MOFD HOME HARDENING GRANT PROGRAM

FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025

The MOFD Board of Directors has approved the continuation of the Home Hardening Grant Program as part of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget process.  The Grant program is open to all residents within MOFD's jurisdiction until June 30, 2025.   Grants are available for both Ember-Resistant Vents and HomeSafe Gutter Guards to protect your home from damage due to flying embers in the event of a fire.

How to Apply:  
All grant requests must be submitted online.   Follow the instructions below to take advantage of this opportunity to harden your home.

Ember-Resistant Vents - FREE

In-Kind Requests

MOFD has purchased a quantity of BushFire 1/16" mesh in in various sizes, which is available upon request.  Requests for mesh should be submitted online via the online MOFD Home Hardening Mesh Request form.  You will be contacted by email once your request has been approved and is ready for pick-up.

Available Sizes:

60" x 50'
49" x 50' 
7.5" x 50'
2" circles
3" circles

Reimbursement Requests for Ember-Resistant Vents

• Reimbursement requests should be made online via the online MOFD Home Hardening Reimbursement form.   
• Reimbursements are limited to $1,000 maximum.
• Reimbursement is limited to the purchase of ember resistant vents and sales tax only.
• Installation, labor, or any other materials such as installation hardware or caulk are not eligible for reimbursement. 
• Eligible projects are limited to the retrofit of existing residential vents, not otherwise required by code, using materials and construction methods approved for ember-resistant construction in accordance with the standard identified in Section 7A of the California Building Code and/or R337 of the California Residential Code. 
• A comprehensive list of these vents is available via the  Office of State Fire Marshal’s Building Materials Listing Category 8165 Vents for Wildland Urban Interface entry for the make and model shown on the proof of purchase. 

Grant Reporting Requirements:

• Grants of $600 or more require an IRS Form 1099 and must be reported as income.    The District will process and file IRS Form 1099 to report income for all reimbursements of $600 or greater on an annual basis.  A completed IRS Form W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number must be submitted.
• Grants of $599 or less do not require reporting, but do require verification of residency and proof of purchase.  Requests for reimbursement not to exceed $599 will be processed on a monthly basis via check.

Eligibility:

• New construction and major remodels requiring ember resistant construction by code are not eligible to participate in this program. 

Gutter Guards - FREE

Gutterglove- HomeSafe Gutter Guards Information: 

Registration is open for the FREE stainless steel gutter coverings. The guards will be shipped directly to your home at no cost.  Delivery is expected within approximately 30 days.   Gutter Glove Online Ordering Form

Please utilize the online tool to determine the quantity of material you will need, installation instructions, material specifications, and how to contact a contractor to complete your installation by visiting the homesafegutterguard.com.  

These stainless-steel guards are designed to minimize the accumulation of leaves and debris that will become combustible material in the dry months.  Having Gutter coverings can protect your home from damage due to flying embers in the fire season.  They will also help prevent your gutters from clogging with leaves and reduce the need for maintenance during the rainy season.