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Arts Council for Long Beach Microgrants
$1,000
Arts Council for Long Beach
Private

Application Deadline

May 15, 2024

Date Added

May 3, 2024

The Arts Council for Long Beach offers funding for professional development opportunities and Long Beach-based projects. Donor Name: Arts Council for Long Beach State: California City: Long Beach Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Project Microgrants are available for local projects that are free, open to the public, and beneficial to Long Beach residents. Professional Development Microgrants are available for Long Beach artists who are seeking assistance with funding for professional development opportunities, such as a workshop or a conference. Types of Microgrants  Project Microgrants Project Microgrants are available for projects that are free, open to the public, and beneficial to Long Beach residents. Successful applications will demonstrate that the project supports community representation and cultural respect while also encouraging cultural diversity and/or enhancing underserved communities, neighborhoods, or populations of Long Beach. Professional Development Microgrants Funded professional development opportunities must enhance the organization’s or artist’s ability to serve Long Beach residents. Successful applications will demonstrate that the opportunity benefits the applicant, the applicant’s organizations, and/or the Long Beach community, particularly underserved communities, neighborhoods or populations. Funding Information Applicants may request a maximum of $1,000.00. What Arts Council for Long Beach Funds Publicly accessible arts and cultural presentations in any art form by organizations and/or artists within the City of Long Beach A single event or series of events or project in any artistic discipline or cultural tradition Arts and cultural festivals Arts education programs Traditional folk arts presentations, hands-on demonstrations or events or traditional arts preservation programs Public art that will benefit the residents of Long Beach Work that promotes the Long Beach arts and cultural sector For Professional Development applications the Arts Council may fund up to half of the conference fees. For conferences taking place outside of Long Beach the Arts Council may fund up to $500. Equipment and tools for art making purposes (e.g., technology, costumes or tools of the trade) may be funded. Eligibility Requirements Project venue must be located in the City of Long Beach Project must be mostly planned out and will take place with our without the Arts Council’s Funding Event must be open to the public Projects must not have happened before the date of submission Project must benefit the Long Beach arts and cultural sector. For more information, visit ACLB.

Arts
Individuals
Career Pathways for Young People
$20,000
Alaska Airlines
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2025

Date Added

Jun 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in California, Oregon, and Washington that create career pathways and development programs for young people aged 11 to 24, with a focus on fostering career readiness and personal growth.

Education
Nonprofits
Youth Employment Initiative
Contact for amount
Amity Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 9, 2025

Date Added

May 1, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed for community organizations in Sacramento County to provide essential employment services to justice-involved youth with disabilities, helping them gain skills and secure meaningful jobs.

Employment Labor and Training
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants
$2,500,000
NBCUniversal
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 11, 2025

Date Added

Mar 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in select U.S. markets that focus on youth education, storytelling, and community engagement initiatives.

Youth
Nonprofits
Benevolence Grant 2024-2025
$30,000
The Thursday Club Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2024

Date Added

Jun 10, 2024

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.

Arts
Nonprofits
2025-2026 Benevolence Grant
Contact for amount
The Thursday Club Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2025

Date Added

Jun 11, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in San Diego County that benefit local residents, with strict guidelines on eligible expenses and a focus on community involvement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Central Coast Community-Based Water Quality Grants Program
$200,000
Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 28, 2024

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

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.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Impact Grant
$20,000
Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 3, 2024

Date Added

May 9, 2024

The Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation invites proposals for its 2024 Community Impact Grant Cycle. Donor Name: Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation State: Nevada and California Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/03/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information Grant amount requested (Up to $20,000). Eligibility Requirements  Be recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt organization that has held its tax-exempt status for two years or more; 501 (c)(3) public charity or school in good standing Be incorporated in Nevada or California; in good standing with respective state Directly provide more than 50% of services in the Tahoe Basin. Grants are not award for the following uses: Direct religious activity, political lobbying activities or other political purposes Sponsoring special events (i.e. fundraising, dinners, etc) Nonprofits for their grantmaking (pass through funding) Activities that have already occurred/reimbursing prior expenses. For more information, visit PTCF.

