The Gerbode Foundation is accepting grant applications to empower courageous leaders and visionary artists who make a positive impact in their communities and inspire others to change the world.
Donor Name: Gerbode Foundation
State: California and Hawaii
County: Alameda County (CA), Contra Costa County (CA), Marin County (CA), San Francisco County (CA), and San Mateo County (CA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: Ongoing
Size of the Grant: $2,500 to $100,000
Details:
The Gerbode Foundation supports projects that:
- inform and empower communities by utilizing all forms of media and communication tools to advance truth;
- advocate at the local, state or federal level for policy changes that improve social and economic outcomes for communities most in need;
- mobilize action to change existing policies and practices that perpetuate inequality or discrimination; and
- leverage key public, private, and philanthropic stakeholders in collaborations or coalitions that strengthen communities.
Program Areas
- Advancing Truth
- Justice
- Environment
- Arts
- Special Initiatives
Funding Information
The grants generally range from $2,500 to $100,000, depending on the scope of the project, whether it clearly fits within the Foundation’s programmatic priorities, and other internal factors that influence their funding decisions. An average size grant is $25,000.
Geographical Focus
The primary geographical focus is on the San Francisco Bay Area (counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo) and Hawaii.
Ineligibility Criteria
The Foundation generally does not support the following:
- Documentary or full-length films
- International projects
- Direct services
- Buildings or equipment
- Capital campaigns
- Endowments
- Private Schools
- Scholarships
- Sponsorships
- Grants to individuals.
For more information, visit Gerbode Foundation.