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California Community Development Grants

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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 challenges that hinder their ability to serve the community effectively.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Commercial Acquisition Fund Program
Contact for amount
Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 3, 2024

This program provides forgivable loans to small businesses, nonprofits, and developers in Los Angeles County to acquire and revitalize under-utilized commercial properties, fostering community-serving spaces and promoting equitable economic development.

Community Development
Small businesses
Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Program
$4,000,000
California Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 30, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, community organizations, and tribes in California for projects that enhance infrastructure and resilience against extreme heat, particularly in disadvantaged communities.

Environment
City or township governments
2026 MHP Gap Funding NOFA
$15,000,000
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 5, 2026

Date Added

May 8, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to affordable multifamily housing projects in California that are ready to start construction but need additional capital to close financing gaps.

Housing
Nonprofits
Community and Economic Enhancement Grant Program – Proposition 68
$8,700,000
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 8, 2024

This funding opportunity supports projects that promote recreation, tourism, and environmental education while preserving the Delta's cultural heritage, with a focus on benefiting disadvantaged communities.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund
Contact for amount
Weyerhaeuser
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public education institutions, and government entities in U.S. and Canadian communities where Weyerhaeuser operates, focusing on projects that improve quality of life through affordable housing, education, environmental stewardship, and workforce development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
CDBG 2024 NOFA
Contact for amount
California Department of Housing and Community Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 31, 2024

This grant provides funding to local governments to implement projects that promote racial and socioeconomic equity while benefiting low- and moderate-income individuals and communities.

Housing
City or township governments
Honda Corporate Funding - Community Event Sponsorships
$25,000
Honda USA Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This grant provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools for community events that promote cultural enrichment, connection, and civic engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Event Sponsorship and Program Grants
Contact for amount
City of Palm Springs
Local

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Palm Springs for community events and programs that promote cultural enrichment, education, and public welfare.

Community Development
Nonprofits
California Advanced Services Fund Adoption Account
Contact for amount
California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, schools, libraries, and nonprofits to improve broadband access and digital literacy in underserved communities across California.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Small Business Matching Grant Program
$10,000
City of Santa Monica
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 24, 2025

This program provides matching funds to small businesses along Pico Boulevard in Santa Monica for exterior improvements, prioritizing those owned by minorities, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals, while enhancing safety and community vitality.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Tribal Capacity Building Program
$420,000
California Strategic Growth Council (SGC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 11, 2026

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This program provides funding and technical assistance to California Native American Tribes to strengthen their capacity for climate and housing initiatives, promoting sustainability and resilience in their communities.

Capacity Building
Native American tribal organizations
The Hansen Family Trust, Christian Endowment Fund
$5,000
Humboldt Area Foundation & Wild Rivers Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This grant provides financial support to Christian ministries in Eureka and Humboldt County, California, with a focus on youth and senior programs, as well as international missionary work.

Education
Nonprofits
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
City of Palm Desert Bicycle Rack Incentive Program
Contact for amount
City of Palm Desert
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This program provides bicycle racks at little to no cost for commercial property owners in Palm Desert, promoting cycling and supporting local businesses while enhancing community infrastructure.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
WMF Community Enrichment Grant
$4,000
West Marin Fund
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to local nonprofits and community groups in West Marin, California, to support projects that enhance social connections and cultural diversity, particularly for marginalized communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Oakland Police Foundation Grant
$5,000
Oakland Police Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 31, 2026

This grant provides financial support to the Oakland Police Department and community organizations for initiatives that enhance public safety and foster trust between law enforcement and residents.

Safety
Exclusive - see details
CD9 Community Grant
$100,000
Los Angeles City Council District 9
Local

Application Deadline

Jun 7, 2026

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community-focused organizations in Los Angeles' Council District 9 to implement innovative projects that enhance local services and improve the quality of life for residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation’s Community Grant
Contact for amount
Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support under-resourced individuals, families, and small businesses in communities served by Umpqua Bank, focusing on building healthier, more resilient, and inclusive environments.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Riverine Stewardship Program
$13,000,000
California Department of Water Resources
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to support projects that improve water quality and supply, restore aquatic habitats, and enhance ecosystem functions, particularly benefiting native fish populations and promoting public-private partnerships.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
City or township governments