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

October 2026 (application deadline, projected)

$1,000–$5,000 per grant; typically awarded annually

Supports nonprofit projects that improve quality of life for LGBTQ+ people in Monterey County through awareness, capacity building, and community support.

--- ## Description 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. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated application deadline) _All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates._ --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant size: $1,000–$5,000 per project - Awards are generally made annually --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be nonprofit organizations serving the LGBTQ+ community in Monterey County, California. - Projects should focus on: - Arts and culture initiatives that raise LGBTQ+ awareness - Education, awareness, and civil rights programs - Health and mental health services for LGBTQ+ youth, adults, and seniors - Organizational capacity building for LGBTQ+-serving agencies - Programs supporting LGBTQ+ youth and seniors --- ## Application Process - Review the fund’s focus areas and eligibility on the [Out Reach Fund program page](https://cfmco.org/grant-opportunities/special-purpose-grants/out-reach-fund/). - Prepare responses to the [application questions](https://cfmco.org/app/uploads/2024/10/ourreach-app-questions.pdf). - Submit your application through the [Online Grants Manager](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfmco) by the anticipated deadline. - Award notifications are typically made in December. --- ## Additional Information - Recent grants have supported local Pride events and LGBTQ+ visibility projects. - The fund welcomes proposals that foster community building, safety, and support for youth and seniors. - Only organizations with activities benefitting Monterey County’s LGBTQ+ community are eligible. --- ## External Links - [Out Reach Fund Program Page](https://cfmco.org/grant-opportunities/special-purpose-grants/out-reach-fund/) - [Application Questions PDF](https://cfmco.org/app/uploads/2024/10/ourreach-app-questions.pdf) - [Online Grants Manager (Application Portal)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfmco) - [All CFMC Grant Opportunities](https://cfmco.org/grant-opportunities/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Phone | 831.375.9712 | | Contact Form | [CFMC Contact Page](https://cfmco.org/contact-us/) | | Address | 2354 Garden Road, Monterey, CA 93940 | | Program Page | [Out Reach Fund](https://cfmco.org/grant-opportunities/special-purpose-grants/out-reach-fund/) | ---

Out Reach Fund - Community Foundation for Monterey County

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