California Health Grants

The Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco (KACF-SF) is now accepting requests for proposals (RFPs) from community-based organizations serving Northern California. Donor Name: Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco State: California County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: The Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco (KACF-SF) is committed to building a vibrant Bay Area Korean American community through philanthropy. The grant program supports community-based organizations that are on the frontline to increase the cultural competency and language access of critical programs for the Korean American community. KACF-SF invests in nonprofit organizations on the frontlines to increase cultural competency and language access to programs for the Korean American community in Northern California. Special attention is given to five issue areas: Physical & Mental Health Senior Care & Empowerment Domestic & Family Safety Civic Engagement Youth Empowerment The Foundation is interested in programs that: Deliver critical services to Korean Americans in need Provide greater access to social services by providing language assistance Support regional projects aligned with the grantmaking goals Funding Information Grants up to $50,000. Grant Period Up to 3 years. Eligibility Criteria Community-based organizations serving Northern California are eligible to apply. For more information, visit KACF-SF.

he Primary Care Residency Training Programs Grant for FY 2024-25, administered by the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI), aims to support the training of primary care physicians. The grant focuses on programs that train primary care residents to work in underserved communities, emphasizing training sites in multicultural, underserved, or rural areas. It seeks to recruit and retain residents likely to serve in areas of unmet need and provides counseling and placement to encourage graduates to practice in these areas. Approximately $31 million is available for various award categories, including existing PCR slots, existing THC slots, expansion slots, and new PCR programs. The grant awards range from $125,000 per filled slot for existing programs to $1,000,000 for new programs, with up to $2,000,000 for new programs with matching funds. Applications are due by September 10, 2024, with awards announced in January 2025.

This funding provides up to $3.3 billion to cities, counties, and tribal entities in California to develop and improve facilities that expand behavioral health treatment and services for Medi-Cal beneficiaries.

The 2025 Keiro Grant Program is accepting applications from organizations that provide support to informal, family caregivers or that provide formal (often paid) caregiving services to older adults. Donor Name: Keiro State: California County: Los Angeles County (CA), Orange County (CA), Ventura County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: Closed Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: Keiro is prioritizing programs, services, and projects that focus on enhancing the quality of life for older adults and caregivers in the Japanese American and Japanese-speaking community of Los Angeles, Orange, and Ventura counties. Goals Enhance the quality of life of older adults and their caregivers in the Japanese American and Japanese-speaking community of Los Angeles Orange, and Ventura counties. Reach out to and/or reestablish connections with older adults and caregivers, while providing support through community programs and events, and increasing capacity to offer these services. Promote accessible, culturally-sensitive programs and services to Community. Program Areas Services to Older Adults Asian Americans have the highest life expectancy of all races at 83.5 years, compared to the overall U.S. life expectancy of 76.1 years. Keiro seeks to support individual Japanese American and Japanese-speaking older adults to live healthier and more fulfilling lives, by equipping them with knowledge, resources, and assistance, so they can effectively manage their lives and wellbeing wherever they call home. Support of Caregivers One in seven people in the U.S. are caregivers. Caregiver demands and burdens are increasing as people live longer and choose to live at home, instead of in residential care facilities. Keiro seeks to support caregivers in the community to assist older adults in need. Grant funds can be used for: Program development to design new programs and/or enhance existing programs and services Capacity building to help organizations plan, effectively manage, retool systems or methods, and/or build sustainability Core operations to maintain provision of high quality, high demand services with demonstrated outcomes and strong participation. Funding Information Up to 300,000 will be distributed during the 2025 Cycle. Funding will be limited to a maximum of $20,000. Grant Period  The grant period is up to 10 months (March 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025). Eligibility Criteria Eligible organizations must meet one of the following criteria: Nonprofit organizations that are tax exempt under IRS Section 501(c)(3) Community groups that have a 501(c)(3) organization serving as their fiscal sponsor Faith-based nonprofit organizations that welcome and serve all members of the community Eligible proposals must be for programs, services and projects that: Primarily serve older adults and/or caregivers in the Japanese American and Japanese community Serve Los Angeles, Orange, and/or Ventura Counties. Ineligible Submission Types Funds will not be granted to the following: Programs, services, and projects that are focused outside of the three identified communities (Los Angeles County, Orange County, and Ventura County) Government agencies and institutions Medical research Individuals Fundraising events Endowments Political campaigns and/or lobbying Grant-making institutions and/or pass-through grants. For more information, visit Keiro.

