What is the difference between the CEP and NRP grants?

• The Community Enhancement Program (CEP) supports programs and activities that promote tourism, economic development, cultural activities, job creation, and quality of life in San Diego County.

• The Neighborhood Reinvestment Program (NRP) supports one-time purchases to support community needs, such as educational, environmental, cultural, recreational, public safety, health, and social service projects. NRP often funds facility improvements, equipment purchases, and other one-time investments that benefit the community.

Can I apply for multiple grants?

• Organizations may apply for both CEP and NRP if their projects meet the eligibility requirements of each program. They may also apply to multiple Supervisorial offices. Separate applications are required.

Where does the funding for these programs come from?

A) Community Enhancement Program (CEP)

• i. Local non-profit entities and government agencies may be eligible for Community Enhancement (CE) grant funding from the County to stimulate tourism, promote the economy, create jobs, and improve quality of life for residents of San Diego County.
• ii. The amount of funding from the General Purpose Revenues for the Community Enhancement Program shall be the same as the amount of Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) revenues estimated and proposed to be budgeted by the County of San Diego; however, the Board has the discretion to allocate a greater or lesser amount of General Purpose Revenues for Community Enhancement. The total amount of funding shall be distributed evenly among the five Supervisorial Districts for purposes of recommending grant awards. In Fiscal Year 2024-2025, Supervisor Joel Anderson’s office is responsible for allocating $1,053,098 in Community Enhancement funding.
• iii. Each fiscal year, a budget is developed to award grant funds fairly across District 2’s many communities. Eligible organizations in a community can only be awarded grant funds if they apply. Should eligible applications exceed the amount budgeted for that community, Supervisor Anderson may convene a Grant Steering Committee comprised of community stakeholders to advise him which applications are highest priority for the community

B) Neighborhood Reinvestment Program (NRP)

• i. The Neighborhood Reinvestment Program provides grant funds to County departments, public agencies, and to non-profit community organizations for one-time community, social, environmental, educational, cultural, or recreational needs.
• ii. Neighborhood Reinvestment Program (formerly known as the Community Projects Program) began in Fiscal Year 1998-99 with a total budget of $5.0 million. Beginning with Fiscal Year 1999-00, the allocation was increased from $5.0 million to $10.0 million. Resources available for the Program are subject to budget priorities as established by the Board of Supervisors. The total amount of funding is distributed evenly among the five Supervisorial Districts for the purpose of recommending grant awards. In Fiscal Year 2023-2024, Supervisor Anderson is responsible for allocating $2,000,000 in Neighborhood Reinvestment Program funding.
• iii. Each fiscal year, a budget is developed to award grant funds fairly across District 2’s many communities. Eligible organizations in a community can only be awarded grant funds if they apply. Should eligible applications exceed the amount budgeted for that community, Supervisor Anderson may convene a Grant Steering Committee comprised of community stakeholders to advise him which applications are highest priority for the community.

 

Eligibility

Who is eligible to apply?

• Nonprofit organizations and public agencies who meet the eligibility requirements set by the county. For more information, please click here: Community Enhancement, Neighborhood Reinvestment

 

Application Process

How do I apply?

• Applications are submitted online through Supervisor Anderson’s website. Applicants must complete all required application fields, upload supporting documentation, and answer all supplemental questions before submitting their application.

What documents are required?

• A cover letter that includes the following information:
• Brief history of your organization
• Description of the proposed project with cost estimate
• Whether you have any other active CEP or NRP applications
• Whether you have received CEP or NRP funding before. If so, please list the amounts and a brief description of the project
• A statement that the organization agrees to spend any awarded project funds within 12 months of grant award

1. A completed and signed grant application
2. Letter of exemption from the IRS or FTB
3. Copy of your organizations most recent form 990
4. Screenshots showing the organization is registered and in good standing with the California Secretary of State (SOS) and Office of the Attorney General (DOJ) (you can check your organization’s status here: Attorney General (DOJ), SOS)
5. Signed Levine Act Disclosure Forms for everyone whose name or signature is listed on the application

What is a Levine Act  form and who needs to complete it?

The Levine Act Disclosure Form is used to disclose political contributions and prevent conflict of interest in public funding decisions. Everyone whose name or signature appears on the application must complete a Levine Act Disclosure Form, regardless of whether they have ever made a political contribution.

 

Eligible Expenses

What types of expenses are eligible under each program ?

• Community Enhancement Program (CEP):
  • Overhead and operating expenses
  • Services
  • Rental costs
  • Program fees
  • Recurring or intangible expenses
• Neighborhood Reinvestment Program (NRP):
  • Materials, equipment, and supplies
  • Technology purchases and installation
  • Construction projects and renovations
  • Food for people or animals in need
  • Other one-time purchases

What expenses are not eligible?

• Scholarships, stipends, or donations are not eligible under either program.

 

Review & Timeline

When are applications due?

• Applications are accepted year-round during the County's grant cycle, which runs from July 1 through June 30. Organizations are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

How are applications reviewed?

• Once submitted, applications are reviewed by staff for completeness and eligibility.
• Supervisor Anderson reviews and approves applications at his discretion, typically once per quarter.
• When the amount of funding requested from a community exceeds the available budget, Supervisor Anderson may convene a Grant Steering Committee composed of community stakeholders to help identify local funding priorities.

Do I need to reapply after each quarter?

• No, only one application per program is required within a grant cycle. Applications will be considered for all remaining rounds of funding from the time they are submitted

• Funding decisions are made at Supervisor Anderson’s discretion, typically made on a quarterly basis. Organizations selected for funding will be notified by email and by mail.

 

If you have any additional questions, or would like to do discuss your project in more detail with a member of our team, please email our office at district2grants@sdcounty.ca.gov.