Media Grant Program

Hutton Parker Foundation’s Media Grant Program provides Santa Barbara County-based nonprofits with unique opportunities for targeted and timely community outreach. In partnership with The Santa Barbara Independent, The Santa Maria Sun, and Coastal View News, selected organizations can spotlight their mission, needs, and services to the residents, workforce, and visitors of the region.

For over 20 years, we’ve proudly partnered with 500+ local nonprofits, and in 2025, we’re continuing our commitment to equitable access across southern and northern Santa Barbara County.

Who Can Apply?

  • Must be a Santa Barbara County-based nonprofit (501(c)(3))

  • Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly

Coastal View News

What’s Included:
2-page featured story in print & online, plus:

  • Professional interview & photography

  • PDF print version

  • Organizational rights to all materials

Frequency:
1 campaign per quarter (4 total in 2025)

Deadline Schedule:

  • Q1: Jan 31

  • Q2: Apr 30

  • Q3: Jul 31

  • Q4: Oct 31

2025 Featured Org:

  • Mar: Carpinteria Children’s Project (CCP)

The Santa Barbara Independent

What’s Included: 4-page, tabloid-size newsprint insert

Frequency: 6 campaigns annually

Deadline Schedule:

  • Program paused and not currently accepting new applications.

2025 Featured Org:

  • Feb: Santa Barbara Police Activities League

Santa Maria Sun

What’s Included: Full-color, 4-page center-spread insert

Frequency: 2 campaigns per quarter (8 total in 2025)

Deadline Schedule:

  • Jan 1 (prints Jan & Mar)

  • Mar 1 (prints Apr & Jun)

  • Jun 1 (prints Jul & Sep)

  • Sep 1 (prints Oct & Dec)

2025 Featured Orgs:

  • Jan: Neurofighters

  • Mar: NatureTrack Foundation

  • Apr: Pilgrim Terrace

  • Jun: SB Wildlife Care Network