helping local businesses thrive
$1m+ Given out so far
How it Works
Apply
Small business owners apply for grants that are then processed by our partner, the Santa Barbara Foundation.
Review
Our grant committee is made up of members throughout Santa Barbara County. They sort through each application and thoughtfully consider how grants are dispersed based on needs and available funds.
Give
Grant recipients can use funds to grow, improve or sustain their business. And the best part is that SBBT grants are never meant to be paid back—it is not a loan.
Giving to all of Santa Barbara County.
To date, we’ve been able to give grants to close to 100 small businesses across Santa Barbara county! Below are just some of those businesses.