San Diego, CA–The San Diego Foundation announced $200,000 in grants are available to support local efforts focused on supporting quality of life for older San Diegans.
The age-friendly communities grant is open to San Diego-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to further assist older San Diegans in low-income and underserved communities throughout the San Diego region. Eligible organizations may request a maximum of $30,000 per proposal to advance and sustain older adult-serving initiatives to address health and socioeconomic disparities, including access to safe transportation options, supportive housing services and affordable healthcare.
The grant application window is now open and ends at 5 p.m. on August 13.
“We are inspired by community partners who are supporting equity in aging,” said Katie Rast, Director, Community Impact, of The San Diego Foundation. “By advancing efforts to ensure our region is a place where all older adults thrive, we are collectively supporting a vision of a safe and healthy community for all San Diegans.”
According to the California Department of Aging’s Master Plan for Aging, many older adults are economically insecure, struggling to afford costs associated with housing, health and care. These challenges disproportionately impact low-income communities. As nearly one-third of older Californians are considered poor or near-poor, services that support older adults are critical.
The grant will support efforts that prioritize equity while addressing needs related to housing, healthy aging, and transportation.
If applicable, projects are encouraged to demonstrate alignment with existing Age-Friendly municipal action plans. To apply for the AFC grant, visit sdfoundation.org/grantseekers/apply-for-assistance.
