STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES THROUGH GOOD FIRE

Using prescribed fire, stewardship, and collaboration to build resilient landscapes, reduce wildfire risk, and protect the people who call them home.

KNOW US MORE

INVESTING IN PEOPLE, FORESTS, AND RESILIENCE

Supporting training, stewardship, and collaborative fire practices that strengthen communities, restore forest health, and build long-term wildfire resilience.

KNOW US MORE

SUPPORTING SAFE, SCIENCE-BASED PRESCRIBED FIRE

Advancing responsible prescribed fire through training, planning, and partnerships that protect communities, restore ecosystems, and reduce wildfire risk.

KNOW US MORE

GOOD FIRE TODAY, SAFER FORESTS TOMORROW

Applying prescribed fire now to restore forest health, reduce fuel loads, and create safer, more resilient communities for generations.

KNOW US MORE

ADVANCING WILDFIRE RESILIENCE , THROUGH STEWARDSHIP

Promoting responsible land management, prescribed fire, and community partnerships to reduce wildfire risk and strengthen long-term landscape resilience.

KNOW US MORE
Healthy Forest Alliance Foundation · Funding Partnerships

Partner With Us to Grow Good Fire

Help launch the California Beneficial Fire Community Fund—an annual grant program investing in locally led Prescribed Burn Associations throughout California.

Explore Sponsorship Levels
$50,000 Annual funding goal
90% Planned for direct PBA grants

Build Stronger Communities Through Beneficial Fire

Community Prescribed Burn Associations rely on neighbors, volunteers, and local leadership. The fund is being developed to support PBA startup and development, shared equipment, community engagement, and cooperation between associations.

All eligible PBAs will be able to seek support regardless of their affiliation with the Foundation. Awards will be selected using published, impartial criteria.

Become a Funding Partner

Founding Partner

$12,500

Provide cornerstone support to establish and sustain the community fund.

Discuss Partnership

Leadership Partner

$5,000

Invest in essential equipment, organizational resources, and PBA development.

Discuss Partnership

Community Partner

$2,500

Help expand local outreach, volunteer engagement, and PBA collaboration.

Discuss Partnership

Supporting Partner

$1,250

Join other supporters to help community PBAs grow and connect.

Discuss Partnership

Recognition opportunities may be offered with donor consent. Sponsorship does not confer influence over grant selections.

Who Can Help Fund the Program?

Private & Family Foundations

Support community resilience, grassroots leadership, and durable local stewardship.

Corporate & Industry Sponsors

Forestry, fire equipment, utilities, insurance, and other companies can invest in local capacity.

Major Donors & Donor-Advised Funds

Direct charitable giving toward lasting community-led prescribed fire infrastructure.

Community Businesses

Contribute at accessible levels to strengthen the PBAs serving local landowners.

Equipment & In-Kind Partners

Provide eligible tools, PPE, equipment, or services.

Collaborative Philanthropic Partners

Pool resources with other funders to sustain annual grants and expand statewide reach.

Where Your Contribution Goes

Annual Allocation Amount
PBA Startup & Development $9,000
Equipment & Resources $16,000
Community Engagement $9,000
PBA-to-PBA Partnerships $11,000
Program Administration $5,000
Annual Funding Goal $50,000

Proposed allocations: $45,000 for 10 PBA grants and $5,000 for administration. The fund is in development; awards and fundraising commitments are not yet confirmed.

Help Build a Stronger Community Prescribed Fire Network

Support the California Beneficial Fire Community Fund and help locally led Prescribed Burn Associations access the resources, partnerships, and community support they need to thrive.

Donate to the California Beneficial Fire Community Fund

Healthy Forest Alliance Foundation · 501(c)(3) nonprofit · EIN 33-3363950

Reach Out To Us

Offcanvas Search