The Adelante Fund supports initiatives and organizations that benefit Latino communities in Stanislaus County. Grounded in resident-led decision making, the program is guided by a committee of Latino representatives who understand which investments will be most impactful in addressing the needs of their community.
The 2026 grant cycle is open Sunday, February 1 through Sunday, March 15, 2026. Office Hours will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, February 18 from 12 - 1 p.m. for those who have questions. Click here to join.
funding priorities
Funding priorities for the 2026 grant cycle focus on:
Services/programs that support migrant/immigrant families (including but not limited to legal aid support, farm workers, basic needs, etc.)
Arts & Culture (including but not limited to cultural events and festivals, art classes, performing arts, etc.)
application details
The application will be open February 1 through March 15, 2026.
Up to $75,000 in grant funding will be awarded in the grant cycle. Funding requests may not exceed $10,000. If awarded, the award amount may vary.
Awards will be announced via email in May. Projects must be completed within 12 months of being awarded.
Eligibility
Must be tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code or have a fiscal sponsor that has 501(c)(3) status and provide written authorization confirming its willingness to act as the fiscal sponsor
Be located in Stanislaus County
Support innovative programs, initiatives, services, or other ideas within the above-stated priority areas that serve Latinos in Stanislaus County
Organizational budget size of $500,000 or below
Must be a Latino led organization or project
Only one application per project/program. Fiscal sponsors are allowed to apply on behalf of more than one program/project
Contact Information
For more information, or if you have any questions, please contact Maria Cortez at mcortez@stanislauscf.org or 209.576.1608 x 102.
2026 committee members
Alina Arzola
Azucena Buendia
Carmen Torres
Diego G. Capistran
Larry Garcia
Maricela Vela
Nancy Urieta
Nasson Sanchez
Vivian Lopez