Carlsbad Charitable Foundation (CCF) is accepting proposals for programs that promote the development and growth of arts and culture through performing and/or visual arts.
Donor Name: Carlsbad Charitable Foundation
State: California
City: Carlsbad
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/02/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
The mission of Carlsbad Charitable Foundation (CCF) is to improve the quality of life in Carlsbad by meeting emerging needs through:
- Encouraging and increasing responsible and effective philanthropy,
- Building a community endowment,
- Providing 2025 funds annually to organizations and causes, and
- Giving the community a vehicle for legacy planning and cash gifts that will benefit the residents of Carlsbad annually and in perpetuity.
Focus Area
CCF will be accepting proposals for projects that address Arts & Culture – Programs that promote the development and growth of arts and culture through performing and/or visual arts. Examples include programs supporting theatre, dance, music, painting, sculpture, poetry/spoken word, public art, or integrated programs (e.g., therapy through the arts).
Funding Information
CCF will accept proposals of $15,000 up to $40,000.
Grant Period
This grant cycle runs from September 2026, through August 2027.
Eligibility Criteria
Grants must be administered by a 501(c)3 public charity, or an organization that is fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)3, a school, or other government agency. CCF does not make grants to supporting organizations or private, non-operating foundations. CCF does not fund scholarships. If an organization is using a fiscal sponsor, a cooperative relationship between the two must be clearly demonstrated. The project must be achievable within a 12-month time frame.
Grants will be evaluated against the following bullet points (at a minimum):
- Have a beneficial, positive impact on Carlsbad
- Have ongoing verifiable, measurable and scalable outcomes
- Maximize the impact of the grant dollars.
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