The Community Fund for Carmel Valley (CFCV) aims to serve residents, businesses, and organizations in Carmel Valley by enabling contributions to the greater good. As an affiliate of the Community Foundation for Monterey County, it leverages administrative, investment, and grantmaking expertise to improve the lives of community members both presently and in the future. Governed by a local advisory board of volunteer community members, its mission centers around oversight, fundraising, setting grantmaking priorities, and awarding grants to achieve substantial local impact.
The grant program prioritizes causes and projects that were of special interest to Virginia and Robert Stanton, such as the Stanton Center, repair and maintenance of specific public buildings, and support for certain community and cultural organizations. This endowment generally favors one-time special or capital projects over ongoing operational support, specifically emphasizing capital improvements with the potential for significant social benefit. Eligible capital projects may receive support for predevelopment expenses and construction costs, contingent upon the applicant having secured at least half of the funding goal. Additionally, the Stanton Endowment Grant Committee evaluates proposals based on anticipated public benefits, cost-effectiveness, historical success, and alignment with the broader priorities of the Community Foundation for Monterey County and the Stanton Endowment itself.