The funding opportunity titled "NM FY25 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management New Mexico Fuels Management and Community Fire Assistance" under Funding Opportunity Number L25AS00195 focuses on supporting fuels management and community fire assistance activities in New Mexico. This initiative aims to reduce the risk and impact of catastrophic wildfires through coordination, hazardous fuel reduction, and educational programs targeted at landowners. It also addresses climate change effects by promoting resilient landscapes and fire-adapted communities.

Eligible applicants include state, county, and local governments, Native American tribal governments and organizations, public and private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status. Individuals and for-profit organizations are not eligible. Applications must align with Department of Interior priorities and Biden-Harris Administration directives, such as Executive Orders on climate crisis, racial equity, economic relief, and domestic manufacturing.

The program has an estimated total funding of $500,000, with two anticipated awards ranging between $50,000 and $250,000. No cost-sharing requirement exists. Projects funded under this program will focus on developing and implementing fire education, conducting community wildfire protection plans, enhancing local employment opportunities, and establishing long-term monitoring plans.

Applicants must submit required forms, including SF-424, SF-424A, and SF-LLL, along with a detailed project abstract, narrative, and budget justification. The application must outline project goals, methods, environmental compliance, stakeholder involvement, and performance evaluation plans.

Applications are to be submitted electronically through Grants.gov by March 10, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET. Pre-award risk assessments will be conducted, and awards will be issued based on merit review and alignment with program goals. Reporting requirements include financial and program performance reports, compliance with environmental and policy regulations, and conflict of interest disclosures.