San Diego River Conservancy Direct Grant Program

The San Diego River Conservancy Direct Grant Program provides up to $6 million in state‑funded reimbursement grants to support local assistance projects that advance the Conservancy’s mission within the San Diego River Watershed and adjacent consortium watersheds. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and tribal governments. Grants are awarded on a competitive basis, with the award announcement expected in 2022 and project performance required through 2024. No matched funding or letters of intent are required. • Funding amount: total $6 M (award count dependent) • Eligible entities: nonprofits, public agencies, tribal governments • Geographic focus: San Diego River Watershed & consortium watersheds • Application materials: full grant guidelines (link provided) • Funding method: reimbursement • Contact: Dustin Harrison (619) 390‑0571, [email protected]