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Community Development Grants in California

Browse open community development grants available to organizations in California. Our database includes federal, state, and foundation funding opportunities. Answer a few questions to see which grants you qualify for.

3 open community development grants in California

3 grants worth up to $2.4M match your search

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California Arts Council General Operating Support

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California Council on the Arts

General operating support grants for arts organizations in California. Funded by the National Endowment for the Arts and state appropriations.

$5K – $200K
2026-06-30
Arts & CultureCommunity Development

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California Arts Council Project Grants

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California Council on the Arts

Project-based grants for arts programming, performances, exhibitions, and community engagement in California.

$5K – $200K
2026-06-30
Arts & CultureCommunity DevelopmentEducation

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California Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD) — Housing & Community Development Grants

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California Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD)

California Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD) provides grants and financing for affordable housing development, community development, homelessness prevention, and housing rehabilitation in CA.

$25K – $2M
Annual
HousingCommunity Development

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Community Development Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
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
California Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD) — Housing & Community Development GrantsCalifornia Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD)$25K - $2MInvalid Date

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Frequently Asked Questions: Community Development Grants in California

How many community development grants are available in California?
FindGrants currently lists 3+ community development grants available to organizations in California. This includes federal, state, and foundation funding. New grants are added weekly as opportunities open.
How do I apply for community development grants in California?
Start by searching FindGrants for community development funding in California. Each grant listing includes eligibility requirements, award amounts, and application deadlines. Use the free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization, and FindGrants will score and rank the grants you qualify for with application guidance.
Who can apply for community development grants in California?
Eligibility varies by grant. Common eligible applicants for community development grants in California include nonprofits, small businesses, schools, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups. Each grant has specific requirements listed on its detail page.
Are there federal community development grants for California?
Yes. Federal agencies fund community development programs nationwide, and organizations in California are eligible. Federal sources indexed by FindGrants include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH, USDA, and more. These are listed alongside state and local funding on this page.

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