Housing
Supports grassroots organizing and coalitions to advance affordable housing through production, preservation, and tenant protection in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties.
Funder: Silicon Valley Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants are around $30,000; exceptionally strong applications may receive up to $80,000.
Summary: Supports grassroots organizing, coalition-building, and advocacy to advance affordable housing solutions in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties.
Key Information: Applications are by invitation only; organizations must have a budget under $3 million and a strong local presence.
Description
The Silicon Valley Community Foundation’s housing initiative invests in grassroots community organizing and equity-focused coalitions to promote affordable housing solutions. The program emphasizes the "3Ps of housing": production, preservation, and tenant protection, aiming to build communities where everyone has access to safe and affordable housing. The foundation prioritizes strategies that foster coalition-building, policy advocacy, and leadership development for long-term, systemic impact in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties.
