The Climate Smart Land Management Program (CSLMP), awarded through the California Department of Conservation, funds organizations using nature-based solutions to meet the goals of the State's Natural and Working Lands Climate Smart Strategy and to support Pathways to 30x30 (conserving 30% of California's lands and coastal waters by 2030). Its goal is a resilient, equitable, and carbon-neutral future by developing regional and state capacity to increase climate resilience on natural and working lands.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants are organizations using nature-based solutions, including Resource Conservation Districts, tribal organizations, and land trusts, for activities such as technical assistance to landowners, research, restoration projects, and capacity-building for land management initiatives.
Details
Organization
Financial Instrument
Grant
Total Program Funding
$10,000,000
Terms
The authorizing bill set aside $10 million for the Department of Conservation for projects that improve climate resilience on California lands; California provided $8.5 million in grants to six organizations in a recent round.
Application Instructions
Apply through the California Department of Conservation Climate Smart Land Management Program page during an open solicitation.
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Updated September 1, 2026
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