Soroptimist International of Grass Valley is NOW Accepting Grant Applications

Soroptimist International of Grass Valley proudly supports local nonprofit organizations through our annual grant program. Grant applications are accepted each March from nonprofits serving Grass Valley and surrounding communities.

Grant Focus

Our grants support programs and services that improve the lives of women and children. Funding may be requested for:

• Specific projects or programs

• General operating expenses

Eligible organizations may request up to $2,000.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered, applicants must:

• Be a certified tax-exempt nonprofit organization

• Serve Grass Valley or surrounding areas

• Focus on direct service programs benefiting women and children

Priority is given to smaller, local organizations that provide direct services and operate with limited fundraising resources.

Community Impact

Since launching our grant program in 2013, Soroptimist International of Grass Valley has awarded more than $100,000 to local organizations. Since our founding in 1965, we have contributed an estimated $303,000 to programs supporting women and children in our community.

Organizations we have supported include:

• KARE Crisis Nursery

• Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Foundation

• Breastfeeding Coalition of Nevada County

• Hospitality House

• Women of Worth

• One Source Empowering Caregivers

• Big Brothers Big Sisters

• Nevada County Association for the Developmentally Disabled

How Grants Are Funded

Grant funding is made possible through community support, including proceeds from our popular Rice Bowl food booth on Treat Street at the Nevada County Fair, along with other fundraising efforts throughout the year.

The grant application criteria can be found on the Application Process page, linked below. You can also get more information by contacting Fran Freedle, 530 268-1280 or emailing sigrassvalley@gmail.com with questions.