Proposition 4 – Nature Based
About This Grant
Climate projects are covered under Chapter 6 of Proposition 4 and must satisfy Section 93000, while also addressing at least one priority from Section 93020. Eligible projects protect biodiversity or nature, restore landscape health, or achieve California’s climate goals. To qualify, each project must also reduce climate change risks to communities, fish and wildlife, or natural resources, or increase public access to nature. Proposition 4 – Nature Based
Grant Summary
Proposition 4 – Nature Based is a Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy grant providing up to $25M for nonprofit, municipality, school district. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
Up to $25M
Rolling / Open
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Proposition 4 – Nature Based from Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy before the deadline.
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Proposition 4 – Nature Based: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Proposition 4 – Nature Based?
Proposition 4 – Nature Based is offered by Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy 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 Proposition 4 – Nature Based provide?
Proposition 4 – Nature Based provides up to $25M per award from Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy. 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 Proposition 4 – Nature Based deadline?
Proposition 4 – Nature Based accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.
How do you apply for the Proposition 4 – Nature Based?
To apply for Proposition 4 – Nature Based, 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 Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy.