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California Community Development Grants

Explore 609 grant opportunities

Local Community Grants Program
Contact for amount
Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Orange County, California, to support innovative STEM and STEAM educational projects for youth aged 17 and younger.

Education
Nonprofits
San Marcos Community Foundation Grant
$10,000
San Marcos Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 2, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents in San Marcos, California, focusing on various community initiatives such as arts, education, health, and environmental programs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Cowell Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Cowell Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 17, 2023

This grant provides funding to organizations in Northern and Central California that are focused on alleviating poverty and promoting racial justice and equitable outcomes for communities of color.

Youth
Nonprofits
Transformative Climate Communities - Project Development Grant
$5,000,000
California Strategic Growth Council (SGC)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2026

This funding opportunity supports California-based organizations in advancing community-led climate initiatives that enhance environmental health, economic opportunity, and resilience in disadvantaged areas.

Environment
Nonprofits
The Baptist Foundation of California Grants
Contact for amount
The Baptist Foundation of California
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2024

This grant provides financial support to California Southern Baptist churches for outreach and evangelism projects, including missions, disaster relief, and hunger relief efforts.

Community Development
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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
Small Business Grant Program
$5,000
City of Norco
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 25, 2024

This program provides $5,000 grants to small businesses and non-profits in Norco, California, that have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Water and Waste Facility Loans and Grants to Alleviate Health Risks for Colonias
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Rural Development)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 27, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to rural communities along the U.S.-Mexico border to improve access to safe drinking water and waste disposal services, addressing serious health risks in historically underserved areas.

Infrastructure
State governments
Animal Care Grant Program
$10,000
City of Santa Clarita
Local

Application Deadline

Aug 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 8, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Santa Clarita that focus on animal care, particularly for spay/neuter services and rescue efforts, to improve local animal welfare.

Animal Welfare
Nonprofits
The Genesis For Good Catalyst Empowerment Grant Program
$10,000
Genesis For Good Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2024

This program provides financial support and resources to small businesses in low-to-moderate income areas of Southern California, helping them grow and create jobs.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
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
Public Access
$5,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This funding opportunity is designed to support organizations working on habitat restoration and public access projects in California, particularly those that enhance ecosystem connectivity and benefit underserved communities.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Lawn and Garden Equipment Program
$15,000
Butte County Air Quality Management District (BCAQMD)
Local

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2026

Date Added

Jul 14, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to Butte County residents and businesses for replacing gasoline-powered lawn and garden equipment with zero-emission electric alternatives to improve air quality and reduce pollution.

Environment
Individuals
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
Sidewalk Vendor Formalization Grant Program
$5,000
Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 16, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to eligible sidewalk vendors in unincorporated Los Angeles County to help them comply with new regulations and recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Business and Commerce
Individuals
Storefront Beautification Grants
$15,000
City of Santa Cruz
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to commercial property and business owners in Santa Cruz for improving the exterior appearance of their storefronts, enhancing the visual appeal of the area and promoting economic vitality.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions
$15,000,000
California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 9, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in California to help support equity applicants and licensees in the cannabis industry by reducing barriers to entry and promoting compliance and business development.

Housing
City or township governments
RENOVATE Facade Improvement Program
Contact for amount
Los Angeles County
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 9, 2026

This program provides financial support for facade improvements to small businesses in historically underserved commercial areas of Los Angeles County, enhancing their appearance, safety, and accessibility.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Small Community Drinking Water (SCDW) Funding Program
$50,000,000
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to small disadvantaged communities in California to improve their drinking water infrastructure and ensure access to safe and reliable drinking water.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Parker Grant
Contact for amount
The Parker Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 17, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2023

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations serving San Diego County, focusing on projects that enhance the well-being of local residents and demonstrate measurable community impact.

Community Development
Nonprofits