Malibu Opens City Grant Application Window For Nonprofits

MALIBU, CA — The city is now accepting applications for its 2026-27 round of General Fund Grants.

The grants are awarded each year to local charitable, volunteer and philanthropic organizations that benefit the community. Nonprofits must submit applications, which are reviewed by the City Council’s Administration and Finance Subcommittee, and presented to the City Council for award during the annual budget approval, according to city officials.

"This program supports essential community services, strengthens local organizations, and helps nonprofits expand programs that improve quality of life for Malibu residents. Grant funding can help organizations sustain operations, reach more residents, and deliver meaningful services tailored to community needs," reads a release from the city.

Here's a list of last year's recipients:

• Adamson House Foundation — $10,000
• Aurelia Foundation — $2,500
• Big Heart Ranch — $2,500
• California State Parks — $7,500
• California Wildlife Center — $10,000
• Children's Lifesaving Foundation — $4,000
• Emily Shane Foundation — $15,000
• Esperance Center — $1,500
• Gan Malibu — $2,500
• Hand in Hand — $2,000
• Malibu Coast Surf Lifesaving Association — $14,000
• Malibu Community Labor Exchange — $10,000
• Malibu Film Society — $18,000
• Malibu Friends of Music — $5,000
• Malibu Little League — $14,000
• Malibu Marlins — $13,000
• Malibu Monarch Project — $2,500
• Malibu Search and Rescue — $15,000
• Meals on Wheels West — $3,000
• Paradise Cove Gardens — $2,000
• Poison Free Malibu — $6,000
• Resource Conservation District — $10,000
• Shalom Institute — $10,000
• Skin Divine Cosmetics — $2,500
• Wishtoyo Chumash Foundation — $10,000

Applications are due March 31. More information is available on the city's website.