October 2, 2019 - Final 2020 Solicitation Released - Guidelines Updated
The 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) is now available. The Proposition 1 Grant Program Guidelines (PDF) have also been updated.
May 13, 2019 - Awards Announced
CDFW awards 38 projects $48.5 Million in Proposition 1 & 68 funding, following solicitations for Delta Science and Statewide projects.
2019 Propositions 1 & 68 Solicitation Closed
CDFW received 141 proposals seeking approximately $179 million in response to the 2018 Proposition 1 & 68 Proposal Solicitation Notice.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (PDF)
Delta Science Solicitation Closed
CDFW and the Delta Science Program (DSP) received 62 proposals seeking over $43 million in response to the FY 2019-20 Delta Science Proposal Solicitation Notice.
Draft 2020 Proposition 1 & 68 Solicitation Released
The 2020 Proposition 1 and Proposition 68 Draft Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) is available for public review. Comments may be submitted to CDFW via email to WatershedGrants@wildlife.ca.gov. Deadline for public comments is September 6, 2019.
CDFW will host an online public meeting to discuss the 2020 solicitation and application process on Wednesday, August 28, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm PDT. Details to follow.
September 10, 2018 - 2018 Awards Announced
CDFW awards 24 projects $27.8 million in Proposition 1 funding under the Spring 2018 Solicitation.
August 22, 2018
The recording from the August 21 public meeting is available, as is a copy of the 
presentation (PDF). As a reminder, comments will be accepted through 4:00 p.m., August 31, 2018, via email at WatershedGrants@wildlife.ca.gov.
August 10, 2018
CDFW and the Delta Science Program (DSP) have released a Draft Joint Delta Science Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) for public review and comment. CDFW and DSP will hold a Public Webinar (PDF) August 21, 2018 to discuss the draft solicitation and receive public comments. CDFW will accept comments through 4:00 p.m., August 31, 2018 via email at WatershedGrants@wildlife.ca.gov.
June 19, 2018
Resilience, Recovery, and Response Proposal Solicitation Notice closed. CDFW received 46 proposals with a total requested funding of about $45 million.
June 5, 2018 - Second Application Workshop Recording Available
The recording of the May 30, 2018, Application Workshop (YouTube) is now available.
May 25, 2018 - FAQ, Application Template Posted
A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (PDF) has been posted for the FY 2018-19 Resilience, Recovery, and Response Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) The FAQ will be updated as questions are submitted to WatershedGrants@wildlife.ca.gov. For reference, a Microsoft Word version of the 2018 Application Template (ZIP) is available. The second application workshop is scheduled for May 30, 2018 (PDF).
May 14, 2018 - Application Workshop Recording and Presentation Available
The recording of the May 9 application workshop (YouTube) is now available. Also available is a copy of the presentation (PDF) from the workshop. A second workshop is scheduled for May 30, 2018 (PDF).
April 30, 2018 - FY 2018-19 Proposal Solicitation Notice Released
CDFW is now accepting applications for the Fiscal Year 2018-19 Resilience, Recovery, and Response Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF). Proposals are due June 13, 2018 through CDFW Webgrants.
Application Workshops (PDF) are scheduled for May 9, 2018 and May 30, 2018.
The following are additional applicant resources:
March 15, 2018 - A recording of the March 14 public meeting (YouTube) is available. Also available is the Presentation (PDF) from the meeting.
March 6, 2018 -
December 8, 2017 - FY 2017-2018 awarded projects (PDF).
December 6, 2017 - Fiscal Year 2017-18 Awards Announced.
July 20, 2017 - Fiscal Year 2017-18 Solicitation closed. 116 proposals received. CDFW anticipates announcing awards November-December 2017.
July 7, 2017 - FAQ Revised
Please see revised FAQ (PDF)
June 16, 2017 - FAQ Posted - June 12 Workshop Available
CDFW has posted a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (PDF) for the 2017 Proposal Solicitation Notice. The FAQ will be updated as new questions are submitted. Please check this document before submitting a question to WatershedGrants@wildlife.ca.gov.
The
June 12 application workshop recording (YouTube) is available as is the presentation (PDF).
