Riparian Habitat Conservation

The California Riparian Habitat Conservation Program (CRHCP) seeks concept proposals from eligible nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments to protect, preserve, and restore riparian habitats statewide. Projects may involve vegetation restoration, invasive species control, fencing, and stream re‑configuration to improve floodplain connectivity and native habitat. No cost‑share is required, but higher matched funding improves scoring. Funding is provided as advances and reimbursements, with a total pool of $13 million and grant terms of 2‑4 years. Applications are submitted online; a Letter of Intent is required. • Eligible applicants: nonprofit, public agency, tribal government • Eligible geography: statewide California • Typical activities: riparian vegetation planting, invasive plant removal, livestock/wildlife fencing, stream channel restoration • Funding: up to $13 M total, grant size dependent, 2‑4 year performance period • Application: online portal, Letter of Intent required, no mandatory cost‑share