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We can do more, together. Donation / Volunteer Request In order to be considered for a 2026 grant or sponsorship, all applications must be submitted before August 31, 2026. Consideration is only given to nonprofits in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties.
Applications must be received at least 60 days prior to the event date, if applicable, and please allow at least 6-8 weeks from the event date for the review process to take place. Community Dividends grant requests will be reviewed starting September 1, 2026. Preference will be given based on CRA qualification and banking relationship.
To be eligible, you must be a registered nonprofit organization in good standing, operating within our service areas. Preference is given to organization's whose mission aligns with our focus areas. To support organizations or programs within organizations which primarily serve low- and moderate-income individuals and families in our communities.
Other focus areas include, but are not limited to: Instructions - Read Carefully Carefully read the instructions for a donation request to ensure that all the information you provide is thorough and accurate. You will be asked to supply basic information about your organization and specific details about your sponsorship, grant or volunteer needs.
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Prior to completing your application, please have the following documents ready to submit: 501c3 IRS designation letter Sponsorship levels and a donation request letter Any documents that can be used for low- and moderate-income (LMI) verification to show that your organization, or the event for which you are fundraising, serves the LMI community Multiple Requests During the Year If the organization plans to ask for multiple event or grant donations throughout the year, please submit each one separately, but do so at the same time.
The maximum annual sponsorship and grant amounts range from $2,500 to $10,000 total for the calendar year so please keep that in mind when submitting. Some exceptions may apply. We do our very best to accommodate all the volunteer requests we receive, but with a staff of 200 associates from Solvang to Westlake, resources can be limited.
Please allow at least 6-8 weeks for the recruitment process. This provides us enough time to approve the request and reach out to our team and see how many of them are willing to donate their time. Volunteer services are reserved specifically for non-profit clients who have a banking relationship with Montecito Bank & Trust.
Please choose the application from the list below that best suits your organization's request. For an event sponsorship or any type of sponsorship that has marketing value Community Dividends Grant Community Dividends Application For an event sponsorship or any type of sponsorship that has marketing value Community Dividends Grant Community Dividends Application For more information, contact Brandy Moody at (805) 963-7511 .
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits in good standing operating within Santa Barbara and Ventura counties; priority given to organizations serving low- and moderate-income individuals and families. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $2,500 to $10,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is August 31, 2026. 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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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Phase II is sponsored by Administration for Community Living. Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Phase II is a forecasted funding opportunity on Grants.gov from Administration for Community Living. Fiscal Year: 2026. Assistance Listing Number(s): 93.433. <p>The purpose of the Federal SBIR program is to stimulate technological innovation in the private sector, strengthen the role of small business in meeting Federal research or research and development (R/R&D) needs, and improve the return on investment from Federally-funded research for economic and social benefits to the nation. The specific purpose of NIDILRR's SBIR program is to improve the lives of people with disabilities through R/R&D products generated by small businesses, and to ...
The J.M.K. Innovation Prize is a grant from The J.M. Kaplan Fund recognizing early-stage social entrepreneurs working on environmental, heritage, and social justice challenges. The prize rewards individuals and organizations demonstrating innovative, entrepreneurial approaches to enduring problems. Applications for the 2025 prize were accepted February 11 through April 25, 2025 via an online portal. Spanish-language applications are welcomed, and a Spanish application form is available for download. The prize is biennial and open to a broad range of applicants across the United States working on forward-thinking solutions at the intersection of environment, community, and cultural heritage.
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) is a financial assistance program from NYS EFC and NYS Department of Health providing low-interest loans and grants to upgrade drinking water infrastructure in New York State. Eligible borrowers include community water systems and nonprofit non-community water systems. Projects must be listed on the Department of Health's Intended Use Plan (IUP) before applying. The program prioritizes projects addressing public health risks, aging infrastructure, and emerging contaminant compliance, with enhanced funding available through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.