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California Community Development Grants

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Innovation Funding Initiative
$525,000
Orange County Department of Education (OCDE)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public school districts in Orange County, California, to implement innovative educational strategies that enhance student engagement and outcomes, particularly for underserved populations.

Education
Independent school districts
Stocker Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
The Stocker Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in specific U.S. communities to enhance literacy and STEAM education for children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, focusing on equitable access and systemic barriers to learning.

Education
Nonprofits
2026 CARES Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
The CARES Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in the Sacramento area to support initiatives that prevent HIV, improve care for those living with the virus, and enhance access to testing and services for high-risk populations.

Health
Nonprofits
Statewide Grant Opportunity
$25,000
California Fire Foundation (CFF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California fire departments, firefighter associations, and nonprofits for projects that reduce wildfire risks and enhance safety in under-resourced communities.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Route 66 Extraordinary Women Micro-Grant
$2,000
Road Ahead Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2024

This program provides financial support to women-owned or operated businesses along Route 66 to help maintain operations, aid in reopening, and promote new ventures.

Community Development
Small businesses
Maternal Smoking Cessation Initiative Award
$1,000,000
California Tobacco-Related Disease Research Program (TRDRP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects between community organizations and academic institutions in California to develop and evaluate culturally tailored smoking cessation interventions for pregnant individuals in underserved communities.

Health
Nonprofits
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
Community Development-2030
Contact for amount
Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 1, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in San Francisco that assist low and moderate-income residents by offering essential services and promoting community development.

Community Development
City or township governments
Rural Electric Vehicle Charging 2.0
$10,000,000
California Energy Commission (CEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that install public electric vehicle charging stations in rural and underserved communities across California, prioritizing access for disadvantaged populations and promoting sustainable transportation solutions.

Environment
City or township governments
LA County Governance Reform Initiative in California
$250,000
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This grant provides funding for research and planning projects that improve governance and democracy in the Los Angeles region, encouraging collaboration between academic institutions and community organizations.

Community Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Community Fund for Carmel Valley Grant Program
$4,000
Community Fund for Carmel Valley
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 20, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and community programs that enhance the quality of life for residents in the Carmel Valley region, focusing on community development, youth and senior services, education, and disaster preparedness.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Dam Safety and Climate Resilience Local Assistance Program
$47,500,000
California Department of Water Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to dam owners in California for the repair and improvement of aging dams to enhance safety and restore water storage capacity amid climate challenges.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Small businesses
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 Jurupa Valley Public Service Grants
Contact for amount
City of Jurupa Valley Community Development Department
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Jurupa Valley to deliver essential services for low- and moderate-income residents, focusing on areas such as elderly care, youth services, homelessness support, and mental health.

Community Development
Nonprofits