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California Arts Grants

Explore 359 grant opportunities

Community Challenge Grant
$150,000
City and County of San Francisco
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 22, 2025

This program provides funding for community-led projects in San Francisco that enhance public spaces and foster neighborhood engagement through beautification and cultural activities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
McDonaldโ€™s Golden Grants Program
$20,000
McDonaldโ€™s
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 8, 2025

This program provides financial support to educational and nonprofit organizations that serve Kโ€“12 students in specific communities across select states, funding innovative projects that enhance learning and youth development.

Education
Independent school districts
TOT Grant Program for Non-Profits
Contact for amount
Sacramento County
Local

Application Deadline

Feb 6, 2026

Date Added

Jan 23, 2025

This funding opportunity provides up to $1 million to nonprofit organizations in Sacramento County to support community programs in areas like economic development, arts, and health services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
City of Santa Monica Community Access & Participation Grant Program
$2,000
City of Santa Monica
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 8, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit arts and culture organizations based in Santa Monica to enhance access to high-quality arts programs for local residents and visitors.

Arts
City or township governments
Community Funding Grant Program
$20,000
City of Cupertino
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This program provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations in Cupertino for projects and events that enhance community well-being, focusing on social services and the arts.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
CFSLOCO Community Grant Program
$40,000
The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in San Luis Obispo County, California, to enhance their initiatives in arts, environment, health, and services for seniors and people with disabilities, promoting community wellbeing and equity.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Grant Program
$7,500
The City of Pleasanton
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide youth programs aimed at improving the quality of life for young residents in Pleasanton through initiatives in arts, culture, and youth services.

Arts
Nonprofits
LA Arts Community Fire Relief Fund
$10,000
Center for Cultural Innovation (CCI)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This fund provides financial assistance to artists and arts workers in Los Angeles County who have been impacted by recent wildfires, prioritizing those with significant economic hardship and losses not covered by insurance.

Arts
Nonprofits
West Sacramento Foundation Grant
$2,000
West Sacramento Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This funding program provides small grants to local nonprofit organizations that serve residents of West Sacramento, supporting community-driven projects that enhance quality of life, promote equity, and foster civic pride.

Community Development
Nonprofits
The Robert H. Janssen Youth & Youth Sports Fund
$5,000
The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofit organizations in San Luis Obispo and nearby areas that provide youth enrichment and sports programs focused on active participation, ensuring accessibility for all community members.

Education
Nonprofits
City of Coronado Mini-Grant
$15,000
City of Coronado
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Coronado to support community events, services, and activities that promote local cohesion and engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Victor Thomas Jacoby Awards
$10,000
Humboldt Area Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 1, 2024

This grant provides financial support to visual artists and craftspeople residing in Humboldt County, California, to help them advance their creative projects.

Arts
Individuals
Content Emerging Artist Award
$5,000
SVCREATES
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2025

This grant provides financial support to early-career artists in Santa Clara County and nearby areas who have shown artistic achievement and community engagement, helping them advance their creative work.

Arts
Individuals
CFNS McConnell Fund
$50,000
Community Foundation of the North State
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 6, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations and community groups in Northern California to undertake capital projects and purchase equipment that enhance community development and well-being.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Arts Council of Placer County Grant
$2,500
The Arts Council of Placer County (ACPC)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a variety of arts-related projects and programs in Placer County, California, aimed at enhancing community engagement, cultural development, and social equity through the arts.

Arts
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Westly Prize
$40,000
The Westly Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 20, 2024

This grant provides financial support to young social innovators in California who are developing creative solutions to community challenges across various fields, including education, health, and technology.

Youth
Individuals
CZI Community Fund
$200,000
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in San Mateo County, California, to help them address community needs in areas such as housing, healthcare, education, and social services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
City of Chico-26 City Arts Grant
$5,000
City of Chico
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Chico-based nonprofit arts organizations and artists for creating accessible arts and cultural projects that engage the local community.

Arts
City or township governments
North Sacramento Business Investment Program
$240,000
City of Sacramento
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local businesses and property owners in North Sacramento to improve storefronts, purchase equipment, and restore vacant buildings, particularly those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses