Grants for Nonprofits in California
Last updated November 4, 2026
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| Cannabis Research and Innovation Funding Opportunity (RIFO) Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies CDFW seeks high quality grant proposals that facilitate environmental sustainability of legal cannabis cultivation and addresses environmental impacts related to cannabis cultivation. | |
| Land Acquisition 2025 Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies The WCB acquires real property or rights in real property on behalf of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and can also grant funds to other governmental entities or nonprofit organizations to acquire real property or… | |
| Recycling Market Development Zone Revolving Loan Program Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery · State Not published · Varies The Recycling Market Development Zone (RMDZ) program combines recycling with economic development to fuel new businesses, expand existing ones, create jobs, and divert waste from landfills. | |
| Greenhouse Gas Reduction Loan Program Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery · State Not published · Varies The GHG Reduction Loan Program provides funds to support new or expanded organics infrastructure, such as composting and anaerobic digestion facilities, as well as for facilities that manufacture fiber, plastic or glass waste materials… | |
| Civil Money Penalty Reinvestment Grant Department of Public Health · State Not published · Varies This grant allows applicants to apply for funding to implement programs for improving Skilled Nursing Facility residents' quality of life. | |
| Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Grant Program Department of Toxic Substances Control · State Not published · Varies The Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Grant Program purpose is to help facilitate assessing and cleaning up contaminated sites by granting funds to nonprofits, tribal entitles, and local governments. | |
| Climate Emergency Fund Grants Climate Emergency Fund · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K Climate Emergency Fund (501(c)(3), West Hollywood CA) funds nonviolent, disruptive climate-movement groups and organizers, and provides direct startup grants of $25,000-$100,000 to emerging campaigns (e.g., its data-center organizing… | |
| ACTA Living Cultures Grants Program Alliance for California Traditional Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants from the Alliance for California Traditional Arts (ACTA) supporting nonprofit organizations and groups practicing and preserving California's folk and traditional arts, with emphasis on low-income communities and communities of… | |
| Community Foundation for Oak Park General Fund Grants Community Foundation for Oak Park · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 The Community Foundation for Oak Park (California) issues grants from its general fund and its special funds; general fund grants 'are usually $500 or less' because the general fund must also support Foundation operations. | |
| CEFA Bond Financing Program State Treasurer's Office · State Not published · From $100 This program will provide a borrower with access to low interest rate capital markets through the issuance of tax-exempt and taxable revenue bonds. | |
| Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Planning State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · $25M – $50M The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWRSF) program assists public water systems in financing the cost of drinking water infrastructure projects needed to achieve or maintain compliance with Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) requirements… | |
| Alliance Healthcare Foundation Mission Support Grants Alliance Healthcare Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K Annual, largely unrestricted/general-operating grants from the Alliance Healthcare Foundation (AHF) to nonprofit organizations advancing health and wellness for the most vulnerable — the poor, working poor, children, and homeless — in San… | |
| Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Program State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · Varies Under federal and state law the primary purpose of the CWSRF Program is to provide financing for eligible projects to restore and maintain water quality in the state. | |
| California Health Care Foundation Grants California Healthcare Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The California Health Care Foundation, an independent nonprofit philanthropy, funds organizations for California health-care projects aligned with its strategic goals; most grants are competitive RFPs or to pre-identified grantees, plus… | |
| Emergency Drinking Water / Cleanup & Abatement Account Programs State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · Varies The Cleanup and Abatement Account (CAA) funds may be utilized to fund: (1) projects that clean up and/or abate the effects of a waste on waters of the State, or (2) projects that address urgent drinking water needs. | |
| Proposition 68 Southern Steelhead Grant Program Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies To restore Southern California Steelhead habitat consistent with the Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Steelhead Restoration and Management Plan and the National Marine Fisheries Service’s Southern California Steelhead Recovery Plan. | |
| Supporting Our Neighbors Fund Grants (Community Foundation for Monterey County) Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Rolling · $10K – $30K The Community Foundation for Monterey County established the Supporting Our Neighbors Fund to assist nonprofit organizations providing support for individuals and families facing urgent needs due to immigration and policy-related concerns. | |
| Coast Central Credit Union Community Investment Grant Program Coast Central Credit Union · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K Coast Central Credit Union's Community Investment (Community Grant) Program awards grants of $3,000–$25,000, generally 8–12 recipients per round, in two rounds per year (spring ~Feb, fall ~Aug 31), up to $300,000 annually, to… | |
| Public Access Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies Wildlife Conservation Board’s Public Access Program’s projects should focus on creating meaningful outdoor experiences for all Californians. | |
| 2025 Multifamily Finance Super NOFA – Los Angeles Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies The 2025 Multifamily Finance Super NOFA - Los Angeles Disaster makes funds more accessible to developers enables the funding to further serve the lowest income Californians and increases the range of potential applicants and target… | |
| CHFFA Bond Financing Program State Treasurer's Office · State Not published · From $100 This program will provide a borrower with access to low interest rate capital markets through the issuance of tax-exempt and taxable revenue bonds. | |
| Community Arts Grants Arts Council for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K Grants of up to $7,500 annually to nonprofit organizations (total revenue up to $3 million) to bring public arts and culture programs to life in Monterey County; one grant per organization per year. | |
| Proposition 1 Delta Water Quality and Ecosystem Restoration Grant Program Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies To fund multi-benefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects that benefit the Delta. | |
| Bothin Foundation Capital Grants Bothin Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K Durable capital grants ($5,000-$50,000; $50,000 max) to direct-service nonprofits in San Francisco, Marin, Sonoma, and San Mateo counties serving >=50% disadvantaged children/youth (0-24), low-income families with children, and/or people… |
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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.
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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