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Based off this Funding and Grant Opportunities e-newsletter, have you found an opportunity that you would like to apply for? 

• Yes!
• No, there were none that were applicable to my business.
• No, I was not certain any of the opportunities applied to my business.
• No, the application process was not user friendly (complicated, too long, etc.).
• No, I do not have the time or resources to apply.

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Inclusivity and Engagement Workshops: Empowering your workplace

Join us in this series to hear from community partners and learn current and best practices on how to Build an Inclusive Workforce and Foster Community.  

The first workshop is this Wednesday, 6/5, at 9:30-11am on Zoom!

Grants for Women-owned Small Businesses and Non-Profits

WomensNet was created to help women achieve their business dreams. They award three $10,000 Amber Grants each month. And three of their winners get an additional $25,000 Year-End Amber Grant.

They also make content for women in business, like their guide on How to Find Grants for your business.

Learn more and apply on their website! Applications due at the end of each month.

*Filling out one application qualifies you for any grant that you qualify for through WomensNet.

Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program in California

This program provides affordable funding to develop essential community facilities in rural areas. An essential community facility is defined as a facility that provides an essential service to the local community for the orderly development of the community in a primarily rural area, and does not include private, commercial or business undertakings. 

Learn more and apply on their website! Applications are accepted year-round.

Newman’s Own Foundation - Food Justice for Kids Prize

To help nourish and transform the lives of children who face adversity in the U.S., Newman’s Own Foundation is launching the Food Justice for Kids Prize, focused on two priority program areas: (1) Indigenous Food Justice and (2) Nutrition Education and School Food. Up to $1M in total funding (over two years) is available for non-profits, public schools, and tribes working to advance food justice for kids in the United States and its territories.

Learn more and apply on their website before Tuesday, June 11, at 10:00AM! 

Agriculture Sector Training Grant

The California Employer Training Panel (ETP) has allocated $10 million to support job skills training for employers and workers in Agriculture and related sectors such as Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting. This funding supports pathways to quality jobs, expands the workforce, and advances equity. Single Employer and Multiple Employer Contractors may apply. 

Learn more and apply on their website before Friday, June 28!

Community Enhancement Program

Local non-profit entities may be eligible for Community Enhancement (CE) grant funding from the County of San Diego to stimulate tourism, promote the economy, create jobs and improve quality of life. Funding is provided for institutions that promote and generate tourism, promote the economy, create jobs and improve quality of life at the regional and community levels throughout San Diego County.

Learn more and apply on their website! Applications are accepted year-round.

California Veterans Health Initiative (CVHI) Mental Health Support Grant Program (MHSGP)

The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) is announcing the availability of up to $38 million in competitive grants. Grantees will focus on prevention and early intervention efforts with the end goal of increasing access to mental health services for veterans and their families.

Learn more and apply on their website before Friday, July 12, at 5:00PM!