American Youth Services Grant Program
This grant provides funding to nonprofits in Mendocino County to create enriching outdoor experiences for disadvantaged youth and adults, promoting personal growth, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.
Applications are now being accepted for the American Youth Services Fund. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Mendocino County State: California County: Mendocino County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: All Time Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The primary purpose is to make grants to Mendocino County nonprofits that encourage personal enrichment exploration among disadvantaged youth and adults within group experiences in the natural environment. Criteria May include but is not limited to activities and trips led by schools, camps, naturalists, nonprofit organizations, tribal communities, churches, and other spiritual practitioners. Projects will: Expose youth to the beautiful and unique environment and ecosystems of Mendocino County to deepen their connection to the larger Earth/Creation. Encourage personal faith/spiritual exploration. Inspire stewardship of the lands and oceans. Foster a sense of well-being, a sense of shared welfare, and communal participation. For more information, visit CFMC.
Award Range
$1,000 - $7,500
Total Program Funding
Not specified
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Additional Details
Grants range from $1,000 to $7,500. Awards support nonprofit projects that promote youth enrichment, environmental stewardship, cultural exposure, and spiritual exploration. Funding may be used for program-related expenses such as travel, materials, and facilitation costs.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations, tribal communities, and other qualifying entities located in Mendocino County, CA. Activities must align with the programโs mission of youth enrichment, environmental engagement, and cultural/spiritual exploration.
Geographic Eligibility
Mendocino County (CA)
Application Opens
August 6, 2025
Application Closes
October 1, 2025
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