The City of Carpinteria’s Community Services Support Grant (CSSG) program provides vital funding to non-profits enhancing local quality of life through essential services and innovative solutions.
Donor Name: City of Carpinteria
State: California
County: Santa Barbara County (CA)
City: Carpinteria
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 07/31/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
The program addresses a broader spectrum of community needs:
- Community Collaboration: Supporting City Council’s Strategic Goals and priorities including outreach, education, collaboration, affordable housing, equity and inclusion, and improving city services for youth, seniors, and homeless programs.
- Social Services: Serving Carpinteria with a focus on needs beyond the City’s immediate scope, including Health and Human Services. (e.g., Health, Wellness, Transportation, Childcare, and others).
- Community Events: Special events that align with and/or incorporate the Council’s Strategic Goals and priorities.
- City Council Initiatives/Emergent Needs: Projects Requested by the City via a Request for Proposal and/or Emergent Needs.
Funding Information
$1,000 to $30,000.
Grant Period
July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
Organization must:
- Be headquartered or have a significant operational presence within Santa Barbara County and demonstrate a primary focus on serving residents of Carpinteria.
- Have clearly defined goals and measurable objectives that align with the City’s strategic priorities.
- Submit a status report to be considered for the next fiscal year grant cycle.
- Demonstrate financial stability and the ability to responsibly manage grant funds.
- Provide proof of 501(c)(3) status or sponsorship.
- [If working with vulnerable populations (e.g., children, seniors)] Require background checks for staff and volunteers, per California law.
For more information, visit City of Carpinteria.
