Community Enhancement Program

Thank you for your interest in applying to the County’s Community Enhancement Program. My office applauds the vital work of community-based organizations and their dedication to providing access to those who most need the assistance. Please read my priorities below to see how your organization aligns with those priorities. Local non-profit entities may be eligible for Community Enhancement (CE) grant funding from the County to stimulate tourism, promote the economy, create jobs, and improve quality of life.

FY 26/27 application and instructions will be available on July 1, 2026.

The Community Enhancement Program provides grant funds to nonprofit organizations and public agencies for programs and services that promote:

Tourism

Job creation and economic development

Quality of life

Cultural activities

To be considered for funding, applicants must complete all required fields and submit all requested documentation. Applications that are incomplete or missing required attachments cannot be considered.

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact District3Grants@sdcounty.ca.gov.

COUNTY DISTRICT 3 GRANTS GUIDELINES

Please read this webpage and grant application questions carefully. Given the high volume of grant applications, only completed applications to the County District 3 grants webpage form below will be considered for grant awards.

Each County of San Diego Board of Supervisors (BOS) office controls its grants schedule. As a result, grant schedules may differ, and it is highly recommended that CBOs contact an individual BOS office on specific grant-related questions.

If awarded:

o BOS offices have the discretion to fully fund or partially fund any item requested for funding in the grant application.

o District 3 will award CBOs one NRP award per fiscal year (FY).

Grant applications will be accepted throughout the FY. Review of submitted applications and award announcements will depend on the grant application’s submission date.

Step One

Neighborhood Reinvestment Grant Application

Download and complete the Neighborhood Reinvestment Program application. Once completed go to Step 3 and upload your completed application.

NRP Application

Step Two

Supplemental Questions

Organization Name

Primary Grant Contact (First & Last Name)

Primary Grant Contact Email

Primary Grant Contact Number

Address of Organization

What is your organization's mission?

What Category Best Describes Your Organization? *

If you selected "other," please indicate the category.

Is your grant request serving County District 3 residents? * Yes No

If yes, how is your grant request serving County District 3 residents? Please be as specific as possible on County District 3 populations served, intended measured outcomes, addresses of events, and locations of programmatic efforts.

If not, please explain why your grant request should be considered. Please be as specific as possible on populations served, intended measured outcomes, addresses of events, and locations of programmatic efforts.

My priorities are as follows:

Increasing Economic Opportunity for All.

Promoting Safe and Healthy Communities.

Reimagining Public Safety.

Tackling Housing and Homelessness.

Please Explain How Your Grant Request Aligns With The Priorities.

Is This Your Organization’s First Time Submitting An Application For Community Enhancement Grant Program? * Yes No

Will Your Organization Also Submit A Neighborhood Reinvestment Grant Application This Cycle? * Yes No

Step Three

Completed & Signed NRP Application

Choose File

Additional Documentation & Submit

Cover Letter

Detailed Itemized Budget Specific To Grant Request

Completed and Signed Levine Act Disclosure Form

Copy of the IRS letter showing current tax exempt/non-profit status (not required for government/public agencies)

Copy of pages 1-8 of the most recent IRS form 990 or pages 1-3 of 990ez. For organizations with gross receipts of less than $50,000, attach IRS form 990n e-postcard (not required for government/public agencies)

Screenshot from the California Attorney General Charitable Registration Verification Tool showing CURRENT or EXEMPT status or other evidence of compliance with the with the Attorney General (not required for government/public agencies) *

Screenshot from the Secretary of State Business Search website showing the non-profit organizations are showing ACTIVE status or other evidence of compliance with the Secretary of State (not required for government/public agencies) *

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