June 16, 2017 - Application Workshop Recordings Available
CDFW hosted application workshops for its FY 2017-18 Proposition 1 Restoration Grant Programs on June 6 and 12, 2017. A recording of the June 6 workshop (YouTube) and the June 12 workshop (YouTube) are available. A copy of the presentation (PDF) is also available.
May 31, 2017 - Application Workshop Agenda
Details for the 2017 Application Workshops (PDF) are available, including access and agenda.
May 26, 2017 - Final FY 2017-18 Proposal Solicitation Notice Released
CDFW is now accepting applications for the Fiscal Year 2017-18 FY 2017 Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF). Proposals due July 14, 2017. Application Workshops are scheduled for June 6 and June 12. Below are links to templates used in the application - these links are also embedded in the SOAR online application.
May 17, 2017 - Application Workshops (online via AT&T Connect) Planned
CDFW will host two application workshops for its FY 2017-18 Proposition 1 Restoration Grant Programs. June 6, 2017, at 10:00 am., and June 12, 2017, at 1:00 pm. Details (PDF)
April 6, 2017 - Delta Workshop Materials Available
Thank you all who attended the April 6 Delta workshop. CDFW's Presentation (PDF) and the Delta Conservancy's Presentation (PDF) are available for review.
March 17, 2017 - Delta Focused Grant Workshop Planned
CDFW, along with the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy, will host a workshop April 6, 2017, at 2:00 PM, to discuss respective their Proposition 1 funded grant programs with a focus on the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. See& Flyer (PDF) for details.
March 2, 2017 - Southern California Workshop Materials Available
CDFW, along with the Coastal Conservancy, Wildlife Conservation Board, Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy, Baldwin Hills Conservancy, and the Natural Resources Agency conducted four workshops throughout Southern California last week to discuss their respective Proposition 1 funded grant programs. The materials presented at each workshop are available below.
December 20, 2016-FY 2016-17 Awards Announced
CDFW awards $40 Million to 44 projects.
December 2, 2016 - Awards for Fiscal Year 2016-17 will be announced mid-December, 2016
Originally anticipated for November 2016, the awards for the FY 2016-17 Solicitation are now scheduled for the week of December 12, 2016.
October 4, 2016 - Additional Awards Announced for FY 2015-16 Grant Cycle
CDFW announced the award of $9.4 Million to fund additional ecosystem and watershed restoration projects through its Fiscal Year 2015-16 Watershed Restoration Grant Program cycle. These awards were made following an augmentation of Proposition 1 funding for Fiscal Years 2015-16 and 2016-17.
June 16 2016 - FAQ Updated!
The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ (PDF) has been updated with new questions and answers. Please consult this document before submitting a question. As a reminder, proposals for the FY 2016-17 Solicitation are due June 24, 2016, at 4:00 p.m.
June 6, 2016 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Solicitation added
A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (PDF) document is now available for the FY 2016-17 Proposal Solicitation Notice. Applicants seeking clarification should first check the FAQ to see if their question has been addressed. The FAQ will be updated as new questions are received so please check back.
May 19, 2016 - Application Form and Instructions Available in Rich Text Format
Appendix A: Proposal Application Form and Instructions (RTF) is available for applicants to use in developing applications offline prior to submitting. Please note, the final proposal must be submitted online using the FAAST system; applications will not be accepted via the rich text format version.
May 18, 2016 - Application Workshop Recording and Presentation Available
The recording (YouTube) of the May 16, 2016 Application Workshop is available. The presentation (PDF) is also available. CDFW will host an additional workshop (PDF) Monday, June 6, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. PDT.
May 12, 2016 - Application Workshop Details Available
CDFW is hosting two online Application Workshops (PDF) to assist applicants in the process of accessing the online application and ensuring the submittal of complete proposals. The two workshops are identical in content and are not required.
Workshop dates:
Monday, May 16, 2016, at 10:00 a.m.
Monday, June 6, 2016, at 1:00 p.m.
