About this foundation

The McCune Foundation, established in 1990 by George D. McCune and Sara Miller McCune, seeks to be an agent of productive change by supporting the growth of social capital in communities. The Foundation funds grassroots groups using community organizing strategies to pursue systemic change and social justice, prioritizing leadership by economically and politically marginalized populations. It provides one- and two-year grants (requests up to $50,000/year considered) and requires initial inquiries via its grants portal; full proposals follow by invitation. The Foundation emphasizes empowerment, community capacity building, and coalition/networking among grassroots organizations.

Funding focus

The Foundation supports grassroots groups with a strong community base that are addressing critical issues in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties through community organizing strategies.

Grant programs