Fund Purpose
Guided by an advisory committee of Latino civic and business leaders, the Latino Leadership Fund invests in programs and organizations that empower, amplify, and uplift future Latino leaders.
Grant cycle overview
This opportunity supports programs and projects that are Latino-led or primarily Latino serving that are building local leadership, empowering Latinos, amplifying Latino voices in leadership and public life or uplifting the next generation of Latino leaders.
funding priorities
Youth and/or Women
Programs that build confidence, agency, and opportunity for youth or women through mentorship, professional and personal development, and access to resources
Education
Efforts that improve educational outcomes, remove systemic barriers, and support Latino students from early learning through post-secondary success
Leadership & Professional Development
Initiatives that cultivate Latino leaders of all ages, including civic leadership training, board development, and career advancement
application details
A grant cycle with $150,000 in funding will be open May 30 – June 30, 2025. Funding requests may range and must not exceed $20,000. If awarded, the award amount may vary.
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
School districts and public higher education institutions are eligible to apply
Located in Stanislaus County
Must be a program and project within the above-stated priority areas & in operation a minimum of one year from time of applying
Only one application per organization. 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.
Advisory Committee Members
Aaron Valencia
Cesar Camarillo
Edith Jacinto
Enrique Rios-Ellis
Esther Rivera
Monica Blandon
Rebeca Baeza