The Conservation, Environment and Public Trails Grant Program supports environmental sustainability, land conservation, habitat restoration, public trails, and ecosystem health across Santa Barbara County. Donor Name: Santa Barbara Foundation State: California County: Santa Barbara County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Focus Funding can be used for new or existing projects that meet demonstrated need. In summary, funded organizations will: Carry out projects to address conservation, environment and public trails. Be well-managed, financially viable, and operate effective projects. Have developed short-term and long-term strategies for addressing identified organizational needs. Priorities Priority will be given to organizations that are engaged in one or more of the following: Preserving and ensuring equitable access to the region’s natural resources and trail systems; Community-based restoration projects in wetlands and streams, coastal areas, grasslands, woodlands and other natural areas; Early stage investigation such as appraisal fees, environmental due diligence, and title research, or closing costs for land conservation efforts; Piloting or expanding projects that demonstrate best practices in conservation. The strongest projects will: Create or expand partnerships, networks and collaborations for greater efficiencies, better delivery of programs, or fresh approaches to solve problems or address needs, gaps, or opportunities. Incorporate a community involvement, awareness or education element. Align with or be a part of a larger plan or strategy such as Santa Barbara County’s Conservation Blueprint, Food Action Plan, Santa Barbara Area Coastal Ecosystem Vulnerability Assessment (SBA CEVA), Coastal Trail Alignment Study, etc. Funding Information The maximum award for Conservation, Environment and Public Trails grants is $25,000.  Criteria by Type of Project Projects must have clearly defined goals and outcomes and a strategy and timeline in place for achieving the stated goals. If the project is part of a larger or longer-term effort, the applicant must demonstrate how the project relates to future work, including a financial sustainability concept or strategy for scaling up the project. The applicant and/or project partners demonstrate the capacity to manage the scale and scope of the project. Matching or leveraged funding is recommended, but not required. Trails Access Project Criteria Projects should provide ecological value, aesthetic improvements or appropriately placed public access (trails, pathways, etc.). This may include restoration of habitat for specific species or general habitat types, or for accommodation of passive recreation and education for people. Applications may include planning for new trails, new trail construction, trail restoration, trail head facilities, lease of heavy equipment, purchase of hand tools to construct/renovate trails, water trail facilities, and educational programs. Land acquisition for trail purposes must have (or be close to securing) all permits and landowner approvals/agreements, and be “shovel ready” within the one-year grant cycle beginning from date of award. Conservation Project Criteria Projects should align with a conservation plan or strategy and be recognized as a valuable component of a longer-term plan or vision. This may include providing permanent (or long-term) protection for lands with high ecological or agriculture value, fulfilling a critical link for species, habitats or ecosystem function, or providing passive and educational access for people. Allowable projects include: Planning, feasibility, and study phases for new projects or emerging opportunities for early phases of land acquisition or easements. This may include good-faith deposits to begin landowner negotiations, appraisals, or other land use investigations. Closing or completion costs for land acquisition or easement purchase projects. Efforts to preserve critical habitats or species. Educational projects related to climate resilience, habitats, or threatened species conservation. Environmental Project Criteria Project planning, implementation or investigation/research of best practices or innovative approaches must address a specific challenge or opportunity in achieving sustainable practices for land, forestry, or water management. Pilot implementation or facility improvement projects should serve as a model that can be replicated and/or scaled up in the future. Projects with collaborative partners will be most competitive for funding. Eligibility Criteria Grants are available to organizations providing programming in Santa Barbara County Organizations must be certified as tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or use a fiscal sponsor with 501(c)(3) tax status. Grant Limitations Grants in the Conservation, Environment and Public Trails Grant program areas are not intended for: Direct purchase of land or easements that have raised less than 90% of funds required Direct support to government agencies or private landowners (grantees must be a 501(c)(3) organization and serve as the primary project lead agency; public or private entities may be part of a collaboration) Endowment Advocacy and lobbying activities For more information, visit SBF.

The Neighborhood Beautification Grant (NBG) initiative, a component of the City’s Community Partnerships & Engagement Division (CPED), is designed to engage and encourage residents to work with their neighbors on an enhancement and improvement project that promotes healthier, safer, and cleaner neighborhoods, while strengthening community connections and the social fabric within them. Donor Name: City of Salinas State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/26/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The NBG objective is to cultivate healthy and resilient neighborhoods, support engaged and informed residents, stimulate a thriving community, and properly manage shared assets and spaces to achieve a collective impact in the development of neighborhood communities and service delivery strategies to improve the overall quality of life in Salinas. Funding Information To carry on with the program, the City council approved an allocation of funds for beautification projects in the amount of $42,000, to be equally distributed at $6,000 to each Council District and the Mayor’s office Project Criteria Projects submitted should:   Be able to be completed within the grant established timeline.   Promote neighborhood self-help efforts.   Promote neighborhood improvement and beautification.   Provide health and safety benefits as well as improvements for residents.   Have confirmed neighborhood support.  Be visible and accessible to all city residents.  Support a neighborhood need.  Eligibility Criteria Any resident, group, and/or organization with a new or established community project in Salinas is eligible to apply. The group project must focus on beautification, restoration, neighborhood improvements, fostering neighborhood leadership and/or address neighborhood problems. Each group must include at least five volunteers or members to be eligible.   The following groups working on a project that will directly benefit their community are encouraged to apply: Residents   Community-led groups   Advocacy groups   Art organizations   Apartment or community associations   Neighborhood watch groups  For more information, visit City of Salinas.

