Our Purpose
We’re committed to meeting emerging needs in Escondido by increasing responsible philanthropy to benefit all who live, work and play in this special community.
Our purpose is to build our community endowment, provide funding to local nonprofit organizations and causes, and give community members a vehicle for legacy planning and gifts.
Escondido Community Foundation 2024 Grant Cycle: Art Speaks
Escondido Community Foundation accepted Requests for Qualification (RFQ) for Escondido-centered art projects. The RFQ is the first step in a two-step application process that will facilitate the allocation of funding. The funding range is $15,000 to $50,000. The RFQ application deadline (Tuesday, February 20, 2024) has passed.
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Escondido Giving Arch
On April 11, the Escondido Community Foundation (ECF) and the City of Escondido lit the 40-foot by 108-foot welcome arch over Grand Avenue at Centre City Parkway in honor of first responders and as a beacon of hope.
Jacquie Skay, Chair of the ECF Board, commented: “The original plan was to host a huge public ceremony, but the rules of the day changed that plan. We decided not to wait. Now is the time to give our community something to cheer about.”
“The Giving Arch” is in recognition of the generosity and community spirit of Escondido residents. The design of The Giving Arch reflects the architectural lines of Escondido City Hall and the philanthropic spirit of the community and will welcome both residents and visitors to Escondido.
A dedication ceremony will be held when the time is appropriate. Plaques are still available. Please complete the Giving Arch donation form here or contact Regional Affiliates Director Trudy Armstrong at trudy@sdfoundation.org for more information.
Become a Member
When you become a member, you make a difference for the causes you care about through collective grantmaking and endowment building.
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Events Co-Chair
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Emeritus
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2021 - 2022 Nonprofit Grantees
Escondido Community Foundation awarded $199,900 in funding during its 15th year of grantmaking to 8 programs that support workforce development.
Neighborhood Healthcare
Medical Assistant Training Program
Escondido Union High School District
San Pasqual High SuperNURDs Robotics Program
Interfaith Community Service
Veterans Employment Assistance Program
Urban Corps of San Diego County
Dual Work-Learn Program
Solutions for Change
Solutions Academy
Fred Finch CARES
Behavior Education and Skills Training
Escondido Union High School District
Escondido High Agriculture Farm to Fork Program
Palomar College Foundation
Technology for Medical Training
Contact Us
For more information or to join today, contact Trudy Armstrong, Regional Affiliates Director, at trudy@sdfoundation.org or (619) 764-8602.