Vons Foundation - Southern California Grant

The Vons Foundation, part of Albertsons Companies, supports nonprofit organizations in Southern California that enhance community health, education, and diversity. Grants typically range from $1,000 to $5,000 for first-time recipients. The foundation prioritizes organizations with a valid 501(c)(3) designation and those that serve local communities. Importantly, the foundation maintains a strong commitment to nondiscrimination in all activities, ensuring an inclusive environment for all stakeholders.

Outside of a specific RFP, a first-time funded organization will typically receive a grant of $1,000 to $5,000.
These activities include, but are not limited to,
A nondiscrimination policy will be requested of all applicants.

Eligibility

We only support organizations with a valid 501(c)(3) designation from the IRS and schools recognized by the government.Organizations we fund must serve the community where we operate.To learn more about our operating area, view our online map at Albertsons.com.All applications in California, Hawaii and Reno-area Nevada require an employee sponsor.A nondiscrimination policy will be requested of all applicants.

Ineligibility

Although we would love to help everyone, the Foundation generally does not fund:Individuals or for-profit organizationsPolitical organizations or activitiesReligious organizations for religious purposesCapital or building campaignsAdvocacy programsMeetings, conferences or workshopsSports teams or athletic competitionsOther foundations or granting organizationsFundraising dinners, galas, and events. We generally do not sponsor these events because the sponsorship is not fully deductible and because we prefer that our funds go directly to program services rather than offsetting event expenses.