California Social Advocacy Grants
Explore 68 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
Sep 2, 2025
Date Added
Aug 29, 2025
This funding initiative provides financial support to small grassroots organizations in California that focus on building climate resilience and promoting environmental justice, particularly for historically marginalized communities.
Application Deadline
Oct 28, 2025
Date Added
Aug 28, 2025
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.
Application Deadline
Dec 31, 2025
Date Added
Aug 19, 2025
This funding opportunity supports California-based community organizations that empower youth, particularly those affected by the war on drugs, to engage in civic activities and promote substance use disorder prevention through mentorship and social justice initiatives.
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.
Application Deadline
Sep 2, 2025
Date Added
Aug 19, 2025
This funding opportunity supports nonprofits and public institutions in San Luis Obispo to implement innovative projects that promote equity and inclusion for underserved communities while addressing systemic issues like affordable housing and access to services.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Aug 19, 2025
This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations that promote democracy, education, environmental sustainability, reproductive health, and Jewish community initiatives.
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Not specified
Date Added
Aug 1, 2025
This funding opportunity is designed for a California-based nonprofit organization to lead advocacy efforts that address the behavioral health needs of immigrant and refugee populations statewide, collaborating with local partners and influencing state policy.
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Not specified
Date Added
Jul 17, 2025
This grant provides financial support to Oakland-based organizations focused on racial justice, storytelling, and community collaboration to foster inclusive spaces and collective empowerment.
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Not specified
Date Added
Jul 14, 2025
This fund provides financial support to grassroots activists and community organizations in California focused on preserving natural ecosystems and promoting environmental conservation, particularly in underserved areas.
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Jul 3, 2025
This funding opportunity supports universities and research centers in the Los Angeles region to develop and implement projects that improve political participation and strengthen government institutions through community engagement and data-driven research.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 3, 2025
This grant provides funding for research and planning projects that improve governance and democracy in the Los Angeles region, encouraging collaboration between academic institutions and community organizations.
Application Deadline
Oct 3, 2025
Date Added
Jun 20, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Monterey County that aim to improve the quality of life for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families through initiatives in arts, health, civil rights, and community building.
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.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 28, 2025
This funding opportunity supports innovative projects in California that promote digital equity by addressing broadband access, health disparities related to technology, and advocating for internet access as a civil right.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 27, 2025
This grant provides financial support to small, community-based organizations in California that are working to address environmental issues and promote climate resilience, particularly in historically marginalized communities.
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.
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.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Apr 25, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles County that deliver essential community care services, such as mental health support and crisis response, to strengthen local connections and aid individuals in need.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Apr 21, 2025
This funding opportunity supports organizations in California that advocate for universal health care access, particularly for underserved communities, including people of color and immigrants.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Apr 21, 2025
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.