California Disaster Prevention and Relief Grants

This grant provides funding to eligible local, state, tribal, and nonprofit organizations to enhance flood risk mapping and mitigation efforts in partnership with FEMA.

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.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, tribes, and public agencies for projects that reduce nonpoint source pollution and improve water quality in priority watersheds across the state.

This program provides funding to Native American tribes, counties, cities, and special districts to acquire and position oil spill response equipment to safeguard local economic and environmental resources near state waters.

This program provides substantial funding to local and state agencies, special districts, and nonprofit organizations to improve forest health and reduce wildfire risks through reforestation and sustainable forest management practices across California.

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

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California-based organizations for planning community resilience centers that will help neighborhoods prepare for and respond to climate-related challenges while fostering local engagement and well-being.

This program provides funding to public agencies, nonprofits, and tribal entities for projects that enhance forest health, reduce wildfire risk, and protect vital community resources in the Sierra-Cascade region.

This grant provides funding to California-based organizations for building and enhancing community resilience centers that serve as emergency response hubs and ongoing community resources, particularly in underserved areas.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and tribal entities in Northern California to implement wildfire prevention and mitigation projects that enhance community resilience and reduce fire risks.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, local and state agencies, California Native American tribes, and certain other entities for projects that conserve, restore, and enhance California's forests and watersheds.

This funding opportunity supports California Native American tribes in implementing nature-based climate solutions, including land acquisition and habitat restoration, to enhance ecological stewardship and resilience.

This funding program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public agencies for projects that improve housing, infrastructure, economic opportunities, and public services for low- and very low-income residents in Contra Costa County.

This program provides funding to community organizations and local governments in Santa Cruz County to support projects that improve environmental health, enhance public access to parks, and promote community resilience.

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses and nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles County that were significantly affected by the Eaton and Palisades wildfires, helping them recover and rebuild.

The County of San Luis Obispo in California is offering grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 for projects that support countywide goals and address homelessness, with eligible activities including emergency shelters, street outreach, and tenant-based rental assistance, open to nonprofits, for-profit entities, and governmental agencies.

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses in Pasadena that have been severely affected by the 2025 Eaton wildfire and windstorm, helping them recover and stabilize their operations.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and community groups in Los Angeles County to provide culturally affirming services and activities that promote healing and resilience for individuals and communities affected by the 2025 wildfires.

The Disaster Response & Resilience Fund supports charitable organizations in Humboldt, Trinity, Del Norte, and Curry counties, as well as adjoining Tribal lands during current and future disasters, including fires, earthquakes, flooding, and other natural and man-made disasters. This fund is unable to support requests for individuals and families. During an active emergency, the fund prioritizes requests that are in response to the applicable disaster and requests that are addressing the immediate needs and safety of the most vulnerable.

The Community Foundation for Monterey County is offering a grant of $100,000 to $500,000 to support programs and services that increase access to shelter and safety for homeless women on the Monterey Peninsula, with a focus on innovative strategies, emergency assistance, and expansion of emergency/temporary shelter, permanent housing options, and case management services.