Applying for a Grant

We connect charitable causes with compassionate, generous individuals who want to give strategically, purposefully, and with impact. We tell donors about the good works of nonprofits and other charitable projects and programs. When a match is made, the vital role of the Foundation is realized--supporting programs that protect, sustain and enrich San Diego County and its residents.

For those seeking a grant, there are two ways to receive funding from the RSF Foundation:

• Donor-advised grants: The RSF Foundation stewards over 100 funds from which grants are awarded based on donor recommendations. We help donors connect with nonprofit organizations and programs doing good work in San Diego County, throughout America and around the world.
  
  
  • Because grants from donor advised funds are based on consultations with and recommendations from individual and family donors, formal grant applications are not accepted.
    
    
• Impact Fund grants: Discretionary grant funds are awarded annually on a competitive basis. Our goal is to make larger, more impactful grants by supporting areas of regional need where our resources can have the greatest effect. We focus on simplicity—minimal paperwork and use of technology for efficient but rigorous, thorough application review.
  
  
  • We do not accept unsolicited grant applications. However, if your organization wishes to be included in our Resource Library, please contact us in writing and include the most recent copy of your annual report to the community and any marketing materials that would be helpful to a potential donor.
    
    
  • Typically there are two steps in the discretionary process: invitation to submit an application for funding and a site visit by our program staff.