California Infrastructure Grants

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.

The 2024 General Grants Program supports nonprofits serving San Luis Obispo County with general operating support (unrestricted grants). 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: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Focus Areas Nonprofits may submit one or more applications to the following interest areas: Arts supporting organizations which promote creation, engagement, and appreciation of diverse forms of art and/or understanding of local history. Environment organizations which focus on education and sustainability that includes efforts focused on climate mitigation, sustainable agriculture and forestry, water and land conservation. Health & Human Services improving the quality of life by providing for basic needs and social service programs, focusing on direct services. Seniors and People with Disabilities funding is designated for organizations providing direct services for individuals with disabilities and/or seniors. Funding Information Organizations may apply for a one- or two-year grant. The maximum grant amount is $12,000 for a one-year grant and $24,000 for a two-year grant. Last year, the average grant amount was $15,000. Grant Period  The General Grants Program will prioritize 1 or 2 Years. 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) 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 based on 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 San Luis Obispo County.

The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County is seeking applications for its 2024 BUILD (building unity, infrastructure, leadership, and development) Grant Program. 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: The primary goal of the BUILD (building unity, infrastructure, leadership, and development) Grant Program is to provide funding for agencies with an annual operating budget of $500,000 and below. The Foundation aims to strengthen nonprofit organizations with smaller operating budgets by supporting their efforts in building capacity and improving infrastructure. BUILD Grants are available for general operating purposes as well as planned projects in the following areas: Capacity building Staff or board training and development Communications or donor development efforts Capital equipment improvement (hardware, software, furniture, etc.) Funding Information Amount Available to Award: Grants of $5,000 Grant Period  BUILD Grant will prioritize one-year grants. 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 based on 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 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 San Luis Obispo County.

The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County is accepting applications for its Growing Together: An LGBTQ Fund. 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: The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County established the Growing Together Fund in 2001, an initiative to address the needs of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and intersex (LGBTQI) community by providing grants, raising community awareness throughout San Luis Obispo County, and through promoting philanthropy. An LGBTQ+ Fund will prioritize one-year grants to 501c3 organizations in San Luis Obispo County who have or are implementing programs that: Demonstrate strategies to reach out to, involve, and center queer and trans people of color (QTPOC). In San Luis Obispo County, Queer and Trans People of Color (abbreviated QTPOC) face higher levels of discrimination than white queer or trans people. This is often the result of facing multiple levels of minority stress, such as those imposed by multiple systems of oppression: racism, sexism, classism, heterosexism, and cissexism. This leads to greater issues of access, equity, and inclusion and more concerning statistics related to physical and mental health, such as depression, anxiety, and substance use. The Growing Together Fund recognizes the significance of these intersecting variables within our San Luis Obispo community and aims to support creative initiatives and strategies that reach out to, involve, and move QTPOC from the margins to the center. Focus on advancing medical and mental health care for transgender and nonbinary people. Transgender and nonbinary people face numerous health disparities as well as stigma, discrimination, and lack of access to culturally competent care in comparison to cisgender people. These disparities are large, persistent, and increasing — many of them caused by barriers set up at all levels of our society. The Growing Together Fund recognizes the need to advance our San Luis Obispo community in supporting and advancing medical and mental health care for transgender and nonbinary people and aims to support efforts that: Identify health disparities within their organizations Change and implement new policies, programs, systems, environments, and practices to reduce inequities Evaluate and monitor efforts using short and long-term measures for structural change, including reassessment strategies with attention to process and outcomes, and continued action planning. Create queer spaces in currently unserved areas of the county. LGBTQ+ people need LGBTQ+ affirming community spaces, which promote increased feelings of safety and community connectedness, but more of these spaces are needed within San Luis Obispo County. Research suggests that community connectedness is a resilience factor associated with perceived social support and beliefs that we live in a just society. Community connectedness also serves as a buffer against the deleterious effects of minority stressors on mental health within LGBTQ+ populations. The Growing Together Fund recognizes the need to advance and develop queer spaces in underserved areas of our county and aim to support efforts that: Expand resources for local organizations to create physical spaces to improve community connectedness for LGBTQ+ people Provide assistance in the development of new and sustainable support, social, or wellness groups that provide queer space where resources are lacking, or a need has been indicated. Funding Information Amount Available to Award: 3-4 Grants of $5,000 Grant Period  One year. 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) 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 based on 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 San Luis Obispo County.

