“Changes to individual structures may not be sufficient to reduce overall risk when homes are densely spaced — community-wide mitigation provides the strongest protection.” — Fire risk to structures in California’s Wildland-Urban Interface

Wildfire doesn’t stop at property lines. That’s why Defensible Designs created the Pay it Forward Community Fund.

A portion of every project’s profits goes into this fund, which is held separately and used to support homeowners in our area who need defensible space or home-hardening work but can’t afford it — especially fixed-income seniors and others facing financial hardship.

By contributing, you’re not just protecting your own home. You’re helping protect your neighbors, your street, the firefighters and the wider community. Fire safety is stronger when everyone is able to take action.

Defensible Designs Pay It Forward Community Fund