Perhaps our biggest impact is strengthening and securing other nonprofits.
CCF endeavors to be the destination foundation for donors and nonprofits that are passionately committed to creating systemic change in Los Angeles County. We aim to address the root causes of L.A.’s most pressing issues by supporting the nonprofit organizations on the front lines whose innovation and dedication continue to make this a better place for all of us.
Our goal is to make the process simple so that potential grantees can easily explore opportunities, review instructions, monitor deadlines and access tools and other non-grant support – including vital convening support for nonprofits across Los Angeles through the Joan Palevsky Center for the Future of Los Angeles.
what we fund
We are driven to find long-term, systemic solutions addressing the root causes of the most pressing issues facing Los Angeles County. Since 2000, we have given more than $200 million in discretionary grants, impacting hundreds of thousands of lives and helping to transform entire communities. Every one of those grants represented the legacy of a donor who was dedicated to creating a healthier, more prosperous and empowered L.A.
what we fund
Our competitive grants seek to strengthen the local nonprofit sector and create systemic change in major issues to improve the lives of residents throughout Los Angeles County. CCF's open grants portal connects organizations to current funding opportunities in all of our priority areas, providing specific information on eligibility, deadlines and application requirements. For general eligibility questions, see our How to Apply information.
how we work
Every year, we and our donors invest tens of millions in transforming Los Angeles, but real change takes more than money. Through partnerships and innovative approaches, we use our tools to maximize impact, empower communities and strengthen the nonprofit sector for generations to come.
how we work
We use effective, innovative approaches designed to empower communities, build partnerships and expand the capacity of organizations to create real, lasting change.
open grants
From health and education to housing and immigration, we want to help organizations deepen their impact and transform their communities. Discover our open grants and how we can partner with you to build Los Angeles together.
other opportunities
In addition to our priority grantmaking, we offer other funding opportunities. Through our work on Census 2020, we’re helping to ensure all Californians are included in this vital count. Through the FEDCO Charitable Foundation and the Thelma Pearl Howard Foundation, we offer grants that support a variety of approaches and issue areas. Through the CCF Fellowship for Visual Artists, we support some of Los Angeles County’s most vital creative voices and help them to develop lasting careers in the arts. Each opportunity has different timelines, requirements and goals, so please read the information provided carefully.
learn how to apply
Grant applications are considered from 501(c)(3) nonprofits whose work is aligned with our mission and priority areas. Organizations must be located within, and primarily of service to residents of, Los Angeles County. Exceptions may be made for regional, statewide or national public policy efforts benefiting a substantial portion of the local population.
Applicant organizations may not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin or disability in hiring practices or the provision of services. Private foundations are not eligible.
If you have any technical questions about an LOI you may have already started, please contact Grants Team at 213-239-2320 or grantsmanager [@] calfund [.] org.
access applications
Interested nonprofit organizations can download grantee materials and submit an electronic application by creating and/or logging in to our NonprofitConnect portal.
Please click here to see a sample of CCF’s standard Letter of Intent (LOI). LOIs may be submitted only through the online portal. Sample is for informational purposes only.
Download a guide on how-to register on NonprofitConnect.
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Please direct further questions to one of our grants specialists at (213) 239-2330 or grantsmanager [@] calfund [.] org.
nonprofit resources
Expanding impact means ensuring nonprofits have access to the tools and resources they need to grow and thrive. From fundraising to financial management, leadership development to board engagement, we want to help connect you to information that can help advance your sustainability and your mission. Our Planned Giving Toolkit has helped hundreds of organizations deepen relationships and expand their donor base over time. And our Agency Fund program allows nonprofit partners to focus on their missions while CCF handles investments, endowment building and gift acceptance and planning.
reserve meeting space
We are currently not taking any reservations for the JPC due to COVID- 19.
CCF provides a neutral table where opinion leaders, decision makers and concerned individuals can come together to develop common solutions to shared challenges. Our modern and well-equipped conference facility, the Joan Palevsky Center for the Future of Los Angeles, is available at no cost to nonprofit organizations whose work aligns with our mission.
The welcoming space is intended to host convenings that foster collaboration across sectors and communities to create positive systemic change across Los Angeles County. It is not meant for individual organizational business, board meetings or fundraising.
The Palevsky Center is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Due to popular demand, three months advance notice is requested.
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