FACNM Microgrants

How it works

Fire Adapted New Mexico (FACNM) invites FACNM Leaders and Members to apply for microgrant awards of up to $2,000. The program is meant to support community fire preparedness events, on-the-ground wildfire risk mitigation work, and proposal development that helps sustain a Fire Adapted Community effort over time.

What the money covers

The page says ideal projects may include:

• Wildfire preparedness events
• Home hazard assessment days
• Defensible space or home hardening community workdays
• Evacuation planning and education
• Post-fire erosion mitigation preparation and information
• SimTable hosting
• Equipment rentals
• Slash disposal
• Proposal development/writing
• Improving or expanding an existing offering

Amounts and matching

Awards are up to $2,000 per grant. The page does not mention any matching requirement.

How to apply

The page includes an application link and says you must be a FACNM Member or Leader to be eligible. If you are not already part of the network, the page tells you to join first.

Timing and deadlines

The page says the Fall 2026 application period is now closed. Successful Fall applicants will be notified of their award by August 10, 2026. Proposals are considered on a semi-annual basis. Grantees will have twelve months from the time of award to use the funds.

Other requirements

Awardees must make a sponsorship recognition announcement during the event and submit a short report at the end of the funding cycle. The report should document the work with words, photos, and a record of participation, and may be used to advertise future funding opportunities.