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California grants for City or township governments

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California Watershed Protection Fund
$40,000
Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community-based projects in California that aim to improve water quality and protect watersheds, particularly in areas affected by environmental enforcement actions.

Environment
Nonprofits
California’s Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator (EVC RAA) Program
$59,484,345
California Energy Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 5, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to electric vehicle service providers, contractors, and public entities in California to repair, replace, and install EV charging ports, particularly in disadvantaged communities.

Energy
Small businesses
GFO-24-301 – Environmental Sustainability of a Clean Energy Transition (Enviro-SET)
$3,000,000
California Energy Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2024

This grant provides funding for research and development projects that promote California's transition to a fair and sustainable zero-carbon energy system while addressing environmental goals.

Energy
Small businesses
Clean Air Grants - Locomotives
$250,000
Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the replacement of high-emission locomotives with cleaner technologies in Santa Barbara County, particularly benefiting disadvantaged communities and promoting public health.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R24
$3,900,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to assist local governments and organizations in developing and maintaining recreational trails and facilities for motorized trail users.

Education
Nonprofits
City of Visalia Nonprofit Youth Grant Program Fund
$6,500
City of Visalia
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 18, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Visalia that offer programs and services specifically designed to benefit local youth.

Youth
Nonprofits
Song-Brown Certified Nurse Midwifery programs (CNM)
$396,000
California Department of Health Care Access and Information
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 11, 2024

This program provides funding to educational institutions in California to train Certified Nurse Midwives, with the goal of increasing primary care access in underserved communities.

Education
Small businesses
City of Grover Beach WGA Business Grant Program
$2,000
City of Grover Beach
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 24, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local businesses affected by construction disruptions along West Grand Avenue in Grover Beach, helping them maintain operations during the improvements.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant
$700,000
California Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 25, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public agencies and organizations in California for transportation planning projects that promote sustainability, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance community resilience, particularly benefiting under-resourced communities.

Transportation
City or township governments
Groundwork Grants
$20,000
Groundwork Grants
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to California-based cultural heritage institutions, particularly those serving historically underrepresented communities, to enhance their disaster preparedness and preservation efforts.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Rubberized Pavement Grant Program 2025
$750,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 1, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments, regional park districts, and eligible Tribal Entities in California to promote the use of recycled rubberized pavement in public roadways and pathways, helping to reduce tire waste and support sustainable practices.

Environment
City or township governments
Endangered Species Act Conservation Planning Grant Program (Nontraditional Section 6)
$1,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to state and local organizations for large-scale conservation planning and land acquisition efforts to protect endangered species and their habitats in California.

Environment
Small businesses
Poway Community Foundation Grant Program
$10,000
Poway Community Foundation (PCF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 11, 2025

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies to implement projects that improve the quality of life for residents in Poway, California.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Measure A Safe Routes to School, Bicycle, and Pedestrian Program
$4,200,000
Santa Barbara County Association of Governments
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to schools, universities, and local agencies for projects that improve bicycle and pedestrian safety and access near schools in South Coast communities of Santa Barbara County.

Safety
City or township governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Law Enforcement Financial Aid Program FY24
Contact for amount
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to local government agencies in California to enhance boating safety and enforcement measures in heavily used waterways that lack sufficient funding.

Environment
City or township governments
California Community Reinvestment Grants Program
$3,000,000
California Governor's Office of BU.S.iness and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 14, 2024

This program provides funding to local health departments and community-based nonprofits in California to support services that address the negative impacts of past drug policies on disproportionately affected communities.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF)
$5,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support to public agencies and nonprofit organizations for preservation planning and educational outreach efforts related to historic sites across the United States.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Reinvestment Grants Program
$3,000,000
California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 14, 2024

This program provides funding to local health departments and community-based nonprofits in California to support individuals and communities disproportionately affected by past drug policies through services like job placement, mental health treatment, and legal assistance.

Workforce Development
City or township governments
Hearts & Minds Educational Technology Fund
$5,000
El Dorado Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations serving El Dorado County and nearby areas for capacity building and community improvement projects.

Community Development
City or township governments
GFO-24-605 – Technical Assistance for Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure Funding
$4,000,000
California Energy Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 29, 2024

This grant provides funding to organizations that will help under-resourced communities access financial support for developing zero-emission vehicle infrastructure projects, such as charging stations.

Energy
Small businesses