Teichert Foundation – Community Grants
Supporting Community Well-Being, Education, and Sustainability in Teichert Service Areas
Organization: Teichert Foundation
Support Type: Charitable grants (one-year awards)
Geographic Focus: Counties served by Teichert Construction and Teichert Aggregates (CA & NV)
Application Deadline: July 31, 2026 (Cycle 2)
About the Funder
The Teichert Foundation supports nonprofit and public agencies working to strengthen communities across the regions where Teichert operates. The Foundation prioritizes projects that address root causes, demonstrate measurable outcomes, and complement existing community services. Grants are generally awarded for one year, with a preference for project-specific requests.
Funding Priorities
The Foundation considers requests in the following categories:
- Civic Improvement
- Community & Social Services
- Culture & the Arts
- Education & Workforce Development
- Environmental Sustainability
- Rehabilitation & Health Services
- Youth & Elderly Services
From time to time, the Board may identify special emphasis areas in response to emerging needs.
Eligible Geography
Both the organization and the proposed program must be within Teichert’s geographic scope. Programs originating from out-of-area agencies are not eligible—even if delivered locally.
Eligible counties include:
Alameda, Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, Contra Costa, El Dorado, Fresno, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, San Benito, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Joaquin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tuolumne, Tulare, Washoe (NV), Yolo, Yuba.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be a 501(c)(3) public charity (not a private foundation under 509(a)) or a government/public agency
- Operate and deliver the funded program within the eligible counties
- Submit required grant reports if previously funded before applying again
- Maintain up-to-date information in GuideStar (used for eligibility review)
What the Foundation Looks For
Competitive proposals demonstrate:
- Broad community benefit and local volunteer engagement
- Collaboration with other community organizations
- Focus on underlying causes, not just symptoms
- Clear monitoring, evaluation, and outcomes
- Strong governance and fiscal responsibility
- A plan for sustainability beyond the grant term
Requests for specific purposes are preferred over general operating support.
Funding Amounts
- Typical grant range: $3,000–$7,500
- Annual grants budget: ~$450,000
- Grants are generally one-year only
Ineligible Requests
The Teichert Foundation does not fund:
- Explicit religious activities (distinct from social/educational programs)
- Political organizations or campaigns
- Fraternal organizations
- Courtesy advertising or benefit tickets
- Telephone solicitations or national fundraising efforts
Timeline & Review
Fiscal Year 2026/2027
- Cycle 2 Opens: July 1, 2026
- Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
- Decisions Announced: December 1, 2026
Application Process
All applications must be submitted via GOapply. Late, mailed, or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://teichert.com/teichert-foundation/grant-distribution-guidelines/
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is ideal for organizations that:
- Serve communities within Teichert’s operating regions
- Propose clearly defined projects with measurable outcomes
- Demonstrate collaboration, volunteer engagement, and sustainability
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
- Review Type: Competitive, fixed cycles
- Next Deadline: July 31, 2026
- Typical Award: $3,000–$7,500
- Best Suited For: Place-based nonprofits and public agencies in CA & NV counties listed above