The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County supports charitable organizations whose programs primarily benefit San Luis Obispo County residents. 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: During the 2024 grant making cycle, Access for All Fund will prioritize one-year grants to 501c3 organizations in San Luis Obispo County with programs supporting the disability community that: Focus Areas Access for All Fund supports projects serving San Luis Obispo County’s disability community which: Focus on advancing access to Health & Wellness Examples: access to health care services and equipment; access to activities that promote good health/wellness such as physical and mental health, exercise, fitness facilities, yoga, outdoor/indoor recreation. Expand capacity for Housing & Home Access Examples: more options for accessible, affordable housing; modifications/equipment for living independently and safely (e.g., smart homes tech). Create and support Community Participation / Inclusion Examples: accessible events (e.g., interpreters, video captioning, accessible websites); accessible physical and virtual spaces; inclusive programming; accessible transportation and wayfinding. Promote Accessible Workspaces and grow Employment Opportunities Examples: educational outreach to support inclusive work environments; needs assessments; employee training; improved access to services Funding Information Amount Available to Award: Grants of $5,000. Grant Period  Access for All Fund will prioritize one-year grants. 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) 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 based on 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 San Luis Obispo County.

Applicants are invited to apply for the HALO Award. Donor Name: The Carl & Roberta Deutsch Foundation State: California County: Los Angeles County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/11/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The purpose of the HALO Award a capacity building program to strengthen and sustain nonprofit organizations by supporting volunteer programs and  recognize and honor volunteers doing exemplary work in their communities.  The Carl & Roberta Deutsch Foundation is inspired by angels in the community, both the volunteers who go above  and beyond to promote the betterment of their communities and the nonprofit organizations whose work motivates  and supports volunteers. It is the Foundation’s desire that the HALO Award will inspire nonprofits and philanthropy  to invest in volunteer management Funding Information A $20,000 grant for the nonprofit to strengthen, implement, and sustain its volunteer program.  A $5,000 award for the volunteer, distributed by the nominating nonprofit organization. Eligibility Criteria For HALO Award consideration, your organization must be: A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or sponsored by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Working with volunteers  In and serving Los Angeles County One volunteer nomination will be accepted per nonprofit organization. Volunteer nominees must be: Active and unpaid  Not currently serving as a board member For more information, visit  The Carl & Roberta Deutsch Foundation.

The City of West Hollywood invites artists, curators, and non-profit arts organizations based in the U.S. to submit proposals for temporary public art projects to the Art on the Outside (AOTO) program. Donor Name: City of West Hollywood State: California City: West Hollywood Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The City of West Hollywood’s Art on the Outside (AOTO) program funds the temporary display of rotating exhibitions of art at publicly accessible locations that include but are not limited to parks, traffic medians, and communal areas of City-owned facilities. Artworks exhibited through this program include sculpture, murals, digital screen-based artwork and projections, and performance art. Most exhibitions remain on display for a duration of 6 months to 3 years, depending on the concept, construction, and location of the approved artwork. While proposals for new artworks are eligible for review, the AOTO program is best suited to realizing exhibitions of prefabricated artworks that can be installed at the approved site without extensive modification. This is due in large part to funding limitations of the program and prohibitive costs associated with fabricating unrealized artwork suitable for outdoor display. Eligibility Criteria This is an open call to individual artists, curators, and non-profit arts organizations based in the United States for exhibitions of emerging, mid-career, and established artists.  Evaluation Criteria Established criteria includes: Artist Qualifications and Experience Aesthetics Diversity Proposed Budget Public Safety, Materials, Maintenance, and Structural Integrity Location Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Work Plan For more information, visit City of West Hollywood.

