This grant funds projects that protect and restore watersheds, rivers, lakes, streams, coastal waters, and ecosystems within the RMC territory covering eastern Los Angeles and western Orange Counties. Funded activities include climate change adaptation, fish passage removal, wildfire risk reduction, pollution remediation, and support for endangered species recovery. Applicants submit a Concept Proposal for review and may be invited to submit a Full Application. Preference is given to projects with matching funds, though not required.
Eligible applicants include state and federal agencies, recognized tribal entities, local public agencies, certified local conservation corps, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, and Joint Powers Authorities within the RMC territory.
