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Find similar grantsThis fund, part of the California Thriving Youth Initiative, focuses on creating the conditions for young people to be informed and engaged agents of change in their communities.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations working with the Stuart Foundation and California Community Foundation to advance equitable public education systems for young people, particularly those furthest from opportunity. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $30 million initial investment leveraging additional philanthropic contributions. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
California Thriving Youth Initiative (CTYI) - Purpose of Education Fund is funded by Stuart Foundation (Housed at the California Community Foundation). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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California Thriving Youth Initiative - Purpose of Education Fund is sponsored by Stuart Foundation (Housed at the California Community Foundation). This fund focuses on creating the conditions for young people to be informed and engaged agents of change in their communities, centering the role of public education in preparing adolescents to participate in the country's diverse democracy.
California Thriving Youth Initiative - The Purpose of Education Fund is sponsored by Stuart Foundation (Housed at the California Community Foundation). Focuses on creating the conditions for young people to be informed and engaged agents of change in their communities, centering the role of public education in preparing adolescents to participate in the country's diverse democracy.
Bright Futures Grant Opportunity is sponsored by The Ford Family Foundation. Grants aligned with the Bright Futures focus on ensuring that every rural child has opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive, from early education through career pathways. This includes support for youth development programs that provide meaningful learning and enrichment during out-of-school hours, and programs supporting students of color and other marginalized populations. The foundation supports projects and programs rooted in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California.
California Thriving Youth Initiative (CTYI) - The Purpose of Education Fund is sponsored by California Community Foundation (in collaboration with Stuart Foundation). This fund focuses on creating the conditions for young people to be informed and engaged agents of change in their communities. It centers the role of public education in preparing adolescents to participate in the country's diverse democracy.
Bright Futures (The Ford Family Foundation) is sponsored by The Ford Family Foundation. Grants aligned with the Bright Futures focus on ensuring that every rural child has opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive, from early education through career pathways. These grants support educational experiences emphasizing early childhood education, helping children start strong in their early grades, and preparing students for the transition from high school to postsecondary education or a career. Youth development programs that provide meaningful learning and enrichment during out-of-school hours are also supported.
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