California Law Justice and Legal Services Grants

This funding opportunity supports small and mid-sized organizations and individual artists in San Francisco who are connected to historically marginalized communities, helping them sustain their work and remain in the city.

This grant provides financial support to local nonprofits in Orange County that promote renewable energy awareness and environmental stewardship.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in California to deliver legal services for individuals detained in immigration facilities, addressing critical gaps in representation for vulnerable immigrant populations.

City of Long Beach Activatelb Cultural Special Events Grants, funded by the Long Beach Recovery Act, seeks to support large citywide cultural special events that have not been previously funded by the City. The goal is to celebrate the diverse communities of Long Beach and promote community healing through cultural practices. Eligible events must be free and open to the public, and grant funding will cover the costs of City special event permits and fees.

The City of Jurupa Valley's Community Service Grant Program aims to support local organizations that demonstrate effectiveness in fundraising and volunteer service for community programs, with a focus on fostering self-sufficiency. The program provides mini-grant funding for projects that benefit residents within Jurupa Valley, encouraging organizations to develop stable private funding sources and discouraging over-reliance on City financial assistance for ongoing operations. This aligns with the City Council's goal to support robust community programs while promoting sustainable financial practices among local non-profits. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are the residents of Jurupa Valley, who will benefit from social welfare, educational, charitable, athletic, cultural, or recreational programs. Non-profits awarded grants, up to $5,000 each, are expected to implement projects or programs that directly serve and improve the general community. The overarching impact goal is to enhance the quality of life and well-being for Jurupa Valley residents through diverse and beneficial community initiatives, ultimately strengthening the social fabric of the city. The program prioritizes organizations with current 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status that engage in activities for a public purpose within Jurupa Valley. Funding is specifically prohibited for certain uses, including salaries, scholarships, debt satisfaction, religious or political purposes, and mass mailings that violate the Political Reform Act. Eligibility also excludes organizations where City Council members are on the board, those involved in lawsuits against the City, or those engaging in prohibited or adverse activities to the community's health and safety. These restrictions ensure that grants are directed towards transparent, community-focused, and legally compliant initiatives. Expected outcomes include the successful implementation of various community-benefiting programs and projects, leading to tangible improvements in the social, educational, and cultural landscape of Jurupa Valley. While specific measurable results are not detailed, the emphasis on organizations demonstrating effectiveness in fundraising and volunteer services suggests an expectation of program sustainability and community engagement. The City Council's strategic priority, as adopted in Resolution No. 2014-48, is to support programs that benefit residents and promote the City, ensuring that all funding contributes to a public purpose.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public defender offices and qualified entities in California to expand holistic defense services that address clients' legal and social needs, ultimately improving outcomes in the criminal justice system.

This grant provides financial support to San José-based nonprofit arts and cultural organizations that promote community engagement and contribute to the city's cultural vitality through diverse artistic programming.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that serve the Malibu community, enhancing local services and quality of life for residents.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in California that empower justice-impacted individuals through education, workforce development, and policy advocacy.

This funding opportunity is designed for local government agencies, law enforcement, and nonprofit organizations to create innovative educational projects that raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving and promote safe driving behaviors in their communities.

This program provides funding to support comprehensive, victim-centered responses to sexual assault in California, focusing on survivor safety, confidential services, and outreach at colleges and universities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local public agencies in California to enforce laws against the illegal sale and marketing of tobacco products to minors and youth.

This grant provides $10,000 to Los Angeles-based nonprofits led by individuals with lived experience of systemic issues, supporting their efforts to drive long-term change through collaborative action and community empowerment.

This grant provides funding to California law enforcement agencies to develop strategies that reduce alcohol-related crime and improve community safety around problematic alcohol outlets.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to law enforcement agencies in California to improve their efforts in preventing and enforcing laws against driving under the influence of alcohol, cannabis, and other drugs.

This grant provides funding to local nonprofits and community groups in West Marin, California, to support projects that enhance social connections and cultural diversity, particularly for marginalized communities.

This grant provides funding to community-based organizations led by people of color to promote systemic change in youth justice, focusing on reducing the incarceration of Black and Latino youth and supporting gender-responsive strategies for young women and girls of color.

This grant provides financial support to Black entrepreneurs who are positively impacting their communities, helping them grow and sustain their businesses.

This funding opportunity is designed to help local police and sheriff's departments in California establish or improve specialized units that provide immediate support to victims of domestic violence and their children.

This fellowship provides $25,000 and mentorship to Indigenous artists from California tribes to support their film projects and storytelling.