Deschutes County is announcing an opportunity for communities to apply for grants that will provide funding for projects that reduce the risk of wildfire.
Donor Name: Deschutes County
State: Oregon
County: Deschutes County (OR)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 09/16/2022
Size of the Grant: $100,000
Details:
The County’s Fuel Reduction Grant Program is designed to assist communities with specific, short-term projects related to reducing fuels and improving defensible space in Deschutes County.
Preference will be given to communities or neighborhoods that are working to be recognized as a Firewise USA™ site or are currently recognized as a Firewise USA™ site and are proposing projects consistent with their Firewise action plan and community assessment.
Funding Information
A total of $100,000 is available to fund fuel reduction projects. Funding is supplied by the County’s portion of proceeds from video lottery gaming.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be working at the neighborhood or community scale (individual property owners are not eligible) to reduce wildfire risks.
- A wide range of activities may be eligible for funding, including, equipment rental, supplies needed for community work parties, contracting out roadside chipping, fuel reduction or defensible space, and debris disposal fees.
For more information, visit Deschutes County.