ENHANCING ESCONDIDO THROUGH CONNECTIONS & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - Escondido Charitable Foundation 13th Grant Cycle
In the Spring of 2019, ECF invited nonprofit organizations and agencies to submit proposals for initiatives that enhance Escondido through programs, activities and events that create connections, increasing civic engagement to build a stronger community. Successful applications will foster community participation and volunteerism, break down walls and silos that exist in the region, demonstrate collaboration and unite Escondido as a whole.
Research shows that youth, young adults and seniors who have meaningful, positive relationships in their lives have better mental and physical health outcomes; are more active in the community; are less likely to be involved in isolating behaviors; and feel an increased sense of belonging. In addition, vibrant neighborhoods and community gatherings strengthen quality of life by creating opportunities for residents to participate in and support the common good. By focusing on these aspects of community life, this ECF grants cycle will help build a shared sense of community among Escondido residents.
The six programs funded for the 2019-2020 grant cycle include: Middle & High School Leadership Initiative with A Step Beyond; Northern Lights with California Center for the Arts Escondido; Field Renovations with Escondido American Little League; Grant Avenue Music Festival with Escondido Downtown Business Association; Dixon Lake Playground with Hidden Valley Kiwanis; Explore and Restore Felicita County Park with the Nature Collective; and Inter-generational Literacy Tutoring Program with San Diego Oasis.
In the Spring of 2019, ECF invited nonprofit organizations and agencies to submit proposals for initiatives that enhance Escondido through programs, activities and events that create connections, increasing civic engagement to build a stronger community. Successful applications will foster community participation and volunteerism, break down walls and silos that exist in the region, demonstrate collaboration and unite Escondido as a whole.
Research shows that youth, young adults and seniors who have meaningful, positive relationships in their lives have better mental and physical health outcomes; are more active in the community; are less likely to be involved in isolating behaviors; and feel an increased sense of belonging. In addition, vibrant neighborhoods and community gatherings strengthen quality of life by creating opportunities for residents to participate in and support the common good. By focusing on these aspects of community life, this ECF grants cycle will help build a shared sense of community among Escondido residents.
The six programs funded for the 2019-2020 grant cycle include: Middle & High School Leadership Initiative with A Step Beyond; Northern Lights with California Center for the Arts Escondido; Field Renovations with Escondido American Little League; Grant Avenue Music Festival with Escondido Downtown Business Association; Dixon Lake Playground with Hidden Valley Kiwanis; Explore and Restore Felicita County Park with the Nature Collective; and Inter-generational Literacy Tutoring Program with San Diego Oasis.
- A Step Beyond Middle & High School Leadership Initiative
- California Center for the Arts Escondido Northern Lights
- Escondido American Little League Field Renovations
- Escondido Downtown Business Association Grand Avenue Music Festival
- Hidden Valley Kiwanis Dixon Lake Playground
- San Diego Oasis Inter-generational Literacy Tutoring Program
- Nature Collective Explore and Restore Felicita County Park
ENHANCING ESCONDIDO THROUGH ARTS & CULTURAL EXPERIENCES - Escondido Charitable Foundation 13th Grant Cycle
Arts and cultural experiences positively impact our local economy, generating $1.1 billion in total economy activity. Equally important is the affect arts and culture has in local neighborhoods. Artists have deep roots in communities, and their work inspires conversation, civic pride and positive, meaningful experiences within communities. That’s one of the many reasons why the Escondido Charitable Foundation (ECF) is hoping to increase arts and cultural experiences within its community.
At its 12th Annual Grants Celebration, ECF awarded $183,910 to six nonprofit programs that will enhance Escondido through interactive, publicly-accessible arts and cultural experiences.
"Allegro Strings Program Concert" Escondido Union School District Facebook Page
"The “Wall Speaks” mural to be dedicated June 18" - The Times-Advocate
"Mural to Highlight Escondido Culture" - Escondido Community Child Development Center Latest News
"Escondido Duo Paints 180-Foot-Long Mural of City's History" - NBC San Diego
"Escondido Celebrates 180 Feet of History on Mural" - NBC San Diego
"Ticitozaa Folkloric Dance Festival Trailer" - Tierra Caliente Academy YouTube Page
Arts and cultural experiences positively impact our local economy, generating $1.1 billion in total economy activity. Equally important is the affect arts and culture has in local neighborhoods. Artists have deep roots in communities, and their work inspires conversation, civic pride and positive, meaningful experiences within communities. That’s one of the many reasons why the Escondido Charitable Foundation (ECF) is hoping to increase arts and cultural experiences within its community.
At its 12th Annual Grants Celebration, ECF awarded $183,910 to six nonprofit programs that will enhance Escondido through interactive, publicly-accessible arts and cultural experiences.
- The Allegro Project from Civic Youth Orchestra, Inc. ($50,000)
"Allegro Strings Program Concert" Escondido Union School District Facebook Page
- The Wall Speaks from Escondido Community Child Development Center ($30,000)
"The “Wall Speaks” mural to be dedicated June 18" - The Times-Advocate
"Mural to Highlight Escondido Culture" - Escondido Community Child Development Center Latest News
"Escondido Duo Paints 180-Foot-Long Mural of City's History" - NBC San Diego
"Escondido Celebrates 180 Feet of History on Mural" - NBC San Diego
- Restoration of Historic Victorian from Escondido History Center ($16,778)
- Excavating Escondido II: An Interactive Adventure in Discovery from La Jolla Playhouse ($50,000)
- Ticitozaa Folklorico Dance Festival from Tierra Caliente Academy of Arts ($15,432)
"Ticitozaa Folkloric Dance Festival Trailer" - Tierra Caliente Academy YouTube Page