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California Capacity Building Grants

Explore 125 grant opportunities

Save-the-Day Grant Program
$5,000
Community Foundation of Mendocino County
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 2, 2024

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Mendocino County facing urgent needs or emergencies that hinder their ability to serve the community.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Capital Infusion Program
$951,680
California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Sep 11, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2025

This program provides funding to California's Small Business Development Centers to enhance their ability to assist small businesses and entrepreneurs in securing the capital needed for growth and operations.

Business and Commerce
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Del E. Webb Foundation Grant
$3,000,000
Del E. Webb Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Arizona, California, and Nevada that focus on community-based services promoting self-sufficiency and long-term benefits.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Quick Grant Program
$600
Center for Cultural Innovation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support for individual artists and nonprofit arts organization staff in California to enhance their business skills and administrative capacity through professional development activities.

Arts
Individuals
Nonprofit Capacity Building Initiative
$20,000
Antioch Chamber of Commerce
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 18, 2026

Date Added

Aug 28, 2026

This initiative provides funding to nonprofit organizations in East Contra Costa County to enhance their capacity and workforce development through targeted projects and internships.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Transformative Climate Communities Round 6 PLANNING Grant (FY 25-26)
$300,000
California Strategic Growth Council (SGC)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2026

This funding opportunity supports California-based organizations in planning community-led initiatives that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve health and economic conditions in disadvantaged communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Organizational Development Grant
$10,000
Community Foundation for Monterey County
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2023

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Monterey County, California, in strengthening their internal capacity and resilience through strategic projects like leadership transitions and technology upgrades.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
CDSS San Diego Newcomers Project
$8,666,889
California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 18, 2026

Date Added

Aug 20, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in San Diego County to assist refugees and eligible noncitizens with cash assistance and support services, promoting their successful resettlement and long-term integration into the community.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
Civil Money Penalty Reinvestment Program
Contact for amount
California Department of Public Health
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to certified Skilled Nursing Facilities to acquire equipment that facilitates safe in-person visits for residents during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Health
Nonprofits
Health and Wellness Grants
$10,000
Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

Aug 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Imperial County that are dedicated to improving health and wellness for underserved communities, including children, low-income families, and veterans.

Health
Nonprofits
Catalyst Empowerment Grant Program
$10,000
Genesis For Good Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2024

This program provides financial support and resources to small business owners in low-to-moderate income areas of Southern California to foster economic development and community impact.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Know Your Neighbors Grant
$1,200
City of Palo Alto
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This funding initiative provides financial support to Palo Alto residents for neighborhood events that promote community engagement and strengthen local connections.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Support Grant Program
$1,000
Community Foundation of Mendocino County
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 2, 2024

This grant provides funding for public events or educational opportunities that benefit the residents of Mendocino County, promoting community engagement and addressing local needs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Grant for Program
$1,000,000
California Employment Development Department
State

Application Deadline

Oct 12, 2026

Date Added

Nov 5, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations that support California farmworkers by offering essential skills training, job placement assistance, and wraparound services to help them advance in their careers.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Community Investment Program
$25,000
TC Energy Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
The Rural Community Grant program
$5,000
AgWest Farm Credit
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations for projects that enhance the economic and social well-being of rural communities in select western U.S. states.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Ford Family Foundation Technical Assistance Grants
$5,000
The Ford Family Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2024

This grant provides funding to rural organizations in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California, to strengthen their capacity through activities like training, strategic planning, and expert consultations.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Neighborhood Grants Program
$5,000
Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2025

This program provides funding to grassroots community groups in Monterey County, California, to support local initiatives that improve quality of life and address neighborhood challenges.

Community Development
Individuals
Inner Sunset Neighborhood Vibrancy Fund
$20,000
SF New Deal
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2026

This program provides financial support to small businesses in the Inner Sunset neighborhood for storefront improvements, technical assistance, and activating vacant commercial spaces to enhance the local economy and community vibrancy.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Ford Family Foundation Good Neighbor Grants
$25,000
The Ford Family Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2024

This grant provides funding to rural nonprofits, government agencies, and tribal nations in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California, to support community-driven projects that enhance local resilience and engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits