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WD-40 Company Memory Making Fund 2021 – United States

Deadline: 9-Dec-20

The San Diego Foundation and The WD-40 Memory Making Fund invite nonprofits receiving this request for proposal to apply for the Advancing Health and Equity Grant to improve health and mental well-being, and address health inequities for low-income San Diegans through improved access and raised awareness for supportive services and resources.

The WD-40 Memory Making Fund is a donor-advised fund at The San Diego Foundation.

Focus Areas

For this grant cycle, The WD-40 Memory Making Fund seeks to support San Diego nonprofits focused on promoting the wellness, health, and protection of San Diegans via support to the following areas:

  • Strong, Healthy Starts: The Support for young children ages 0-5 and their families to increase and expand access to health and mental/behavioural health services.
  • Survivors of Domestic Abuse and Trauma: Expand access and support for prevention, intervention, and recovery for survivors of domestic abuse and child abuse. Support children, families and adult individuals who have experienced trauma, including foster youth.
  • Social Justice and Social Determinants of Health: Support children and families through a strategy that addresses social determinants of health in the delivery of care and takes historic inequities into account when providing services. Services can include those that support family-strengthening efforts, safety, and healthcare.

Funding Information

  • The grants will range from $15,000 minimum to $40,000 maximum, with the potential opportunity for multiyear funding.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicants must have a Gold level or higher certified profile on Guide Star.
  • The program must serve persons or populations within San Diego County.
  • The San Diego Foundation will not fund endowments, existing obligations/debt, scholarships, or projects that promote religious or political doctrines.
  • The program must work to expand care for low-to-moderate-income communities and/or populations experiencing health disparities or negative social determinants of health.

Recommendations

  • The program must serve low-to-moderate income communities and/or populations experiencing health disparities or negative social determinants of health.
  • Clearly articulate a strategy for project success.
  • Show potential for community impact.
  • Exhibit organizational strength, past performance, and strong community partnerships.
  • Demonstrate ability to connect authentically with the community served.

Timeline

  • October 2020: Request For Proposal released;
  • December 9, 2020: Proposals are due;
  • February 2021: Finalists are notified;
  • March 2021: Finalists are asked to participate in a virtual site visit/video call;
  • July 2021: Grantees are announced.

For more information, visit https://www.sdfoundation.org/grantseekers/apply-for-assistance/