will host “office hours” to help applicants each step of the way. For those who can’t make the public…