The Northern Monterey County Foundation (NMCF), an affiliate of the Community Foundation for Monterey County, is seeking applications to support nonprofit organizations that have the leadership and capacity to provide important community resources and services in Northern Monterey County communities. Donor Name: Northern Monterey County Foundation State: California County: Monterey County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: All Time Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Priorities Funding will be considered for the following types of requests: Program Support: for the expansion or refinement of existing programs, as well as new programs that show the promise of impact and sustainability Operating Support: unrestricted grants to organizations Capital Support: for cost associated with buildings and/or facilities Organizational Development: to strengthen or enhance the internal capacity and infrastructure of organizations that have a proven track record of community benefit in Northern Monterey County Geographic Areas Grants will only be considered for projects and programs serving the Northern Monterey County communities of Aromas, Bolsa Knolls, Boronda, Castroville, Elkhorn, Las Lomas, Moss Landing, Oak Hills, Pajaro, Prunedale, Royal Oaks or Santa Rita. Eligibility Criteria 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations Public programs, such as school activities and programs not included in normal curricula, parks, public health, etc. Church-sponsored activities with benefits to the entire community (e.g. a food pantry) Organizations and collaboratives that are not legally incorporated—for these, CFMC requires an agreement with a “Fiscal Sponsor” defined as a tax exempt 501(c)3 organization accountable for financial management of the grant. Organization may only submit one application. However, if an organization is serving as a fiscal sponsor for a collaborative or unincorporated group, they can also apply for a grant to benefit their organization. For more information, visit CFMC.

The Marian and Pink Happ Fund supports underprivileged children in the state of California. Donor Name: Marian and Pink Happ Fund State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Program Areas  Health Human services Funding Information Average grant size: $10,000. Average total giving per year: $50,000. Eligibility Criteria  Applicants must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form or alternative accessible application designed for assistive technology users. For more information, visit Wells Fargo.

The Fleishhacker Foundation is seeking applications for its Small Arts Grants Program. Donor Name: Fleishhacker Foundation State: California County: Alameda County (CA), Contra Costa County (CA), San Francisco County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Fleishhacker Foundation’s Small Arts Grants Program supports: arts and culture nonprofit organizations with annual budgets between $100,000 and $749,999 in San Francisco, Alameda, and Contra Costa counties; fiscally sponsored arts and culture organizations with annual budgets under $750,000 in these counties; and  film projects directed by filmmakers residing in these counties with budgets under $750,000, that meet the eligibility criteria below.  General support grants are flexible and may be used for operations, staffing, facilities, health and safety compliance, artists’ compensation, rehearsals, performances, presentations, exhibitions, and other administrative, program, or production costs at the grantee’s discretion. Funding Information Grants in this program now range from $5,000 to $10,000 and will usually be closer to $5,000.  Eligibility Criteria An arts and culture organization incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (including fiscal sponsors applying on behalf of a sponsored arts group or filmmaker). Located and primarily offering programming in San Francisco, Alameda, or Contra Costa counties. Able to demonstrate an artistic presence in the Bay Area for at least three years. Planning to produce and present new work by Bay Area artists in the disciplines of dance, music, theater, visual arts, interdisciplinary arts, or film between May 15, 2024 and April 15, 2025. Of an annual budget size between $100,000 and $749,999 during the time period above (or applying with a fiscal sponsor with an annual operating budget greater than $100,000 during this time; there is no upper limit for fiscal sponsors’ annual budgets). An organization that financially compensates artists for their work. An organization that evidences strong support from the community and its Board of Directors. Not eligible are: Organizations that applied to the Fleishhacker Foundation for funding consideration during its fall 2023 review cycle, whether or not they received support, except for fiscal sponsors applying on behalf of multiple groups. Organizations that are primarily performance venues, exhibition spaces, presenters, or film festivals that do not produce their own work. Organizations and groups with more than 50% of their annual expense budgets directed toward educational programs, youth training in the arts, youth ensembles and performances, exhibitions of youth artwork, and/or productions designed for youth. Organizations and groups whose primary purpose is to present historical works by artists that are no longer living. Organizations and groups whose fundamental purpose or benefit is primarily social services, health, youth, or community development fields. Individual artists. For more information, visit Fleishhacker Foundation.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is soliciting proposals to improve existing efforts to reduce mortality of whales from entanglement in fishing gear in Southern California. Donor Name: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) State: California County: Los Angeles County (CA), Orange County (CA), Santa Barbara County (CA), Ventura County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  07/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The activities will provide compensatory restoration for injury to cetaceans caused by the Refugio Beach Oil Spill (RBOS). Specifically, the aim of the activities is to augment an existing permitted and authorized program off the southern California coast by increasing the capacity of the entanglement response network in areas that need additional support to respond to reports of entangled cetaceans, to document and disentangle these animals, and to broadly support efforts to reduce the number of entanglements that could lead to serious injuries or mortalities. Priorities Project proposals should address as many of these program priorities as possible: Directly Enhance Entanglement Response Enhance entanglement responses that benefit cetaceans in Southern California. Types of direct response activities could include, but are not limited to: Participate in, and/or lead, entanglement responses in Southern California Participate in, and/or lead, entanglement responses beyond Southern California that benefit cetaceans in Southern California Coordinate with federal, state and local resource agencies This project will work closely with federal, state and local resource agencies to enhance coordination of the overall West Coast Marine Mammal Entanglement Response Program (Program), with a primary focus of benefitting cetaceans in Southern California.  Train and develop volunteer response capacity Efforts to train and develop volunteer response capacity throughout the West Coast have been limited. In addition, the relatively low number of high-level trained responders on the West Coast make it difficult to generate effective responses that may include detailed documentation of entanglement events, as well as disentanglement efforts.  Build capacity and infrastructure Proposals should outline how these activities will contribute to the development of the overall capacity and infrastructure of the Program. Funding Information An estimated $250,000 will be available through this solicitation for a Phase 1 project award, which is anticipated to last 1–2 years.  Geographic Focus The priority geographic focus is Southern California, and – in particular for responding to entangled cetaceans – the coastlines off Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles and Orange Counties Applicants do not need to be primarily based in the Southern California area if they can provide assurance that they can effectively perform entanglement response and capacity building activities in Southern California. Project proposals may include additional activities outside of the priority geographic focus if they relate to the health and protection of individual cetaceans that may occur in southern California at some point during their life. Eligibility Criteria Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, for-profit organizations, Tribal governments and organizations, educational institutions, international organizations. Ineligible applicants include U.S. federal government agencies, and unincorporated individuals. For more information, visit NFWF.

