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California grants for Native American tribal organizations

Explore 403 grant opportunities

HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) – Tribal Applicants
$8,000,000
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This program provides financial support to cities, counties, and Native American entities in California to create and maintain affordable housing for low-income families.

Housing
Native American tribal organizations
Public Access
$5,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This funding opportunity is designed to support organizations working on habitat restoration and public access projects in California, particularly those that enhance ecosystem connectivity and benefit underserved communities.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Desert Conservation Program
$1,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support for conservation projects that benefit disadvantaged communities, enhance climate resilience, and promote biodiversity in California's desert regions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Riparian Habitat Conservation
$3,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that restore natural habitats and improve public access to these areas, particularly benefiting communities that have been historically underserved.

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

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and governmental entities in California to implement projects that improve water quality and protect watershed ecosystems, particularly benefiting vulnerable communities through environmental justice initiatives.

Environment
Nonprofits
Local Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)
$10,000,000
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 2, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to local public agencies in California for infrastructure projects aimed at improving roadway safety and reducing traffic-related injuries and fatalities.

Transportation
City or township governments
Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Program – Construction
$586,000,000
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public entities and tribal governments for the construction of wastewater treatment facilities and projects that improve water quality and manage pollution in various environments.

Environment
Nonprofits
Sustainable Transportation Planning Grants
$700,000
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 9, 2026

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
Rubberized Pavement Grant Program
$750,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

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
Small Community Drinking Water (SCDW) Funding Program
$50,000,000
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to small disadvantaged communities in California to improve their drinking water infrastructure and ensure access to safe and reliable drinking water.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Community Support Grant Program
$1,000
Community Foundation of Mendocino County
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 2, 2024

This grant provides funding for public events or educational opportunities that benefit the residents of Mendocino County, promoting community engagement and addressing local needs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Vertebrate Pest Control Research Program
$500,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 23, 2025

This program provides funding for research and educational projects aimed at improving methods to control vertebrate pests that threaten California's agriculture, environment, and public safety.

Agriculture
Individuals
Explore the Coast Overnight
$5,000,000
California Coastal Conservancy
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This grant provides funding to improve and create affordable coastal accommodations for Californians, especially those from low and middle-income households and underserved communities, to enhance their access to the coast.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Grant for Program
$1,000,000
California Employment Development Department
State

Application Deadline

Oct 12, 2026

Date Added

Nov 5, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations that support California farmworkers by offering essential skills training, job placement assistance, and wraparound services to help them advance in their careers.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Drought Emergency: Protecting Salmon
$100,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that restore and protect salmon habitats in the Klamath River Watershed, specifically targeting collaboration with local Tribes and landowners to enhance resilience against drought and climate change.

Environment
Nonprofits
2027 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$600,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This program provides funding to organizations and entities that enhance the competitiveness of California's specialty crop industry, including fruits, vegetables, and horticulture, through innovative projects that benefit the industry as a whole.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Beach Grants
$9,737,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 21, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to states, territories, and Tribes for monitoring beach water quality and ensuring public safety from harmful pathogens during recreational activities.

Environment
State governments
Community Investment Program
$25,000
TC Energy Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Ride to the Wild Fund
$600
Humboldt Area Foundation and Wild Rivers Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This grant provides funding for K-12 teachers in Humboldt County, California, to cover transportation costs for nature-based field trips that promote environmental education and awareness among students.

Education
Independent school districts
Ford Family Foundation Technical Assistance Grants
$5,000
The Ford Family Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2024

This grant provides funding to rural organizations in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California, to strengthen their capacity through activities like training, strategic planning, and expert consultations.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits