CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY
AI Summary
The California Association for Microenterprise Opportunity is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting microenterprise initiatives within California. With a total of $80K in grants paid to 29 grantees in 2024, this funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO GROW A THRIVING ECOSYSTEM OF SUPPORT FOR UNDERSERVED ENTREPRENEURS WHERE ALL ENTREPRENEURS HAVE ACCESS TO THE RESOURCES THEY NEED TO SUCCEED, CREATING FAMILY ECONOMIC MOBILITY AND COMMUNITY PROSPERITY.
Cause Areas
2
International development
Community and economic development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SOCIAL GOOD FUND INC
RICHMOND, CA
$575K
33%
Pathway Capital Funding Inc
West Palm Beach, FL
$100K
6%
ACCESSITY
San Diego, CA
$79K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$30K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY?
No. CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY give?
CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY primarily gives to organizations located in California, Florida, 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 CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $30 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY make each year?
In 2024, CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $80 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY fund recently?
In 2024, CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include SOCIAL GOOD FUND INC, Pathway Capital Funding Inc, and ACCESSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY?
CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR MICROENTERPRISE OPPORTUNITY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.