California Business and Commerce Grants

This program provides coaching and community support for fundraisers of color at small nonprofits in Sacramento and Yolo counties, focusing on those addressing health and racial disparities.

This program provides financial support to property owners and businesses in downtown Bishop to improve building aesthetics, restore historic features, and stimulate economic growth through private investments.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community projects in Pajaro, California, aimed at enhancing emergency preparedness, social services, economic development, healthcare access, language services, and community beautification for local residents.

This grant provides funding for Orange County public school teachers to enhance their students' educational experiences through projects, materials, and field trips.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that deliver community services and arts programs benefiting residents of Santa Clarita, California.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and artists in Santa Cruz County to create and present high-quality arts programming, engage diverse audiences, and promote equitable access to the arts.

The City of San Diego's Economic Development Department is offering a grant of $10,000 to $100,000 to nonprofit organizations that can assist small businesses in under-resourced communities, with funds to be used for capacity building expenses such as technical assistance, website creation, and event programming, with priority given to organizations with modest budgets and proposals aligning with the Economic Development Strategy.

This program provides financial support to individual artists, arts groups, and cultural organizations in San Benito County to foster creative and cultural activities that promote community engagement and diversity.

This grant provides financial assistance to small businesses in Vallejo that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically for security improvements.

The Santa Barbara Foundation is offering the Towbes Fund for the Performing Arts Grant, ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, to nonprofit organizations in Santa Barbara County, California, that aim to enhance the performing arts sector by addressing demand, promoting cultural competence, and dismantling barriers for marginalized communities, with the grant being used for general operations, program support, and expansion of existing or pilot programs.

The City of Vallejo received funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) that will be used to fund grants to local small businesses who have suffered negative impacts resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Donor Name: City of Vallejo State: California City: Vallejo Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/24/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Grants up to $3,000 for security improvements items, included but not limited to: Cameras Locks Window enhancements Eligibility Criteria For-profit and non-profit brick and mortar businesses located in Vallejo Businesses with valid Vallejo business license 20 or fewer employees Businesses with receipts of purchases made January 1, 2023, to September 24, 2024 For more information, visit City of Vallejo. Related Posts:City of Vallejo Hardening Grant – CaliforniaArtists' Business Initiative Grants (South Carolina)Catalyst Micro-Grant for Startups and Emerging…Request for Applications for Business Builder…Nominations open for Emerging Leaders 4 Under 40…TRANSFORM Business Grant to support EntrepreneursCity of Dubuque Small Business Support Grant Program (Iowa)City of Laurel Thrive Small Business Grant Program…Hawaiʻi FoundHer Uplifting Women Entrepreneurs ProgramCity of East Providence Washington Bridge Small…City of Dublin Hotel/Motel Tax Grant – OhioFemale Founder World Grant for Small BusinessesApply now for Heinz Black Kitchen InitiativeWashington Bridge Small Business Grant Program -…Science & Technology Business Startup Grant Program…Science & Technology Business Startup Grant Program…Oregon: Economic Development Grant ProgramKlamath County Tourism Grant Program in OregonTown of Christiansburg Façade Grant Program (Virginia)2025 Food Waste Reduction Grant (North Carolina)Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) – Illinois

The Innovation Fund by Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors in California offers grants over $1 million to stimulate innovative public service projects and programs in areas like equitable access to services, economic vitality, and environment, available to IRS tax-exempt organizations operating in Contra Costa County, with application deadline on 10/07/2024.

The Kern Community Foundation's Women’s and Girls’ Fund is offering grants between $10,000 to $100,000 for one year to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Kern County, California, that aim to enhance educational attainment and STEM interest for women and girls, with a focus on improving test scores, literacy, graduation rates, and vocational training opportunities.

This grant provides funding for public events or educational opportunities that benefit the residents of Mendocino County, promoting community engagement and addressing local needs.

The City of San Carlos is offering a Childcare Grant Program, providing funding between $10,000 to $100,000 for local childcare centers, family childcare homes, and non-profit centers to fund capital improvement projects aimed at increasing childcare spaces, particularly for infants and children with special needs, with applications due by October 18, 2024.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Mendocino County, California, for projects that enhance arts and culture, support children and youth, promote disaster relief and resilience, foster economic development, protect the environment, and create healthy and inclusive communities.

The City of Stockton and Stockton Arts Commission are offering a grant of $10,000 to $100,000 for local artists and art organizations to fund projects that promote public engagement and access to various forms of art within the city, with funds being used for artist compensation, production, exhibit costs, marketing, rental cost, and supplies.

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Beautification Awards. Donor Name: City of Livermore State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: These awards recognize the efforts of the community members in enhancing and increasing the aesthetic attraction of Livermore and also promote creativity, community pride and economic vitality. Nominated property category ideas: residential site improvements retail or commercial upgrades water wise or native plant landscapes historical renovations other structural renovations, restorations, and new builds that include noteworthy landscape design. Application Requirements Properties must be located within the corporate limits of the City of Livermore. Projects must be visible from a public street or trail. Submissions must have the consent of the owner. Self-nominations are encouraged. Projects that have won in the previous five (5) years are not eligible. Award Selection Criteria Improvements to outdoor spaces, including landscape and hardscape renovations, are important components for award selection: How the project visually enhances the property. How the home/business incorporates design, maintenance, color, organization and creativity to compliment and/or enrich the visual appeal of the existing community. How the home/business structure, architectural design and landscaping are combined for maximum visual effect. For more information, visit City of Livermore.

The City of Culver City offers grants to support dance, music, and theatre performances. Donor Name: City of Culver City State: California County: Los Angeles County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  09/12/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This program brings performing arts to the community and helps make them accessible to everyone. The goal of the city is to support a variety of cultural experiences for Culver City, including its residents, businesses, artists, and visitors. Culver City wants everyone to have a chance to experience and enjoy the arts and our grants helps make this happen. We support a wide variety of artists and organizations, especially those who haven’t had many opportunities in the past. This includes people of different races, ethnicities, ages, abilities, orientations, genders, and backgrounds. The goal is to support a variety of cultural experiences for Culver City, including its residents, businesses, artists, and visitors. Eligibility Criteria Any dance, music, or theatre organization can apply, regardless of size. Your public mission must focus on dance, music, and/or theatre. You must be a non-profit organization – 501(c)(3) or partnered with a fiscal sponsor. Your organization must be based in Los Angeles County. (Fiscal sponsors must also be based in Los Angeles County.) You need to complete a Project Budget and SMU DataArts Funder Report. You need an outreach plan to attract people in Culver City to your show. Your performance cannot be part of a fundraiser or class. Each organization can only apply for one project and cannot apply for the Special Events Grant for the same project. Your performance must happen between January 1 and December 31, 2025. The performance venue must be accessible and ADA-compliant. For more information, visit City of Culver City.

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.