Neighborhood Grants Program
The Neighborhood Grants Program funds grassroots groups in Monterey County to improve neighborhood life and foster community engagement through collaborative, resident-led projects.
Funder: Community Foundation for Monterey County
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round until funds are exhausted)
Funding Amounts: $3,000–$5,000 per grant | Typical total pool ~$35,000/year | Awards must be spent within 12 months
Summary: Supports grassroots, volunteer-led groups in Monterey County for projects that improve neighborhood quality of life and foster community engagement.
Key Information: Decisions made within 3 months of submission; only one application per group per year.
Description
The Neighborhood Grants Program, managed by the Community Foundation for Monterey County, provides small grants to grassroots and volunteer-led groups working to enhance the quality of life in their local neighborhoods. The program aims to nurture collective action, leadership development, and positive neighborhood change by supporting projects that address unmet community needs, encourage resident involvement, and create lasting impact. Grants are intended primarily for informal groups (not 501(c)3 nonprofits) based in Monterey County.
