Grants for Nonprofits in California
Last updated November 4, 2026
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| ★ | Grant |
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| 2027 CNIP Expansion – WIC, WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program and Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program CA Department of Food and Agriculture · State Dec 4, 2026 · $1M – $30M CNIP was established to encourage the purchase and consumption of healthy, California-grown fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts by nutrition benefit clients, including CalFresh, WIC, WIC FMNP, and SFMNP clients. | |
| Trauma Recovery Center Grant Fiscal Year 27/28 Victim Compensation Board · State Dec 15, 2026 · Varies The Trauma Recovery Center Grant funds centers throughout California that assist victims of violent crime. These centers provide wrap-around services and assist victims who are typically unserved and underserved communities. | |
| Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program (SPP) – Round 5 – Proposition 4 Department of Parks and Recreation · State Dec 17, 2026 · $20M – $850M The Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program (SPP) that helps support the acquisition and development of new parks and the renovation or expansion of existing parks in critically underserved and climate-vulnerable… | |
| Corte Madera Community Foundation Project Grants Corte Madera Community Foundation · Foundation Apr 1, 2027 · $500 – $3K The Corte Madera Community Foundation encourages local Corte Madera, California organizations to submit grant requests for projects, programs, events and services consistent with its mission of improving quality of life in Corte Madera… | |
| Anderson Children's Foundation Grants Anderson Childrens Foundation · Foundation ~April · Varies The Anderson Children's Foundation funds nonprofit programs serving children and youth in the Coachella Valley of California (health, education, recreation, arts). | |
| Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation Capital Improvement Grant Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation · Foundation ~September · ~$1.5M-$2M total awarded across ~35 grants/year The Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation makes about 35 grants a year totaling approximately $1.5-2 million for capital improvements by 501(c)(3) charitable organizations in South Santa Barbara County, California (from Carpinteria, Summerland, and… | |
| Proposition 4 – Water Recycling State Water Resources Control Board · State Jun 30, 2030 · $100 – $1.5B The purpose of the funding is to provide technical and financial assistance to local agencies for the construction of water recycling projects that promote the beneficial use of treated municipal wastewater in order to augment fresh water… | |
| Accelerating Capacity for Transformation (ACT) for AANHPIs Fund Asian Pacific Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K In 2024 the Asian Pacific Fund introduced the Accelerating Capacity for Transformation (ACT) for AANHPIs Fund, under which, over two years, select nonprofits receive $100,000 plus culturally relevant capacity building, mentorship, and… | |
| Proposition 68 Rivers and Streams Grant Program – Klamath-Trinity Watershed Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies To restore and protect rivers and streams in support of fisheries and wildlife. | |
| Tax-Exempt Equipment Financing Program – CHFFA State Treasurer's Office · State Not published · $100 – $5B This program will provide a borrower with access to tax-exempt, fixed-rate financing for equipment purchases. | |
| California Credit Union Foundation Community Grant California Credit Union · Foundation Rolling · Varies The California Credit Union Foundation makes philanthropic grants to organizations (501(c)(3), accredited educational institutions, or recognized community support groups) operating 5+ years. | |
| Avila Beach Small Project Grants (Zacky Family Fund) Avila Beach Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $100 – $5K Outside the annual cycle, the Richard & Kathleen Zacky Family Foundation Fund accepts project-grant requests throughout the year for $100-$1,000 via a simple letter; requests over $1,000 up to $5,000 may be considered with a fuller… | |
| Emil Gumpert Award American College of Trial Lawyers · Foundation Not published · $150K The Emil Gumpert Award, funded by the Foundation of the American College of Trial Lawyers, is a $150,000 grant awarded annually to an organization whose project maintains and improves the administration of justice (recent recipients: a… | |
| Del Mar Foundation Community Grants Del Mar Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Del Mar Foundation supports organizations, projects and activities that promote civic pride and community cohesiveness in Del Mar, California - acquiring and preserving open space, improving beaches and parklands, and sponsoring… | |
| Archstone Foundation Grants (Responsive Grantmaking) Archstone Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Archstone Foundation is an active private grantmaker dedicated to ensuring older adults thrive as they age; per its own grants database it has awarded 1,250+ grants totaling $130M+, funding external California nonprofits and… | |
| The Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience Program (SAFER) State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · Varies The Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience Program (SAFER) is a set of tools, funding sources, and regulatory authorities designed to ensure that one million Californians who currently lack safe drinking water receive safe &… | |
| Proposition 68 – Water Recycling State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · Varies The purpose of the funding is to provide technical and financial assistance to local agencies for the construction of water recycling projects that promote the beneficial use of treated municipal wastewater in order to augment fresh water… | |
| Monterey County Fire Relief Fund Grants (Community Foundation for Monterey County) Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Rolling · $2K – $30K The Monterey County Fire Relief Fund supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public agencies assisting individuals and families affected by fire, evacuations and temporary loss of work. | |
| FY2026 HUD CoC Program Competition - Call for Letters of Intent (Bakersfield/Kern CA-604) Bakersfield Kern Regional Homeless Collaborative · Foundation Not published · Varies As the Continuum of Care (CoC) lead for Bakersfield/Kern County (CA-604), the Collaborative issued (posted July 2026) a Notice of Funding Opportunity / Call for Letters of Intent for the FY2026 HUD CoC Program Competition and Youth… | |
| Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Proposition 4: Community and Climate Resilience Grant Program Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy Proposition 4: Community and Climate Resilience Grant Program aim to award projects and programs that protect biodiversity; restore watershed function; and expand equitable access to parks… | |
| Coachella Valley Proposition 68 Parks, Conservation Land Access and Climate Change Response Grant Program Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The program makes grants to expand recreational and educational use of conservation lands and improve sustainability in the Coachella Valley. | |
| Coachella Valley Open Space Acquisition Program Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Acquire open space to protect wildlife or cultural resources and enhance recreational and educational use of that land. | |
| Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Opportunities – (Including Severely Disadvantaged Communities) Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies To restore and protect rivers and streams in support of fisheries and wildlife. | |
| Proposition 1 – Water Recycling State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · Varies The purpose of the funding is to provide technical and financial assistance to local agencies for the construction of water recycling projects that promote the beneficial use of treated municipal wastewater in order to augment fresh water… |
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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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