California Fire Foundation Wildfire Disaster Relief & Recovery Grant
Apply Now: California Fire Foundation Wildfire Disaster Relief & Recovery in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties
The California Fire Foundation is pleased to announce a new grant opportunity for California-based fire departments, local firefighter associations, federally recognized tribes, and nonprofit organizations planning relief effort projects in Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
When wildfires devastate communities throughout California, they leave lasting impacts on families, first responders, and local infrastructure. Through the Disaster Relief & Recovery Grant, the California Fire Foundation supports long-term recovery efforts and provides vital resources to those on the front lines. Whether you’re a firefighter association replacing damaged PPE, a nonprofit assisting families needing support, or a community group focused on wildfire prevention, this grant opportunity can help finance your essential work.
Applicants whose projects fall into one of the below focus areas are eligible to receive up to $25,000; requests outside this range will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
2025 Funding Focus Areas Include:
- Community Relief & Recovery
- Recovery Planning, Public Education, and/or Community Outreach Campaigns
- First Responder Training
- Specialized Firefighting Equipment (such as PPE replacement)
- Vegetation Mitigation & Fuels Reduction
TO APPLY visit our grants portal to log on to your existing account or create a new account.
At any time, applicants may view the status of their submissions via their grants portal dashboard.
For further questions, email cffgrants@cpf.org
Due to the volume of applications received, the portal dashboard is the quickest way to check on a proposal's status.