The CZI Community Fund supports nonprofit organizations that are helping create a more socially, economically, and just San Mateo County.
Donor Name: Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI)
State: California
County: San Mateo County (CA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 06/06/2024
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: 2 Years
Details:
The CZI Community Fund supports non-profit organizations across San Mateo County that are increasing access to the building blocks of social and economic well-being — like housing, healthcare, education, job and career skills, and supporting civic engagement — so people have the power to shape their lives and communities.
Now in its eighth grantmaking cycle, the Community Fund supports organizations that are increasing access to the building blocks of social and economic well-being, like housing, healthcare, education, job and career skills, and other social supports, and galvanizing community voices so people have the power to shape their lives and communities. Community Fund partners are ensuring access to the building blocks of social and economic well-being for all, including low-income households, people of color, immigrants regardless of documentation status, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and other communities impacted by systemic inequities.
Organizations working in San Mateo County are eligible for the Community Fund.
Primary Focus Areas
- Arts and Culture
- Basic Needs
- Criminal/Juvenile Justice
- Education
- Environment/ Climate
- Food Security
- Homelessness
- Housing
- Immigration
- Mental Health/Health Care
- Safety/Security
- Transportation
- Workforce Development
- Youth Development
Funding Information
Selected organizations will join the Community Fund grant partner cohort, and will receive a two-year unrestricted or project grant of up to $200,000, and the opportunity to participate in a capacity building program to support leadership and organizational development.
Eligibility Requirements
Organizations interested in funding through the CZI Community Fund must meet the following criteria:
- Tax Status: Organizations must be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; have a valid fiscal agent or sponsor that is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
- Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Grantee Status: Organizations and sponsored projects from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative that end on or before December 31, 2024, are eligible to apply for funding from the CZI Community Fund. Organizations with grants from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative that extend beyond December 31, 2024, are not eligible to apply for funding from the CZI Community Fund
- Local School Districts and School Foundations: CZI supports local school districts and school foundations in various ways, but not through the CZI Community Fund. They do accept applications from organizations working in, or collaborating with local school districts.
For more information, visit CZI.
