The next grant deadline for the Headwaters Fund Grant fund is February 1, 2012. There is close to $200,000 available to award in this round.

The mission of the Headwaters Fund is to improve the economy of Humboldt County.

Since 2003 the Headwaters Fund has been investing in projects for economic and community development in Humboldt County. The Headwaters Fund offers loans and grants for infrastructure projects, and economic development grants via the following three programs: the Grant Fund, the Community Investment Fund, and the Revolving Loan Fund. The purpose of the Headwaters Fund is to:

  • Support the growth of base industry clusters
  • Increase the number of sustainable jobs that pay at or above the median income
  • Enhance the quality of life for residents of Humboldt County through projects that promote healthy communities and protect and enhance the natural environment

Agendas and Minutes for Headwaters Fund Board Meetings

For more information on the Headwaters Fund, email delsbree@co.humboldt.ca.us or call Dawn Elsbree at 707-476-4805

What's New

$20,000 is now available annually in mini-grants for local programs and projects to promote economic development. Headwaters Mini-Grants are available in $1,000 -$1,500 increments and request letters are accepted on an ongoing basis. See the link below for more information.

Mini-Grant Program

Recently approved $200,000 grant for mariculture expansion on Humboldt Bay. Developed by local oyster farmers in collaboration with the Humboldt Bay Harbor Recreation and Conservation District, the grant pays for permitting additional acreage in the bay for mariculture. This project should result in doubling the available acreage from the 325 currently in production to over 600 and result in at least 33 additional jobs.

Mariculture Expansion Proposal

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