PHCF: Community Grants

PHCF: Community Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Pleasant Hill Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $1,000
Last Updated: February 13, 2026

Summary

The Pleasant Hill Community Foundation offers biannual Community Grants aimed at enhancing the quality of life for local residents through cultural, educational, and recreational activities. Eligible organizations must be public or hold a valid 501(c)(3) status. Grants, typically up to $1,000, are sourced from fundraising efforts and are reviewed by a dedicated committee before final approval by the Board of Directors.

Overview

Mission The mission of the Pleasant Hill Community Foundation is to strengthen community organizations, build endowment funds to meet ongoing and future needs and offer flexible tax-deductible options for giving at all levels. Vision The vision of the Pleasant Hill Community Foundation is an enhanced quality of life in Pleasant Hill through inspiring and nurturing its donors and resources to respond to the challenges and needs of the community. Community Grants Local Dollars Meeting Local Needs The Pleasant Hill Community Foundation is pleased to announce its biannual Community Grants Applications. All organizations applying for grants must be a public organization or meet IRS non-profit status with a current 501(c)(3) number. All awarded grants will enhance the quality of life for Pleasant Hill residents through cultural, educational and recreational activities. Grants are funded from proceeds of our annual appeal letter sent to our supporters each winter, fundraising events, and Endowed Funds. The Community Grants Allocations Committee will review all applications. The Committee will present all applications and recommendations to the Board of Directors of the Pleasant Hill Community Foundation. The Board makes all final selections. Individual grants will vary with most being up to $1,000. Previous grant recipients are listed on our website.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Funding requests that will be considered include:Special community projects; Community service projects; Conferences, symposia, workshops (regionally conducted); Publications, brochures, etc.; Small equipment purchases for community programs.

Ineligibility

Grants will not be awarded for:Individuals, unless sponsored by an organization meeting the above qualifications; Endowments, capital expenditures, and annual fund appeals; Political organizations or political campaigns; Religious organizations for religious purposes; Organizations that discriminate based upon race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion or cultural practices, sexual orientation, or physical ability;Fundraising events and organizational celebrations; Existing obligations, deficits, or retroactive funding.