The City of Claremont is currently accepting grant applications for the 2025 calendar year Community Based Organization (CBO) Program. Donor Name: City of Claremont State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The CBO Program’s mission is to partner with non-profit service providers in order to strengthen the social, economic, and family infrastructure in the Claremont community. Within the overall grant program there are two funding programs, General Services and Homeless Services/Critical Need, with separate funding sources. Funding will be awarded to those programs/projects that best address the community’s needs and priorities. The Community-Based Organization (CBO) Grant Program was designed to address the social service needs of Claremont residents by supporting nonprofit agencies in developing programs, which meet both new & emerging needs of the community. They are pleased to again offer the program in 2025. Grants for community based organizations are categorized two ways: Grants that provide funding for homeless services/critical need. Grants that provide funding for general services, including the categories of health and wellbeing, special needs, children/education, seniors, arts, and environmental. For more information, visit City of Claremont.

The Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation (IVWF) is seeking applications for its Mission Support grant for nonprofit organizations serving primarily Imperial County. Donor Name: Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation State: California County: Imperial County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation (IVWF) aims to make the Imperial Valley A Better Place to Live for All. It recognizes the importance and value of focusing on the quality of life for the residents of the Imperial County and want to support the work that many organizations are doing to address health and wellness, and community engagement in disinvested communities and especially with populations and groups that have been historically excluded from planning and decision-making. In addition, they value the importance of the nonprofits that lead this work and are committed to supporting them in building capacity to carry out their work and mission. Focus Areas  Health and Wellness Food insecurity and healthy eating Active living and physical activity Mental and emotional health Safe and healthy living neighborhoods Social health Programs that focus on the awareness and prevention of asthma, prenatal care, diabetes, and obesity Health and wellness programs that benefit children, disadvantaged students, farm workers, homeless, LGBTQ, low-income families, seniors and veterans Community Engagement Helping community members address the issues and needs they face in their communities Engaging community members to work together on community priorities Creating opportunities for community members to gather and socialize Helping community members gain awareness and become better informed Listening to the community to learn more about their priorities and helping them take actions to improve conditions Building the community’s capacity so they can create the change they want to see Nonprofit Capacity Building Strengthening the operations of the organization Strengthening the staff and team of the organization Building a strong volunteer base Attending conferences and workshops Purchasing and/or improving equipment and software Technical assistance or consulting services Funding Information IVWF’s 2024 Mission Support grant funding ranges from $1,000 to $10,000 per recipient. The total fund is $80,000. Eligibility Criteria To qualify for IVWF’s 2023 Mission Support, your organization must: be a 501(c)(3) or have a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor; serve regions in Imperial County; provide direct services to underserved communities, and For more information, visit IVWF.

This program provides funding to local nonprofit organizations that support the social, family, and economic well-being of residents in Claremont, including students of the Claremont Unified School District.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government units for programs that enhance community facilities, health, education, and overall well-being in San Bruno, California.

The Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 funding cycle of the Public-Space Activation Fund. Donor Name: City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs State: California City: Los Angeles Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: PAF projects fall under the following four categories: International Festivals & Intercultural Foods (IFIF): Grants generally ranging from $7,500 to $10,000 for activities that can also be categorized as either pop-ups or festival-style events (see public attendance requirements above), such as: community picnics, outdoor festivals, pop-up performance events, block parties, outdoor food/food-truck festivals, and creative enhancements to farmers markets with live performing arts and cultural activities. IFIF projects should embrace multicultural themes and promote opportunities for cross-cultural learning and feature entertainment that can take place at a range of street-adjacent, family-friendly spaces, such as: farmers markets, public parks, school yards, parking lots, and other publicly accessible outdoor spaces.

