San Francisco Human Rights Commission - Empowerment and Capacity Building Grant Program - RFP 101 (2026)
City of San FranciscoCity · San Francisco, CA- Due
- Mar 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
The 30-second brief
The City and County of San Francisco Human Rights Commission seeks proposals from qualified equity-focused foundations to act as a Foundation Partner for the Empowerment and Capacity Building (ECB) grant portfolio under the Dream Keeper Initiative. The selected partner will design and administer a transparent, equitable mini-grant program and provide technical assistance, mentorship, fiscal management, and capacity-building support to small community-based organizations and emerging nonprofits serving marginalized communities in San Francisco. The grant program has a not-to-exceed amount of $10 million with anticipated funding of up to $7 million distributed over a 2-year term. Key requirements include administrative experience, fiscal capacity, compliance with City contracting policies, and alignment with HRC goals. Proposals are due by March 23, 2026 at 12:00 PM Pacific.
Community and Cultural Alignment (25), Grant Management Expertise (20), Fiscal Health and Operational Capacity (25), Capacity Building Approach (25), Transition Planning (5)
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Summary
The City and County of San Francisco Human Rights Commission seeks proposals from qualified equity-focused foundations to act as a Foundation Partner for the Empowerment and Capacity Building (ECB) grant portfolio under the Dream Keeper Initiative.
The selected partner will design and administer a transparent, equitable mini-grant program and provide technical assistance, mentorship, fiscal management, and capacity-building support to small community-based organizations and emerging nonprofits serving marginalized communities in San Francisco. The grant program has a not-to-exceed amount of $10 million with anticipated funding of up to $7 million distributed over a 2-year term. Key requirements include administrative experience, fiscal capacity, compliance with City contracting policies, and alignment with HRC goals. Proposals are due by March 23, 2026 at 12:00 PM Pacific.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Attachment I: Applicant Coversheet and References
- Attachment II: Proposal Template
- Last three (3) fiscal years' Form 990 or Equivalent
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- San Francisco, CA
- Reported agency
- City and County of San Francisco
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of San Francisco?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of San Francisco in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Community and Cultural Alignment (25), Grant Management Expertise (20), Fiscal Health and Operational Capacity (25), Capacity Building Approach (25), Transition Planning (5)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment I: Applicant Coversheet and References, Attachment II: Proposal Template, Last three (3) fiscal years' Form 990 or Equivalent. Review the full document from City of San Francisco for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Francisco, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.