About Community Improvement Designations (CID)
Community Improvement Designation (CID) Grant Update – FY 2026/2027
📅 Important Dates
🗓 Event/Activity Period: All funded events or activities must take place between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027
📥 Application Opens: July 1, 2026 – we encourage eligible organizations to apply early in the new fiscal year
✨ What’s New for FY 2026/2027
💵 Maximum Award: Up to $2,500 per applicant
🌟 About the Program
The Community Improvement Designation (CID) Grant Program helps enhance the quality of life in Riverside County by supporting local nonprofits, neighborhood groups, and community partners that provide:
📚 Educational
🎨 Recreational
🎭 Cultural
🌱 Environmental
💼 Economic development programs
💡 CID Grants May Support:
🎉 Community events and cultural celebrations
🎵 Arts, music, and heritage projects
👩👧👦 Youth and senior services
🚓 Public safety and emergency preparedness
🌳 Beautification or environmental clean-up projects
❤️ Health and wellness initiatives
Eligibility:
🏘 Organizations must operate within or serve communities in Riverside County, and funding must directly benefit the public.
📸 Share Your Story
We welcome:
📝 Updates
💬 Testimonials
📷 Photos from past CID recipients
Show us how these funds have made a difference in your organization and in the community!
The Community Improvement Designations aim to enhance the Riverside community by improving the living conditions for current residents and stimulating new growth. This is achieved through various means such as educational and recreational projects, arts and cultural programs, environmental awareness initiatives, economic development endeavors, and other projects that contribute to the community's welfare and elevate the quality of life in the region. Any public or private community group or non-profit organization operating within or serving the County of Riverside is eligible to seek CID funding.
Before You Apply: Community Improvement Designation (CID) Grant Guidelines
Before You Apply: Community Improvement Designation (CID) Grant Guidelines – FY 2026/2027
Before submitting your application, please review the following guidelines to ensure your project aligns with District 1’s goals and County requirements.
📌 Key Guidelines:
Public Record Notice: All CID applications are public records and may be subject to disclosure under the California Public Records Act.
Individual Review: Each application is evaluated on its own merit. Submission does not guarantee approval or funding.
District 1 Focus: Priority is given to projects that benefit residents within Riverside County’s First Supervisorial District.
Processing Timeline: Please allow up to 8 weeks for review and processing. Funds are not disbursed immediately.
One-Time Funding: Approval of a CID grant does not guarantee funding in future years or cycles.
Use of Funds: Funds must be used as described in the approved application. Documentation may be requested to verify use.
⚠️ Restrictions & Requirements:
Election-Year Rule: No CID grants will be awarded or publicly announced within 60 days of an election in which the Supervisor appears on the ballot.
Final Report Required: All recipients must submit a final report and itemized accounting within 60 days of expending the funds.
Photo Submission: Grant recipients are required to submit high-resolution photos showing how the funds were used. These may be used in County or District 1 communications.
Unused Funds: Any unused or undocumented funds must be returned to the County.
🏛️ Eligibility & Compliance:
Nonprofit Status Required: Applicants must be in good standing with both the California Secretary of State and the IRS. Proof of current nonprofit status is required.
- Secretary of State https://bizfileonline.sos.ca.gov/search/business
- CA Attorney General https://rct.doj.ca.gov/Verification/Web/Search.aspx?facility=Y
Applications and Forms
Download Fiscal Year CID Application
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