Regional Forest and Fire Capacity
California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA)
What does it fund?
Regional Priority Plan development for forestry, fire protection, and watershed improvements; project development and permitting; forest management demonstration projects; outreach, education, and training.
Who is eligible for funds?
Local agencies, Tribal governments, state conservancies, joint powers authorities, resource conservation districts, and nonprofits.
How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?
RFFC funds capacity-building efforts for local and regional scale planning and access to resources for fire response and forestry management actions. It facilitates education, training, and networking that empower low-income and disadvantaged communities to develop local projects and plans.
How do I access funds?
Non-competitive block grants are awarded by region.
Funding Timeline
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Project Profiles
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Cumulative Statistics
As of November 30, 2023
$20.0 million allocated
$6.2 million implemented
$2.2 million benefiting priority populations
This program does not have a quantified GHG emission benefit.
32 projects implemented
2023 Achievements
Reporting period:
Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2023
17 full-time equivalent jobs reported