April 12, 2016 - Public Meeting Recording and Presentation Available
The April 7 Public Meeting Recording (YouTube) is now available. Also available is the PowerPoint Presentation (PDF). As a reminder, comments on the FY 2016-17 Draft Solicitation (PDF) are due April 14, 2016 and can be emailed to WatershedGrants@wildlife.ca.gov.
April 1, 2016 - Reminder: Public Meeting on Draft Solicitation Scheduled for April 7, 2016.
CDFW will host a public meeting (PDF) to discuss its Draft Fiscal Year 2016-17 Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) for the Proposition 1 Restoration 1 Grant Programs. The public is invited to attend and provide comments and questions on the draft solicitation. Details as follows:
When: Thursday, April 7, 2016, from 10:00 a.m. to noon
Where: Natural Resources Building, First Floor Auditorium, 1416 9th Street, Sacramento, Ca, 95814
Remote: Access: Available via phone or computer using AT&T Connect. See meeting announcement (PDF) for details and instructions.
March 14, 2016 - Draft Fiscal Year (FY) 2016-17 Solicitation Released
CDFW Releases Draft FY 2016-17 Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) for Public Review. CDFW has also scheduled a Public Meeting to discuss the Draft Solicitation: Meeting Details and Agenda (PDF).
January 13, 2016 - Awards Announced
CDFW Announces Awards for Proposition 1 Restoration Grant Programs. See press release for details and list of awardees.
Updated September 23, 2015
The Fiscal Year (FY) 2015-2016 solicitation is closed; 190 proposals were submitted, seeking more than $200 million in funding. The FY 2016-2017 solicitation will be available in 2016.
Updated August 28, 2015
The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (PDF) has been updated with recent questions about the current Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF).
Updated August 19, 2015
A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (PDF) has been added to address questions submitted in response to the Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF).
Updated August 17, 2015
For those who were unable to attend the August 12, 2015 training seminar for the FAAST system, a recorded copy of the online training (YouTube) is now available.
Updated August 6, 2015
CDFW Now Accepting Proposals for Proposition 1 Restoration Grant Programs [Press Release]
Updated August 5, 2015 - Proposal Solicitation Notice Released
The final Proposition 1 Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) for Fiscal Year 2015-2016 has been released - CDFW is now accepting proposals for restoration projects under the Proposition 1 Restoration Grant Programs.
Updated July 30, 2015
CDFW has updated its
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (PDF)
to address questions submitted regarding the Draft Proposition 1 solicitation.
Updated July 2, 2015
CDFW has posted the Presentation from the Draft Solicitation Public Meeting (PDF).
June 10, 2015
CDFW's Draft Proposal Solicitation Notice (PDF) for the Fiscal Year 2015-2016 is now available for public review and comment. Comments may be submitted by email to WatershedGrants@wildlife.ca.gov. CDFW will host a public meeting June 26, 2015, to present the solicitation and gather public input and comments -- Meeting Details and Agenda (PDF).
CDFW has also finalized its Proposition 1 Grant Program Guidelines (PDF).
Public Meetings to Present Grant Programs and Draft Guidelines
April 10, 2015
CDFW has compiled all written Public Comments (PDF) received in response to its draft guidelines. Draft Guidelines Public Meeting Presentation (PDF) is also available.
March 24, 2015
CDFW will hold three public meetings, in conjunction with the Wildlife Conservation Board, to present their new grant programs established by Proposition 1 and gather public input and comments.
CDFW's Draft Guidelines for its Proposition 1 grant programs (PDF) is available for public review and comment. Public comments may emailed toWatershedGrants@wildlife.ca.gov. Comments will be accepted through April 9, 2015.
April 10, 2015
CDFW has compiled all written Public Comments (PDF) received in response to its draft guidelines. Draft Guidelines Public Meeting Presentation (PDF) is also available.
March 24, 2015
CDFW will hold three public meetings, in conjunction with the Wildlife Conservation Board, to present their new grant programs established by Proposition 1 and gather public input and comments.
CDFW's Draft Guidelines for its Proposition 1 grant programs (PDF) is available for public review and comment. Public comments may emailed to WatershedGrants@wildlife.ca.gov. Comments will be accepted through April 9, 2015.