385 California Small Business Grants

385 Small Business Grants for California

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Grants for Parkinson's Disease Research Projects to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits,...

Deadline: 12/11/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and for-profit organizations for research projects related to Parkinson's disease. Funding is intended for pre-clinical and clinical programs that impede or prevent the progres...

GrantWatch ID#: 206024

Grants to USA Agencies, IHEs, Tribes, Nonprofits, and Businesses for Scientific Conferences Re...

Deadline: 12/12/25

Grants to USA and territories government agencies, IHEs, tribes, nonprofits, and businesses to support high-quality scientific conferences related to public health. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. A conference is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 169923

Grants to California Public and Private Entities to Improve Charging Infrastructure for Electr...

Deadline: 12/12/25

Grants to California public and private entities to improve charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. Funding is intended to find ways to improve the charging infrastructure without having to make expensive and time-consuming changes to the traditional grid infras...

GrantWatch ID#: 224217

Competition for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit and For-Profit Entrepreneurs for Vent...

Deadline: 12/14/25

Competition for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs representing any business model, including both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, for ventures that enhance the distribution of poverty interventions in developing countries. Prize winners will be award...

GrantWatch ID#: 160904

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual or Team for Sustainable and Affordable Che...

Deadline: 12/15/25

Award of $15,000 to a USA, Canada, or International individual or team to recognize environmentally friendly chemistry innovation. Consideration will be given to discoveries that lead the way for sustainable manufacturing processes or products at a cost less than or co...

GrantWatch ID#: 155107

Award to a USA or Canada Private or Public Entity, Individual, or Group to Recognize Efforts t...

Deadline: 12/15/25

Award to a USA or Canada private or public entity, individual, or group to recognize outstanding efforts to preserve and promote traditional architecture. The purpose of the program is to honor an individual or entity who has made contributions to the protection, appre...

GrantWatch ID#: 200905

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, IHEs, Research Institutions, and For-Prof...

Deadline: 12/15/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, research institutions, and for-profits for initiatives addressing nutrition. Funding is intended to support projects that will have a significant impact in the fields of healthy diets, sustainable ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218347

Grants to USA Researchers at Institutions for Geological Mapping Projects on the Moon

Deadline: 12/15/25

Grants to USA researchers affiliated with nonprofit, for-profit, and government institutions for geological mapping projects on the Moon. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended for the planning an...

GrantWatch ID#: 222853

Contest for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and For-Profits to Simplify the Understa...

Deadline: 12/15/25

Contest for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations to devise methods of better understanding the impact businesses have on nature and vice versa. The contest is intended for small to medium enterprises to employ new technologies to make n...

GrantWatch ID#: 224296

Grants to USA Individuals, Organizations, and Business Entities to Reapply Existing Patents to...

Deadline: 12/15/25

Grants to USA individuals, organizations, and business entities to reapply existing patents to address real-world needs. Funding is intended to encourage individuals and entrepreneurs to repurpose patents that were created for space-related uses and turn them to everyd...

GrantWatch ID#: 224850

Grants to USA Small Businesses to Promote Nearshore Manufacturing in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 12/15/25

Grants of $1,000 to USA small businesses to promote nearshore manufacturing of physical products in eligible regions. Funding is intended to be used for production, creating samples, or packaging and materials. The goal of the program is to encourage businesses to relo...

GrantWatch ID#: 224966

Cooperative Agreements to USA IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Tribes to Operate F...

Deadline: 12/15/25

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, and tribes to create and operate facilities to test new mining technologies. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 225028

Cooperative Agreements to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, and Agencies to Recover Rare Eart...

Deadline: 12/15/25

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, agencies, and tribes for facilities to recover rare earth elements and other critical materials. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to com...

GrantWatch ID#: 225029

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, Academic Institutions, and A...

Deadline: 12/16/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies for initiatives related to women's health. Funding is intended to improve options for administering medicine to women in low and middle-incom...

GrantWatch ID#: 224454

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, Academic Institutions, and A...

Deadline: 12/16/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies for initiatives to substantially reduce the cost of nutritious food ingredients and products for pregnant mothers and their babies in low and...

GrantWatch ID#: 224455

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs to Develop New Packaging Solutions for Eligibl...

Deadline: 12/17/25

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and researchers associated with government agencies to develop new packaging solutions for eligible crop exports. Funding is intended to bring the packaging used on US exports into line with the guidelines and...

GrantWatch ID#: 224261

Grants to California Childcare Centers for Professional Development and Access for Low-Income ...

Deadline: 12/19/25

Grants to California childcare centers in eligible counties that serve children aged 0-5 for programs that encourage parental engagement and for professional development. Funding is intended to support early childhood educational centers committed to increasing access ...

GrantWatch ID#: 156664

Grants to California Farmers and Ranchers to Mitigate the Negative Effects of Severe Climate a...

Deadline: 12/19/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to California farmers and ranchers to mitigate the negative effects of severe climate and weather on operations. While non-certified organic operations are eligible, priority will be given to organic operations. Funds may be used for expenses in...

GrantWatch ID#: 219683

Grants to California Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Faith-Based Organizations, School Districts,...

Deadline: 12/19/25

Grants of $5,000 to California nonprofit, for-profit, and faith-based organizations, school districts, and agencies for mental health programs to benefit young children in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to increase access to resources and reduce stig...

GrantWatch ID#: 224872

Grant to a USA Entrepreneur or Business Owner to Boost Their Business

Deadline: 12/22/25

Grant of $1,000 to a USA entrepreneur or business owner to boost their business. Funding is intended to assist the business in reaching the next level it is aiming for, such as scaling operations or launching a new product. Grant funds must be used exclusively for legi...

