Grants for Nonprofits in California

Last updated September 3, 2026

There are 48 active grants for nonprofits tagged to California, part of 13,643 active grants for nonprofits listed nationwide. Updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
State	Community Resilience Centers Round 2 PLANNING Grant (FY 26-27)	Strategic Growth Council	September 4, 2026	$10M – $50M
State	Tahoe for All	Tahoe Conservancy	September 4, 2026	Varies
State	Capital Infusion Program (CIP) 2026-2027	Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development	September 11, 2026	Varies
State	FY 2026-27 Bullying and Violence in School Advocacy (XB) Program Supplemental	Governor's Office of Emergency Services	September 14, 2026	$100 – $12.8M
State	CDSS San Diego Newcomers Project	Department of Social Services	September 18, 2026	Varies
State	Community Resilience Centers Round 2 IMPLEMENTATION Grant (FY 26-27)	Strategic Growth Council	September 25, 2026	$100M – $1B
State	Transformative Climate Communities Round 6 PROJECT DEVELOPMENT Grant (FY 25-26)	Strategic Growth Council	September 30, 2026	$100 – $500M
State	Transformative Climate Communities Round 6 IMPLEMENTATION Grant (FY 25-26)	Strategic Growth Council	September 30, 2026	Varies
State	Transformative Climate Communities Round 6 PLANNING Grant (FY 25-26)	Strategic Growth Council	September 30, 2026	$30M
State	2026-27 Digital Divide Grant Program Round 4	Public Utilities Commission	October 30, 2026	$5M – $10M
State	Proposition 4 – Water Recycling	State Water Resources Control Board	June 30, 2030	$100 – $1.5B
State	Proposition 68 Rivers and Streams Grant Program – Klamath-Trinity Watershed	Department of Fish and Wildlife	Rolling	Varies
State	Charter Access Bank Loan Enhancement Program (Charter ABLE)	State Treasurer's Office	Rolling	Varies
State	RMC Lower LA River Grant Program	San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy	Rolling	$5M – $200M
State	San Joaquin River Conservancy	Wildlife Conservation Board	Rolling	Varies
State	The Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience Program (SAFER)	State Water Resources Control Board	Rolling	Varies
State	Proposition 68 – Water Recycling	State Water Resources Control Board	Rolling	Varies
State	Wildfire Prevention Grant Program	San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy	Rolling	$5M – $200M
State	Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Program	Department of Fish and Wildlife	Rolling	Varies
State	Proposition 68 Technical Assistance	San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy	Rolling	Varies
State	Regional Conservation Investment Strategies	Wildlife Conservation Board	Rolling	Varies
State	Wildlife Corridor and Fish Passage	Wildlife Conservation Board	Rolling	Varies
State	Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Proposition 4: Community and Climate Resilience Grant Program	Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy	Rolling	Varies
State	Habitat Enhancement and Restoration	Wildlife Conservation Board	Rolling	Varies

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About grants for nonprofits in California

Nonprofit grants are the lifeblood of the social sector. From federal pass-through funding to foundation program grants and corporate giving programs, thousands of funders actively seek nonprofits to support. Whether you need general operating support, program funding, or capacity building resources, the right grant can transform your organization's impact.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common types of nonprofit grants?

The main types include program/project grants (funding a specific initiative), general operating support (unrestricted funds for overhead and operations), capital grants (buildings, equipment), and capacity building grants (staff training, technology, strategic planning). Federal grants often fund specific programs, while foundations may offer more flexible support.

How much funding can a nonprofit get from grants?

Grant amounts vary enormously — from $500 micro-grants to multi-million dollar federal awards. Most foundation grants range from $5,000 to $100,000. Federal grants for large programs can exceed $1 million. Your budget size, track record, and the scope of your proposal all affect what you can realistically win.

Do new nonprofits qualify for grants?

Yes, though options may be more limited. Many funders require 501(c)(3) status and at least 1-2 years of operations. New nonprofits should look for startup-friendly funders, capacity building grants, and fiscal sponsorship arrangements that let you apply through an established organization.

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