Proposition 1 Lower Los Angeles River Grants

The San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy (RMC) is offering Proposition 1 Lower Los Angeles River Grants to fund ecosystem, watershed, and water‑related projects within 1.5 miles of the Lower LA River corridor. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, public agencies, tribal governments, and joint powers authorities. Projects must align with at least four of the thirteen stated objectives, such as watershed protection, habitat restoration, fish passage, climate‑adaptation, and water‑quality improvements. Funding totals $22.28 million, with individual awards ranging from $50,000 to $2 million, provided on a reimbursement basis (advance payments possible). A Letter of Intent is required; matching funds are preferred but not mandatory. Applications are submitted in two phases – a Concept Proposal followed by a Full Application for selected concepts. • Eligible entities: nonprofit (501(c)(3)), public agencies, tribal governments, JPAs, conservation corps, etc. • Geographic focus: Lower LA River corridor (≤ 1.5 mi of main stem/tributary). • Funding: $22.28 M total; $50 k‑$2 M per award; reimbursement method; advance payments possible. • Timeline: Open 08/21/2024; award announced upon Board approval; no explicit submission deadline listed. • Required: Letter of Intent; project must deliver a water‑related benefit.