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California Community Development Grants

Explore 434 grant opportunities

2026 CARES Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
The CARES Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in the Sacramento area to support initiatives that prevent HIV, improve care for those living with the virus, and enhance access to testing and services for high-risk populations.

Health
Nonprofits
Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation (2025)
$1,500,000
CA Natural Resources Agency
State

Application Deadline

Jul 16, 2025

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for local, state, and federal agencies, as well as nonprofit organizations, to implement projects that improve the environment and mitigate the impacts of transportation infrastructure in California.

Environment
Nonprofits
2024 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Non-Entitlement Local Government Competitive
Contact for amount
Department of HoU.S.ing and Community Development
State

Application Deadline

Jul 22, 2025

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This program provides funding to California's local governments to develop and support housing projects and services for low- to moderate-income households, particularly those at risk of homelessness.

Housing
City or township governments
Nonprofit Organizations in California
$1,000,000
Samueli Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 7, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Orange County, California, for capital projects that improve or acquire facilities essential for delivering their services effectively.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Transit-Oriented Communities Grant
$150,000
Santa Clara County Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 7, 2025

This grant provides funding to local agencies and nonprofit organizations in Santa Clara County to develop equitable and sustainable communities near transit hubs, promoting increased transit use and vibrant neighborhoods.

Transportation
City or township governments
Samueli Foundation Breakaway Fund
$100,000
Samueli Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 7, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Orange County, California, helping them strengthen their internal capabilities and enhance their impact in the community.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
City of Sacramento Neighborhood Clean-up Grant Program
Contact for amount
City of Sacramento
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to neighborhood and nonprofit groups in Sacramento for organizing community clean-up events that promote environmental responsibility and neighborhood pride.

Environment
Nonprofits
Capacity Building and Community Engagement Grant Program
$800,000
Governorโ€™s Office of Land U.S.e and Climate Innovation
State

Application Deadline

May 19, 2025

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to support a nonprofit organization in California that will create and manage a network of community-based organizations to enhance their capacity and engagement with state initiatives, particularly in underserved communities.

Community Development
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
Youth Mental Health Providers Recruit, Retain, Rest and Recuperation
$10,000
Santa Barbara Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 29, 2025

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Santa Barbara County that are dedicated to improving youth mental health by addressing staffing challenges and enhancing the well-being of mental health providers.

Health
Nonprofits
BRIC Animation Co-op Grant
$5,000
BRIC Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 2, 2025

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding initiative provides $5,000 to support independent animation worker cooperatives in California that focus on creating inclusive stories and promoting equity in the creative industry.

Arts
Individuals
Community Activity Grant Program
$60,000
City of Yucaipa
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This grant provides financial and in-kind support to local non-profit organizations in Yucaipa that deliver valuable services, programs, or events benefiting the community.

Arts
Nonprofits
CCI Creative Economy Fund Grant
$8,000
Center for Cultural Innovation (CCI)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small creative businesses and sole proprietorships in San Josรฉ to enhance their cultural and economic contributions through various projects and initiatives.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Summer Activation Mini-Grant
$5,000
Department of Health and Human Services
State

Application Deadline

May 12, 2025

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Long Beach community organizations and residents in hosting free summer events focused on violence prevention, intervention, and healing to strengthen neighborhood ties and promote well-being.

Health
Nonprofits
Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program (PLHA)
$320,000,000
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

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.

Housing
City or township governments
2025 Tribal Multifamily Finance Super Notice of Funding Availability
$10,000,000
Department of Housing and Community Development
State

Application Deadline

Feb 28, 2026

Date Added

May 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for Tribes and Tribal Entities in California to develop and improve affordable housing and infrastructure projects that benefit their communities.

Housing
Native American tribal organizations
California Violence Intervention and Prevention (CalVIP) Grant โ€“ Cohort 5
$5,000,000
California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to cities, counties, tribal governments, and community-based organizations in California to implement effective programs aimed at reducing gun violence in communities disproportionately affected by such violence.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Clean Energy Access: Los Angeles County TECH (CEA-LAT) Grant
$200,000
California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community-based organizations in Los Angeles County that promote clean energy education and outreach, particularly in areas affected by environmental challenges.

Environment
Nonprofits
2025 Byrne SCIP Grants โ€“ Cohort 2
$11,246,714
California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and public agencies in California to develop and implement strategies that reduce gun violence and improve crisis intervention systems.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
City or township governments
City of Mountain View Community for All Grant Program 2025
$10,000
City of Mountain View
Local

Application Deadline

May 16, 2025

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups in Mountain View that aim to improve access to resources and promote inclusivity for immigrant and mixed-status families.

Community Development
Nonprofits