The Fred and Helen Matteson Family Grant
Supports San Benito County nonprofits researching or providing music therapy and non-traditional therapies for mental health, depression, rehabilitation, and dementia.
Funder: Community Foundation for San Benito County
Due Dates: June 22, 2026 (full application due)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 per nonprofit; typical awards range from $1,000 to $100,000; one grant per organization.
Summary: Supports San Benito County nonprofits advancing music therapy or non-traditional therapies for mental illness, depression, post-surgical rehabilitation, and dementia-focused research.
Description
This grant funds nonprofit organizations based in San Benito County, California, that provide or research music therapy or other non-traditional therapies aimed at addressing mental illness, depression, and post-surgical rehabilitation. Special emphasis is placed on projects involving music therapy for dementia. The program seeks to foster innovative approaches to mental health and rehabilitation, supporting both service delivery and research initiatives that benefit the local community.
