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Grants in California

Browse 282 open grants tagged for California, plus 12,431 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

282

National Grants

12,431

Avg. Award

$7198720.5M

Total Available

12,713

California Grants by Funding Source

Federal

10

Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH

State

18

California state agencies

Private / Foundation

216

Foundation and corporate grants

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Redemption Innovation Grant Program

open

Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery

Eligible Applicants Private, nonprofit entities, in addition to being registered and in good standing with the California Secretary of State, must also be registered and in good standing with the California Department of Justice, and appear on their Registry of Charities and Fundraisers.  If a nonprofit entity is excluded from registering with the Department of Justice, proof must be provided with the application. Eligible applicants include:  Dealer Cooperatives  A dealer cooperative is a stewardship organization that is exempt from taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the federal Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and formed for the purpose of providing redemption opportunities pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 14578 and consists of member dealers and has an approved dealer cooperative stewardship plan.  A dealer cooperative is voluntary for a dealer to join pursuant to Section 14578. Individual Application An Individual Application is one in which a single eligible entity will be responsible for grant implementation.  The applicant in an Individual Application will be responsible for the performance of the grant and all related documentation.  In addition, the applicant will be the only entity receiving any real or personal property that is purchased with grant funds. Eligible Projects/Products All projects must be located within an unserved zone identified within the CalRecycle approved dealer cooperative stewardship plan. Eligible projects include: · Mobile Programs. Consist of either: redemption in-person through staffed systems that are moved between different redemption locations pickup-service redemption at the consumer's addresses within unserved zones. · Bag Drop Programs.  Consist of consumers depositing empty beverage containers in a sealable bag, box, or other container into a designated Bag Drop receptacle for later collection and redemption. · Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs).  Consist of deployment of automated machines that accept empty beverage containers and provide payment to customers at time of deposit.

Up to $50000010M
2026-06-30
environment & water

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Biologically Integrated Farming Systems

open

CA Department of Food and Agriculture

The focus of this RFP is to help growers transition away from non-selective, biologicallydisruptive pesticides, especially those of high regulatory concern. The BIFS program supportsthe demonstration, refinement, and outreach of SPM-based farming systems that are economically viable and protective of human health and the environment. All aspects of thefarming system may be considered as they relate to pest management, including factors such asadjacent landscapes, whether they are farmed or not.For the current solicitation, CDFA has identified five priority topics based on recent orproposed regulatory actions and grower needs; however, projects focusing on other topics arewelcome to be submitted.Priority topics:• Areawide management• Monitoring that informs pest management • Post-harvest disease control• Neonicotinoid alternatives in tomato • Paraquat alternativesBIFS projects typically include all the following elements:1. On-farm demonstration/evaluation of an innovative, biologically based farming system that employs SPM strategies;2. A collaborative outreach effort for sharing technical information about the farmingsystem with growers, PCAs, commodity groups, and others engaged in pestmanagement, and;3. An organized program for monitoring key biological and economic variables to inform on-farm decision making and evaluate project success.

2026-06-30
Agriculture

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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant ProgramDepartment of Resources Recycling and RecoveryVariesJun 23, 2026
California State Preschool Program (CSPP)California Department of Education$50K - $500KJun 30, 2026
California Arts Council General Operating SupportCalifornia Council on the Arts$5K - $200KJun 30, 2026
California Arts Council Project GrantsCalifornia Council on the Arts$5K - $200KJun 30, 2026
Redemption Innovation Grant ProgramDepartment of Resources Recycling and RecoveryUp to $50000010MJun 30, 2026
2025 Tribal Multifamily Finance Super Notice of Funding AvailabilityDepartment of Housing and Community DevelopmentUp to $50MJun 30, 2026
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station/Floating Restroom Operation and Maintenance Grant FY25Department of Parks and RecreationUp to $73KJun 30, 2026
Biologically Integrated Farming SystemsCA Department of Food and AgricultureVariesJun 30, 2026
California Advanced Services Fund: Broadband Adoption Account – July 2026 CyclePublic Utilities CommissionUp to $30MJul 1, 2026
FY 2025-26 Wildfire Prevention Grants Proposition 4Department of Forestry and Fire ProtectionUp to $70MJul 8, 2026

Top Grant Categories in California

Education56
Community Development30
Environment & Water25
Environment23
Health21
Housing17
Technology16
Public Safety14
Disadvantaged Communities; Environment & Water; Parks & Recreation13

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Frequently Asked Questions: California Grants

How many grants are available in California?
There are currently 282 grants specifically tagged for California, plus 12,431 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 12,431 federal and nationwide grants available to organizations in any state. Federal sources include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, and NIH.
What is the average grant size in California?
The average maximum award for California-tagged grants is $7198720.5M, with a median of $1M. Grant sizes range from under $5K for community micro-grants to over $1M for major federal programs.

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