California grants for Small businesses
Explore 232 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
Mar 27, 2026
Date Added
Aug 19, 2025
This program provides financial assistance to organic farmers and processors in California affected by extreme weather and climate-related disasters.
Application Deadline
Mar 6, 2026
Date Added
Feb 19, 2026
This program provides funding to community organizations and local governments in Santa Cruz County to support projects that improve environmental health, enhance public access to parks, and promote community resilience.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 11, 2024
This grant provides funding for evaluators to assess and improve the EMS Corp program's implementation and effectiveness, drawing comparisons to the successful Alameda EMS model, with the goal of enhancing emergency medical services in the community.
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Not specified
Date Added
Nov 19, 2025
This grant provides funding to local governments and private businesses for the installation and maintenance of sewage disposal stations to promote environmentally responsible boating in California.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jan 25, 2024
This initiative provides financial assistance to small businesses in San Francisco that have experienced vandalism, helping them cover repair costs and maintain their storefronts.
Application Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Date Added
Nov 14, 2024
This program provides funding and resources to small business owners to help them improve their operations and compete in the digital marketplace.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jan 24, 2025
This program provides matching funds to small businesses along Pico Boulevard in Santa Monica for exterior improvements, prioritizing those owned by minorities, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals, while enhancing safety and community vitality.
Application Deadline
May 20, 2026
Date Added
Feb 26, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations and businesses in California focused on sustainable forest management and workforce training to boost the state's forest-sector economy and enhance climate resilience.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Dec 6, 2023
This program provides bicycle racks at little to no cost for commercial property owners in Palm Desert, promoting cycling and supporting local businesses while enhancing community infrastructure.
Application Deadline
Apr 19, 2026
Date Added
Feb 18, 2026
This program provides funding to local nonprofit organizations in Coronado to support community-enhancing initiatives in areas such as arts, social services, and economic development.
Application Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Date Added
Mar 6, 2025
This program provides $10,000 grants and support to help 20 small businesses in Long Beach grow and become sustainable through workshops and personalized assistance.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Dec 31, 2024
This program provides financial support to California-based small businesses to help them expand their international export activities through reimbursements for trade missions, marketing, and training.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 22, 2024
This grant provides funding to support innovative clean energy projects in California, targeting entrepreneurs and organizations that advance energy efficiency and renewable technologies.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Aug 7, 2025
This program provides financial incentives for low-income California residents to install solar and battery storage systems, helping them save on energy bills and improve energy resilience.
Application Deadline
Mar 20, 2026
Date Added
Apr 1, 2025
This grant provides funding for public and private entities to develop charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure specifically for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles in California.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 20, 2024
This funding is available to current property owners for cleanup and investigation of unauthorized petroleum releases from underground storage tanks, covering activities like site assessments, soil and groundwater investigations, and corrective action planning.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Dec 6, 2023
This program provides financial assistance to commercial property owners and tenants in Carson for exterior upgrades that enhance the visual appeal and economic vitality of key business areas.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 17, 2024
This program provides financial support to property owners in unincorporated San Joaquin County for improving the exteriors of commercial buildings, particularly in economically distressed areas, to help revitalize the community and promote economic recovery after the pandemic.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 28, 2024
This program provides financial compensation to livestock producers for confirmed or probable losses due to wolf attacks, while also encouraging the implementation of nonlethal deterrent strategies to reduce future conflicts.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Feb 7, 2025
This grant provides funding to schools, nonprofits, and institutions in Alameda County to replace single-use foodware with reusable alternatives in their dining facilities, promoting sustainability and waste reduction.

