Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Consolidated Grant Program

The Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Consolidated Grant Program provides state‑funded grants to nonprofit, public agency, and tribal applicants that propose high‑impact projects advancing conservation, climate resilience, and equitable access to parks, green spaces, and water resources. The program emphasizes benefits to disadvantaged communities and vulnerable populations, requiring a 25 % matching contribution (cash, in‑kind, staff time, or land). Funding is awarded on a reimbursement or advance basis, with typical project periods of two years. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and follow the detailed grant guidelines. No fixed award amount or deadline is listed; the total available funding varies by fiscal year and number of applications. • Eligible applicants: nonprofits (501(c)(3) or fiscally‑sponsored), public agencies, tribal governments. • Geographic focus: approximately 70.2 sq mi service area (see map link). • Matching requirement: minimum 25 % of award value. • Funding method: reimbursement (advances possible). • Period of performance: typically 2 years. • No explicit submission deadline; applicants should monitor the grantor’s website for updates.