Grantees will be asked to focus on prevention and early intervention efforts with the end goal of increasing access to mental health services for veterans and their families.  Proposals funded under CVHI must be inclusive, equitable, and available to all veterans regardless of age, period of service, type of service, discharge status, or disability rating. Applicants must be able to meet the eligibility requirements of California Military and Veterans Code Section 881 to be considered for funding, and proposals must aim to expand the state’s capacity to provide mental health support to veterans and to fill gaps in mental health services. Applicants are required to select the program areas they are proposing and provide a description of the proposed activities and how the proposed activities would increase mental health access for California veterans. This NOFA allows for flexibility in program design to fit the specific needs of veterans and their families across the state, Outreach, Peer Support, Case Management, Outpatient Clinical Treatment, and Innovative Approaches will be eligible for funding and are further defined in the NOFA. The Grantee staff and leadership will be expected to maintain significant engagement with CalVet for monthly check-ins, operations assistance, reporting, and evaluation. Applicants are encouraged to ensure they are budgeting for appropriate levels of staff, time for data collection and reporting, time spent in CVHI meetings and trainings, and appropriate facility requirements (office space, group space, hardware and software equipment, supplies, overhead). Through an Application process responsive to the NOFA, awarded Grantees will provide clear and convincing evidence of adequate personnel, facility, and organizational capacity to effectively carry out their proposed project. The successful Applicant will describe how they meet minimum qualifications, including their breadth of experience working with Veterans, with special emphasis on treating veterans with mental health concerns. 

The Inspiration Grants opportunity provides Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funding for California libraries that are inspired to implement projects outside of the State Library’s other funding opportunities. Inspiration Grants provide funding for projects that may not fit within the bounds of the other grants offered by the State Library and/or for ideas that are generated outside of other funding opportunity application timeframes.

The Licensed Vocational Nurse Loan Repayment Program (LVNLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing as a vocational nurse for loan repayment of up to $8,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation. The purpose of this document is to provide a program overview and outline the requirements for Licensed Vocational Nursling Loan Repayment Program (LVNLRP) applicants. Applicants will find steps to complete their application and awardees can review program requirements to complete their service obligation. All applicants must agree to the terms and conditions prior to receiving funds. The Department of Health Care Access and Information will not make changes to the terms and conditions specified in this Grant Guide. Background and Mission The Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) works to increase and diversify California’s healthcare workforce by providing loan repayments and scholarships to health professional students and graduates who provide direct patient care in those communities. LVNLRP is funded through a $5 surcharge from renewal and licensure fees collected by the Department of Consumer Affairs for Licensed Vocational Nurses in California. The purpose of this program is to increase the number of appropriately trained nurses providing direct patient care in a qualified facility or area in California.

This grant provides funding for evaluators to assess and improve the EMS Corp program's implementation and effectiveness, drawing comparisons to the successful Alameda EMS model, with the goal of enhancing emergency medical services in the community.

This grant provides funding to organizations that support young adults in California by helping them access quality jobs and career advancement opportunities through tailored training and wrap-around services.

The Steven M. Thompson Physician Corps Loan Repayment Program (STLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing as a physician for loan repayment of up to $105,000 in exchange for a 36-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.       

The Licensed Mental Health Services Provider Education Program (LMH) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing in an eligible mental health profession for loan repayment of up to $15,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct client care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation. 

The Bachelor of Science Nursing Loan Repayment Program (BSNLRP) makes awards to eligible applicants currently licensed and practicing as a registered nurse for loan repayment of up to $15,000 in exchange for a 12-month service obligation practicing and providing direct patient care in an eligible geographic or approved site designation.

The City of Jurupa Valley is currently accepting applications for its Community Service Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Jurupa Valley State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The City Council encourages a goal of self-sufficiency for all local organizations. The City Council supports providing grants to organizations that have demonstrated their effectiveness in raising funds and volunteer services for their programs within the community. The Council discourages an over-reliance on City financial assistance to maintain such programs on an ongoing basis. Therefore, all organizations requesting funds from the City should continue efforts to develop stable private funding sources. Funding Information  The City Council approved $45,000 to be utilized for approved mini-grant funding for projects benefitting the residents residing within Jurupa Valley. Non-profits may be awarded a grant of up to $5,000 to support a project or program. Eligibility Criteria Organizations applying for Community Service Grants shall have current tax exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. An organization shall not be eligible for Community Services Grants if the funding will be used for the following purposes:  salaries;  scholarships to high school or college students as part of their funding request;  satisfaction of debts;  mass mailing in violation of the mass mailing provisions of the Political Reform Act;  religious purposes;  political purposes; or  mass mailings in violation of the Political Reform Act. An organization shall not be eligible for Community Services Grants if:  one or more members of the City Council are members of the board or officers of the organization;  the organization is currently involved in a law suit adverse to the City;  the organization engages in uses or activities prohibited by law or City ordinances;  the organization engages in activities that create a conflict of interest for the City; or  the organization engages in activities that are adverse to the health or safety of the community. By law, all Community Service Funding may only be spent for a public purpose for the City of Jurupa Valley and must comply with all applicable laws. The program or service eligible for funding must be social welfare, educational, charitable, athletic, cultural, or recreational programs which benefits the general community of Jurupa Valley residents, including promotion of the City. The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2014-48 establishing a policy for the waiver of City fees. This Policy does not, therefore, address the waiver of City fees. For more information, visit City of Jurupa Valley.