SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES
AI Summary
SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that prioritizes relationship-based engagement and provides funding by invitation only, thus not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the organization allocated a total of $1.1 million across 11 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Santa Cruz Community Ventures (SCCV) promotes social and economic justice through financial capability and asset building efforts. We aim to create an inclusive economy in the region by helping transform people's behavior to increase financial stability and wealth accumulation. Our approach is family centered, youth focused, culturally appropriate, and provides leadership development opportunities.
Cause Areas
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Child care
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SALUD PARA LA GENTE
Watsonville, CA
$3.3M
52%
PAJARO VALLEY PREVENTION AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE INC
WATSONVILLE, CA
$1.5M
23%
EL PAJARO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Watsonville, CA
$1.1M
17%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES?
No. SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES give?
SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $63 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES make each year?
In 2024, SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES fund recently?
In 2024, SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include SALUD PARA LA GENTE, PAJARO VALLEY PREVENTION AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE INC, and EL PAJARO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES?
SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY VENTURES does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.