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San Rafael, CA – Applications are welcomed through August 31 for the County of Marin’s Community Services Fund, a resource for nonprofits and other qualified organizations to receive grants of between $1,000 and $10,000 for one-time-only needs.
Twice a year, grants applications for the Community Services Fund are filed with the Office of the County Executive (OCE) and reviewed by OCE staff. Applicants must be registered with the Internal Revenue Service as a 501c3 charity or a tax-exempt organization that provides services to all Marin County residents.
Applicants are allowed to submit funding requests for one-time projects, including unforeseen or emergency needs, not ongoing needs. The projects must be completed by the end of the contract term or within about six months.
The Board of Supervisors must approve the grant allocations. Funds are available to successful applicants soon after the Board approval, which tends to come roughly two months after the application period closes. Those receiving grants become contractors with the County.
Learn more about funding opportunities for nonprofits on the OCE webpage.