NorCalPCA looks for varied international and domestic project opportunities benefiting different groups of people, in keeping with the spirit and idea of Peace Corps. The persons requesting funds must demonstrate commitment to the project by providing community labor, monetary contributions, local resources and/or training. NorCalPCA looks for opportunities to:

• Provide total project costs
• Fund start-up project costs
• Expand or replicate a successful project.

Funding Information

• Grants average from $1000-$5000 depending on the amount requested and funds available.

Eligibility Criteria

• They encourage projects submitted by Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and current Peace Corps Volunteers from Northern California.
• Funding will be provided for proposed project needs.

Ineligibility Criteria

• Financial support is not intended for individual scholarships or general operating expenses of the applicant organization.

Selection Criteria

• The prospective project will be evaluated for its potential to meet as many of the following as possible:
  • Be technically and economically feasible
  • Improve the general welfare of the community
  • Ensure that all those actively involved in the project will benefit from the results
  • Address community needs
  • Facilitate the transfer of technology, skills and knowledge to others
  • Foster self-sufficiency
  • Demonstrate environmental sensitivity
  • Promote social and gender equity

For more information, visit NorCalPCA.