Youth Development Grants
We welcome unsolicited applications for youth development general operating support, although please note that our funding is limited. Each year, we can award only 4 grants, ranging from $5,000 to $10,000. Grants are awarded to nonprofits for one year, with the understanding that each grant is a one-time support measure for the designated year. Youth Development grantees may reapply for a grant two years after initially receiving one.
Applying for a Youth Development General Operating Support Grant
Applications are open from June 1 to June 30 and will be reviewed at the August board meeting.
Please review the Grant Criteria before taking the Eligibility Quiz:
Tax-exempt status under the Internal Revenue Code.
Operating in Southern California.
Non-discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, age, or national origin.
Annual operating budget up to $2.5 million.
Organizations eligible for this grant provide youth development services and programs. These include, but are not limited to, after-school/enrichment programs, tutoring, mentoring, social-emotional learning, arts, STEAM/STEM activities, literacy initiatives, girl empowerment programs, youth diversion, and services for unhoused youth. Eligible participants are individuals aged 5 to 24 years old.
Application Process
The funding application process involves two stages:
Please begin by taking the Eligibility Quiz. Upon passing, you will be directed to submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI).
All LOIs will undergo review, and competitive LOIs will advance to the second stage.
During the second stage, organizations will receive an invitation to submit a full proposal through a private URL, after which a site visit or conversation may follow.
Grant Timeline: Applications are open from June 1 to June 30 and are reviewed at the August board meeting.
Each year, we can only award FOUR GOS grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000. Grants are awarded to nonprofits for one year, with the understanding that each grant is a one-time support measure for the designated year. Grantees may reapply for a grant two years after initially receiving one.
