Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Rescue

The California Wildlife Conservation Board is offering the Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Rescue Grant to fund restoration, enhancement, and technical assistance projects that improve breeding and overwintering habitats for monarch butterflies and other pollinators across the state. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and tribal governments. Grants may be used for prairie and other suitable habitats on both private and public lands, and for providing technical guidance to landowners. The program does not require cost‑share, though matching funds improve scoring. Funding totals $3 million, with award terms of 2‑4 years and a continuous application window. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent and complete an online application. • Eligible activities: habitat restoration (breeding & overwintering), technical assistance to farmers/ranchers. • Eligible entities: nonprofits, public agencies, tribal governments. • Geographic scope: statewide (California). • Funding: $3 M total, awards on a “continuous” basis, 2‑4 year grant terms. • Application: Online portal; Letter of Intent required; no mandatory cost‑share. • Contact: Scott McFarlin (916) 217‑6345, [email protected].