Grants
Monterey Peninsula Foundation grants support science, education, health, environment, arts, and youth programs to build healthier communities in Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito counties.
Funder: Monterey Peninsula Foundation
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 (Fall Cycle) | December 1, 2026 (Spring Cycle; required for public K–12 schools and districts)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $5,000 to $500,000+; K–12 schools max $50,000/year, school districts max $400,000/year; most grants are 8 months in duration.
Summary: Flexible, place-based grants supporting nonprofits and schools in Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito counties to advance healthy, vibrant communities.
Key Information: Pre-application meeting with program staff is required before submitting.
Description
The Monterey Peninsula Foundation offers responsive, place-based grants to strengthen the network of services and programs that support vibrant, healthy communities across Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito counties. Grants are available for operating, program, or capital support in five focus areas: arts & culture, community & environment, education, health & human services, and youth. The Foundation emphasizes long-term partnerships, flexibility, and collaboration, with a commitment to addressing pressing unmet needs and supporting a broad spectrum of community initiatives.
