Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation Grant

Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation
Amount: US $10,000 - US $1,000,000
Last Updated: August 01, 2025

Summary

The Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation provides grants for capital projects related to youth, education, health, community, recreation, and the arts in Santa Barbara's South Coast. With an annual budget of approximately $1.5 million to $2 million, the foundation seeks to enhance the community through impactful initiatives. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations focused on tangible improvements that benefit local residents. Applications are accepted from July 1 to September 15 each year.

Overview

NOTE: As a threshold, please determine from our eligibility criteria, found here, whether your request qualifies before applying for a grant. Our application period is July 1 - September 15th. Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation The Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation funds capital projects for youth, education, health, community, recreation and the arts on Santa Barbara’s South Coast—from Carpinteria, Summerland and Montecito in the east, to the City of Santa Barbara, the City of Goleta and Isla Vista in the west. We look for nonprofits with impactful missions and strong leadership, grounded in sound management practices. What We Fund The Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation makes about 35 grants a year totaling approximately $1.5 million to $2 million. Arts - Funding to enrich our communities with cultural heritage and artistic expression. Community & Recreation - Funding to enhance the community we value in South Santa Barbara County. Health - Funding to advance the physical and mental health resources available to our residents. Youth & Education - Funding to invest in future generations; empowering our youth towards success. Funding We fund projects ranging from $10,000-$100,000, with an average annual grant of around $40,000. For large capital projects, we’ve made multi-year grants  up to $1 million.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Grant applications will be considered only if they are devoted to capital improvements for 501(c)(3) charitable purposes in the South County (Santa Barbara, Goleta, and other local communities from Carpinteria to Isla Vista).Grant applications must be from 501(c)(3) charitable organizations.Capital Improvement We dedicate our funds to capital improvements within our South Coast infrastructure, encompassing areas from Carpinteria, Summerland, and Montecito in the east, to the City of Santa Barbara, the City of Goleta, and Isla Vista in the west. We seek tangible enhancements that will benefit our community for years to comEFunding Categories Please limit your application to capital grants for youth, education, health, community, recreation and the arts.Examples of capital requests we will consider funding: Site acquisition Construction or renovation of facilities Historic restoration or preservation Infrastructure upgrades (roads, parking, utilities) Landscaping and beautification projects Development of recreational areas or parks Energy-efficient systems Safety or security features Major equipment or machinery Essential technology hardware or systems (e.g., computers, servers, A/V equipment) Vans or transport vehicles

Ineligibility

Applications we will not consider funding: Staff salaries or benefits Endowments Operational or day-to-day administrative expenses Temporary improvements or decorations Training programs or workshops Marketing or promotional campaigns Software, subscriptions, or setup services (e.g., licenses, renewals, IT support) Travel or conference expenses Vehicle maintenance or fuel costs