Grant Seekers
For 50 years, SMCF has partnered with nonprofits doing brave, essential work to strengthen our community. Our grants are designed to support organizations and projects that respond to real needs, deliver measurable impact, and uplift San Miguel’s most vulnerable residents.
Only SMCF Trusted Community Partners may apply for Project Grants or Pass-through Donations. Not yet a member of our Nonprofit Network? That’s step #1.
project grants
Member nonprofits may apply for targeted, project-based funding to benefit the San Miguel community. We focus on early-stage nonprofits with limited access to traditional funding sources, where a modest grant can make a big impact.
We offer two grant cycles each year, with submission deadlines on April 15 and October 15.
- Early-stage nonprofits serving the Municipality of Allende
- Groups serving vulnerable or underserved populations
- SMCF Trusted Community Partners
- Complete application
- Provide a detailed project description & budget
- Submit financial documents
- Signature of the president or treasurer required
- Project must begin within 30 days of award
- Final report + facturas due within 30 days of completion
- Tangible, time-bound initiatives
- Improve access to food, health, education, arts, environment, or economic stability
- Strengthen long-term capacity or resilience
- Benefit vulnerable communities
- Demonstrate measurable outcomes
To help us celebrate your impact, ensure transparency, and be eligible for future grants, please submit your final project report within 30 days of completion.
Your report must include:
Financial Documentation
- Original facturas for all SMCF-funded expenses issued in your organization’s legal name, including date, factura number, amount, and description
- Bank statement showing where SMCF grant funds were deposited
- All project-related payments
A brief final financial summary for the entire project (including matching funds, if applicable)
Impact & Outcomes
- A short narrative describing what the project accomplished and how it benefited the San Miguel de Allende community
- Estimated number of people served
- Photos/video documenting the completed project
Compliance
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Current Opinion of Compliance: both SAT Federal & SATEG State
We know reporting takes time, and we truly appreciate the care you put into this vital step. Your documentation helps us steward resources responsibly and continue supporting the incredible work happening across San Miguel.
our passion
Every grant we make is part of a shared commitment to care, collaboration, and community trust for the city we love.
We don’t just fund projects or organizations. We walk alongside the people behind them, offering guidance, encouragement, accountability, and capacity-building mentorship.
If you’re working to strengthen San Miguel with integrity and heart, we’d look forward to exploring what’s possible. Together.
