The Big Sur Fund supports nonprofit projects advancing health, safety, education, arts, and community stewardship in the Big Sur region through capacity-building and direct service grants.
Funder: Community Foundation for Monterey County
Due Dates: August 7, 2026 (Full application/proposals due by 11:59 PM)
Funding Amounts: $1,000–$5,000 per grant; total pool $30,000 in 2026; one-year project period
Summary: Supports nonprofit projects that address health, safety, education, culture, stewardship, and community services in the Big Sur region.
The Big Sur Fund in Memory of Weston Call, administered by the Community Foundation for Monterey County, provides annual grants to nonprofit organizations and public programs serving the Big Sur area (Mal Paso Creek south to the county line). The fund prioritizes projects that strengthen leadership, capacity, and direct services in health, fire and safety, education, arts and culture, community stewardship, sustainable tourism, and collaborative partnerships. Grants may be used for program expansion, new initiatives, general operating support for organizations with a proven track record, and capital projects related to buildings or facilities in Big Sur.