Community Enhancement Program Grant

Community Enhancement Program Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: San Diego County
Last Updated: December 26, 2025

Summary

The Community Enhancement Program, funded by San Diego County, supports local non-profit entities aiming to enhance tourism and economic development. Eligible activities include cultural programs, museums, and visitor bureaus, all designed to enrich community life. Non-profits can apply for funding to create jobs and improve the quality of life in San Diego County. Applicants should submit their proposals to the appropriate Board of Supervisors district based on their project location.

Overview

NOTE: Non-profits that suffered losses due to COVID-19 may qualify for additional funds. Community Enhancement Program Local non-profit entities may be eligible for Community Enhancement (CE) grant funding from the County to stimulate tourism, promote the economy, create jobs and improve quality of life. The Community Enhancement Program funds grants for cultural activities, museums, visitor and convention bureaus, economic development councils, and other similar institutions that program and general tourism and/or economic development at the regional and community levels throughout San Diego County. Find your district First, determine which Board of Supervisors district(s) that you’re applying to using the Board of Supervisors district map. Submit your application to the Board of Supervisors district where your project or program will take place. If it is in multiple districts, you will need to submit a separate application to each district office. You can look at past awards to see what offices decided to support. Examples of groups that have received Community Enhancement funding are: Museums and cultural institutionsVisitor and convention bureausEconomic development councils

Eligibility

We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Local non-profit entities may be eligible for Community Enhancement (CE) grant funding from the County to stimulate tourism, promote the economy, create jobs, and improve quality of life.Eligible entities and activities may include: cultural activities, museums, visitor and convention bureaus, economic development councils and other similar institutions/organizations, including County programs and projects.Who Can Apply?Only nonprofit or government/public agencies (e.g., cities, school districts and fire protection districts)operating in San Diego County may apply. Legally tax exempt/not for profit entities may apply to fundprojects that benefit the community and enhance the region’s quality of life. Non-profit entities must useCounty funding for:Tourism or economic developmentServices which attract touristsServices which create jobs and/or promote a better quality of life