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California Education Grants

Explore 437 grant opportunities

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

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

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
Inspired Teacher Grant Program
$10,000
Orange County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 10, 2025

Date Added

Sep 24, 2024

This program provides funding to public school teachers in Orange County, California, for innovative STEM projects and educational experiences that enhance student engagement and achievement.

Education
Individuals
Eco-Grants: Environmental Education/Project Grants
$300
Tri-City Ecology Center
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2024

This funding opportunity supports individuals and organizations in the Tri-City area to develop local environmental projects that are educational or enhance community aesthetics, with a focus on sustainability.

Environment
Nonprofits
Rural Community Grants
$5,000
AgWest Farm Credit
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This program provides funding to non-profit organizations for innovative projects that improve the economic and social well-being of rural communities in several western states.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2023-24 Ride to the Wild Fund
Contact for amount
Humboldt Area Foundation & Wild Rivers Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This grant provides funding for transportation costs to help Humboldt County K-12 teachers take students on educational field trips to local natural areas, promoting environmental education and appreciation for nature.

Education
Nonprofits
Wayne and Gladys Valley Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Wayne and Gladys Valley Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2023

This grant provides substantial funding to nonprofit organizations in the East Bay Area of California for capital projects that create a lasting impact and demonstrate strong leadership and financial sustainability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
The Joseph and Mercedes McMicking Foundation Grant
$25,000
The Joseph and Mercedes McMicking Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area that focus on improving education, welfare, and community enrichment for children and their families.

Education
Nonprofits
Honda USA Foundation Funding - Programmatic Support
$100,000
Honda USA Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools focused on improving mobility access for individuals with disabilities, as well as initiatives in education and environmental sustainability.

Health
Nonprofits
California Menโ€™s Service Challenge
Contact for amount
California Volunteers (CV)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2025

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in California to create and expand service opportunities specifically for young men and boys, promoting their engagement in community service and personal development.

Youth
Nonprofits
Henry L. Guenther Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Henry L. Guenther Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in California that focus on improving social welfare and alleviating human suffering for residents, particularly in Southern California.

Community Development
Nonprofits
McDonaldโ€™s Golden Grants Program
$20,000
McDonaldโ€™s
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 10, 2025

Date Added

Aug 8, 2025

This program provides financial support to educational and nonprofit organizations that serve Kโ€“12 students in specific communities across select states, funding innovative projects that enhance learning and youth development.

Education
Independent school districts
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Projects in California
$5,000
City of Santa Clara (Silicon Valley Power)
Local

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2025

Date Added

May 3, 2024

This grant provides financial support for high school students in Santa Clara to create projects or campaigns that promote energy efficiency and renewable energy awareness in their community.

Energy
Individuals
Ben B. Cheney Foundation Grant
$40,000
Ben B. Cheney Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This grant provides financial support to public charities and government units in Washington, Oregon, and Northern California for projects that enhance community quality of life through capital improvements, equipment purchases, or program expansions focused on sustainability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Monterey County Organiational Development Grants
$10,000
Community Foundation for Monterey County
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 1, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Monterey County to improve their internal operations and effectiveness through various development activities.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Nissan Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Nissan Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 14, 2025

Date Added

Oct 7, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that promote cultural understanding and diversity in communities where Nissan operates, supporting educational programs, cultural events, and heritage projects.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Community Development Block Grant โ€“ Disaster Recovery Multifamily Housing Program (DR-MHP) Round One
Contact for amount
California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 24, 2025

Date Added

Jul 31, 2024

This grant provides funding to local agencies, nonprofits, and educational institutions in California to support hands-on boating safety education programs that enhance public understanding of boating laws and safety practices.

Education
Nonprofits
Stocker Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
The Stocker Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 30, 2025

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in specific U.S. communities to enhance literacy and STEAM education for children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, focusing on equitable access and systemic barriers to learning.

Education
Nonprofits
Maternal Smoking Cessation Initiative Award
$1,000,000
California Tobacco-Related Disease Research Program (TRDRP)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2025

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

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.

Health
Nonprofits
Westly Prize
$40,000
The Westly Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 17, 2025

Date Added

Sep 20, 2024

This grant provides financial support to young social innovators in California who are developing creative solutions to community challenges across various fields, including education, health, and technology.

Youth
Individuals
Charter School Facility Grant Program โ€“ (SB740)
$137,272,000
California State Treasurer's Office
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to charter schools that serve a high percentage of low-income students to help cover their ongoing facility costs.

Education
Nonprofits