Dixie Fire - Large Grant Program

The Dixie Fire Large Grant Program, managed by the North Valley Community Foundation, provides critical funding for nonprofits and agencies aiding those affected by wildfires. Organizations seeking over $10,000 must submit a detailed project budget and proof of liability insurance, while those requesting $50,000 or more must consult with a program officer beforehand. This program strategically allocates funds where other resources are unavailable, ensuring support reaches the most impacted communities.

Note: Any proposal that is requesting $50,000 or more must contact an NVCF program officer prior to submitting. Proposals of $50,000 or more that have not been vetted by an NVCF program officer will not be considered until a program officer has been in communication with the applicant.
Dixie Fire Grant Program
This fund exists to raise money to support nonprofits and agencies providing immediate assistance to evacuees, animals and others impacted by fires in our area.
Eligible organizations that are seeking more than $10,000 for a qualified program must apply to the Dixie Fire Large Grant Program. This process requires applicants to upload a complete project budget showing sources of income for the proposal as well as all projected expenses. Applicants must also provide a certificate of liability insurance.
For any proposal requesting $50,000 or more, the applicant must contact an NVCF program officer prior to submitting.
Use of Funds:
Our funds are deployed strategically where other sources of funding are not available. As much as possible, we leverage our grants by first tapping into federal and state aid programs and insurance. The project must not supplant public funding or fill gaps that the government and/or private insurance have committed to address.

Eligibility

Tax Status: Qualified applicant organizations include federal-and state-recognized tribes, unrecognized tribes with a fiscal agent, nonprofit organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, programs fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3), or units of local government (including public schools). Qualified entities include churches that serve congregations of at least 100 people and the proposed projects or programs that are not denomination specific and meet the specific criteria. Other organizations may also propose projects that meet the specific criteria but may be required to partner with a 501(c)(3) entity.Non-Discrimination: Organizations must offer programs and services without discrimination based on age, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, physical ability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or religious belief.Geography: Programs and projects must clearly benefit Plumas counties residents who have been directly and/or indirectly impacted by wildfires.

Ineligibility

Restrictions: The Dixie Fire Grant Program will not consider grant requests for fundraising events, annual funds, endowment funds, political lobbying, individuals, or activities that are restricted to members of a faith community. Capital improvements such as new structures, repair of damaged structures, or acquisition of structures will generally not be considered except for possible short-term, low- or no-interest loans.