California grants for Small businesses

This program provides operational funding to nonprofit arts and culture organizations in San Diego to enhance public access to the arts, boost tourism, and strengthen the local creative sector.

This program provides financial assistance to commercial property and business owners in Santa Cruz for improving the exterior appearance of their storefronts, enhancing the visual appeal of the area and promoting economic vitality.

This program provides financial assistance to commercial businesses and property owners along Western Avenue in Rancho Palos Verdes for visible storefront improvements to enhance the area's appearance and economic vitality.

This program provides matching funds to business and property owners in Alameda for improving the exterior appearance of their buildings through enhancements like painting, signage, and architectural restoration.

This program provides financial assistance to La Mesa businesses for exterior property improvements, enhancing their facades and overall appearance to boost the local economy.

This grant provides financial assistance to small businesses in California for upgrading, removing, or replacing underground storage tanks to meet safety regulations.

This grant provides funding to organizations and local governments in California for the installation and maintenance of sewage disposal facilities for recreational boats, promoting cleaner waterways and responsible boating practices.

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects between community organizations and academic institutions in California to develop and evaluate culturally tailored smoking cessation interventions for pregnant individuals in underserved communities.

This grant opportunity allows Skilled Nursing Facilities to apply for funding to purchase tablets and tablet-related accessories. Facilities must attest the tablets will be used for facilitating virtual telehealth or family visits for residents. Facilities must be certified through the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Applicants may generally request up to $3,000.00, however requests beyond $3,000.00 will be accepted and will require CDPH and CMS review. Applicants must use the template provided on the CDPH website; cover letters are not required. Keywords: Tablet, Communicative Technology, Skilled Nursing Facility, CMS, CDPH, CMP, Civil Money Penalty, Public Health, SNF

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses in Malibu that have experienced economic hardship due to recent natural disasters, helping them cover essential operational costs for recovery.

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses and nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles County that were significantly affected by the Eaton and Palisades wildfires, helping them recover and rebuild.

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This funding opportunity supports projects that promote sustainable pest management practices to protect human health and the environment, particularly in underserved communities and agricultural areas near schools.

The City of Sacramento Office of Innovation and Economic Development is now accepting applications for grants to fund organizations that help start-up businesses and entrepreneurs in Sacramento Donor Name: City of Sacramento State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/09/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Incubator and Accelerator Grants are focused on nurturing and supporting early-stage businesses with an end goal of the participants of the funded incubator and accelerator programs starting or growing their own business, spurring innovation, and stimulating economic development in the Sacramento region. Companies and non-profits are invited to apply to fund incubator and accelerator programs for a cohort of startups with high growth potential and innovative solutions. These programs should provide support through a combination of the following services:  Mentorship and Coaching: Guidance from experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts, and mentors on business development, strategy, marketing, fundraising and more;  Educational Programs: Training sessions or workshops on topics such as business planning, market research, product development, and financial management;  Product Development Support: Assistance or guidance on prototyping, testing, iteration, and product refinement based on market research;  Legal and Administrative Support: Assistance with legal, accounting, and administrative tasks such as business incorporation, intellectual property protection, and contracts;  Marketing and Branding Support: Assistance in identifying and reaching target audiences and customers through marketing and public relations strategies;  Strategic Partnerships: Connections with other startups, industry leaders, corporate entities, and business support organizations to expand access to resources and expertise; Access to Funding: Pitch training and hosting pitch events, demo days, and introductions to investors including venture capital firms, angel investors, and government grants; and  Office Space: Access to shared office space for startups to work and collaborate. Funding Information The City has allocated approximately $500,000 for this Incubator and Accelerator Grant solicitation. Grant requests may be for no more than $100,000. Proposed incubator or accelerator cohorts must be completed within a 12-month contract period.  Eligible Activities Examples of what expenditures this grant may be used for include:  Program development and delivery;  Salaries for staff delivering programming;  Stipends for volunteers and participants;  Training supplies and equipment;  Office space and co-working membership fees;  Marketing and public relations for program recruitment;  Food and non-alcoholic beverages provided to participants at the funded programs (costs cannot exceed 5% of the grant total);  Scholarships for program participants;  Software subscription fees; and Professional services Eligibility Criteria Applicants must meet the baseline requirements outlined below:  Applicants must operate from a fixed place of business within the Sacramento city limits, except as follows:  Applicants that do not operate from a fixed place of business within the city limits are eligible if grant-supported programming is provided within the city limits, and  Applicants must be in compliance with current and past City grants. For more information, visit City of Sacramento.

