In addition to the SHFPD Direct Assistance Program, the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA) also offers the following assistance programs that Sleepy Hollow residents are eligible to take advantage of:

MWPA DEFENSIBLE SPACE GRANT PROGRAM

During FY 2023-24, grant funds are available for land parcels in the MWPA jurisdiction, to help offset the cost of creating defensible space, on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once all required documents are submitted for review, residents may receive up to $1,000 per parcel per fiscal year. There is no match requirement. This means that MWPA will fund 100% of your eligible expenses.

MWPA HOME HARDENING GRANT PROGRAM

During the FY 2023-24, grants funds are available for parcels within the MWPA jurisdiction on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once all required documents are submitted for review, applicants may receive up to $5,000 per fiscal year per land parcel. 

Some home hardening work is so important that MWPA will fund 100% of your expenses to complete it, as long as the need is identified during your Defensible Space and Home Hardening Evaluation. These items are:

-Installation or replacement of vents with < ⅛” screen. More information is available here

-Installation of gutter guards

-Installation or replacement of garage door seal

All other home hardening work identified during your Evaluation will require a 50% match. This means that MWPA will only reimburse you for 50% of your expenses on other home hardening items not listed above.

Additional Eligibility Information

Applicants or a member of their household must identify with at least one of the following:

-Physical development or intellectual disabilities

-Chronic conditions or injuries

-Limited English proficiency

-Older adults (60+)

-Children under the age of 18

-Dependent on public transit

-Pregnant Women

-Low-income household per HUD requirements

Eligible Marin County residents must receive a full Defensible Space and Home Hardening Evaluation. Only the completion of eligible work identified during the evaluation can be awarded. 

Grant income is taxable in California. Applicants who receive a total (combined) award(s) of over $600 per calendar year will be issued a 1099 tax form.