The Tupo Pamoja Fund supports initiatives and organizations that benefit Black/African American communities in Stanislaus County. Grounded in resident-led decision making, the program is guided by a committee of Black/African American representatives who understand what 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.
funding priorities
Funding priorities for the 2026 grant cycle focus on:
Programming dedicated to Black community building
Education, including but not limited to:
K-12
Financial Literacy
Senior Education
Workforce Development
Health & Wellness
application details
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
Must be based in and have programming within Stanislaus County
Must support innovative programs, initiatives, services or other ideas within the above-stated priority areas that serve Black/African Americans in Stanislaus County
Must be a Black led organization or project
Open to new and ongoing projects
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 Umeeka Sheena at usheena@stanislauscf.org or 209.576.1608 x 106.
2026 committee members
Gina Vargas
Jacob Mosley
Janeiro Freeda Sr.
Kimisha Dunn
Leroy Gambrell
Ruby Kennedy