The Malibu City Council approved $415,000 in General Fund grants to two nonprofit organizations supporting local education and emergency preparedness at its Oct. 15, 2025 meeting.
The Malibu Education Foundation received $315,000 and the Community Brigade was awarded $100,000 as part of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 General Fund Grant Program.
"Our nonprofit partners reflect the passion of Malibu's residents for contributing to and taking care of each other and our community, and are essential to Malibu's strength and resilience," said Mayor Bruce Silverstein. "By awarding these grants, the City Council reaffirms its commitment to supporting organizations that make a real difference in the lives of our residents and help keep Malibu a safer, connected, caring community."
The Malibu Education Foundation supports public education for Malibu students by providing critical funding for instructional support, academic intervention, arts education, athletics and other programs that enhance learning opportunities. The organization works to ensure student success across Malibu schools. More information is available at www.malibueducationfoundation.org.
The Community Brigade focuses on disaster preparedness and community resilience efforts in Malibu neighborhoods. The organization trains local volunteers in emergency readiness, wildfire preparedness, home hardening and neighborhood coordination, helping residents better prepare for and respond to emergencies. More information is available at www.communitybrigade.org.
The grants represent the city's ongoing commitment to investing in programs that directly benefit residents, strengthen community partnerships and enhance long-term resilience, safety and quality of life in Malibu.
The City of Malibu's General Fund Grant Program provides annual financial support to nonprofit organizations whose programs deliver direct benefits to Malibu residents. Grant applications are evaluated by the Administration and Finance Subcommittee, with final approval by the City Council as part of the city's fiscal planning process.
More information about the General Fund Grant Program is available at http://www.malibucity.org/generalfund.
Edited by SMDP Staff