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California Community Development Grants

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Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant
$700,000
California Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 25, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public agencies and organizations in California for transportation planning projects that promote sustainability, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance community resilience, particularly benefiting under-resourced communities.

Transportation
City or township governments
Cultural Art and Arts Programming
$10,000
City of Alameda
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local non-profit organizations and public entities for free cultural and artistic events in Alameda, including performances, festivals, and educational programs.

Arts
Nonprofits
Groundwork Grants
$20,000
Groundwork Grants
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to California-based cultural heritage institutions, particularly those serving historically underrepresented communities, to enhance their disaster preparedness and preservation efforts.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
High Road Training Partnerships 2024-25 Healthcare Grant Program
Contact for amount
California Workforce Development Board
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to healthcare organizations in California for projects that enhance workforce training, improve job quality, and promote economic equity and climate resilience.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Small businesses
Governance & Democracy Initiative
$250,000
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports universities and research centers in the Los Angeles region to develop and implement projects that improve political participation and strengthen government institutions through community engagement and data-driven research.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Parker Grant
Contact for amount
The Parker Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2023

This grant provides financial support for projects that benefit the community and residents of San Diego County, focusing on measurable outcomes and collaboration with local organizations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Poway Community Foundation Grant Program
$10,000
Poway Community Foundation (PCF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 11, 2025

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies to implement projects that improve the quality of life for residents in Poway, California.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Measure A Safe Routes to School, Bicycle, and Pedestrian Program
$4,200,000
Santa Barbara County Association of Governments
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to schools, universities, and local agencies for projects that improve bicycle and pedestrian safety and access near schools in South Coast communities of Santa Barbara County.

Safety
City or township governments
California Community Reinvestment Grants Program
$3,000,000
California Governor's Office of BU.S.iness and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 14, 2024

This program provides funding to local health departments and community-based nonprofits in California to support services that address the negative impacts of past drug policies on disproportionately affected communities.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF)
$5,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support to public agencies and nonprofit organizations for preservation planning and educational outreach efforts related to historic sites across the United States.

Arts
Nonprofits
Community Reinvestment Grants Program
$3,000,000
California Governorโ€™s Office of Business and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 14, 2024

This program provides funding to local health departments and community-based nonprofits in California to support individuals and communities disproportionately affected by past drug policies through services like job placement, mental health treatment, and legal assistance.

Workforce Development
City or township governments
Hearts & Minds Educational Technology Fund
$5,000
El Dorado Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations serving El Dorado County and nearby areas for capacity building and community improvement projects.

Community Development
City or township governments
FY 2024 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) for Federally-Recognized Tribes
$130,000
California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally-recognized tribes in California for projects that enhance security and preparedness against terrorism and related catastrophic events.

Community Development
Native American tribal organizations
Elizabeth R. Koch Foundation Grant
$50,000
Elizabeth R. Koch Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles County that deliver essential community care services, such as mental health support and crisis response, to strengthen local connections and aid individuals in need.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Grant for Program Year 2024-25 (PY 24-25)
$500,000
California Employment Development Department
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 5, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist farmworkers in improving their skills and transitioning to new job opportunities, particularly in underserved communities across California.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Small Opportunity Grants
$20,000
Community Foundation for Monterey County
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofit organizations in Monterey County that are addressing community challenges and promoting equity through initiatives that create healthier and safer environments.

Community Development
Nonprofits
CDBG-Public Service Grant
$144,124
City of Chico
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 7, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations delivering essential social services to low- and moderate-income residents in Chico, focusing on areas such as homelessness, senior care, childcare, and health services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Lodi Community Foundation Grants Program
$5,000
Lodi Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides up to $5,000 to eligible nonprofit organizations that serve the Lodi community, supporting projects and programs that address local needs and enhance community well-being.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Truckee Core Values Fund
$2,500
Truckee Chamber of Commerce
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 23, 2024

This grant provides financial support for marketing events that promote Truckee's core values, benefiting nonprofit organizations and community-focused initiatives within the town.

Arts
Nonprofits
Corona Community Development Block Grant
Contact for amount
City of Corona
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 27, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations, including nonprofits and local governments, to improve living conditions and expand affordable housing options for low- and moderate-income residents in the City of Corona.

Community Development
Nonprofits