Landowner Funding + Assistance Programs

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A list of federal, state, and local funding resources for land management projects, research, and education.

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
Financial assistance, planning, and technical expertise for land improvements

California Rural Business Development Grants
Grant funding for technical assistance and training for small rural businesses 

Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education Grants
Grant program supporting research, education, demonstration, and sustainable food systems projects

Resource Conservation Districts
Conservation planning and technical assistance, education, and project implementation for soil health, water quality, climate change, and habitat enhancement projects within Sonoma County.

Elkhorn Slough Coastal Training Program
Science-based education, tools, and techniques for natural resources within coastal watersheds  

CAL FIRE’s Landowners Assistance Programs
Technical and financial assistance for forest management needs

Sonoma County Rainwater Harvesting Rebate Program
Rebates for small and large rainwater harvesting systems