The Endow El Dorado Grant is a competitive grant program administered by the El Dorado Community Foundation (EDCF). It is specifically designed to support nonprofit organizations that directly serve the residents and communities of El Dorado County, California. The grant opportunity aims to strengthen organizational capacity or support specific projects and programs that deliver local impact.
Applications for the Endow El Dorado Grant are currently being accepted, with the application window closing on May 1 at 11:59 PM (Midnight). This opportunity is part of EDCF’s broader effort to engage community-based organizations in improving quality of life across the county. The Foundation enhances its grantmaking capacity by supplementing the Endow El Dorado fund with contributions from multiple Donor Advised Funds, increasing the potential impact of awards.
Eligible applicants must be nonprofit organizations in good standing that provide services within El Dorado County. Grants of up to $5,000 are available, and applicants may propose funding for either capacity-building efforts (such as infrastructure, staffing support, or strategic planning) or for discrete program or project ideas that align with their mission and respond to community needs.
While additional specifics about application scoring or reporting requirements were not outlined in the excerpt, applicants are generally expected to demonstrate local relevance and organizational readiness. Applications must be submitted online through the El Dorado Community Foundation's portal by the stated deadline.
The grant is part of a recurring cycle administered by the Foundation, with similar funding rounds expected in subsequent years. Organizations interested in staying informed about future opportunities are encouraged to subscribe to EDCF communications or regularly check their website.
