PROGRAM AREA

GGS Early Literacy

Only one request from an organization will be funded in a 12-month period.

Building Critical Skills

The GGS Early Literacy program promotes literacy for children, including acquisition of reading, writing, and comprehension skills, and application of literacy skills to critical thinking and self-expression.

ORGANIZATIONS WE FUND

Those serving at-promise students from preschool through third grade in Marin and San Francisco counties.

PROGRAMS WE FUND

Programs that are entirely dedicated to early literacy programming, with strong evaluation methods in place and a proven record of effectiveness. Requests may be for general or program support.

OR

Programs that are community-based and infuse literacy into in-school and/or out-of-school programs, with a particular focus on students facing adversity (e.g. English Language Learners). Requests may be for specific program support, to strengthen evaluation methods, and/or for projects designed to build collaboration with other literacy programs.

NEW APPLICANTS

HOW TO APPLY

If you have reviewed the application criteria above and would like to apply, you will be able to access the application in the grants portal when the submission period is open.

 

GGS EARLY LITERACY GRANTEES

HOW TO REAPPLY

Grantees who have received funding within the past year and wish to be considered for subsequent grant funding should submit an application. The application questions can be found here. Please note, the foundation no longer requires grant reports for single-year grants. Abbreviated reporting questions are incorporated into the application. Click the checkbox for the prompt “Did you receive a Bella Vista grant last year?” and answer the additional questions before moving to the narrative section. Please contact Araceli Ayala, Grants Manager, at aayala@pfs-llc.net with questions. 

ADDITIONAL

PROGRAM AREAS

WATERSHED RESTORATION

The Watershed Restoration program focuses on restoration and revitalization of key watershed ecosystems within specific geographic areas in California and Oregon.

PRE-3 SUPPORT

The Pre-3 Support program focuses on building resiliency among families facing adversity or trauma by helping parents and caregivers cope with toxic stress.

GGS HEALTHY LIVING

The GGS Healthy Living program supports organizations that enable youth to thrive and live up to their full potential by building resiliency, promoting healthy coping strategies and positive decision-making, and preventing unhealthy behaviors.