Funding Amount

Up to $100,000 per organization

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Making a Difference for San Diego Grant Program

Funder: Cushman Foundation (facilitated by Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego)

Purpose: Provides grants to deserving organizations in San Diego County that are committed to providing funding for much needed services to diverse communities and elevating or creating new programs that truly make a difference.

Established: 2018

Geographic Scope: San Diego County, California

Award Details:

  • Grant Amount: Up to $100,000 per organization

  • Minimum Recipients: At least 10 local organizations per year

  • 2019 Awards: $1.2 million distributed to 19 organizations

  • Application Volume: More than 150 non-profits submitted applications in 2019
  • Focus Areas:

  • Services to diverse communities

  • New or elevated programs making a measurable difference

  • Community-based services

  • Social services
  • Types of Organizations Funded (2019 Examples):

  • Eric Paredes Save a Life Foundation

  • Hannah's House

  • Home Start

  • Interfaith Shelter Network

  • Just in Time for Foster Youth

  • Leap to Success

  • Musicians for Education

  • San Diego Dental Health Foundation

  • San Diego Police Officers Association

  • Sharp Healthcare Foundation

  • Tender Loving Canines Assistance Dogs

  • Urban Street
  • Selection Criteria:
    The Cushman Foundation and Jewish Community Foundation select organizations based on:

  • Commitment to serving diverse communities

  • Quality and impact of programs

  • Innovation in addressing community needs

  • Sustainability of programs
  • Contact Information:

  • Facilitated by: Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego

  • Website: www.jcfsandiego.org
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    jewishnonprofitscommunity-servicessocial-services

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