The Thursday Club Foundation is pleased to announce its 2024-2025 Benevolence Grant. Donor Name: The Thursday Club Foundation State: California County: San Diego County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information TC Tier 1 Grant ($500 to $15,000). TC Tier 2 Grant ($15,001 to $30,000). Guidelines  All applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered: The organization must be based in San Diego with a Federal 501(c)(3) status and a State 23701D tax identification charitable status for a minimum of two years prior to the date of application. Documentation is required to be submitted with this application. Two copies of the completed application, along with current W9’s, must be received by The Thursday Club on or before July 15th of the current year to meet the deadline. One copy should be emailed, and one copy should be mailed to The Thursday Club, marked Attn: 3rd VP of Philanthropy. Applications are accepted between June 1st & July 15th. Applicants funded during the 2024-2025 grant year may not apply again for two years. Applicants that were not selected are encouraged to reapply the following year. The Thursday Club Foundation Grant Funds are not applicable towards the following: General operating expenses (such as rent or mortgage payments, dues or subscriptions, warranties or service contracts, utility costs, etc.) or reserve funds Salaries, wages, and fringe benefits Capital campaigns, including building or constructions costs; acquisition of real estate Endowment or investment accounts Funds cannot be used for either political or religious purposes. The Thursday Club Foundation Grant does not fund existing obligations, deficits, debts, leases, or reimbursements. Funded grants must be used within San Diego County to benefit the people of San Diego County. All expenditures of funds must be reported and applied only towards specific stated grant application purpose. Using Thursday Club Foundation Grant funds for anything other than the specific stated purpose on the grant application would cause a forfeiture of funding rights and can result in a demand for repayment, as well as potential exclusion from future grant application eligibility. Note: Grant checks will not be made payable to any individual under any circumstances; all checks will be made payable only to the granted non-profit entity/organization. All applications approved for funding will be encouraged to volunteer with The Thursday Club and its entities by supporting its fundraising efforts. All beneficiaries of the Thursday Club Foundation Grant Year 2023-2024 must provide both a balance sheet and income statement, with supporting documentation, confirming the expenditure of all funds by the end of the calendar year, December 31, 2024. Extensions for the expenditure of funds and/or reports will be considered on a case by case basis by the Thursday Club Foundation Board. For more information, visit The Thursday Club Foundation.

