[Community Foundation for Monterey County](https://cfmco.org)

August 1, 2025 | August 7, 2026

Typical awards: $3,000–$5,000; total annual pool ~$50,000; 12-month grant period.

Supports nonprofit-led programs and services addressing critical needs in Northern Monterey County communities, especially in health, human services, and youth development.

--- ## Description The Northern Monterey County Foundation (NMCF), an affiliate of the Community Foundation for Monterey County, provides annual grants to nonprofit organizations and public programs serving the communities of Aromas, Bolsa Knolls, Boronda, Castroville, Elkhorn, Las Lomas, Moss Landing, Oak Hills, Pajaro, Prunedale, Royal Oaks, and Santa Rita. The fund prioritizes initiatives that address the most pressing community needs, with a focus on health and human services, basic living conditions, emotional well-being, and programs for children and youth (including academic support, youth development, and enrichment). Grants are awarded based on the potential impact and alignment with the foundation's priorities. --- ## Due Dates - August 1, 2025: Grant requests/full application deadline (by 5:00 PM) - August 7, 2026: Full application/proposals due (by 11:59 PM) All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from $3,000 to $5,000. - The total annual grantmaking pool is approximately $50,000. - Grant period: funds must be used and project evaluated within 12 months of award. --- ## Eligibility - 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations. - Public programs (e.g., school activities not part of regular curricula, parks, public health). - Church-sponsored activities open to the entire community (e.g., food pantries). - Unincorporated groups/collaboratives may apply with a 501(c)3 fiscal sponsor. - Organizations may only submit one application per cycle, but those serving as fiscal sponsors may also apply for their own projects. - Projects must serve one or more of the specified Northern Monterey County communities. --- ## Application Process 1. Review the [grant guidelines](https://cfmco.org/app/uploads/2025/06/NMCF-2025-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) for detailed requirements. 2. Prepare application materials (project budget, financials, etc.). 3. Submit the application via the [Online Grants Manager](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfmco) by the deadline. 4. If using a fiscal sponsor, ensure all agreements are in place. 5. Grant decisions are typically announced in October. 6. Grant recipients must submit a written evaluation within 12 months of award. --- ## Additional Information - Grant funds may support: pre-development/construction, matching grants, new program development, personnel, and equipment/materials directly benefiting participants. - Grant funds may not support: projects with discriminatory or political purposes, religious doctrine promotion, supplanting mandated public services, endowment creation, debt repayment, individual sports teams, fundraising events, conference attendance, research, scholarships, or direct financial aid to individuals. - Use of AI in preparing proposals is permitted, but proposals should reflect the organization’s voice and local context. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Guidelines](https://cfmco.org/grant-opportunities/regional-grants/northern-monterey-county-foundation/) - [2025 Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://cfmco.org/app/uploads/2025/06/NMCF-2025-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) - [Online Grants Manager (Application Portal)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfmco) - [Community Foundation for Monterey County Grant Opportunities](https://cfmco.org/grant-opportunities/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |-------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------|--------------------| | Daniela Cervantes, Community Impact and Equity Officer | [danielac@cfmco.org](mailto:danielac@cfmco.org) | 831.375.9712 or 831.754.5880 x133 | For general inquiries: - [CFMC Contact Page](https://cfmco.org/contact-us/) - Main office: 2354 Garden Road, Monterey, CA 93940

Northern Monterey County Foundation

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