Community Development
Nonprofits
California Cultural Heritage Disaster Preparedness Project
$15,000
California State Library
Private

Application Deadline

May 31, 2024

Date Added

Feb 26, 2024

Groundwork Grants, developed in partnership with Myriad Consulting & Training, builds upon this first step by allocating essential financial support to address the identified needs, prioritizing institutions that document the experiences of individuals, groups, and communities whose contributions to California’s history and culture have long been underrepresented in mainstream memory institutions. Donor Name: California State Library State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Groundwork Grants will also ultimately produce long-term economic benefits by reducing response and recovery costs. Most importantly, this collaborative effort will help to safeguard California’s cultural heritage, in its most inclusive form, for generations to come. For the first round of this funding opportunity, over $1 million is available for competitive funding. Awards will take the form of cash grants and/or pre-paid goods and services to address recommended needs and concerns related to emergency readiness. Matching funds are not required. Options for support include: Assistance in the development of disaster plans Disaster recovery & spill kits Preservation supplies Environmental monitoring and alert equipment Staff training opportunities Consultation with local facilities specialists (e.g. engineers, plumbers, electricians, security technicians, or others) Supplies, equipment, or hardware for minor, immediate building maintenance, repairs, storage, or security needs. Funding Priorities  Any organization that meets the eligibility requirements outlined further in this document is welcome to apply. Applications are encouraged especially from organizations that meet the following priority considerations: Highest priority will be given to organizations that represent/document historically underserved, under-represented communities, including but not limited to: African American, Asian American, Hispanic/Latinx, or Native American groups; persons with disabilities; persons experiencing poverty or homelessness; veterans; farmworkers; persons identifying as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Queer; senior residents; immigrants and refugees; and rural communities. Priority will also be given to organizations that have received recent preservation assessments, incorporating disaster readiness, through a Ready or Not preservation consultation or from other qualified preservation consultant(s). Funding Information Maximum awards will be $15,000. Eligible Applicants  To be eligible to apply, your organization must be established in California as one of the following: Nonprofit organizations classified as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) Accredited institutions of higher education (public or nonprofit) Local governments in California and their agencies Native American Tribal governments recognized by the state of California. For more information, visit CSL.

Income Security and Social Services
County governments
2024 Creative Economy Fund
$8,000
Center for Cultural Innovation (CCI)
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 17, 2024

Date Added

Jun 5, 2024

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.

Arts
City or township governments
2024-2025 Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation Grant
$10,000
Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 22, 2024

Date Added

May 3, 2024

Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation invites nonprofit organizations to submit grant applications for projects that will enhance the quality of life for those who live, work and play in Rancho Bernardo. Donor Name: Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation State: California Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/22/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The purpose and vision of the Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation (RBCF) is to improve the quality of life and meet emerging needs by increasing responsible and effective philanthropy, building a community endowment for the benefit of Rancho Bernardo, providing funds annually to community organizations and causes, and giving the Rancho Bernardo community a vehicle for legacy planning and gifts that will benefit Rancho Bernardo now and forever. Focus Areas RBCF is in its 36th year of grantmaking to enhance the quality of life for those who live, work and play in Rancho Bernardo. Music: RBCF will award between $1,500 and $5,000 to programs involving music to be awarded from the RB Symphony on the Green Fund. Community Enhancement: RBCF will award between $1,500 to $10,000 to programs that inspire community pride, revitalization and increase the quality of life of the broader community. Grant Period These projects should be practical, achievable within a 12-month time frame and have prospects for long-term sustainability. Uses of funds  Funding may be used to expand existing programs, replicate programs tested in other communities or to launch totally new efforts. Eligibility Criteria  Projects must clearly address Rancho Bernardo-specific issues and needs, including activities that promote creativity and enhance civic engagement and must also clearly address the impact on Rancho Bernardo residents. RBCF will fund programs managed by nonprofit organizations, schools, or government agencies that embrace one or more of the following: Demonstrates and/or fosters collaboration with other successful entities in the community to achieve a common goal or objective; Is a current project that has strategic impact, i.e., provides long-lasting, ongoing benefit to the community or the distinct population it is intended to serve; Is based on a proven track record of success as demonstrated through process, leaders and/or experienced partners; Targets clearly defined, measurable results that are attainable within a reasonable time frame; Demonstrates sustainability, i.e., is replicable, repeatable and/or scalable; Focuses on problem areas, opportunities or populations that otherwise are not funded and serviced by existing nonprofits, educational organization mandates or state or federal programs. For more information, visit SDF.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Chula Vista Community Foundation Grant 2025-2026
$30,000
Chula Vista Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 23, 2024

