The Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation is accepting applications for projects that address Rancho Bernardo-specific issues and needs, including activities that promote creativity and enhance civic engagement.
Donor Name: Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation
State: California
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 06/16/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
The purpose and vision of the Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation (RBCF) is to improve the quality of life and meet emerging needs by increasing responsible and effective philanthropy, building a community endowment for the benefit of Rancho Bernardo, providing funds annually to community organizations and causes, and giving the Rancho Bernardo community a vehicle for legacy planning and gifts that will benefit Rancho Bernardo now and forever.
RBCF, a proud affiliate of San Diego Foundation (SDF), is committed to the financial support of organizations, projects and programs dedicated to improving the lives of those who live, work and play in Rancho Bernardo.
Focus Areas
- Music: RBCF will award between $1,500 and $5,000 to programs involving music to be awarded from the RB Symphony on the Green Fund.
- Community Enhancement: RBCF will award between $1,500 to $10,000 to programs that inspire community pride, revitalization and increase the quality of life of the broader community.
Grant Period
Grants are made for one year. This grant cycle runs from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
RBCF will fund programs managed by nonprofit organizations, schools, or government agencies that embrace one or more of the following:
- Demonstrates and/or fosters collaboration with other successful entities in the community to achieve a common goal or objective;
- Is a current project that has strategic impact, i.e., provides long-lasting, ongoing benefit to the community or the distinct population it is intended to serve;
- Is based on a proven track record of success as demonstrated through process, leaders and/or experienced partners;
- Impact is clearly defined, measurable results that are attainable within a reasonable time frame;
- Demonstrates sustainability, i.e., is replicable, repeatable and/or scalable;
- Focuses on problem areas, opportunities or populations that otherwise are not funded and serviced by existing nonprofits, educational organization mandates or state or federal programs.
For more information, visit RBCF.
