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

This grant, administered by the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, funds projects that protect and restore wildlife, habitat, and historic/archaeological resources within the SMMC zone. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments. Funding comes from California Proposition 68 (approximately $4 billion total), with $9.79 million currently allocated to this specific “Prop 68 River” stream. Grants are reimbursed, do not require matched funding, and must be encumbered by 30 June 2026. The program supports habitat restoration in both urban and rural settings, emphasizing water, drought, park, climate, and coastal protection objectives. • Eligible entities: nonprofit, public agency, tribal government • Geographic limitation: projects must be within the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy Zone • Funding amount: $9,791,185 total (number of awards dependent) • No letter of intent or matching funds required • Reimbursement funding method; award period must be used by 6/30/26 • Application open date: 11 June 2025 (open until further notice) • Contact: [email protected], (310) 589‑2899