Plain-English explanation
This is a targeted opportunity for nonprofits, public agencies, and Tribal Governments with projects within the Conservancy’s territorial jurisdiction that reduce climate-change risks, protect natural or cultural resources, restore habitat or watershed systems, reduce wildfire risk, or improve safe and equitable outdoor access. The strongest documented differentiator is meaningful, direct benefit to disadvantaged communities, severely disadvantaged communities, or vulnerable populations. Community engagement, matching funds, regional conservation objectives, and California 30x30 alignment may receive additional consideration. Applicants begin with a Letter of Intent through the Pre-Application Consultation Form and may be invited to submit a full application after administrative review; the guidelines must be checked for detailed rules, costs, deadlines, and evaluation criteria.