Elaine Jones Safety Net Fund Grant

The Elaine Jones Safety Net Fund supports social service nonprofits in Napa County that address the needs of working families and vulnerable communities. Grants or bridge loans, totaling up to $150,000, are available for general operating support and optional capacity building. General Operating Support Grants can be up to $100,000 for one year, while Capacity Building Grants provide one-time assistance up to $50,000. Bridge Loans offer 0% interest for temporary cash flow issues.

The Fund was established to support social service nonprofit organizations that respond to the essential needs of working families and vulnerable communities in Napa County and provide programs that positively impact the social determinants of health.
Grants or bridge loans will be for general operating support and may be coupled with optional capacity building/technical assistance grants designed to strengthen applicant organizations, with a maximum funding amount for all areas totaling $150,000.
General Operating Support Grants: Up to $100,000 for one year, based on organizational budget and demonstrated funding gaps.Capacity Building Grants: One-time grants of up to $50,000 to strengthen internal systems and sustainability.Bridge Loans: 0% interest loans of up to $100,000 to address temporary cash flow issues caused by delayed (but not reduced) government funding. These are one-year, no-interest loans.