Apply for CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02)

CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02) is a Department of Forestry and Fire Protection grant providing up to $500,000. Applications are due 2026-07-30 (closing in 25 days).

How to apply for CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02)

1. Confirm your organization is eligible for CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02) from Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
2. Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
3. Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
4. Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Department of Forestry and Fire Protection before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02)?

CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02) is offered by Department of Forestry and Fire Protection and is generally open to nonprofit, municipality, school district, tribal government. It is available in CA. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02) provide?

CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02) provides up to $500K per award from Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02) deadline?

Applications for CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02) are due 2026-07-30 (closing in 25 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02)?

To apply for CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants (RP-RFP-2026-02), confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.