Grant Opportunities

The Wildlife Conservation Board’s 2020 Pacific Flyway Conservation Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) (PSN) is now available. Project applications submitted to this PSN should seek to protect, restore or enhance migratory bird habitat, improve migratory bird habitat diversity, quality and connectivity, or improve management, ecological function, and biodiversity of migratory bird habitat.

All applicants must submit a Pre-application by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on December 16, 2020. WCB will subsequently invite select applicants to submit full proposals. All questions regarding this PSN should be submitted to WCBFlyway@wildlife.ca.gov.

In light of circumstances surrounding the wildfires currently burning throughout much of the State, the proposal submission deadline for the 2020 Stream Flow Enhancement Program Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) has been extended from September 10, 2020 to October 1, 2020.

Proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m., Pacific Daylight Time, on October 1, 2020. Please view the Stream Flow Enhancement Program for more details.

The Wildlife Conservation Board’s 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice (PSN) for the Stream Flow Enhancement Program is now available. Proposals for multi-benefit projects that result in enhanced stream flow are encouraged. Enhanced stream flow is defined as a change in the amount, timing, and/or quality of the water flowing down a stream, or a portion of a stream, to benefit fish and wildlife. The primary focus is on enhancing flow in streams that support anadromous fish; support special status, threatened, endangered, or at-risk species; and/or provide resilience to climate change.

Proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m., Pacific Daylight Time, on September 10, 2020. For questions, contact the Stream Flow Enhancement Program at wcbstreamflow@wildlife.ca.gov.

The Wildlife Conservation Board's Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) (PSN) for Regional Conservation Investment Strategies Projects (RCIS) has been updated. Proposed projects shall be for the development of RCIS that are not otherwise funded pursuant to Section 800 of the Streets and Highways Code or any other law.

All applicants must submit an application to WCBClimate@wildlife.ca.gov. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. All questions should be submitted to Scott.McFarlin@wildlife.ca.gov.

The Wildlife Conservation Board's Lower American River Conservancy Program 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) (PSN) is now available. PSN priorities include improving the quality of water that flows within and into the American River Parkway (Parkway) and the enhancement of interpretive and educational facilities related to the Parkway and its natural, cultural, and historic resources. Proposed projects may be for land acquisitions, planning, or implementation.

All applicants must complete the full application by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on July 31, 2020. See the 2020 PSN for more details and the application forms. For questions regarding this PSN or the Program, please contact WCB's Lower American River Conservancy Program at LARCP@wildlife.ca.gov.

The Wildlife Conservation Board's Public Access Program 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) (PSN) is now available. PSN priorities include boating access, hunting and fishing, and non-consumptive wildlife recreation projects. Proposed projects may be for planning or implementation.

All applicants must complete the online pre-application by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on June 29, 2020. WCB will the invite select applicants to submit full proposals. For questions regarding this PSN or the Program, please contact WCB's Public Access Program at WCBPublicAccess@wildlife.ca.gov.

The Wildlife Conservation Board is preparing to release the 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice for the Stream Flow Enhancement Program. Potential applicants are encouraged to take advantage of the WCB staff consultation period, now through July 8, 2020. Please view the Consultation Announcement (PDF) or go to the Stream Flow Enhancement Program page for more information.

The Wildlife Conservation Board is preparing to release the 2020 Public Access Proposal Solicitation Notice (PSN) for the Public Access Program. Now is the time to discuss your project ideas with WCB staff. The consultation period will be open until the release of the PSN in late spring. View the Consultation Announcement (PDF) or go to the Public Access web page for more information.

Staff contact information is available in the Consultation Announcement and on the Public Access web page.

Due to the circumstances regarding the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), the Wildlife Conservation Board is postponing the release of the 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice for the Lower American River Conservancy Program until further notice. The Consultation Announcement (PDF) has been updated. The consultation period will remain open until further notice – please contact WCB staff (contact information provided in the announcement).

The Wildlife Conservation Board has released the 2020 PSN for the Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program. Please read the 2020 PSN carefully for details on the application process, eligibility, and other information. All applicants must complete the online Pre-Application by 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time on April 7, 2020. View the Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program for more details.