Non-profit Organization Grants

Purpose: Support community-based projects that enhance public awareness of bird populations and the complex food webs which support them, and promote conservation of their habitats

Geographic Scope: Northern California (Nevada, Placer, Yuba, Plumas, and El Dorado Counties)

Eligibility

• Non-profit organizations
• Must have a clear project plan that aligns with SFAS mission to educate the public about conserving and restoring natural ecosystems that focus on birds and their habitats
• Objectives should be measurable and achievable within 12 months of approval

Eligible Funding Uses

• Bird boxes
• Binoculars
• Field guides
• Transportation costs
• Online training packages from Cornell Labs
• Materials from the National Audubon Society
• Research expenses
• Project materials and supplies
• Other direct project costs

Review Process

• Applications accepted on or before January 31st
• Reviewed within 60 days of submission
• An itemized budget must be submitted with the application
• Post-purchase receipts will be required with the grant final report
• SFAS Education Committee evaluates proposals based on alignment with SFAS goals and cost-benefit ratio

Application Process

1. Complete the Sierra Foothills Audubon Society Non-profit Grant Application form
2. Submit an itemized budget with the application
3. Submit application on or before January 31st
4. Applications will be reviewed within 60 days of submission
5. Upon project completion, submit post-purchase receipts with the final grant report

Award Range: $500 - $3,000
Deadline: January 31st annually