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Nonprofits and recognized community-based organizations serving Solana Beach may request up to $5,000 in grant funding for programs that benefit community residents.
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Get matched →Since 2004, the City of Solana Beach has supported local nonprofits through its Community Grant Program. The program funds organizations that provide meaningful services to strengthen, uplift, and connect residents. For FY 2026-27, the City Council has $60,000 available for community organizations.
Requests for grants are limited to non-governmental, nonprofit organizations and recognized community-based organizations serving the Solana Beach community. Excluded entities include the County of San Diego, municipal organizations, special or water districts, school districts or schools (but not their supporting organizations), and private individuals.
Individual grant awards will not exceed $5,000, and applicants may request up to $5,000 per program submission. The total of all grant awards may not exceed $60,000. Awarded grants will be provided as a one-time, lump-sum payment after approval by City Council.
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Grant expenditures must be directly related to the approved project and incurred during the grant award period (from the date of Council approval through May 31, 2027). Grant funds may not be used to replace or offset existing funding sources or support the applicant's own grantmaking activities. Final reports must be submitted by June 15, 2027 and must include completed expenditure forms, copies of paid receipts and invoices, summary of grant-funded activity, number of residents served, and program outcomes achieved.