As we look ahead to the new year, we are grateful for your partnership and for all you do to strengthen West Marin. We’re excited to offer a series of learning and training opportunities in January.
Join fellow West Marin nonprofits to learn about our 2026 grant opportunities, technical assistance support, and best practices in fiscal sponsorship—register now!
2026 Grant Opportunities
Thursday, January 15 · 10 – 11 am
We’re pleased to invite you to a webinar on West Marin Fund’s 2026 Grant Opportunities, open to all nonprofit organizations and community partners interested in learning more about our funding priorities and application process.
During the webinar, we will share an overview and calendar of our 2026 grantmaking opportunities, including:
- Collaborative Impact Grants – launching in February
- Organizational Effectiveness Grants – launching in February
- Community Enrichment Grants – submission deadlines in March and September
- Strategic Invitation Grants – open year-round in priority areas
- Additional supporting efforts
Technical Assistance for Letters of Intent
Wednesday, January 28 · 3 – 4 pm
Would you like help drafting a successful Letter of Intent for a Collaborative Impact grant? Impact Launch practitioners Megan Joseph and Sarah Emmert will offer technical assistance to support the Collaborative Impact project. You are invited to attend an online meeting to learn more about Technical Assistance.
Fiscal Sponsorship
Friday, January 30 · 10 – 11:30 am
The Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership (CVNL) will lead a webinar on Fiscal Sponsorship for nonprofit leaders, and grassroots organizers in West Marin. Demystify fiscal sponsorship and receive practical guidance for those currently serving as sponsors, those utilizing sponsorship, and those exploring the model for future use. Discover best practices and common pitfalls in fiscal sponsorship relationships. Explore the roles, benefits, and limitations of fiscal sponsorship for both sponsors and sponsored projects. Space will be limited.