The City of Santa Rosa is now accepting applications for the Community Improvement Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Santa Rosa State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/28/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Community Improvement Grant Program supports community building, improves neighborhoods, strengthens relationships among residents and provides grants that foster stronger and more connected community. All approved projects must be inclusive, accessible, free of charge to participants, and focus on community support. Funding Information The maximum grant amount is $2,500. Types of Projects Public and Community Improvements: physical construction/improvement projects. Examples include but are not limited to: murals/public art, benches, park improvements/repairs, community clean-ups, tree planting, graffiti removal, community, school or service club project, signage, creek restoration and neighborhood gardens. Community Practices: activities that create or enhance the sense of community among individuals within a regional area or within a group that shares a common interest. Examples include: neighborhood leadership development training, community leadership training, formation of a neighborhood association, etc. Eligibility Criteria Nonprofits, neighborhood groups and/or associations, homeowner associations, service clubs, community groups and /or organizations, and schools may apply to fund a project in Santa Rosa. However, applicants do not have to have an established organization to apply for the funds. Any large or small group of neighbors or community members who want to improve where they live can apply for these grants. The funds may be used to improve a street, block, neighborhood, or community. For more information, visit City of Santa Rosa.

The Rose Foundation is pleased to present this grant opportunity for water quality related projects in the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board’s jurisdiction. Donor Name: Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment State: California County: Kern County (CA), Monterey County (CA), San Benito County (CA), San Luis Obispo County (CA), San Mateo County (CA), Santa Barbara County (CA), Santa Clara County (CA), Santa Cruz County (CA), Ventura County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/28/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Central Coast Community-Based Water Quality Grants Program supports projects that water quality related projects in the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board’s jurisdiction, with an emphasis on projects that advance environmental justice and/or provide water quality benefits to underrepresented communities. The Rose Foundation is partnering with the Bay Foundation of Morro Bay in presenting this grant opportunity, and there will be a publicly available ranking and selection criteria utilized in the selection process.  Preferred topic areas include:  The human right to water  Environmental justice and local environmental justice capacity  Water quality impacts of climate change  Drought related water supply resiliency projects  Climate adaptation and mitigation projects  Sustainable drinking water or wastewater treatment solutions  Sustainable groundwater management strategies  Providing benefits to Underrepresented Communities Additional topic areas include, but are not limited to the following:  Projects that provide water quality benefits to marine habitats and associated beneficial uses in San Luis Obispo County. Implementation of activities that will reduce pollutant loading and make measurable progress toward meeting water quality objectives established in the Central Coast Basin Plan.  Water quality improvement or restoration projects that preserve and restore watershed functions and support healthy ecosystems, especially in impaired waterbodies identified on the 303(d) List and associated Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs). On-farm Best Management Practice (BMP) implementation projects that demonstrate reductions in salt and nitrate loading, especially projects that assist limited resource farmers.  Projects that prevent or address Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) Funding Information Large Grant Track is for funding requests of up to $200,000, and most grants will be in the $100,000-200,000 range. Small Grant Track is for funding requests of up to $50K, and most grant awards will be in the $20-$50K range. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be one of the following: 501(c)(3) Nonprofit organizations Federally recognized Indian tribes or State Indian tribes listed on the Native American Heritage Commission’s Tribal Consultation List Public agencies (e.g., counties, cities, districts), including agencies having jurisdiction over water resources management, drinking water, or treatment and disposal/reuse of municipal wastewater or other wastes Projects must be conducted within the jurisdiction of the Central Coast Water Board, identified as Region 3. (Region 3 includes Southern Santa Clara (Morgan Hill and south), Santa Cruz, San Benito, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara Counties, and small portions of Ventura, Kern, and San Mateo Counties).  For more information, visit Rose Foundation for Communities.

