Supports organizational capacity to mobilize residents for systemic change; grants cover community organizing and social justice-oriented trainings and coaching (registration, travel, consultants). Open to current McCune grantees and other community groups serving Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties that meet eligibility guidelines.

Must meet Foundation eligibility guidelines (IRS 501(c)(3) or operate under sponsorship of a qualified organization) | Applicants must serve Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties

Training Mini-Grant Program

A competitive grant program that supports wildfire safety, prevention and emergency preparedness by funding specialized firefighting equipment, vegetation management, fuels reduction, and public education/outreach to underserved communities in high fire‑risk areas.

Applicants are local fire departments and community organizations (fire agencies and community groups). | Funding targets communities in PG&E's Northern and Central California service area. | Priority/funding restricted to communities identified as extreme or elevated fire risk by the California Public Utilities Commission.

Wildfire Safety and Preparedness Program (WSPP)

Supports grassroots groups addressing critical issues in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties through community organizing strategies; funds projects that mobilize affected populations and should be initiated and led by economically and politically disenfranchised groups.

Must have IRS 501(c)(3) tax status or operate under the sponsorship of a qualified organization | Applicant must mobilize residents of Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties | Include the affected population in planning and implementation of the project (inclusion of marginalized people in leadership is a requirement) | No support for individuals; no grants for budget deficits; no religious organizations for religious purposes; no construction or renovation of buildings; no general fundraising drives or events | Usually will not consider proposals from schools

McCune Foundation Grants

We value community. Our mission is to connect with our communities to support young minds, invest in our current and future workforce, create vibrant culture and vital communities, improve health and human services and protect our natural resources.

Must be a 501(c)(3) public nonprofit | Must provide organization's tax exempt status letter under Section 501(c)(3)

Otter Tail Corporation Foundation Grants

Kingdom Foundation is a faith-inspired movement backing institutions, churches, enterprises and communities across Africa. It provides catalytic capital and runs open grant calls (listed on /grants) for community organizations.

Registered community organizations, churches, social enterprises, cooperatives and grassroots networks | Must be based in or serving countries across the African continent

Church & Faith-Based Grants

A participatory grantmaking initiative led by Native Americans in Philanthropy that supports Indigenous youth leadership and community-defined solutions; in 2026 the fund will invest $1.65M to expand support for Native-led solutions.

Native-led and Native-serving 501(c)(3) organizations | Tribal Nations across the U.S. and its territories

The Indigenous Tomorrows Fund

Gives priority to projects that increase community self-sufficiency and capacity (encouraging new leadership, enhancing volunteerism, expanding fundraising, strengthening partnerships, creating new sustainable programs).

Nonprofit organizations serving Azusa, CA | No funding to individuals | No funding for political causes or candidates | No courtesy advertising | Religious, veteran or fraternal organizations only eligible if engaged in a significant program benefiting the entire community | No funding for building construction or other capital improvements

Canyon City Foundation Grants

Local cash grants awarded by Walmart U.S. stores, Sam’s Clubs and Distribution Centers to support local organizations addressing community needs.

Must have a Spark Good account on Walmart.com and be verified by Deed | Must serve the same service area that the facility they are requesting funding from serves | Eligible entity types limited to 501(c)(3) public charities, government entities, schools, and faith-based organizations (Deed verified)

Training Mini-Grant Program

About this program

Eligibility

Geographic eligibility

Contact & website

Jovita Valdez

[email protected]

mccunefoundation.org

Past recipients

2023

Cause (Central Coast Alliance United For A Sustainable Economy)

$50,000

Future Leaders Of America

$50,000

Cause (Central Coast Alliance United For A Sustainable Economy)

$50,000

Future Leaders Of America

$50,000

Mixtecoindigena Community Organizing Project

$50,000

Food And Water Watch

$45,000

Fund For Santa Barbara

$40,000

Family Service Agency Of Santa Barbara

$40,000

Buen Vecino

$35,000

Rolling

$500 – $5,000

California

Similar Grants

Wildfire Safety and Preparedness Program (WSPP)

~$14M

McCune Foundation Grants

Up to $50.0K

Otter Tail Corporation Foundation Grants

~$5K

Church & Faith-Based Grants

~$17K

The Indigenous Tomorrows Fund

$25.0K–$100.0K

Canyon City Foundation Grants

$5.0K–$25.0K