California Grants

California offers one of the richest grant landscapes in the nation. Between state agencies like the California Arts Council, CalRecycle, and the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development, plus thousands of Bay Area and LA-based foundations, California organizations have access to more funding opportunities than almost anywhere else.

148 grants in California
State
Updated daily
Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open State

Charter Access Bank Loan Enhancement Program (Charter ABLE) Aimed to assist charter schools lower costs to access facility acquisition, renovation, and construction financing.  The federally-funded…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open State

Charter FinE Enhancement (Charter FinE) Program Aimed to assist charter schools lower costs to access facility acquisition, renovation, and construction financing.  The federally-funded Charter…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open State

Charter School Facilities Credit Enhancement Grant Program The federally-funded Charter School Facilities Credit Enhancement Grant Program provides grants to fully or partially fund debt service…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open State

Charter School Facilities Incentive Grants Program The State Charter School Incentive Grant Program funds are applied toward a charter school’s annual costs of rent, lease, mortgage, debt service, or…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open State

Charter School Facilities Program (CSFP) Through the passage of Propositions 47, 55, 1D, and most recently, 51, $1.4 billion has been made available to charter schools for construction of new…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open State

Charter School Facility Grant Program – (SB740) To provide financial assistance for charter school facilities. The Charter School Facility Grant Program provides annual grants to offset annual…

Between $1 and $5,000,000,000
State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open State

CHFFA Bond Financing Program This program will provide a borrower with access to low interest rate capital markets through the issuance of tax-exempt and taxable revenue bonds. Eligibility General…

Between $1 and $5,000,000,000
State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open State

CHFFA Commercial Paper Program This program will provide a borrower with access to low interest rate capital markets through the issuance of tax-exempt and taxable commercial paper notes. Eligibility…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Department of Public Health · Rolling / Open State

Civil Money Penalty Reinvestment Grant This grant allows applicants to apply for funding to implement programs for improving Skilled Nursing Facility residents' quality of life. Projects may span…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Public Utilities Commission · April 30, 2026 State

Clean Energy Access: LA County TECH Grant: Round 2 The CEA-LAT Grant will provide up to $200,000 in funding to Community Based Organizations (CBOs) in Los Angeles County that perform outreach and…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
State Water Resources Control Board · Rolling / Open State

Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Program Under federal and state law the primary purpose of the CWSRF Program is to provide financing for eligible projects to restore and maintain water…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Department of Fish and Wildlife · Rolling / Open State

Cleanup, Remediation, and Watershed Enhancement Funding Opportunity CDFW seeks high quality grant proposals that support the enhancement of watersheds and communities in areas impacted by cannabis…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Wildlife Conservation Board · Rolling / Open State

Climate Adaptation and Resiliency The Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program was created by AB109, which amended the Budget Act of 2017 to provide local assistance through the Wildlife…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy · Rolling / Open State

Coachella Valley Open Space Acquisition Program Acquire open space to protect wildlife or cultural resources and enhance recreational and educational use of that land. Grants are provide to acquire…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Coastal Conservancy · Rolling / Open State

Coastal Conservancy Grants Each year, the Coastal Conservancy issues millions of dollars in grants for projects that restore and protect the California coast, expand public access to it, and enhance…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy · Rolling / Open State

Community and Economic Enhancement Grant Program – Proposition 68 This non-competitive grant program focuses on increasing public access to the Delta through recreation and tourism opportunities,…

Frequently Asked Questions

What state agencies offer grants in California?
Major California grant-making agencies include the California Arts Council, CalRecycle, the California Energy Commission, the Strategic Growth Council, the Department of Education, and the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz). CalOES manages disaster and public safety grants. The state also passes through billions in federal funding annually.
Are there grants for California small businesses?
Yes. The California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program, CalCompetes Tax Credit (which functions like a grant), IBank programs, and GO-Biz initiatives support California small businesses. Many cities and counties run additional local business grant programs. The California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank also provides funding.
How do I find California-specific foundation grants?
California is home to major foundations including the California Community Foundation, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, David and Lucile Packard Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, and the California Endowment. Many have geographic focus areas within the state. Regional community foundations serve nearly every county.

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