Grant Application Process

Soroptimist International of Grass Valley (SIGV)

P. O. Box 663, Grass Valley, CA 95945

The members of Soroptimist International of Grass Valley announce the 2026 availability of funds
for non-profit 501(c)(3) agencies and organizations that specifically fulfill our mission to improve
the lives of women and children in Nevada County. Check our website, www.sigv.org or Facebook
for more information about SIGV.

We are entertaining proposals for both capital and operational grants of up to $2,000 for direct
service projects that are consistent with our mission. If you wish to apply for funds, please send
all of/and only the following information:

1. One cover page with all contact information including:
      Name of organization/agency
      Contact person
      Mailing Address
      Telephone number and e-mail address
2. Documentation showing proof of 501(c)(3) status or fiscal umbrella
3. Mission or vision statement
4. Provide a proposal of not more than two pages
      Describe the services provided by the organization
      Community need for the services/project to be funded
      Specific proposed use of funds requested
      Statement of how the proposed project fits the mission of Soroptimist
5. Two budget Sheets
      One page Line-item Project Budget
      One Two-page detailed Agency Budget

Must be submitted in Word or pdf, single space, 12 pt font.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.

If you have questions, please contact Fran Freedle at sigrassvalley@gmail.com or (530)446-1105.
All communications are to be made directly to our Soroptimist International of Grass Valley
contact and should not be confused with other Soroptimist organizations in our community.
Submit applications in Word or pdf no later than April 15, 2026, by email to the above address.
 

Applicants may be contacted for further information. Funding decisions will be announced by
May 1, 2026. Invitations will accompany the notification of the award. Grants will be presented
at our Celebration of Service Event on May 28, 2026. Grants are subject to a follow-up report and
review in 6 months.

We wish your organization well in your efforts to help women and children in Nevada County.
Thank you for your application.