The Living Cultures Grant seeks to sustain and strengthen traditional arts in the state of California grants to individual artists/culture bearers and grants to California-based nonprofits and Tribal Nations, as well as other organizations and community groups. Donor Name: Alliance for California Traditional Arts State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Through this grant program, Alliance for California Traditional Arts supports nurturing cultural continuity, sustaining cultural practices, and engaging own communities and others through public programs. Projects involving any genre of traditional arts—including but not limited to dance, music, foodways, material arts, and oral traditions—are welcome. Project Period Funds should be used between Nov 1, 2024- Oct 31, 2025. Grants can be funded Pathways to Nurture, Sustain, And Engage Participation In The Traditional Arts. They invite proposals that will: nurture cultural continuity through the learning and practice of traditional arts; and/or sustain cultural practices with needed purchases and services; and/or engage your communities and others through public programs Eligibility Criteria The grants are open to individuals, organizations, community groups, and Tribal Nations who practice traditional arts.  Traditional arts are those art forms that are transmitted and engaged as part of the cultural life of a group of people whose members share a common heritage, language, religion, occupation, or region. These expressions are deeply rooted in and reflective of a community’s shared standards of beauty, values, or life experiences. Traditional arts are often passed on from one generation to the next, or from one community member to another, and express a collective wisdom, rather than only a unique personal aesthetic. Individual Artists can apply for grants of $7,500 to support their practice. Applicants must be: Based in California Be artists /culture bearers rooted in a tradition who have been practicing at least 5 years.  18 years old or older Able to receive California taxable income (Individual artists do not apply with a fiscal sponsor.) Organizations/Community Groups/Tribal Nations can apply for funds of $10,000 to support activities. Eligible organizations must have: An average annual revenue/income in the last 3 years under $500,000  Non-profit 501c3 status based in California Community groups without non-profit status may apply with a California-based 501c3 fiscal sponsor  Tribal Nations cultural programs/departments based in California with federal status (Note: budget requirement applies to department, and not nation as a whole).  Tribal Nations cultural programs/departments based in California without federal status may apply with a California-based 501c3 fiscal sponsor (Note: budget requirement applies to department, and not nation as a whole).  For more information, visit Alliance for California Traditional Arts.

The California Fire Foundation supports projects that actively address wildfire preparedness and/or prevention needs, which protect and enhance the public’s safety or the safety of California’s firefighters and other first responders. Donor Name: California Fire Foundation (CFF) State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: California-based fire departments, firefighter associations, federally-recognized tribes, and local nonprofit organizations encouraged to apply! Focus Areas Vegetation Mitigation & Fuels Reduction Efforts. Education, Planning and/or Community Outreach Campaigns. Personal Protective Equipment or Specialized Firefighting Equipment Purchases. In this cycle, funding priority will be given to applicants whose climate-caused wildfire or other disaster prevention or preparedness projects serve under-resourced communities at heightened risk and/or socially vulnerable populations, including low-income/impoverished, minority status, limited English proficiency, disability, and seniors/older adults, to name a few, with particular emphasis given to those serving areas of heightened fire risk. Funding Information Requested amount should not exceed $25,000. Requests outside of this range will be considered on an as-needed basis. Grant Period Projects are typically expected to be completed within 12 months of receiving funds, if awarded. Eligibility Criteria  Applicant must be a California-based fire department, firefighter association or a nonprofit organization. Other groups may apply when doing so in collaboration with one of the three above-referenced entities, including fiscal agents; Fire departments serving and firefighter associations representing the same community, or whose personnel/members serve the same geographic region, are eligible to individually apply for funding; Project must benefit communities in California, with priority given to disinvested communities and historically marginalized populations located in high-threat areas; Requested amount should not exceed $25,000 (requests outside of this range will be considered on an as-needed basis); CFF does not require matching funds; and Funding decisions are generally communicated several weeks after the application window closes. For more information, visit CFF.

The Districts and Zones offer a discount on Sewer Service Charges for low-income owner-occupied homes and for 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations that provide housing to low-income renters. Donor Name: Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma Water) State: California County: Sonoma County (CA) Type of Grant: Program Deadline: 07/10/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Grant Period The Districts and Zones begin taking applications for the next fiscal year (July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025). Eligibility Criteria  The Sanitation Rate Relief Program provides financial assistance to eligible homeowners who are billed sewer service charges on their property tax bill. To be eligible, homeowners must meet the following requirements: Live in the home as their primary residence Own their home Be a current participant in the PG&E CARE Program OR have a total income of all persons living in the home of 75% or less of the area median family income, which will be determined by the current Sonoma County Community Development Commission income limits. If you are a landlord or mobile home park owner, you will be required to provide evidence that you will pass through the rate relief savings to the residents paying rent. Criteria for Non-Profit Organizations Non-Profit 501(c)(3) Organizations that wish to apply for the Sanitation Rate Relief Program must: Rent 85% or more of each property applying to tenants that have household earnings of 75% or less of area median family income, which will be determined by the Sonoma County Community Development Commission income limits shown on the application form. To apply for the Sanitation Rate Relief Program, Non-Profit 501(c)(3) Organizations must submit: 501(c)(3) certificates and program materials, Evidence showing that they rent 85% or more of the subject property to tenants that have household earnings of 75% or less of the area median family income, You will be required to provide evidence that you will pass through the rate relief savings to the residents paying rent. For more information, visit Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma Water).

