The Northern California Environmental Grassroots Fund
About the Grassroots Fund
The Grassroots Fund supports small groups throughout greater northern California that are tackling tough environmental problems including toxic pollution, urban sprawl, environmental degradation of our rivers and wild places, as well as, of our communities and our health. Maximum grant size is $5,000.
How to Apply to the Grassroots Fund
Please read these instructions carefully and follow them step by step. Please check the eligibility requirements before completing the application.
Grassroots Grantees
An interactive database is currently under construction. This list includes our most recent Grassroots grantees.
Grant Reporting
Grantees must report to us 1 year after receiving Grassroots Fund grant using our self evaluation report form.
Grassroots Training Scholarships
Grantees are encouraged to increase their effectiveness by expanding their organizational and administrative skill through a training scholarship program.
Grassroots Grantee Convening
Every year, the Grassroots Fund holds a day-long convening of its grantees for networking and training.
Grassroots Grantees Share Insights
In their own words, Grassroots grantees offer advice for other grassroots activists.
Grassroots Funding Board
The Grassroots Fund is advised by a volunteer board of community activists and funding partners.
Grassroots Funders
The Grassroots Fund channels the support of more than 20 funding partners towards building the grassroots base of the environmental movement in California.
