Description
Clif Family Foundation Operational Support
Our grants are awarded annually for general operational support as well as for specific projects.
Operational Support
These grants support daily operating costs. Applications are reviewed three times a year; the deadlines are February 1, June 1, and October 1. Grants awarded during one cycle will be announced at the beginning of the following cycle.
Helpful Guidelines Below
The Guidelines
Priority is given to applicants that:
Address two or more of our funding priorities at the same time:- Strengthen our food system
- Enhance equitable community health outcomes
- Safeguard our environment and natural resources
Demonstrate strong community ties.
Operate within viable and clearly defined plans for positive change.
Areas not funded- Capital construction
- Deficit funding
- Endowments
- For national organizations with local chapters, we may choose to fund either the national chapter or a local chapter.
- Individuals
- Local and/or state government agencies
- Media projects (such as films, books, radio) – including distribution costs for these programs
- Religious groups
- Sponsorship of seminar, media, or fundraising events (e.g. Fun Runs)