[Sacramento Region Community Foundation](https://www.sacregcf.org)

January 12, 2026 (Opens) | No closing date specified (invitation only)

Not specified; award size and duration vary and are determined by the funder.

Supports charitable work in the Sacramento region via invitation-only grants to nonprofits, administered through the Foundation’s Funding & Grants Registry.

Invitation only—organizations must be invited to apply.

--- ## Description This opportunity is an invitation-only grant administered by the Sacramento Region Community Foundation as part of its Funding & Grants Registry. The grant supports charitable work in the Sacramento region, with funding provided by local philanthropists who have established charitable funds at the Foundation. The initiative is designed to strengthen and engage nonprofits by fostering relationships, sharing impact stories, and facilitating philanthropy that addresses community needs. The grant is not open for general application; only organizations specifically invited by the Foundation or associated funders may apply. --- ## Due Dates - Opens: January 12, 2026 - Closing date: Not specified (applications accepted only from invited organizations; dates may be subject to change) *All dates are subject to change; check the Foundation’s Funding & Grants Registry for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - No specific award size or duration is provided publicly. - Amounts and terms are determined by the Foundation and associated funders for each invited grantee. --- ## Eligibility - **Invitation Only:** Only organizations explicitly invited by the Sacramento Region Community Foundation may apply. - **General Foundation Requirements:** - Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in good standing with the IRS and relevant California agencies. - Must be headquartered in, have a branch in, or provide significant services to El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, or Yolo counties. - Organizations physically located outside the region may be eligible if their work significantly impacts the four-county area (additional documentation may be required). - Organizations with a fund at the Foundation are eligible regardless of location (must meet all other criteria). - Not currently under investigation or regulatory inquiry. - **Ineligible Entities:** - Schools, houses of worship, or government organizations (with exceptions for certain fiscally sponsored organizations or supporting foundations). - School groups (e.g., PTAs, booster clubs), private foundations, supporting organizations (509(a)(3)), and public safety organizations (509(a)(4)). *Note: A GivingEdge profile is generally required for eligibility for Foundation grants and event sponsorships.* --- ## Application Process - **By Invitation Only:** Organizations must receive an explicit invitation from the Foundation to apply. - **Online Grants Portal:** Invited organizations apply via the Foundation’s [online grants portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=srcf). - Register or log in to the portal to access the application. - Follow instructions provided in the invitation and through the portal. - **GivingEdge Profile:** Organizations are encouraged (and often required) to maintain an up-to-date [GivingEdge profile](https://www.bigdayofgiving.org/resources/nonprofits). - **Communication:** Invitations and application instructions are provided directly by the Foundation. --- ## Additional Information - The Foundation encourages nonprofits to build relationships and keep the Foundation informed about their work (e.g., through newsletters, site visits, and program updates). - Nonprofits can sign up for the [Grants Registry & GivingEdge Nonprofit Roundup](https://www.sacregcf.org/nonprofits/) to receive alerts about future funding and capacity-building opportunities. - Grant payments may be distributed via Ramp (ACH or check); details are provided to awardees. --- ## External Links - [Sacramento Region Community Foundation – Nonprofits & Grants](https://www.sacregcf.org/nonprofits/) - [Online Grants Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=srcf) - [GivingEdge Nonprofit Resources](https://www.bigdayofgiving.org/resources/nonprofits) - [Foundation Team Contact Page](https://www.sacregcf.org/about-us/our-team/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact / Link | |-------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Grant Questions | [grants@sacregcf.org](mailto:grants@sacregcf.org) | | Grants Portal Technical Support | [grants@sacregcf.org](mailto:grants@sacregcf.org) | | GivingEdge Profile Support | [givingedge@sacregcf.org](mailto:givingedge@sacregcf.org) | | General Foundation Inquiries | [info@sacregcf.org](mailto:info@sacregcf.org) \| (916) 921-7723 | | Main Foundation Contact Page | [Contact Form](https://www.sacregcf.org/about-us/contact/) | | Senior Community Impact Assistant | [Alondra Correa](https://www.sacregcf.org/team-member/alondra-correa/) | | Foundation Address | 955 University Avenue, Suite A, Sacramento, CA 95825 |

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