San Joaquin River Conservancy Mission
The San Joaquin River Conservancy is an agency of the State of California created by the Legislature to create the San Joaquin River Parkway by: acquiring 5,900 acres from willing sellers for Parkway purposes; enhancing and restoring riparian, floodplain, and other habitats, and conserving natural and cultural resources on its lands; and developing and managing its lands for public recreational and educational uses compatible with resource protection. The Conservancy also assists other entities in conserving and improving their lands for the Parkway. The Conservancy works to facilitate the development of the Parkway, cultivate public support, and secure its future.
Parkway Announcements and Updates
Grant Opportunities
SJRC bond funds are appropriated and managed by the Wildlife Conservation Board through the San Joaquin River Conservancy Program (Program) grants. Land acquisition and improvement projects require approval by both the SJRC Board and WCB.
The WCB, represented by its Executive Director, holds a position on the 15-member SJRC Board. The Board reviews and approves projects to ensure they are viable and consistent with the goals of the current SJRC Parkway Master Plan Update (2018), prior to consideration by the WCB.
How to Apply
The SJRC Program accepts Proposal Applications on a continuous basis. Activities eligible for the Program include:
- Property acquisition for resources conservation and public access
- Habitat enhancement and restoration of public or private lands
- Public access improvements for recreational and educational purposes
Please submit a Pre-application(opens in new tab) to begin this process.
Executive Officer
Kari Kyler Daniska
San Joaquin River Conservancy