The Rotary Club of Alameda distributes thousands of dollars in community grants each year through its Season of Giving Program. Funds for the program are generated by a Lobster Dinner, the generosity of sponsors, and the Alameda Rotary Endowment Foundation. Last year, more than 30 nonprofits received grants, all of which ended up contributing to the greater good of our community.
One of the goals of the grants program is to give out small grants to more Alameda’s 501(c)(3) nonprofits rather than fewer, larger grants, in order to support the diversity of missions these local nonprofits serve. Another goal is to fund smaller organizations that do not have the resources to raise capital.
Additionally, the Rotary Club of Alameda understands that leaders of the city’s nonprofit organizations may be operating with minimal or no staff, so the Rotary Club has tried to streamline the application process. The Community Grants Committee will be evaluating the various applications based on responses to three questions to be submitted on your organization’s letterhead.
To receive the application form, just send a request by email message to [email protected].
Deadline: Applications are due on March 18, 2025. Winners will receive their awards at the April 15 Rotary Club lunch-hour meeting.
The Lobster Dinner that makes these community grants possible will take place on Friday, March 14, 5 to 8 p.m. at the Rathskeller, Alameda Elks Lodge, 2255 Santa Clara Avenue.
Details:
- No-host bar: 5 to 6 p.m.
- Lobster dinner: 6 to 8 p.m.
- Dinner menu: Fresh lobster, salad, pasta, bread, and coffee. Vegan options are available; please note on check or registration form.
- Live local music.
- Silent auction and raffle. All proceeds benefit the Community Grants Program.
- Tickets: $95 per person. Purchase online or mail a check (payable to Alameda Rotary Endowment Foundation) to Bill Dal Porto, 208 Brighton Court, Alameda, CA 94502. Payment must be received by March 10.
Don’t miss this evening of great food, good fun, community spirit, and a chance to make a meaningful difference in Alameda through the Rotary Club’s Community Grants Program. And don’t forget your checkbook for the silent auction and raffle!
