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

July 12, 2024 | July 10, 2026

Typically $5,000–$50,000 per grant; 12-month grant period; awards made in November.

Supports one-time special or capital projects for select Monterey County nonprofits, prioritizing agencies of special interest to the Stantons.

2026 cycle is restricted to named and invited agencies only.

--- ## Description The Robert and Virginia Stanton Endowment, managed by the Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC), provides grants to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations serving Monterey County. Established in 1994, the endowment honors the legacy of Virginia and Robert Stanton by prioritizing support for agencies and projects of personal significance to them, such as the Stanton Center, public buildings designed by Robert Stanton, and select local arts, history, and humanitarian organizations. Grants are typically awarded for one-time special or capital projects, not ongoing operations, and are intended to advance community benefit through targeted improvements or initiatives. --- ## Due Dates - July 12, 2024: Grant proposals/full application due (2024 deadline) - July 10, 2026: Grant proposals/full application due by 11:59 p.m. (2026 deadline) - Decisions are typically made in November of the application year. *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant range: $5,000 to $50,000 per award - Grant period: 12 months (e.g., November 2026–November 2027 for 2026 awards) - Funds must be spent within 12 months of the grant date; extensions require approval - Recent awards have ranged from $15,000 to $30,000 --- ## Eligibility - Open to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations serving Monterey County residents - **2026 cycle is restricted to named and invited agencies only**, including: - The Stanton Center (Allen Knight Maritime Museum) - Repair/maintenance of public buildings designed by Robert Stanton (e.g., King City High School Auditorium, Monterey County Court House) - Monterey History and Art Association - Monterey County Symphony Association - Monterey Museum of Art - American Red Cross of the Central Coast - Salvation Army – Monterey Peninsula Corps - Other agencies may be considered at the discretion of the CFMC Board and Stanton Committee (invitation required) - Applicants must be current on reporting obligations for past CFMC grants - Fiscal sponsorship is permitted for groups without 501(c)3 status (contact staff before applying) **Not supported:** - Individuals (scholarships, fellowships, stipends, travel awards) - Religious activities - Academic research (except mission-related applied research such as feasibility studies) - Salaries and operating expenses of schools/public agencies - Annual campaigns, special events, endowment creation/addition, debt payment, or reimbursement for prior expenditures - Agencies with unresolved, non-consensual liens --- ## Application Process - Review the [2026 Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://cfmco.org/app/uploads/2026/04/Stanton-2026-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) before applying - Applications must be submitted online via the [CFMC Grants Manager](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfmco) - Required materials include: - Program summary, requested amount, and description of need - Population served and expected outcomes - Organizational and program budgets - Board of directors list and largest recent gifts - Balance sheet and profit & loss statement for the most recent year - For fiscal sponsorship: memorandum of agreement and fiscal sponsor details - Final report due within 12 months of grant award - Use of AI in proposal preparation is permitted, but applicants are encouraged to personalize content and proofread before submission --- ## Additional Information - Priority is given to one-time special or capital projects; operating support requests are less competitive - Capital support may be considered for predevelopment and/or construction costs (must have raised at least half of the capital goal) - Public benefit, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with Stanton and CFMC priorities are key evaluation criteria - Grantees are encouraged to publicize awards and may seek communications support from CFMC --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Guidelines](https://cfmco.org/grant-opportunities/robert-and-virginia-stanton-endowment/) - [2026 Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://cfmco.org/app/uploads/2026/04/Stanton-2026-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) - [Online Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfmco) - [CFMC Grant Opportunities Overview](https://cfmco.org/grant-opportunities/) - [Apply for a Grant (instructions)](https://cfmco.org/grant-opportunities/apply-for-a-grant/) --- ## Contact Information | Name / Role | Email | Phone | |-----------------------------------------------|------------------------------------|-----------------| | Michael Castro, Director of Community Initiatives and Partnerships | michaelc@cfmco.org | 831.884.5727 | | Technical/Application Portal Support | grants@cfmco.org | 831.754.5880 | | Main CFMC Office | [Contact Form](https://cfmco.org/contact-us/) | 831.375.9712 |

Robert and Virginia Stanton Endowment

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