GrantExec

California grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

Explore 142 grant opportunities

LBCF Community Impact Fund Grant 2025
$25,000
Long Beach Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 5, 2025

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities in Long Beach that are focused on addressing learning loss and improving the mental health of youth and young adults affected by the pandemic.

Health
Nonprofits
Rotarian Foundation of Livermore Community Grant 2025
$10,000
Rotarian Foundation of Livermore (RFL)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 13, 2025

This grant provides funding to community organizations in Livermore Valley for projects that support underserved populations, including youth, veterans, and seniors, while promoting diversity and sustainable improvements in the area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Graduate Student Research and Education 2025
$30,000
Western Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This grant provides funding for full-time graduate students in the Western U.S. to collaborate with their academic advisors and local producers on projects that promote sustainable agriculture through research and education.

Science and Technology
County governments
2025 College Corps Education Award Only Expansion Pilot Request for Applications
$80,000
CA Volunteers
State

Application Deadline

Aug 6, 2025

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This grant provides funding to California higher education institutions to expand their College Corps programs, enabling college students to engage in community service while earning educational awards.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Natural Resources Support for Edwards AFB, CA
$562,725
U.S. Department of Defense (Fort Worth District)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 28, 2025

Date Added

Jun 28, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed for organizations within the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units Program to support natural resource management and conservation efforts at Edwards Air Force Base in California.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY25 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management California Plant Conservation and Restoration Management
$975,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 8, 2025

Date Added

Jan 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for governments, educational institutions, nonprofits, and tribal organizations in California to develop and implement projects focused on native plant conservation and restoration, enhancing ecological resilience and biodiversity.

Natural Resources
State governments
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) Fund 1.5
$300,000
California Employment Training Panel
State

Application Deadline

Nov 25, 2025

Date Added

Nov 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations training electricians in California to install electric vehicle charging infrastructure, with a focus on increasing access for disadvantaged and rural communities.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
FY25 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management California Aquatic Resource Management
$225,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 8, 2025

Date Added

Jan 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various government entities, nonprofits, and educational institutions for projects that protect and restore California's aquatic resources and ecosystems, particularly benefiting underserved and indigenous communities.

Natural Resources
State governments
KidsGardening Water Wise Garden Grant Program 2025
Contact for amount
KidsGardening
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 13, 2024

Date Added

Sep 1, 2024

The Water Wise Garden Grant, a collaborative effort between Hunter Industries and KidsGardening, aims to support public and charter schools in San Diego County. This initiative aligns with the broader mission of promoting water conservation, water stewardship, and responsible water management through the engaging medium of gardening. By fostering an understanding of these critical environmental concepts at an early age, the grant contributes to the development of environmentally conscious citizens and resilient communities. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are public and charter elementary schools within San Diego County that serve at least 15 youth. The program specifically targets organizations that support, work with, or serve communities with a majority of under-resourced individuals, defined as those systematically denied resources and opportunities based on factors like race, gender, ethnicity, income level, abilities, or geographic location, or those currently experiencing hardship. The overarching impact goal is to dramatically expand learning opportunities for program participants and to ensure the intended impact reflects the needs of the community, particularly in areas where resources are limited. Funding priorities for the Water Wise Garden Grant are based on demonstrated need and program impact. KidsGardening prioritizes organizations affected by multiple socioeconomic and sociodemographic factors, as well as those with limited access to consistent and substantial monetary support or prior grant funding. Furthermore, organizations working with greater than 50 youth are given priority, indicating a focus on maximizing reach and educational impact. The grant also emphasizes the importance of using funds to install new or improve existing youth gardens, ensuring tangible and sustainable educational environments. The expected outcomes include enhanced learning opportunities for students regarding water conservation and sustainable gardening practices. Measurable results for 2025 will see five elementary schools in San Diego County each awarded $1,000 in funding, coupled with an irrigation supply kit valued at $500. This combination of financial support and practical resources is designed to facilitate the creation or enhancement of gardens that serve as living classrooms, fostering hands-on learning and practical application of water-wise principles. The theory of change underpinning this grant posits that by investing in youth garden programs within under-resourced communities, children will develop a deeper appreciation for environmental sustainability and become advocates for responsible water management.

Infrastructure
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
National Philanthropy Day Initiative
$5,000
Long Beach Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2025

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofit organizations in Long Beach, California, to lead a one-day volunteer project that beautifies the exterior of their facilities, enhancing community spaces through visible improvements.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Biologically Integrated Farming Systems
$1,000,000
CA Department of Food and Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Jun 27, 2025

Date Added

Jun 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports California-based organizations in developing and demonstrating innovative farming practices that reduce chemical pesticide use while promoting sustainable pest management.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Cultural And Natural Resources Support At The Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California
$300,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Naval Facilities Engineering Command Southwest)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 11, 2025

Date Added

Jul 11, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to enhance cultural and natural resource management at a major Marine Corps training facility in California, focusing on archaeological collections and wildlife protection programs.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Katy Stone Memorial Fund Grant
$25,000
Long Beach Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 5, 2025

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in Long Beach to support programs that promote the physical, mental, and spiritual development of youth and individuals.

Recreation
Nonprofits
FY25 IIJA/IRA Bureau of Land Management California Recreation and Visitor Services
$200,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 3, 2025

Date Added

Dec 5, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to government entities, tribes, and non-profits for projects that improve outdoor recreation access and infrastructure in California, particularly for underserved communities.

Natural Resources
State governments
Fiscal Year 2025 National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Multi-State and National Earthquake Assistance
$300,000
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Department of Homeland Security - FEMA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2025

Date Added

Aug 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions for initiatives that improve earthquake safety and awareness across multiple states or nationally.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Local Highway Safety Improvement Program
$10,000,000
California Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Sep 9, 2024

Date Added

May 12, 2024

Achieving a significant reduction in fatalities and serious injuries on all local public roads. Description: The Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP), codified as Section 148 of Title 23, United States Code (23 U.S.C §148), is a core federal-aid program to States for the purpose of achieving a significant reduction in fatalities and serious injuries on all public roads. The Division of Local Assistance (DLA) manages California's local agency share of HSIP funds. California's Local HSIP focuses on infrastructure projects with nationally recognized crash reduction factors (CRFs). Local HSIP projects must be identified on the basis of crash experience, crash potential, crash rate, or other data-supported means. Eligibility Requirements Eligible Applicants: Public Agency Tribal Government Any California local agency that owns, operates, and maintains the public roadways can apply.

Transportation
City or township governments
COVID-19 Mitigation Project - Round 3
$1,000,000
California Department of Health Care Services
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This funding opportunity supports California-based organizations that provide mental health and substance use disorder services to vulnerable populations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Health
Nonprofits
FY2025 Golden Mussel Prevention and Control in the Western United States
$500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 17, 2025

Date Added

Aug 7, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for various organizations to implement prevention and control measures against the invasive golden mussel in Western U.S. waters, focusing on ecological protection and public awareness.

Environment
State governments
Youth Employment Initiative
Contact for amount
Amity Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 9, 2025

Date Added

May 1, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed for community organizations in Sacramento County to provide essential employment services to justice-involved youth with disabilities, helping them gain skills and secure meaningful jobs.

Employment Labor and Training
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY25 Bureau of Land Management Fuels Management and Community Fire Assistance- Bureau wide
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 23, 2025

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for state and local governments, tribal organizations, educational institutions, and nonprofits to implement wildfire risk reduction projects and community fire preparedness initiatives across various regions, excluding Nevada and Wyoming.

Natural Resources
State governments