The Effectiveness Monitoring Committee (EMC) is seeking project proposals that: (1)   Address one or more of the EMC’s Research Themes and Critical Monitoring Questions and; (2)   Address natural resource protection issues that are important for California forestlands. The critical monitoring questions are organized under 12 Research Themes. Four prioritized critical questions were determined by vote amongst the current EMC members at the beginning of each calendar year:  Are the FPRs and associated regulations effective in...  Question 1h: managing WLPZs to reduce or minimize potential fire behavior and rate of spread? Question 6c:  managing fuel loads, vegetation patterns and fuel breaks for fire hazard reduction? Question 6d: managing forest structure and stocking standards to promote wildfire resilience? Question 12a: improving overall forest wildfire resilience and the ability of forests to respond to climate change (e.g., in response to drought or bark beetle; reducing plant water stress) and variability, and extreme weather events (evaluate ecosystem functional response to fuel reduction and forest health treatments)? I.       FUNDING AVAILABILITY. Funding available for newly proposed projects is anticipated as follows: $973,392 over three FYs beginning in 2024/25, comprising: $173,232 in FY 2024/25; $375,160 in FY 2025/26; and $425,000 in FY 2025/26. II.     AWARD LIMITATIONS. Applicants requesting more than the stated annual amount available for funding will not be considered. In the case that EMC funding for the full three years is awarded to one new project, project solicitation may not occur in the subsequent two FYs. While the EMC may choose to fund projects that span multiple FYs up to the annual funding cap, the EMC generally prefers to fund multiple research projects annually. Proposers should keep this in mind when developing their project and annual budget requests. Longer-term projects (greater than three years) may re-apply for funding for additional years through the competitive grants process advertised in the EMC’s Request for Proposals. Annual allocations are dependent upon demonstrated progress towards project completion pursuant to the project schedule and workplan.  a.      ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES. Eligible projects will test one or more specific FPRs or other rule or regulation under the Board’s jurisdiction and which addresses one or more of the EMC’s Research Themes and Critical Monitoring Questions. Proposed projects must clearly apply to management activities on private timberlands in California. Projects on public land may be eligible for EMC funding provided they clearly apply to the activities and systems that also exist on non-federal timberland. b.      ELIGIBLE ORGANIZATIONS. Eligible applicants are local, state, and federal agencies including federal land management agencies; institutions of higher education; special purpose districts (e.g., public utilities districts, fire districts, conservation districts, and ports); Native American tribes; private landowners; for-profit entities; and non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations.

This grant provides funding for projects in California that utilize tire-derived aggregate for various applications, such as retaining walls, stormwater management, and landfill enhancements, aimed at promoting sustainable waste tire recycling.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and community groups in Los Angeles County to provide culturally affirming services and activities that promote healing and resilience for individuals and communities affected by the 2025 wildfires.

The City of La Verne's Business Assistance Grant Program in California provides eligible businesses with one-time $2,500 grants to support their re-opening, job creation and retention, and provision of quality services to La Verne residents. Recipients can use the grant funds for various purposes, including overhead expenses, rent, utilities, business services like web development to enhance capacity, and essential equipment for ongoing operations.

Grant Opportunity: California: Nevada County Microbusiness Grants Program (Round 2) The Nevada County Microbusiness Grants Program aims to provide relief to microbusinesses and entrepreneurs severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and associated shutdowns. A total of $107,500 in relief funds will be distributed by Nevada County, with administration and technical assistance provided by Sierra Business Council. Eligible uses of funds include purchasing certified equipment, investing in working capital, obtaining or renewing local permits, paying business debt accrued due to the pandemic, and covering costs resulting from pandemic-related health and safety restrictions or business interruptions. To qualify as a "qualified microbusiness," entities must meet specific criteria related to their physical address within Nevada County, commencement of operations before December 31, 2019, significant impact from the pandemic evidenced by revenue reduction or attestation, annual revenues below $50,000 in 2019, and primary income source for the owner in 2019. For more details and application information, visit the Microbusiness Grants website.

The City of Riverside Small & Micro Business Grant Program is designed to support local small business resiliency consultation to identify areas for improvement and build customized strategies to increase financial stability, long-term sustainability, and capacity for success. Donor Name: City of Riverside State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: In addition to direct financial support, all applicants will have the opportunity to participate in a FREE one-on-one Strategic Planning Consultation to identify opportunities for improvement and build customized strategies to increase financial stability, long-term sustainability, and capacity for success. The goal of the City of Riverside Small & Micro Business Grant Program is to address not only continuing pandemic recovery needs, but, as provided for in the Department of Treasury State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF), it is intended to support long-term resiliency and growth of local small businesses, promote access to valuable partner resources, and reduce the barriers to success faced by small businesses in disadvantaged communities. Eligibility Criteria Privately-Owned, For-Profit Business in operation Prior to 3/13/20 The term “Business” includes Self-Employed Individuals, Entrepreneurs, Sole Proprietors, 1099 Independent Contractors, Home-Based Operations, Limited Liability Corporations (LLCs), C-Corporations, etc. Individuals who started a business (became self-employed) due to covid employment challenges prior to 1/1/23 Located within City Limits of City of Riverside Must have a physical business address (or residential address if home-based) If you are unsure about your location, you can search your address via the “Find My Ward” map.  Please Note: If you are not within a shaded area, you are unfortunately not eligible. Are Categorically Eligible (Presumed Impacted by ARPA) and/or Can Demonstrate Covid Financial Impact Decreased revenue or gross receipts Increased costs Challenges covering operating expenses such as payroll, rent, utilitities, etc. Lower capacity to weather financial hardship due to depleted savings, selling off assets, lack of working capital, etc. Other covid related impacts may be considered on a case-by-case basis Annual Gross Revenue between $10K – $2.5 Million Under 50 Employees (including the owners) Active & In Good Standing with all City, County, State, & Federal Entities Funding Information Grant awards of up to $25,000. For more information, visit City of Riverside.