THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO
San Luis Obispo, CA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
77-0496500
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
San Luis Obispo, CA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
77-0496500
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in California, having paid a total of $3 million across 276 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engagement can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE THROUGH PHILANTHROPIC LEADERSHIP - SEE SCHEDULE OTHE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY FULFILLS ITS MISSION BY:-ENGAGING PRIVATE GIVING FOR PUBLIC GOOD;-BUILDING AND MAINTAINING PERMANENT ENDOWMENTS TO RESPOND TO CHANGING COMMUNITY NEEDS;-PROVIDING FLEXIBLE TAX-EXEMPT VEHICLES FOR DONORS WITH VARIED CHARITABLE INTERESTS AND ABILITIES TO GIVE;-SERVING AS A CATALYST AND RESOURCE TO EFFECTIVELY RESPOND TO COMMUNITY NEEDS THROUGH SCHOLARSHIPS; AND-STRENGTHENING THE NON-PROFIT SECTOR THROUGH GRANTS AND DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MISSION SCHOOL MEMORIAL FOUNDATION
$2.2M
8%
SAN LUIS OBISPO MUSEUM OF ART
$1.2M
4%
5CITIES HOMELESS COALITION INC
$977.9K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
83
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.7K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO?
No. THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO give?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO primarily gives to organizations located in California, Texas, 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 COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO 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 COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO make each year?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO awarded about 80 grants, totaling nearly $3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO fund recently?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO awarded grants to about 280 grantees. Recent grantees include MISSION SCHOOL MEMORIAL FOUNDATION, SAN LUIS OBISPO MUSEUM OF ART, and 5CITIES HOMELESS COALITION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.