How much funding does Basic Needs & College Success Grant Program provide?

Basic Needs & College Success Grant Program provides $30,000 - $50,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Basic Needs & College Success Grant Program?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Basic Needs & College Success Grant Program

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Funding Amount

$30,000 - $50,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Basic Needs & College Success Grant Program

Funder: San Diego Foundation

Geographic Scope: San Diego region

Focus Areas:
The program supports college-access nonprofit organizations that help students meet basic needs and achieve college success. Eligible support areas include:

Food access: nutritious and sufficient food

Housing: safe, secure and adequate housing (to sleep, study, cook and shower)

Mental and physical well-being: sustained mental and physical well-being and social-emotional support

Transportation: connections to affordable transportation assistance

Personal hygiene: resources for personal hygiene care

Emergency funds: emergency financial assistance

Internet and technology: access to affordable and reliable internet access and technology devices

Eligibility:

College-access nonprofit organizations

Focus on supporting college students experiencing basic needs insecurity

Background:
Research shows that college students cannot adequately focus on learning if they're struggling with meeting their basic needs, which results in lower GPAs, continuation rates and graduation rates. California's high cost of living, the COVID-19 pandemic and recent inflation have left college students increasingly experiencing food and housing insecurity, and depression and anxiety.

Funding Details:

Total funding pool: $300,000

Expected to fund: 7-10 nonprofit organizations

Award range: $30,000 to $50,000 per grant

Contact:

Email: info@sdfoundation.org

Phone: (619) 235-2300

Address: 2508 Historic Decatur Rd., Ste. 200, San Diego, CA 92106

Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

How to Apply

Application Process

Applications must be submitted by the deadline.

Deadline: April 8, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. PST

Note: This deadline has passed (current date is 2026-04-03). The next cycle deadline is not specified in the provided materials. Contact the San Diego Foundation directly for current application information and deadlines.

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