California Grants

Last updated September 20, 2026

There are currently 252 active grants available to California applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

252 grants in California

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	SSCD-CDF Visiting Celiac Disease Fellowship Program	Celiac Disease Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	CCOF Foundation Future Organic Farmer Grant Fund	California Certified Organic Farmers	Rolling	$3K
Foundation	CAPCOA Woodsmoke Reduction Program	California Air Pollution Control	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Coast Central Credit Union Community Investment Grant Program	Coast Central Credit Union	Rolling	$3K – $25K
State	Public Access	Wildlife Conservation Board	Rolling	Varies
State	2025 Multifamily Finance Super NOFA – Los Angeles	Department of Housing and Community Development	Rolling	Varies
State	The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – (Prop 68 River – Severely Disadvantaged Community)	Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy	Rolling	Varies
State	The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – Prop 68 River San Fernando Valley	Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy	Rolling	Varies
State	CHFFA Bond Financing Program	State Treasurer's Office	Rolling	From $100
State	Proposition 4 Grant Program	Tahoe Conservancy	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Community Arts Grants	Arts Council for Monterey County	Rolling	Up to $8K
State	Explore the Coast Overnight	Coastal Conservancy	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	CCI Investing in Artists: Tools & Equipment	Center for Cultural Innovation	Rolling	Up to $5K
State	Wolf-Livestock Compensation Grant Program	Department of Fish and Wildlife	Rolling	Varies
State	Lunch at the Library Summer 2027	CA State Library	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	CA Green Business Network Efficiency & Electrification Mini-Grants	California Green Business Network	Rolling	Varies
State	Project Acceleration Notes and Credit Enhancement Alternatives	State Treasurer's Office	Rolling	Up to $100M
State	Proposition 68 Grants for Lower Los Angeles River (LLAR)	San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy	Rolling	$1M – $200M
State	Lower American River Conservancy Program	Wildlife Conservation Board	Rolling	Varies
State	Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Tribal Cultural Resources Funding Program	Ocean Protection Council	Rolling	$25M – $75M
State	Forest Conservation	Wildlife Conservation Board	Rolling	Varies
State	Proposition 1 Delta Water Quality and Ecosystem Restoration Grant Program	Department of Fish and Wildlife	Rolling	Varies
State	Children's Hospital Program of 2008 – Children's Hospitals (3rd funding round)	State Treasurer's Office	Rolling	$100 – $968.0M
Foundation	California Eastern Star Foundation Scholarship Fund	California Eastern Star Foundation	Rolling	$500 – $5K

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About grants in California

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.

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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