Date Added

Sep 27, 2024

The Chula Vista Community Foundation in California is offering grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 for programs aimed at improving the well-being of animals, emphasizing adoption and spay-neuter initiatives, and preventing pet surrender due to financial hardships, with eligibility limited to 501(c)3 public charities, schools, or government agencies.

Animal Welfare
Nonprofits
Access for All Grant Program
Contact for amount
The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2024

Date Added

Jun 27, 2024

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.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Community Benefits Grants 2024
$30,000
Clean Power Alliance
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 13, 2024

Date Added

Aug 8, 2024

The Clean Power Alliance provides Community Benefits Grants to organizations working to advance clean energy, green jobs, environmental education and stewardship, and energy equity and diversity in the communities that CPA serves. Donor Name: Clean Power Alliance State: California County: Los Angeles County (CA), Ventura County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/13/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Priority Focus Areas The CBG is available to projects and organizations focused on advancing clean energy, sustainability, and resiliency through the following pathways: Research Environmental and Social Justice Communities Workforce Development Education The CPUC identified environmental and social justice communities as those where residents are: Predominantly communities of color or low-income Underrepresented in the policy setting or decision-making process Subject to a disproportionate impact from one or more environmental hazards and Likely to experience disparate implementation of environmental regulations and socioeconomic investments in their communities On the ground, targeted communities typically include but are not limited to: Disadvantaged Communities, located in the most environmentally burdened California census tracts, as determined by the 25 percent highest scores (75th percentile) when using the CalEnviroScreen tool All Tribal lands Low-income households (household incomes below 80 percent of the area median income) and Low-income census tracts (census tracts where aggregated household incomes are less than 80 percent of area or state median income). Funding Information Awards will range from $15,000 to $30,000. Grant Period  One-Year grant. Geographic Areas The CPA service territory: Agoura Hills Hermosa Beach  Sierra Madre  Alhambra  Malibu  Simi Valley  Arcadia  Manhattan Beach  South Pasadena  Beverly Hills  Moorpark  Temple City  Calabasas  Monrovia  Thousand Oaks  Camarillo  Ojai  Unincorporated Los Angeles County  Claremont  Oxnard  Unincorporated Ventura County  Carson  Paramount  Ventura  Culver City  Redondo Beach  West Hollywood  Downey  Rolling Hills Estates  Westlake Village  Hawaiian Gardens  Santa Paula  Whittier  Hawthorne  Santa Monica Eligibility Criteria Eligible applicants must be an IRS-designated 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving the areas where CPA provides electricity.  Previous Community Benefits Grant recipients are eligible to apply for the 2024-2025 grant cycle. However, previous grant recipients are ineligible to receive funds more than two years in a row.  For more information, visit CPA.

Energy
Nonprofits
The Omron Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Omron Foundation, Inc. (OFI)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2023

This grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations focused on social betterment, including disaster relief, basic needs, education in STEM fields, health initiatives, and programs for individuals with disabilities.