The Beacon House Request for Proposals outlines approach and rationale to providing community based funding support to expand substance use disorder services in Monterey County. Donor Name: Gateway Foundation State: California County: Monterey County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The sole purpose of this RFP is to solicit proposals from nonprofit organizations to provide substance use disorder services in the Monterey Peninsula. This funding will infuse financial resources for the operating, supporting and/or renovation of SUD services in Monterey County, directly addressing the need to improve access to treatment and recovery supports. This vital re-investment into the Monterey County community will provide flexible grant funds to help and support local organizations.  They seek to provide multiple grants to local, established substance use service providers. The flexible funds should be utilized to expand access to substance use disorder services and/or recovery support in Monterey County. Specifically, the dollars are for one-time costs that support improving access or capacity to provide services. Funding Information Up to $200,000. Up to  10, not to exceed $200,000. Project Period September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2025. Funds can be used for  Staff development  Training  Equipment  Repairs & maintenance  Expansion of services/access  Start-up operational costs may be allowed, provided they are reasonable and justified, and not to exceed 50% of total funding request.   Eligibility Criteria 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Licensed by the state of california to provide services (when applicable). Currently providing behavioral health services in monterey county. Organization can provide audited financials and income/expense budgets for last two fiscal years. Programs utilize evidence-based services. At least 50% of clients from last two fiscal years are residents of monterey county. Organization has been providing behavioral health services. For more information, visit Gateway Foundation.

The Creative Economy Fund (fka Creative Industries Incentive Fund) awards project grants to arts, cultural, and creative-based commercial businesses that are located in the City of San José and involved in the production or distribution of the arts, including manufacturers, service providers, presenters, and designers, among others. Donor Name: Center for Cultural Innovation (CCI) State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Funding supports projects and activities aimed at building successful arts, cultural, and creative-based small businesses in San José.  The Creative Economy Fund is an initiative of the City of San José Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs (OEDCA). The Center for Cultural Innovation (CCI), a nonprofit intermediary focused on the economic security of individuals in the arts, is partnering with OEDCA to administer the Creative Economy Fund.  The goals of the Creative Economy Fund are to: Enhance San José’s creative economy. Bolster the growth and financial resilience of small arts, cultural, and creative-based businesses in San José. Provide financial support to artists and creative entrepreneurs (across all disciplines in both the non-commercial and commercial arenas). Funding Information For the 2024 grantmaking round, a total of $40,000 is available. Grants of up to $8,000 will be awarded through a competitive grant application process. Competitive applicants will contribute to the city’s cultural vibrancy, demonstrate readiness for project implementation, grow and achieve greater financial resilience, and demonstrate economic impact (e.g., attracting visitors, generating sales tax, creating jobs) in the City of San José. Competitive applicants will also reflect the City’s diverse cultural communities and creative-based commercial landscape. Period of Support     September 2024 – September 2025. Eligibility Criteria  To be eligible for Creative Economy Fund consideration, businesses must meet the following criteria:  Be a commercial enterprise, including small businesses (defined by the City of San José as businesses with 35 employees or less) and sole proprietorships (Note: businesses do not have to be brick and mortar; they can be online storefronts or nomadic enterprises); Be based in San José; Primarily provides a cultural, creative, or arts-related service or product;  Be in good standing with the City of San José, evidenced through possession of an active San José business tax certificate (aka business license, business permit)* and fulfillment of OEDCA or any other City department’s funding requirements, if applicable; and Cannot have a conflict of interest (family or financial relationships) with the boards, staff, and directors of CCI or OEDCA. The following are ineligible for funding consideration: Nonprofits; Individuals, organizations, or projects that will use a fiscal sponsor to receive grant funds if funding is approved; Businesses that are not arts, cultural, or creative-based;  Projects that are already funded through another Office of Cultural Affairs grant program;  Projects that have already taken place (funding can only be applied to expenses accrued during the grant period); and Incomplete Creative Economy Fund applications. For more information, visit CCI.

This grant provides funding for public agencies, tribes, and non-profit organizations in California to acquire land essential for conservation efforts under Natural Community Conservation Plans and Habitat Conservation Plans.