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Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club Grant Program

2024-2025 Request for Proposals

 

Summary

The Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club’s (RSFGC) mission is to further the development of charitable horticulture and conservation activities. The RSFGC Grant Program is designed to support the efforts of community-based organizations to implement these initiatives.

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Under this Request for Proposals (RFP), the RSFGC is inviting non-profit 501(c)3 organizations located in San Diego County to apply for funding for initiatives that further the mission of the organization. Projects requesting funding need to address a community need, be technically and economically feasible, ensure that all those actively involved in the project will benefit from the results, facilitate the transfer of technology, skills and knowledge to others, and foster self-sufficiency. Organizations requesting funds must demonstrate commitment to the project by providing community labor, monetary contributions, local resources, on-the-job training, or educational opportunities. Upon completion of the project, a report must be submitted to the RSFGC. A key element of the report would be a description of how the issuance of the grant resulted in a measurable improvement to the site. This report must be submitted to the Executive Administrator by April, 2026.

Applicants may request up to $10,000 for the proposed use. Available funding is contingent upon the amount of funding in the RSFGC’s annual budget. Recommendations for funding are made by the Grant Committee of the Garden Club, with the Board of Directors determining final approval for funding.

 

Important Dates

  • December 15, 2024 – Last date to submit grant application for funding. All applications must be submitted electronically.  Applications will not be accepted if sent via USPS mail, FedEx or by dropping them off at our resale shop location. If you are unable to send the completed application electronically via email, please contact Natalie Kaczur at natalie@rsfgardenclub.org

  • May 21, 2025 – Awards distributed at the Garden Club’s annual Celebration of Giving Award Ceremony. Attendance by a representative of the recipient organization is required.

  • April 30, 2026 – Project completion.

  • May 31, 2026 – Submission of brief written report and photos describing the project’s accomplishments.

 

Eligibility

Funding eligibility is limited to neighborhood community-based organizations with documented non-profit 501(c)(3) status located in San Diego County. Applicants should be in good financial standing and must have the appropriate organizational capabilities to receive and administer grant funds. NOTE:  Funding is generally not considered for compensation to individuals (stipends or salaries), personal travel, general operating expenses, or hardscape projects.

Instructions for Submission

All Applicants must complete the Grant Application form in its entirety. Click Here to Obtain an Application. 

 NOTE:

  • All applications must be signed or e-signed by the organization’s Board Chairman, CEO or Executive Director.

  • For more information, contact our Executive Director at 858-756-1554 or natalie@rsfgardenclub.org

 

Required Information:

All Applicants must E-MAIL the following documents via combined .pdf file to natalie@rsfgardenclub.org. These documents must accompany the application for application to be considered.

  • Form 990 for the most recent fiscal year.

  • IRS tax-exempt status determination letter.

  • Certificate of Incorporation and By-Laws.

  • Letters of Commitment from any project consultants or subcontractors (if applicable).

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