Education
Nonprofits
Downtown Bishop Beautification Program
Contact for amount
Bishop Chamber of Commerce
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 27, 2024

This program provides financial support to property owners and businesses in downtown Bishop to improve building aesthetics, restore historic features, and stimulate economic growth through private investments.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Restaurants Care Resilience Fund
$5,000
Restaurants Care
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2024

Date Added

Jun 20, 2024

Applicants are invited to apply for the Resilience Fund. Donor Name: Restaurants Care State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Restaurants Care Resilience Fund is a program of the nonprofit California Restaurant Foundation. In 2024, they will be awarding grants of $5,000 to 278 independent restaurants. This fund is powered by generous gifts from PG&E, SoCalGas, and SDG&E.  Funding Information It anticipates awarding $5,000 grants to 278 small businesses Uses for Grant (select one category): Kitchen equipment: Eligible equipment must be energy efficient and qualify for rebates (Hey! That’s extra money to help pay for your equipment!). Items include steamer, rack oven, conveyor broiler, combination oven, conveyor oven, fryer, underfired broiler, convection oven, griddle, and dishwasher. You can use your $5,000 check to purchase from whichever vendor you would like. To learn more about rebates available. Technology upgrades: tell us how you’ll put this grant to work! Eligible uses include POS system, website, accounting software, HR software, inventory management, and loyalty programs.  Employee training: Been meaning to elevate your employee training and systems? Use this grant to design a training program/handbook, purchase ServSafe trainings, or join the Council of Hotel and Restaurant Trainers. Retention bonuses: Reward your best and brightest employees. You will need to state how many employees will receive grants and which positions they have (front of house, back of house, managers). The number of employees and positions do NOT impact your likelihood of getting a grant, we simply want to know how the funds will be used.  Unforeseen hardship: Within the last 12 months, has your restaurant experienced robbery/theft, vandalism, fire/flood, or natural disaster? This grant can help. Eligibility Requirements Must be an independently owned, for-profit restaurant or commercial caterer (franchises, home businesses, food trucks, and meal prep companies are not eligible) Owned by a CA resident 1-5 units Must earn no more than $3 million in annual gross revenue (combined for all units) Commercial customer of either PG&E, SoCalGas, or SDG&E Must be currently open and active for business. For more information, visit Restaurants Care.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
A Blood Bank of the Redwoods Legacy Fund
$6,500
Community Foundation of Mendocino County
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 16, 2024

Date Added

Aug 13, 2024

Applicants are invited to apply for the A Blood Bank of the Redwoods Legacy Fund. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Mendocino County State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/16/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Foundation’s goal of the Fund is to create a lasting legacy in the community for the Blood Bank of the Redwoods which has served North Bay communities since 1949. The Fund is administered in partnership with Community Foundation Sonoma County. Uses of Funds Funding may be used for: Salaries or wages that directly relate to the proposed project. Marketing/promotional expenses that directly relate to the proposed project. Stipends or incentives that directly relate to the proposed project. Eligibility Criteria The Community Foundation invites programs from organizations, including educational institutions, that work to increase a stable blood supply through outreach, education, and youth engagement. For more information, visit CFMC.

Education
Nonprofits
California Press Foundation’s Equipment Grants 2024
$10,000
California Press Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 10, 2024

Date Added

May 9, 2024

The California Press Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2024 Campus Equipment Grants program. Donor Name: California Press Foundation State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The grants go toward the purchase of new hardware or software, or for upgrades to improve the quality of the campus media program’s content and delivery. Applicants must describe their current equipment, its limitations, why they need new or upgraded equipment and how that equipment would improve their publications. Funding Information The maximum amount for a grant is $1,500. Eligibility Criteria Any fledgling or established California high school or college news program may apply. Essay applications must be overseen by the individual advising the news program. For more information, visit California Press Foundation.

Private institutions of higher education
Arts Impact Endowment
$100,000
San Francisco Arts Commission (SFAC)
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2024

Date Added

Sep 17, 2024

This funding opportunity supports small and mid-sized organizations and individual artists in San Francisco who are connected to historically marginalized communities, helping them sustain their work and remain in the city.

Arts
Nonprofits