Apply for a Grant

Our 2023 Grant Cycle is Now Open!

Applications are due January 20, 2023.

Please review our Grant Guidelines before starting an application.

We look forward to reviewing your application.

Organizations that have been in operation less than three years
Organizations without 501(c)(3) status, except for K-12 schools, universities and public agencies
Organizations that discriminate on the basis of race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion or age
Organizations classified as private foundations
Organizations located outside of Monterey County
Organizations that do not use an independent, third party reviewer for Financial Aid and Scholarship requests
Academic or scientific research
Individuals
Political organizations
Start-up programs
Grant-making organizations
Annual meetings, annual fund appeals, advertising, contests, fundraising events, ceremonies, conferences, travel, memorials or testimonials