Bothin Foundation

The foundation’s grant program supports social service, academic enrichment, youth development, arts, and environmental nonprofit organizations that provide direct services to more than 50% disadvantaged children and youth ages 0 to 24, low-income families with children, and/or people with disabilities. Outside the stated K–12 exception, schools, school districts, colleges, universities, other higher education institutions, and their associated foundations are not eligible for this program.

Eligible requests include building renovations and improvements, vehicles, program equipment and furnishings, and technology. Projects must be durable and completable within 12 months of receiving a grant. The foundation favors a discrete request addressing a specific need; general capital-campaign support is not considered. Capital projects may be part of a campaign if the request is for a specific durable project that can be completed within a year.

Examples of supported organizations include Good Samaritan Family Resource Center, which describes its work as helping immigrant families access services, build self-sufficiency, and participate in San Francisco; The Living Room Center, which says it supports Sonoma County women and children experiencing food and shelter insecurity; and Community Music Center, whose stated mission is to make high-quality music accessible regardless of financial means.