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California Arts Grants

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Cultural Participation and Community Engagement Grant
$25,000
San José Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 30, 2024

This funding opportunity supports San José-based nonprofit organizations, small artist groups, and individuals with fiscal sponsors in creating arts projects that foster community engagement and celebrate cultural diversity.

Arts
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
Together in Community Grant
$10,000
Zellerbach Family Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 13, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations for community-focused events in the San Francisco Bay Area that promote inclusivity and cultural engagement among historically underserved populations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Sacramento Film + Media Grant Program
$10,000
City of Sacramento Entertainment Services Division
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This program provides funding to filmmakers and media producers to support film and television projects that take place in Sacramento, promoting local economic and cultural growth.

Arts
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Community Project Grants Program
$6,000
Arts Council for Long Beach
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides financial support to arts and cultural organizations in Long Beach for innovative projects that engage the community and promote diverse artistic expression.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Arts, Culture & Heritage Grant Program
$27,500
Napa County Arts & Culture Advisory Committee
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 25, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Napa County that promote arts, culture, and heritage, aiming to enhance community engagement and attract tourism.

Arts
Nonprofits
City of Santa Clarita Community Services and Arts Grants
$7,500
City of Santa Clarita
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 24, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that deliver community services and arts programs benefiting residents of Santa Clarita, California.

Arts
Nonprofits
IECF Idyllwild Community Fund Grant
$5,000
Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 26, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations serving the Idyllwild and surrounding mountain communities in Southern California, focusing on programs that enhance the arts, education, well-being, environmental protection, and public safety.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Individual Artists Fellowship Program
$1,000,000
California Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local governments in California to support individual artists and culture bearers across various disciplines, ensuring equitable access to resources and enhancing community engagement through artistic practice.

Arts
Nonprofits
City of La Mesa E-Bike Incentive Program
$1,200
City of La Mesa
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This program provides financial incentives for La Mesa residents and workers to purchase electric bicycles, promoting sustainable transportation and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Community Development
City or township governments
Central Valley Community Grants
$100,000
The Wonderful Company
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 7, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofits, schools, and local agencies in California's Central Valley to enhance health, education, and social equity initiatives in communities like Kern, Kings, and Fresno Counties.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Cultural Grants Program
$80,000
City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles to create accessible cultural and artistic projects that engage the community through free or low-cost events.

Arts
Nonprofits
BENT Film Festival Grant
$1,500
Sacramento Region Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This grant provides financial support to LGBTQ+ filmmakers and artists in the greater Sacramento area to create and showcase projects that highlight queer stories and experiences.

Arts
Individuals
Sundance Institute Graton Artist Opportunity
Contact for amount
Sundance Institute
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This opportunity provides support and resources for Indigenous artists connected to California tribes to enhance their filmmaking skills and professional development.

Arts
Individuals
Arts in Laguna Beach
$32,900
City of Laguna Beach
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 23, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations that present arts programs in Laguna Beach, enhancing cultural experiences for both residents and visitors.

Arts
Nonprofits
Arts Council Santa Cruz County Support Grants
$7,000
Arts Council Santa Cruz County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 23, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and artists in Santa Cruz County to create and present high-quality arts programming, engage diverse audiences, and promote equitable access to the arts.

Arts
Nonprofits
Cultural Grants Program
$80,000
City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed for nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles County that provide arts and cultural services, enabling them to enhance and expand their projects that benefit the local community.

Arts
Nonprofits
Community Enrichment Grant Program
$10,000
Community Foundation of Mendocino County
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 7, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofits in Mendocino County for projects that enhance community well-being, particularly for underserved populations, through collaboration and innovative initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Berkeley FILM Foundation’s General Grant
$25,000
Berkeley Film Foundation (BFF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 22, 2025

This grant provides financial support to documentary filmmakers in the East Bay area who are creating socially impactful films on contemporary issues.

Arts
Individuals
Façade and Property Improvement Grant Program
$25,000
City of La Mesa
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 6, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to La Mesa businesses for exterior property improvements, enhancing their facades and overall appearance to boost the local economy.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses