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California Agriculture Grants

Explore 101 grant opportunities

Leopold Conservation Award - California
$10,000
Sand County Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This award recognizes and rewards California farmers, ranchers, and forestland owners for their exceptional land stewardship and conservation efforts that enhance soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitats.

Environment
Individuals
Sacramento Valley Floodplain Enhancement for Salmon and Shorebirds
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations, governments, and educational institutions to restore floodplain habitats in the Sacramento Valley, benefiting both juvenile Chinook salmon and migratory shorebirds.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board Research and Outreach Program
$383,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture (PD/GWSS Board)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 3, 2024

This grant provides funding for researchers and outreach professionals to develop innovative solutions addressing critical pests and diseases affecting California's winegrape industry.

Natural Resources
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Pine Cone Foundation’s Micro-Grant
$3,500
Pine Cone Foundation (PCF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This program provides funding for small-scale projects in various fields, such as arts, education, and community development, to support individuals and organizations with limited access to other grant opportunities.

Agriculture
County governments
California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP)
$750,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2024

This grant provides funding to organizations that promote the use of WIC and senior nutrition benefits to help low-income shoppers access fresh, California-grown fruits and vegetables at farmers' markets, particularly in underserved communities.

Food and Nutrition
Small businesses
California Workplace Outreach Project (CWOP) Program Year (PY) 2025-27
$500,000
California Department of Industrial Relations
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 23, 2024

This initiative provides funding to community-based organizations in California to promote workplace safety and educate workers about their rights under labor laws.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Creative Communities in California
$10,000
City of San Diego
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 4, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts and culture organizations in San Diego to create community-engaging projects that enhance access to the arts and enrich local neighborhoods.

Arts
Nonprofits
Round 11a Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) Agricultural Conservation Acquisition Grants
$500,000
California Department of Conservation (DOC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2025

This program provides funding to California cities, counties, nonprofits, and tribes to permanently protect agricultural lands from urban development, promoting environmental sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Agriculture
State governments
Clean Air Grants - Off-Road Equipment Replacement
$250,000
Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for replacing high-polluting off-road diesel equipment with cleaner alternatives in Santa Barbara County, prioritizing projects that utilize zero-emission technology and benefit disadvantaged communities.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Garden Education Projects in California
$2,000
San Diego Ag in the Classroom (SDAITC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 29, 2024

This grant provides funding and resources to schools in San Diego County to create and enhance garden-based educational projects that integrate various academic subjects through hands-on agricultural learning experiences.

Education
Nonprofits
Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Grant for Program Year 2024-25 (PY 24-25)
$500,000
California Employment Development Department
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 5, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist farmworkers in improving their skills and transitioning to new job opportunities, particularly in underserved communities across California.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Farmworker Advancement Program (FAP) Technical Assistance (TA) and Developmental Evaluation (DE) Solicitation for Proposals (SFP) for Program Year 2024-25 (PY 24-25)
$1,000,000
California Employment Development Department
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2024

This grant provides funding to organizations that support adult farmworkers in California by offering technical assistance and evaluation services to improve their employment and education outcomes.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Regular Grants
$50,000
Thornton S. Glide Jr. and Katrina D. Glide Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations in the U.S., particularly in California, to acquire capital assets for projects focused on animal protection, wildlife conservation, agriculture, environmental preservation, and the arts.

Animal Welfare
Nonprofits
Agricultural Stationary 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 agricultural businesses in Santa Barbara County for replacing old diesel engines with cleaner electric alternatives to reduce air pollution and improve public health.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
The Organic Transition Grant Program
$30,000
California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2024

This program provides financial support and resources to California farmers transitioning from conventional to organic farming practices over a three-year period.

Food and Nutrition
Individuals
Opportunity Young Adult Career Pathway Program
$25,000,000
California Employment Development Department
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that help young adults aged 18-28 facing economic challenges access quality jobs and career advancement through innovative workforce development programs and essential support services.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Tribal Wildfire Resilience Grant Solicitation 2025
$5,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California Native American tribes for projects that enhance wildfire resilience through cultural practices, ecological management, and community safety initiatives.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
2025 CalAgPlate Grant Program
$170,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 10, 2025

This program provides funding to support agricultural education, career training, and leadership development initiatives for K-12 students and community organizations in California.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
We Believe in Growing Scholarship
$10,000
Coast Counties Peterbilt
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 26, 2025

This scholarship provides financial support to high school seniors in five California counties who are pursuing a college education in agriculture and demonstrate a commitment to advancing the agricultural industry.

Agriculture
Individuals
Dairy Business Innovation Initiative Grant
$500,550
Fresno State Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 5, 2024

The Pacific Coast Coalition is offering a grant of over $1 million for dairy processors in selected states to fund projects that diversify dairy product markets, promote business development, and encourage innovative use of regionally produced milk, with funds potentially used for planning, training, equipment, product development, and co-packing capabilities.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses