Grant Program
The Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation funds research-driven programs in health, education, social welfare, and religion to improve the well-being of Los Angeles County residents.
Funder: Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation
Due Dates: July 1, 2026 (August themes) | July 15, 2026 (Capital LOI) | August 12, 2026 (Capital full application) | September 2, 2026 (October themes) | October 14, 2026 (December themes) | November 25, 2026 (January themes) | January 6, 2027 (February theme) | January 19, 2026 (Campership) | January 28, 2027 (March theme) | March 4, 2027 (April themes) | April 1, 2027 (May themes) | April 29, 2027 (June themes)
Funding Amounts: No fixed minimum or maximum; typical grants range from $5,000 to $50,000; capital requests are larger and by invitation only.
Summary: Supports nonprofits in Los Angeles County working in social welfare, health, education, or religion, with grants for programs, operations, or capital projects.
Key Information: Application deadlines are tied to monthly funding themes; capital grants require a two-step process with LOI.
Description
The Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation supports nonprofit organizations whose work aligns with its mission to improve the welfare, health, education, and spiritual life of Los Angeles County residents. Grants are available for a wide range of programs, operating needs, and capital projects, with a strong preference for organizations that have an established relationship with the Foundation. Applications are considered according to monthly thematic funding areas, and the Foundation’s Board of Directors reviews requests on a rolling, theme-based schedule.
