Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund Nonprofit Application

Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund

A Call for Community to Join Together. No Neighbor Stands Alone.
Grant Application
The Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund (VCNSF) provides rapid assistance to families and small business owners through trusted nonprofit and community partners. A dedicated VCCF committee—comprised of respected local leaders—ensures the transparent and thoughtful distribution of resources to address Ventura County’s most urgent humanitarian needs.

Our top priority is to support access to food, shelter, and essential services for local families, while also helping our broader community navigate the economic ripple effects of this multipronged crisis.

Please note: Funding is available only to 501(c)(3) nonprofit and educational organizations in good standing with the California Attorney General’s Office.
Organization Name*
Organization Tax ID*
Executive Director/President/CEO*

First NameLast Name
Executive Director/President/CEO Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Executive Director/President/CEO Email*
example@example.com
Organization Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Is your role different from the Executive Director/President/CEO?*

YesNo
Name*

First NameLast Name
Title*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
What is your organization's mission?*
What geographic area(s) in Ventura County does your organization service?*
How does your proposed work align with the VCNSF’s priority areas? (Check all that apply)*

Immediate relief for families (food, shelter, and basic necessities)Support for the agricultural workforceKeeping kids in school and supporting student attendanceStrengthening local nonprofits facing increased demandSupporting small businessesSafeguarding the stability of the local economy
How will funds be used? (Check all that apply)*

Direct financial assistance to individuals/familiesEssential supplies (food, hygiene, school supplies, etc.)Rent or utility supportTransportationOther
Funding Requests:

We are launching this application process in anticipation of raising funds. Awards will only be made once funding is secured and in hand (many donors make pledges that they must pay off before we can regrant those dollars). While we cannot guarantee a specific total amount at this time, we anticipate that individual grant awards will typically range from $10,000 to $100,000, depending on funds raised and community need.

To help us make the most informed and equitable decisions, we kindly ask applicants to include both:
- Your preferred funding amount, and
- Your minimum viable funding amount (i.e., the lowest level of funding that would still allow you to implement your project in a meaningful way).
If possible, please also include a brief scaling plan describing how your program could adjust in scope depending on the final award size.
Preferred funding amount*
Minimum viable funding amount*
Brief scaling plan*
If awarded funding, what is the expected timeframe in which your organization will fully spend the funds? (e.g., 3 months, 6 months)*
Please provide a brief description of your funding needs. Also include a simple budget breakdown showing how the funds will be used and how the request aligns with the fund’s priorities.*
Please share any relevant photos. (Optional)

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Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund

Grant Application

Funding Requests: