The Watershed Restoration Grant Program will fund multi-benefit projects of statewide importance outside of the Delta. Projects must be consistent with the purposes of Propositions 1, and contribute to implementation of the California Water Action Plan. In addition, CDFW is seeking projects that contribute to implementation of State Wildlife Action Plan, Sacramento Valley Salmon Resiliency Strategy, Safeguarding California Plan, Central Valley Flood Protection Plan Conservation Strategy, California Biodiversity Initiative, state and federal recovery plans, or other relevant state and federal plans. This solicitation also focuses on projects that address impacts from recent wildfires throughout California.

Watershed Restoration Grant Program Priorities

1. Large-scale wildfire recovery response and prevention

2. Manage headwaters for multiple benefits

3. Protect and restore mountain meadow ecosystems

4. Protect and restore anadromous and other native fish habitat

5. Protect and restore coastal wetland ecosystems

6. Protect and restore cross-border urban creeks and watersheds

Visit the website for more information:https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Watersheds/Restoration-Grants