Grants

With a full time grant writer and an ever changing ‘wish list’ of needs for our Campus, the Foundation actively pursues grant funding from a variety of sources – private foundations and government agencies are the primary organizations.

FUNDS RECEIVED IN 2010 INCLUDE:

$195,350 for Employment Programs (all provide general support)
· Arkelian Foundation – $10,000
· Harry & Ethel West Foundation – $10,000
· CA Dept. of Rehabilitation – $165, 350
· Patricia Brown Foundation – $5000
· Vons – $5000

$536,497 for the MRF
· Federal Grant – $526,497 (tire shredder)
· Union Bank – $10,000 (general support)

$85,000 for Recycling
· Hedco (utility loader)

$5000 for Training
· Sister Phyllis Hughes Endowment (CPR training equipment)

$5000 for Client Enrichment Programs
· Land o’Lakes (art studio for Art with a Purpose)

Prospective grant funding for 2011 includes obtaining funds to create new businesses and underwrite operating funds for the MRF, replacement of vehicles and heavy equipment, upgrade the website, expand enrichment programs for the Clients and enhance the building and grounds.