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HRC RFP 101 – Empowerment Grant
This request for proposals (RFP) seeks proposals from qualified nonprofit organizations to serve as intermediary partners delivering equitable grantmaking and capacity-building support to small and emerging community-based organizations in San Francisco.
Human Rights CommissionHRC RFP 101
HRC RFP 101 – Empowerment Grant
The San Francisco Human Rights Commission (HRC) is seeking proposals from qualified nonprofit organizations to serve as intermediary partners delivering equitable grantmaking and capacity-building support to small and emerging community-based organizations in San Francisco.
Through the Economic Capacity Building (ECB) initiative, RFP 101 will fund organizations that can:
- Administer and manage sub-grant programs
- Provide culturally responsive technical assistance
- Strengthen fiscal health and operational capacity
- Support long-term sustainability of community-rooted nonprofits
The goal of this RFP is to expand economic opportunity and build institutional strength within historically marginalized communities.
Required Submissions
Applicants must submit:
- Attachment I: Applicant Coversheet and References (completed via online Fillout Form – no separate upload required)
- Attachment II: Proposal Template (.DOC or .DOCX)
- Last three (3) fiscal years’ Form 990 or equivalent
Key Dates
- RFP Issued: March 3, 2026
- Informational Session: March 9, 2026
- E-Question Period: March 3–March 11, 2026
- Proposal Deadline: March 23, 2026 (12:00pm Pacific)
- Review & Scoring: March 24–April 10, 2026
- Notice of Intent to Award: April 30, 2026
- Negotiation Period: May 1–31, 2026
- Grant Start Date: July 1, 2026
All dates are subject to change.
Contact
For questions, please email: hrcgrants@sfgov.org