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.

172 grants in California
State
Updated daily
Between $25,000 and $1,500,000
State Treasurer's Office · Rolling / Open State

Healthcare Expansion Loan Program II (HELP II) This program will provide low-interest rate loans to California's non-profit small or rural health facilities in an efficient, timely, and…

Between $2,000,000 and $4,000,000
CA Department of Food and Agriculture · Closed State

Healthy Soils Program Block Grant Voters approved Proposition 4 (the Climate Bond) on November 5, 2024. The Climate Bond authorizes Healthy Soils Program: Healthy Soils Program: $65 million to…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Workforce Development Board · Closed State

High Road to Construction Careers 2026 (HRCC 2026) Grant Program The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB), in partnership with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), is…

Varies
HCD Grants & Funding · Rolling / Open State

Grants to acquire and rehabilitate a variety of housing types to rapidly expand housing for persons experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Addresses housing crisis for vulnerable populations.

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
CA Arts Council · Closed State

Impact Projects The purpose is to support collaborative projects that center artists and artistic practice in responding to issues experienced by historically and systemically under-resourced…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank · Rolling / Open State

Infrastructure State Revolving Fund (ISRF) Program IBank's ISRF Loan Fund program provides low-cost, direct loans to local governments and nonprofits sponsored by public agencies for a wide variety…

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

Inland Wetlands Conservation The Inland Wetlands Conservation Program (IWCP) was created to assist the Central Valley Joint Venture (CVJV) in its mission is to protect, restore, and enhance wetlands…

Department of Toxic Substances Control · Rolling / Open State

Investigating Site Contamination Program (ISCP) Department of Toxic Substances Control's (DTSC) ISCP offers loans to eligible applicants, including governmental entities, private businesses,…

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

Local Airport Loan Program This program provides discretionary State loans to eligible public-use airports for projects that enhance an airport’s ability to provide general aviation services.    …

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery · Closed State

Local Government Waste Tire Cleanup Grant Program (TCU21) CalRecycle's Waste Tire Cleanup Grant, a competitive grant program to provide funding for collection, removal, transportation, recycling, &…

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

Lower American River Conservancy Program The Program was created to provide a state partner to work cooperatively with local agencies, particularly the County of Sacramento in its role as the manager…

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

Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Rescue The Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Rescue Program was created by Assembly Bill 2421, and signed into law in 2018 becoming effective immediately. The Program…

HCD Grants & Funding · Rolling / Open State

Streamlines four of HCD's rental housing programs allowing for a coordinated single application and award process. Combines eligibility criteria, scoring and release of funds for rental housing…

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

Native American Preparedness Tribal Grant The Tribal Preparedness Grant is part of the Office of Spill Prevention and Response Program and supports California Native American tribes in preparing for…

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

Nature Based Solutions – Wildlife Corridors Funding to support connectivity projects that advance multi-benefit and nature-based solutions, consistent with the State Wildlife Action Plan, the…

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

Oak Woodlands Conservation The Oak Woodlands Conservation Program offers landowners, conservation organizations, cities and counties, an opportunity to obtain funding for projects designed to…

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

Oil Spill Response Equipment Grant The objective of the Local Oil Spill Response Equipment Grant Program is to award grants to Native American tribal governments, counties, cities, and special…

Between $1 and $1,000,000
State Water Resources Control Board · Rolling / Open State

Orphan Site Cleanup Fund The Orphan Site Cleanup Fund (OSCF) is a grant program providing financial assistance to eligible applicants for the cleanup of sites contaminated by leaking petroleum…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Department of Housing and Community Development · February 28, 2027 State

Permanent Local Housing Allocation/ 2022 PLHA NOFA The principal goal of this program is to make funding available to eligible Local Governments in California for housing-related projects and…

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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