Grant Requests >$3,500

The San Juan Island Community Foundation is dedicated to enhancing community well-being through strategic grants over $3,500. They focus on projects that address emerging needs, strengthen resilience, and support underserved groups. Applicants must discuss their projects beforehand, ensuring alignment with the foundation's mission. The foundation does not fund projects benefiting individuals directly or those that are political or religious in nature. Collaboration and sustainability are key priorities for successful applications.

NOTE: Before you submit your grant application, we ask that you first discuss your project idea with us. This is the pre-proposal deadline above. Applicants who don’t have a pre-application meeting may not be considered for funding, unless a waiver is granted by SJICF grant staff. After your meeting(s), you can submit your application.
Nonprofit Overview
For nearly three decades, the San Juan Island Community Foundation has been providing knowledge and support to the many organizations that bring opportunity and vitality to life on our island. Our competitive grants program is strategic and responsive to the changing needs of the community. These grants are possible because of the generosity of many individuals and families.
We prioritize projects that:
Address current or emerging community needs.Strengthen and improve the community's health, resilience, and well-being.Are well-planned, collaborative, and supported by others.Are innovative and sustainable.Serve underserved groups in the community.Align with and support your organization’s mission.

Eligibility

SJICF grants are available to:Tax-exempt organizations (501(c)(3)s) as defined by the IRS.Local non-profits, government agencies, non-profit schools, and religious organizations (only for non-religious purposes).Grants may be awarded to outside organizations if their programs directly benefit the San Juan Island community.Donor-Advised Fund grants may be used for organizations globally, depending on the donor's preferences.

Ineligibility

We do not fund:Projects that benefit individuals directly.Religious organizations (if funds are for religious purposes).Political organizations.Groups that discriminate based on race, creed, ethnicity, gender identity, or sexual orientation.Budget shortfalls, debt, or membership dues.Fundraising event costs.Projects that have already been completed.We may also limit funding for salaries, conferences, travel, and food, depending on the project.