APPLICATION PERIOD COMING SOON (March 2, 2026-March 27, 2026)
The California Fire Foundation is pleased to announce the 2026 Southern, Central & Coastal California Fire Prevention & Preparedness Grant Opportunity for California-based fire departments, firefighter associations, nonprofit organizations, and tribal entities serving Southern California Edison’s service area.
Focus Areas
Wildfire risk continues to rise across California, with nearly three million households at high or extreme risk. Under-resourced communities are often the most vulnerable, facing challenges that leave them without the tools or support needed to prepare. This funding is designed to strengthen wildfire preparedness and prevention Applicants whose projects directly serve areas of high fire risk will be prioritized.
2026 Funding Focus Areas:
- Vegetation Mitigation & Fuels Reduction
- Education, Planning, or Community Outreach Campaigns
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Specialized Firefighting Equipment
- First Responder Training
Awards typically range from $5,000 – $15,000 each, with requests outside of this range considered as-needed.
Please review the grant FAQs for more information before applying.
Applications accepted starting March 2, 2026
Applications due by March 27, 2026, 11:59 PM
Applications reviewed in April 2026
Awards announced in May 2026
How to Apply
TO APPLY, visit our grants portal to log in to your existing account or create a new one if your organization does not have an active account. Applications must be submitted through the portal before the deadline.