The Stanwood-Camano Community Grant Chest is CLOSED
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
Nonprofit Organizations – Any active 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a project in need of funding that directly benefits the community is eligible to apply. (Organization must be listed as active on the IRS exempt organization verification site, https://apps.irs.gov/app/eos.)
501(c)(8) and 501(c)(19) organizations are also eligible to apply, but must follow expenditure responsibility participation requirements (download participation requirements here).
Public Agencies – Public agencies such as schools, libraries, parks, fire and police departments with an unfunded project that directly benefits the Stanwood-Camano community may apply.
Grants are available for both projects and operating funds. Projects must meet the following criteria to be considered:
- They must directly benefit the Stanwood-Camano community (defined by the boundaries of the Stanwood-Camano School District).
- They must be realistic and attainable.
- They must have experienced staff and/or volunteers in place who can successfully implement the project, and a track record of strong operational management.
- They must be centered around charitable activities that are consistent with SCAF's vision and mission. Funds may not be used for lobbying, influencing elections, re-granting to individuals, or for any purpose other than charitable.
Operating fund grants are only available to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations physically located within the boundaries of the Stanwood-Camano School District. Operating fund grants are most likely to be awarded to start-up ventures rather than established nonprofit organizations.
Grant Application includes the following questions:
Contact Information
Org Name
Year Incorporated
Charitable Status
EIN
Website
Mission Statement
Names & Positions of Board of Directors
Balance Sheet as of 12/31/25
P&L for last fiscal year
Most recent 990 Form
Program/Project Name
Requested $ Amount
Total Program/Project Cost
Program/Project Budget
Description of program/project. Include how it benefits the Stanwood-Camano community, who will accomplish the work, and key goals to be achieved. (max. 400 words)