Opportunity To Thrive Initiative Grant Program

The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County accepting applications for grants to support individuals striving for self-sufficiency and who are in need of transitional assistance to overcome a short-term or one-time barrier. Donor Name: The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County State: California County: San Luis Obispo County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Through a testamentary gift, former Mayor of the City of San Luis Obispo, Ron Dunin, and his wife Helen established an endowment to help people who are attempting to help themselves. As immigrants, the Dunins were fortunate to receive help and support during critical times in their lives. Their goal by creating the fund was to give back to the community and assist San Luis Obispo county residents in need. Funding Criteria Organizations with regular/ongoing contact with target populations as part of usual program work, ideally in a “case management” relationship Demonstrated ability to administer and monitor a hardship assistance fund Ability of organization to maximize amount of grant to be used in direct assistance (low indirect administration rate), and complement, not supplant, existing services Organization is able to leverage existing infrastructure and capacity to administer the program Funding Information The maximum grant award will be $5,000. Grant Period  One year. Funding Priorities One-time assistance that will make a big difference in removing a barrier or hurdle to self-sufficiency, targeted to individuals who have demonstrated their attempt to help themselves One-time assistance provided for “a leg up,” rather than short-term impact or ongoing needs Assistance for as many individuals/families as possible while providing sufficient support to overcome the barrier Assistance which fills a gap in the support network and does not supplant other existing funding Eligibility Criteria  The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County supports charitable organizations whose programs primarily benefit San Luis Obispo County residents. An organization must have a current tax-exempt status from the Internal Revenue Service under Section 501(c)(3) and/or 509(a)1 or a current memorandum of understanding outlining fiscal sponsorship partnership to apply. All grant proposals will be reviewed and all applying agencies will be notified within the outlined timeline. Exclusions The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County does not make grants to/for: Individuals Organizations that discriminate on the basis of age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race or religion. Fraternal Organizations, unless in support of a specific program open to or benefiting the entire community. Governmental Organizations. Indirect Administrative costs greater than 15% of the awarded funds (indirect administrative funds are defined as office supplies and do not include staff time). Fundraising events such as annual campaigns, walk-a-thons, tournaments, fashion shows, auctions or dinners. Organizations with religious affiliations unless the program is open to the entire community without regard to religious beliefs. Organizations and programs designed to elect candidates to public office. Organizations located outside San Luis Obispo County unless for a specific program benefiting residents of-and conducted within-San Luis Obispo County. Pay off past debts or existing obligations. Endowment funds. Scholarships, fellowships, travel grants and technical or specialized research. For more information, visit Community Foundation SanGRant Luis Obispo County.