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Together in Community Grants is a grant from the Zellerbach Family Foundation that funds public events and community gatherings in the San Francisco Bay Area that celebrate and uplift historically underserved communities. The program supports fairs, festivals, and similar events that foster a shared sense of belonging and meaningful cultural or community engagement. Grants are awarded in amounts of $5,000 or $10,000.
Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) or fiscally sponsored organizations hosting events in Alameda, Contra Costa, or San Francisco County. Events must align with ZFF strategic priorities, take place within six months of the award notification date, and may not center on sales, educational workshops, or industry-specific recognitions. Only one grant per organization per calendar year is awarded.
Note: the program has paused grantmaking for 2026.
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Together in Community – Zellerbach Family Foundation After much consideration, the Together in Community program is pausing grantmaking for 2026. We value the various events that celebrate and uplift communities and cultures and create opportunities to connect and share space. Please return to the Together in Community website for updated information as it becomes available or email togetherincommunity@zff.
org with any questions. As part of Zellerbach Family Foundation’s commitment to a vibrant region where people feel safe and connected, Together in Community grants reinforce ZFF’s goals to promote shared experiences, build power, and create a shared sense of belonging by fostering stronger and more inclusive communities in the Bay Area.
Through a simplified and expedited open application process, Together In Community grants support fairs, festivals and other public gatherings and events that celebrate and uplift historically underserved communities, create opportunities to connect and share space, and articulate a meaningful cultural component and/or purposeful community engagement. Grants will be made in $5,000 or $10,000 amounts to eligible grantseekers.
Grantseekers must meet the following requirements: Grantseekers must be 501c3 or fiscally sponsored organization Events must take place in Alameda, Contra Costa, and/or San Francisco County Events must be aligned with ZFF strategic priorities The following are ineligible for Together in Community grants: Events curated around a specific artistic discipline or a multidisciplinary festival of related artistic voices, i.e., Community Arts eligible projects Events that take place prior to the notification date Events focused on sales, vendors, and/or business growth Industry-specific events (awards, recognitions, etc.) Educational events/workshops/classes Together in Community grants support specific events designed to intentionally bring communities together; TiC grants do not support ongoing programming or general operations Events must take place within six months of the award notification date While an organization may apply more than once, only one Together in Community grant will be awarded per calendar year Current ZFF grantees are eligible to apply for Together in Community grants Receipt of a Together in Community grant will not impact other ZFF funding Application Cycle Due Dates: Monday, February 10, 2025 – for notification on March 17, 2025 Monday, June 23, 2025 – for notification on July 21, 2025 Monday, October 6, 2025 – for notification on November 3, 2025 Grantees will be notified via email.
Once notified, grants will be processed through Fluxx, ZFF’s online grants management system. Information about applying organization (address, website, phone, year founded, geographic scope, EIN if applicable) Contact information (name, number, email, address) What is the event? (Please describe the event in 2 -3 simple sentences.)
Who is the intended community being served by this event and why? How are you engaging the community and what, if any, cultural component will be part of the event? What do you hope to achieve?
When and where will the event take place? Tell us about the applying organization. (optional) How much are you requesting?
How long did it take you to complete this application?
Applications are evaluated by ZFF Staff based on the following criteria: The proposal articulates a clear plan to bring communities together to create a shared sense of belonging The proposal clearly defines the intended community The proposal clearly describes community engagement and/or cultural component The proposal clearly articulates alignment with ZFF priorities In addition to alignment with ZFF goals, strategies and priorities, grants are determined by number of applications received and available funds.
To apply, grantseekers must submit an application via this form , which requests organization information, contact information and brief details about the upcoming event. Project and organization budgets are not required. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
If you have additional questions regarding program priorities, eligibility, or process, please reach out to ZFF staff at togetherincommunity@zff. org . 455 Market Street, Suite 2200 View full credits and photo descriptions.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) or fiscally sponsored organizations hosting events in Alameda, Contra Costa, or San Francisco County. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000 - $10,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Together in Community Grants is funded by Zellerbach Family Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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