The Oceanside Charitable Foundation (OCF) is in its 13th grant cycle of grantmaking to enhance the quality of life for those who live, work and play in Carlsbad. In the current cycle, OCF invites nonprofit organizations to submit project proposals specifically for innovative projects that support and promote diversity and inclusion.

The purpose of OCF, an affiliate of The San Diego Foundation (TSDF), is to improve and preserve the quality of life in Oceanside by increasing responsible and effective philanthropy; providing funds annually to Oceanside projects and programs; building an Oceanside community endowment; and giving the Oceanside community a vehicle for legacy planning and gifts that benefit Oceanside now and forever.

The Oceanside Charitable Foundation is committed to the financial support of organizations, projects and programs dedicated to improving the lives of those who live, work and play within the geographic boundaries of the City of Oceanside.

The Oceanside Charitable Foundation is seeking innovative projects that support and promote diversity and inclusion by acquainting and integrating students in grades 5 through 10 with each other and the diverse community around them.

Funding Information

• Grants in the amounts of $5,000, $10,000, $15,000, $20,000 and $25,000 are encouraged.

Eligibility Criteria

• To be eligible, all applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Grants must be administered by a 501(c)(3) public charity, or an organization that is fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3), a school, or other government agency. The Foundation does not make grants to supporting organizations or private, non-operating foundations
  • If organization is using a fiscal sponsor, a cooperative relationship between the two must be clearly demonstrated
  • Project must be achievable within a 12-month time frame
• Project or program will:
  • Have a sustainable impact, offering measurable/scalable outcomes and ongoing verifiable benefit(s) to the community or the population served
  • Have competent, experienced, and credible organizational leadership in place
  • Be culturally appropriate and sensitive

For more information, visit Oceanside Charitable Foundation.