Redding Rancheria Community Fund

The Redding Rancheria Community Fund is a philanthropic initiative established by the Redding Rancheria, a federally recognized Tribe comprised of Pit River, Yana, and Wintu peoples. Rooted in a commitment to support communities within Shasta and Trinity counties, the Fund is fueled primarily through revenues generated by the Win-River Resort & Casino, a tribally owned enterprise. In alignment with the Tribe’s broader mission to uplift Native American and rural populations, this Fund underscores the Tribe’s investment in regional development and social well-being. This grant program is administered by the Community Foundation of the North State and is designed to provide general support to eligible organizations. Funding can be used for a variety of purposes, including capital improvements, renovations, equipment purchases, and program or service implementation. However, there are clear usage restrictions: personnel costs such as salaries, wages, or contractor fees are not eligible for funding. Additionally, reimbursement for expenses incurred prior to the execution of a grant contract is prohibited. Start-up costs for organizations not yet operational are also ineligible. Grant awards range from $1,000 to $10,000, with an average recent award size of approximately $2,500. Partial funding may be offered at the discretion of the review committee. Applicants are encouraged to design their proposals with the understanding that they may receive a portion of their requested amount. All applications must be submitted through the Community Foundation's online system. The submission deadline for the current grant cycle is April 1, 2026, at midnight. To be eligible for funding, applicants must serve residents of Shasta and/or Trinity counties and fall into one of three categories: 501(c)(3) public charities, public entities such as counties or school districts, or projects fiscally sponsored by a qualifying nonprofit or public entity. Organizations with overdue grant reports from any prior Community Foundation funding cycles are not eligible. The application requires a summary of the organization, a proposal narrative with a cost breakdown, and uploads of a board list and a photo representative of the organization’s work. Financial documentation requirements vary based on the applicant’s status. Nonprofits must submit both an income and expense statement and a balance sheet for the most recent 12-month period. Public entities must submit a 1–2 page department budget, while fiscally sponsored projects must provide financial documentation for both the sponsoring organization and the project itself. The grant performance period is anticipated to run from June 2026 to June 2027, and awarded funds must be used during this time. This funding opportunity is recurring, with a typical cycle aligned to seasonal deadlines. Following the April 1, 2026 due date, the next expected round of applications will likely open in Spring 2027. Interested applicants are advised to begin preparations early and check back in February 2027 for updates. For further information, applicants may contact the Community Foundation of the North State at 530-244-1219 or via email at [email protected].

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