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Grants in California

Browse 73 open and upcoming grants tagged for California, plus 1,562 nationwide grants your organization can apply for. Our database includes federal, state, local, and private funding opportunities for nonprofits, small businesses, schools, and community groups.

State Grants

73

National Grants

1,562

Median Max Award

$3M

Total Available

1,635

California Grants by Funding Source

Private / Foundation

73

Foundation and corporate grants

Top Grants in California

Showing 12 of 73 grants in California, plus 1,562 nationwide grants

12 grants on this page, worth up to $62.2M combined.

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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27Department of Parks and RecreationUp to $3MNov 2, 2026
Community Arts Grants (Fall Cycle)Arts Council for Monterey County (Arts4MC)VariesNov 2, 2026
Dennis Mangers Fund for Young Performing ArtistsSacramento Region Community FoundationVariesNov 2, 2026
Local Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)Department of Transportation$100K - $10MNov 2, 2026
2026 California Nutrition Incentive ProgramCA Department of Food and Agriculture$50K - $12.5MNov 3, 2026
2026 Truckee Core Values FundTahoe Truckee Community FoundationVariesNov 16, 2026
2027-2028 Chula Vista Community Foundation Grant Cycle: Student LearningChula Vista Community FoundationVariesNov 19, 2026
2026 Trade Corridor Enhancement ProgramTransportation CommissionUp to $1288.0MNov 20, 2026
REHABILITATIVE INVESTMENT GRANTS FOR HEALING AND TRANSFORMATION (RIGHT) GRANT 4.0CA Department of Corrections and RehabilitationUp to $19.4MNov 30, 2026
Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local JurisdictionsGovernor's Office of Business and Economic DevelopmentUp to $15MDec 1, 2026

Top Grant Categories in California

Environment & Water15
Disadvantaged Communities; Environment & Water; Parks & Recreation11
Technology5
And Research & Development5
Environment & Water; Parks & Recreation4
Transportation3
Disadvantaged Communities; Environment & Water2
Energy; Science2
Disaster Prevention & Relief; Environment & Water2

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Frequently Asked Questions: California Grants

How many grants are available in California?
There are currently 73 grants specifically tagged for California, plus 1,562 nationwide grants that organizations in California can also apply for.
What types of organizations can apply for California grants?
Nonprofits, small businesses, schools and school districts, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups in California are all eligible for various grants. Each grant has specific eligibility requirements listed on its detail page.
How do I find grants I qualify for in California?
Use FindGrants' free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization. The engine scores every grant against your profile and returns a ranked list of matches with fit scores and application guidance.
Are federal grants available to organizations in California?
Yes. In addition to California-specific funding, there are 1,562 federal and nationwide grants available to organizations in any state. Federal sources include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, and NIH.
What is the typical grant size in California?
Across 50 California-tagged grants that publish an award ceiling, the median maximum award is $3M. Placeholder ceilings and bond or financing programs are left out of that figure because they are not grant sizes.

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