California Food and Nutrition Grants

This program provides funding to California-based agricultural producers, processors, nonprofits, and local governments to improve food supply chain infrastructure, focusing on processing and distribution to support small and mid-sized farms.

This grant provides funding to school districts and educational organizations to help start or expand meal programs that ensure children have access to nutritious breakfasts and summer meals.

This funding provides financial assistance to eligible school food authorities in California for purchasing or renovating equipment to improve nutrition quality and serve healthier meals in schools.

The Port of Los Angeles Community Investment Grant Program creates funding opportunities for community events, programs and projects that benefit surrounding harbor communities and promote the goals of the Los Angeles Harbor Department. Donor Name: City of Los Angeles Harbor Department State: California Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Port’s goal is to partner with nonprofit organizations that have similar interests and goals, creating mutually supportive relationships. Funding Information For Fiscal Year 2024-25, it is anticipated that $1,500,000 in total grant funding will be awarded, inclusive of Large Grants in their second year. Awarded grant amounts of up to $100,000 will be for one year only and funds must be spent within the fiscal year granted (July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025). Awarded grant amounts of $100,000 or more are considered to be “Large Grants” and awardees will receive granted funds for each of two, one-year periods (July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 and July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026). Eligibility Criteria  Requesting organization must be a non-profit organization tax-exempt under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3), and provide documentation at the time of application. For more information, visit City of Los Angeles Harbor Department.

Grant Name: 2023 City of Menifee M.E.N.U Grant Program Location: California Description: The M.E.N.U. Grant aims to support unique concepts and entertainment proposals from residents in Southwest Riverside County by removing market and construction barriers. It aligns with Menifee’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), addresses community and demographic demands, and promotes tourism opportunities in the city. Eligible expenses include start-up costs such as grease trap installation, kitchen equipment, and other approved startup expenses. Applicants are required to submit a pre-application detailing proposed expenses and providing concept board or visual renderings. Pre-applications will be accepted until December 24, 2024, or until all designated funds have been distributed.

The Glendale Storefront Art Program in California is seeking artists to participate in creating professional-quality art installations in vacant storefronts. The program aims to support public art, beautify the city, and celebrate the surrounding community through these installations. The goal is to expand the program throughout the city in partnership with property owners, realtors, and developers.