How much funding does Youth Action Project: Mini-Grant Program provide?

Youth Action Project: Mini-Grant Program provides US $500 - US $1,500 in funding.

When is the deadline for Youth Action Project: Mini-Grant Program?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Youth Action Project: Mini-Grant Program?

Geography: In Butte County. Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

Youth Action Project: Mini-Grant Program

North Valley Community Foundation

Foundation Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Youth Programs Grants for Mental Health

Funding Amount

US $500 - US $1,500

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

School-based programs and clubs
Nonprofit and youth-serving organizations are eligible to apply.

Geography

In Butte County
We want to fund creative, community-based projects and programs that:

Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status or fiscal sponsorship
Youth-led community groups (with adult advisor/fiscal sponsor)
Informal community groups/individuals working with a fiscal sponsor

Other requirements

Directly benefit youth mental health, wellness and/or social connectedness.
Can demonstrate clear, measurable impact for youth.
Will be implemented within one year of receiving funding.

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Grant funds may NOT be used for:Ongoing staff salaries.
Not eligible: Capital improvements or equipment purchases over $200Indirect/overhead costs.
Not eligible: Activities outside Butte County

Overview

Through grantmaking, partnerships, financial and philanthropic services we are the North Valley's hub for social change. We help individuals, families, businesses and nonprofits maximize their impact on the local and global community.
NVCF’s Youth Advisory Council is excited to announce our Youth Action Project Mini-Grant Program, designed to support grassroots efforts that promote youth mental health, wellness and social connectedness in Butte County.
Allowable Expenditures
Grant funds may be used for:
Program supplies and materialsSpace rental for activities/eventsFacilitation or instruction costsFood for program participants (within reason)Transportation costs for youth participantsMarketing/outreach materialsOther direct program expenses

Eligibility

Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status or fiscal sponsorship
School-based programs and clubs
Youth-led community groups (with adult advisor/fiscal sponsor)
Informal community groups/individuals working with a fiscal sponsor
We want to fund creative, community-based projects and programs that:
Directly benefit youth mental health, wellness and/or social connectednessCan demonstrate clear, measurable impact for youthWill be implemented within one year of receiving fundingServe youth in Butte CountyNonprofit and youth-serving organizations are eligible to apply.

Ineligibility

Grant funds may NOT be used for:Ongoing staff salariesCapital improvements or equipment purchases over $200Indirect/overhead costsActivities outside Butte County

What North Valley Community Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 119
Total given: $5.59M
Median grant: $19K
Range: $5,150–$494K

By dollars: California 94%, Ohio 3%, District of Columbia <1%. Top recipient cities: Chico, CA; Oroville, CA; Paradise, CA.
30% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.