THE WEST MARIN FUND
AI Summary
The West Marin Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives in West Marin. With a total of $1.6 million granted to 57 nonprofits in 2024, the Fund operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
MISSION: WEST MARIN FUND IS A COMMUNITY FOUNDATION THAT INSPIRES GIVING AND MOBILIZES RESOURCES TO ENHANCE THE LONG-TERM WELLBEING AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL IN COASTAL WEST MARIN.OUR ACTIVITIES:WEST MARIN FUND PROVIDES GRANTS AND TRAINING FOR LOCAL NONPROFITS, AND CONVENES KEY STAKEHOLDERS TO HELP IDENTIFY AND FUND BALANCED SOLUTIONS TO CHALLENGES FACING PEOPLE WHO LIVE, WORK AND VISIT IN WEST MARIN.THE FUND SERVES THE WEST MARIN COASTAL AREA, FROM MUIR BEACH IN THE SOUTH TO DILLON BEACH IN THE NORTH, AND THE CONTIGUOUS RANCH LANDS. THE AREA INCLUDES THE 11 UNINCORPORATED VILLAGES OF MUIR BEACH, STINSON BEACH, BOLINAS, OLEMA, INVERNESS, INVERNESS PARK, POINT REYES STATION, MARSHALL, DILLON BEACH, NICASIO, AND TOMALES.THE FUND IS A 501(C)(3) CALIFORNIA PUBLIC BENEFIT NONPROFIT CORPORATION. ALL DONATIONS TO THE WEST MARIN FUND ARE FULLY TAX-DEDUCTIBLE.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Health
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Point Reyes National Seashore Association
Point Reyes Station, CA
$665.1K
9%
10000 DEGREES
San Rafael, CA
$634K
9%
BOLINAS COMMUNITY LAND TRUST
Bolinas, CA
$570.6K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
32
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$11.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE WEST MARIN FUND?
No. THE WEST MARIN FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE WEST MARIN FUND give?
THE WEST MARIN FUND primarily gives to organizations located in California and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE WEST MARIN FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE WEST MARIN FUND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE WEST MARIN FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE WEST MARIN FUND awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE WEST MARIN FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE WEST MARIN FUND awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include Point Reyes National Seashore Association, 10000 DEGREES, and BOLINAS COMMUNITY LAND TRUST. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE WEST MARIN FUND?
THE WEST MARIN FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.