The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – (Prop 68 River – Severely Disadvantaged Community)

The Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy (SMMC) is offering a Proposition 68 grant focused on severely disadvantaged communities within the SMMC zone to address drought, water, park, climate, coastal protection, and outdoor access challenges. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments. The total funding pool is $1,475,000, with the number of awards and per‑award amounts to be determined. Funds are provided as reimbursements and must be encumbered by 6/30/2026. • Eligible applicants: nonprofit, public agency, tribal government • Geographic restriction: projects must be within the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy Zone (California) • Funding amount: $1,475,000 total (award amounts dependent) • Funding method: reimbursement; no matched funding required • Application window opened 6/11/2025; award announcement TBA • No letter of intent required; no pre‑bid meeting or site visit • Contact: (310) 589‑2899, [email protected]