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Cole's Fund is sponsored by The California Wellness Foundation. Cole's Fund is a program within The California Wellness Foundation that allows non-grantmaking staff to engage in the grantmaking process. Past focus areas have included senior nutrition.
Grants are typically small and go to organizations in California with budgets under $1 million. Organizations cannot apply directly; staff members identify potential grantees that align with the foundation's vision and have a health and California connection, with preference given to organizations that do not typically receive grants from the foundation.
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Search similar grants →Key questions and narrative sections extracted from the solicitation.
What issue(s) will the organization or project address?
What geographic area(s) and population(s) will be served or targeted and why?
How will Cal Wellness funds be utilized to address the identified issues (include specific strategies, approaches, and activities)?
How does the proposed work align with the Advancing Wellness grantmaking program?
What are two key accomplishments of the organization?
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Organizations in California with budgets of less than $1 million that align with the Cal Wellness vision and have both a health and California connection. Preference is given to organizations that do not normally receive grants from the foundation. Organizations cannot apply directly. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Typically less than $5,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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