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

The Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy (SMMC) is offering a Proposition 68 grant to support projects that protect and restore wildlife, habitat, and historic/archaeological resources within the SMMC zone, specifically targeting the San Fernando Valley river corridor in severely disadvantaged communities. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and tribal governments. Funding is sourced from the State‑funded Prop 68 $4 billion water‑drought‑parks‑climate program, with a total estimated pool of $4 million for this particular opportunity. Awards will be made on a reimbursement basis, and recipients must encumber the funds by 30 June 2026. No letter of intent or matching funds are required. Applications are opened on 11 June 2025; detailed guidelines are available online. • Eligible entities: nonprofit, public agency, tribal government • Geographic focus: projects within the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy zone, specifically the San Fernando Valley river area • Funding pool: $4 million total (number of awards “Dependent”) • Funding method: reimbursement, encumbrance required by 6/30/2026 • No LOI or match required; award announcement TBD • Application open date: 06/11/2025; submission deadline not specified • Primary contact: (310) 589‑2899, [email protected]