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Joint Institute for Wood Products Innovation Grant, FY 2025-2026
$450,000
California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This grant provides funding to various organizations and entities in California to promote innovation and sustainability in the forest products industry, supporting projects that enhance wood utilization and address workforce gaps.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY2024-25 Tobacco Grant Program
$28,500,000
California Department of Justice (Office of the Attorney General)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 28, 2024

Date Added

May 12, 2024

The Tobacco Grant Program, administered by the Office of the Attorney General, California Department of Justice, aims to foster a healthier California by curtailing illegal cigarette and tobacco sales and marketing to minors. This highly competitive program, enabled by Proposition 56, allocates funds to applicants with robust enforcement capabilities. Funded agencies will focus on enforcing tobacco-related laws, conducting retailer and online inspections, and enhancing local coordination and education efforts.

Law Justice and Legal Services
County governments
Wildfires Restoration Grant Program
Contact for amount
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions in restoring ecosystems and enhancing resilience in areas of the Angeles National Forest affected by past wildfires.

Environment
Nonprofits
Title V Competitive Sexual Risk Avoidance Education
$450,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Administration for Children ; Families - ACYF/FYSB)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 7, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local organizations in underserved states and territories to implement educational programs that encourage youth aged 10 to 19 to avoid non-marital sexual activity and promote healthy life choices.

Youth
Nonprofits
GFO-24-611 – Implementation of Medium- and Heavy Duty Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Blueprints 2.0
$8,000,000
California Energy Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that implement electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles in California, particularly benefiting communities in need.

Energy
Nonprofits
Division of Boating and Waterways Shoreline Erosion Control Grant Program
$11,500,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Feb 2, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California public agencies for projects that address shoreline erosion and enhance coastal restoration efforts.

Environment
State governments
Clean Air Grant Program
Contact for amount
Placer County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to businesses and public agencies in California to adopt cleaner technologies for heavy-duty engines and equipment, particularly benefiting low-income communities and promoting environmental justice.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Continuum of Care Program
$4,900,000
Sonoma County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local entities in Sonoma County to create housing solutions and services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, with a focus on transitional housing and supportive services.

Housing
Nonprofits
Micro-Grant Program
$12,500
Mendocino County Fire Safe Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 23, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Neighborhood Fire Safe Councils, Firewise Communities, and fire agencies in Mendocino County to implement projects that enhance wildfire preparedness and community resilience.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program Cycle 8 2026
$4,000,000,000
California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for public transit agencies and municipalities in California to develop major projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance public transit services, and improve connectivity, particularly benefiting disadvantaged communities.

Transportation
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Farm and Ranch Solid Waste Clean Up and Abatement Grant Program
$200,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to local governments and tribes in California for cleaning up illegally dumped waste on agricultural lands, helping to restore these areas for safe and productive use.

Environment
City or township governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant
$75,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments and private businesses for the installation and maintenance of sewage disposal stations to promote environmentally responsible boating in California.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Tobacco Grant Program FY 2025-26 Request for Proposals
$28,500,000
California Department of Justice (Office of the Attorney General)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 22, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California local government agencies for enforcement activities aimed at reducing illegal tobacco sales and marketing to minors.

Consumer Protection
City or township governments
Tobacco Grant Program
$28,500,000
California Department of Justice (DOJ)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 21, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local law enforcement and public agencies in California to strengthen efforts in reducing illegal tobacco sales and marketing to minors.

Law Justice and Legal Services
City or township governments
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
$15,000,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation (OGALS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 3, 2026

This program provides funding to urban and underserved communities for the acquisition, development, or renovation of public parks and outdoor recreation facilities, ensuring equitable access to safe outdoor spaces.

Recreation
City or township governments
Clean Air Grants Marine Diesel Engine Repower Program
$250,000
Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to businesses and organizations in Santa Barbara County for upgrading or replacing older diesel marine engines with cleaner technologies to reduce air pollution and improve public health.

Environment
Nonprofits
ABC/OTS Alcohol Enforcement Grant 2026
$40,000
California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to local law enforcement agencies in California to enhance alcohol enforcement and prevention strategies, aiming to reduce alcohol-related crime and improve community safety.

Safety
City or township governments
City of Thousand Oaks Community Sport Grant
$10,000
City of Thousand Oaks
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 11, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and school booster clubs in Thousand Oaks to improve local sports facilities and equipment for community benefit.

Recreation
Nonprofits
American Youth Services Grant Program
$7,500
Community Foundation of Mendocino County
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 13, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofits in Mendocino County to create enriching outdoor experiences for disadvantaged youth and adults, promoting personal growth, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.

Youth
Nonprofits
Impact Projects Grant Program
$25,000
California Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to California-based nonprofit organizations and local governments for collaborative art projects that address social issues in underserved communities.

Arts
Nonprofits