California Community Development Grants
Explore 553 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 20, 2024
This initiative provides financial support to small businesses and entrepreneurs in Southern California that are historically underserved, helping them access resources and grow their community impact.
Application Deadline
Jun 22, 2026
Date Added
May 22, 2025
This program provides financial support to cities, counties, and Native American entities in California to create and maintain affordable housing for low-income families.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Sep 18, 2023
This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance public access to California's natural areas, prioritizing initiatives for boating, hunting, fishing, and wildlife-oriented recreation, aimed at benefiting all residents.
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Not specified
Date Added
Dec 6, 2023
This funding initiative provides financial support to Palo Alto residents for neighborhood events that promote community engagement and strengthen local connections.
Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2026
Date Added
Nov 8, 2024
This program provides financial support to Danville-based brick-and-mortar businesses and local organizations for collaborative events that promote shopping locally, with additional funding available for digital marketing initiatives.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jan 16, 2026
This program provides financial assistance to eligible sidewalk vendors in unincorporated Los Angeles County to help them comply with new regulations and recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Sep 3, 2025
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.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 9, 2024
This program provides financial assistance to local governments in California to help support equity applicants and licensees in the cannabis industry by reducing barriers to entry and promoting compliance and business development.
Application Deadline
Mar 19, 2026
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.
Application Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Date Added
Mar 2, 2026
This initiative provides funding to residents of West Long Beach for community-led projects that improve air quality, enhance safety, and promote civic engagement in their neighborhoods.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 20, 2024
This program provides financial assistance to small disadvantaged communities in California to improve their drinking water infrastructure and ensure access to safe and reliable drinking water.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Sep 2, 2024
This grant provides funding for public events or educational opportunities that benefit the residents of Mendocino County, promoting community engagement and addressing local needs.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 20, 2024
This grant provides funding to improve and create affordable coastal accommodations for Californians, especially those from low and middle-income households and underserved communities, to enhance their access to the coast.
Application Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Date Added
May 20, 2024
This grant provides funding to local governments without a cannabis retail licensing program to help them create and implement such programs, ensuring safe access to regulated cannabis for consumers.
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.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 16, 2025
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in San Mateo County that focus on housing-related initiatives to improve the quality of life for local residents.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 15, 2024
This program provides financial assistance and support to new small businesses in Santa Ana, helping them thrive during their first three years of operation.
Application Deadline
Apr 16, 2026
Date Added
Jan 24, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support for state and local agencies, Native American Tribes, and nonprofit organizations to restore and protect salmon and steelhead habitats across California.
Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2027
Date Added
May 1, 2025
This program provides funding to local governments in California to develop and improve affordable housing, including support for homeownership and homelessness reduction initiatives.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Feb 11, 2026
This fund provides financial support to organizations in Santa Barbara County that promote affordable housing solutions, tenant rights, and innovative housing strategies for those in need.

