🚨 Our $950K CAL FIRE Grant Proposal
The Herald Fire Prevention Council is proud to share that our proposal for the FY 2025–26 CAL FIRE Wildfire Prevention Grant is still under active consideration. If awarded, this $950,000 grant would fund a transformative initiative to reduce wildfire risk across 160 acres in Herald — with a special focus on senior-owned properties and habitable structures most vulnerable to fire.
Our proposed project includes:
45 acres of prescribed grazing
Tree removal, trimming, and fuel load reduction around 62 homes
Hands-on workshops, field guides, and seasonal webinars to help residents maintain defensible space year-round
This isn’t just about clearing brush. It’s about empowering our neighbors, protecting our elders, and building a safer, more resilient Herald — together.
We’ll keep you updated as we move through the review process. In the meantime, we invite you to:
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Together, we’re proving that small towns can lead big change.
Update: While this specific grant wasn't awarded this cycle, being part of such a competitive pool proves our plan is solid. We are already using this proposal as a roadmap for future funding and local action.
