The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County is seeking applications for its General Community Grants.
Donor Name: The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County
State: California
County: San Luis Obispo County (CA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/29/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: 2 Years
Details:
CFSLOCO offers an opportunity for local nonprofits to request funding support through a competitive process. The competitive process includes review and decision by an external evaluation committee comprised of community experts, community volunteers, and staff. The priority areas have been determined based on community need and donor designations.
- Arts & Culture
- Promotes cultural expression and bridges cultural divides enhances youth participation and appreciation in performing arts increases audience diversification uplifts community well-being through arts
- Environment
- Promotes preservation of land, natural resources, and green spaces supports community education, appreciation, and awareness of local environmental issues
- Health & Human Services
- Addresses root causes of health disparities promotes mental and physical health and well-being of the SLO County communities alleviates housing and food insecurity
- Seniors & People with Disabilities
- Supports resources for independent living for seniors and people with disabilities enhances social and emotional support for seniors and people with disabilities improves access to food and basic needs for seniors and people with disabilities
Funding Information
- Total amount Up to $140,000
- Grants may be up to $20,000 for single year grants, and up to $40,000 for 2-year grants.
Eligibility Criteria
- In good standing with the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) and/or 509(a)(1), or able to provide a current contract outlining a fiscal sponsorship relationship with a 501(c)(3)
- In good standing with the California State Attorney General’s office
- Mission focused work is delivered in San Luis Obispo County, and is verifiable.
For more information, visit CFSLOCO.


