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Est.

2020

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The SMCU Community Fund is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking by invitation only, emphasizing relationship-based engagement with nonprofits. In 2024, the fund distributed a total of $17,000 across 142 grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE SMCU COMMUNITY FUND IS A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT FUND CREATED BY SAN MATEO CREDIT UNION TO SUPPORT OUR COMMITMENT TO FINANCIAL WELLNESS IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Total Funding Given
$17K
2024
Grantees funded
142
Multi-year grantees
20%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$55K
W
Wade Painter
Board Member
D
David Diamond
Board Member
S
Suzanne Knowlton
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SMCU COMMUNITY FUND?
No. SMCU COMMUNITY FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SMCU COMMUNITY FUND give?
SMCU COMMUNITY FUND primarily gives to organizations located in California, Oregon, and Missouri. 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 SMCU COMMUNITY FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SMCU COMMUNITY FUND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SMCU COMMUNITY FUND make each year?
In 2024, SMCU COMMUNITY FUND awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $17 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SMCU COMMUNITY FUND fund recently?
In 2024, SMCU COMMUNITY FUND awarded grants to about 140 grantees. Recent grantees include BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE PENINSULA, Young Mens Christian Association of San Francisco, and BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS NORTH SAN MATEO COUNTY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SMCU COMMUNITY FUND?
SMCU COMMUNITY FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.