The Out Reach Fund supports nonprofit projects in Monterey County that enhance quality of life and visibility for LGBTQ+ people through awareness, education, health, and community-building initiatives.
Funder: Community Foundation for Monterey County
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $1,000–$5,000 per grant; typically awarded annually
Summary: Supports nonprofit projects that improve quality of life for LGBTQ+ people in Monterey County through awareness, capacity building, and community support.
The Out Reach Fund, managed by the Community Foundation for Monterey County, is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families, friends, and loved ones in Monterey County, California. The fund supports nonprofit organizations that increase public awareness of LGBTQ+ communities and issues, generate new support, and strengthen the organizational capacity of agencies serving the local LGBTQ+ population. Funding priorities include arts and culture, awareness and education, civil rights initiatives, health and mental health services, organizational capacity building, and targeted programs for LGBTQ+ youth and seniors.