GrantWatch ID#: 218097

Grants to California Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, Agencies, and Tribes for Energy Efficiency...

Deadline: 12/22/25

Grants to California nonprofits, for-profits, IHEs, local and state government entities, tribes, and tribal organizations for training projects related to installing and maintaining energy-efficient equipment. Funding is intended to develop the workforce, reduce traini...

GrantWatch ID#: 224715

Financial Assistance to USA, Canada, and International Veterinarians and Businesses for Urgent...

Deadline: 12/31/25

Financial assistance to USA, Canada, and International veterinary professionals and students and veterinary businesses to assist veterinarians in crisis. Funding is intended to safeguard veterinarians' mental health and address their basic needs, including housing and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 199304

Grants to California Military Branches and Contractors to Install and Maintain EV Charging Sta...

Deadline: 12/31/25

Grants to California military branches and private entities with military contracts to install and maintain electric vehicle charging stations. First-time applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to applying. The purpose of funding is to increase t...

GrantWatch ID#: 213987

Grants to USA and Canada Dance Studios and Associations to Support Student Participation in Cl...

Deadline: 12/31/25

Grants to USA and Canada dance studios and associations to support student participation in classes. Funding may be used to provide students with scholarships and educational opportunities, for facility improvements, and for activities that engage the community, such a...

GrantWatch ID#: 221278

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Research Related to the Evolution of t...

Deadline: 12/31/25

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government entities, and private entities for research projects and activities related to the evolution of the solar system. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying.

GrantWatch ID#: 222849

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Entrepreneurs Over the Age of 40 to Pursue New Ventures

Deadline: 12/31/25

Grants of $5,000 and in-kind support to USA entrepreneurs over the age of 40 to pursue new ventures. Funding is intended to support entrepreneurs from underserved communities and those in financial need. In addition to funds, winning entrepreneurs will have regular con...

GrantWatch ID#: 224515

Grants to California Cities, Counties, Tribal Entities, Developers, and Nonprofits to Develop ...

Deadline: 01/01/26

Grants and loans to California cities, counties, Native American entities, developers, and state-certified nonprofit community housing development organizations that are working to develop affordable housing, especially for low-income renters and owners. Funding may be...

GrantWatch ID#: 134848

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Companies, and Individuals for Projects that Address Real Esta...

Deadline: 01/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, companies, and individuals for activities that address real estate sector concerns. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: education, research, diversity, and sustainabilit...

GrantWatch ID#: 210977

Grants to California Government, Individual, For-Profit, and Tribal Landowners for Conservatio...

Deadline: 01/02/26

Grants to California landowners, including government entities, individuals, companies, and Native American tribes, to enhance the management of forest lands and resources. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to guarantee high-q...

GrantWatch ID#: 199355

Competition for USA Teams, Entities, and Individuals to Develop Resources to Raise Awareness o...

Deadline: 01/02/26

Opportunity for USA teams, entities, and individuals to participate in a competition to develop resources to raise awareness of rare diseases. Prizes will be awarded for projects in a wide range of media, including poems, visual art, songs, music videos, animation, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 223947

Grant to a USA Family or Tribal Animal Farm for Capacity-Building to Adopt Humane Operation Me...

Deadline: 01/03/26

Grant of $10,000 to a USA family-owned or tribal animal farm for capacity-building activities to adopt more humane operation methods. Funding is intended for a wide range of activities that assist in adopting and expanding pasture-based farming and/or the use of altern...

GrantWatch ID#: 217545

Opportunity for USA and Canada Startups to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 01/04/26

Opportunity for USA and Canada startups to participate in a business development program. Participants will receive investment funding, networking opportunities, deals and perks, mentoring, and coaching. Applications are welcome from sustainability- or mobility-related...

GrantWatch ID#: 206001

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Studies Relating Their Professio...

Deadline: 01/04/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International individuals from a range of professional backgrounds to study the ethics of their profession in relation to the Holocaust. Eligible participants are involved in the following careers: business, law, design and technology, m...

GrantWatch ID#: 210854

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Small Business Owners for Disaster Recovery Efforts

Deadline: 01/05/26

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico small business owners for disaster recovery efforts. Funding is intended to assist businesses such as convenience stores, restaurants, and local grocery stores to bounce back after recent natural disasters. Eligible uses of funds include m...

GrantWatch ID#: 222364

Contract for Services to a USA Forester for Planning and Implementation Work for an Eligible F...

Deadline: 01/05/26

Contract for services to a USA forester for planning and implementation work for an eligible forest. Funding is intended for site assessment, project development, vegetation management activities, and more to ensure a healthy forest. Applicants must be registered profe...

GrantWatch ID#: 225243

Opportunity for USA Qualifying Startups That Address Social and Environmental Issues to Partic...

Deadline: 01/05/26

Opportunity for USA qualifying startups that address social and environmental issues to participate in a business development program. The program involves in-person and virtual workshops designed to help startups with the identification of early-stage milestones and p...

GrantWatch ID#: 225280

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and For-Profits to Promote Domestic Rare Earth Metal...

Deadline: 01/05/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, government agencies, tribes, IHEs, and for-profits partnering with an academic institution to construct a demonstration facility to promote the use of rare earth metals. Required registrations may take several weeks to complete...

GrantWatch ID#: 225292

Grants for Research Related to HIV and Aging to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, Nonprofit...

Deadline: 01/07/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and government agencies for research projects related to HIV and aging. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for...

GrantWatch ID#: 195201

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, Tribes, and Educat...

Deadline: 01/07/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, and educational institutions for studies that correlate HIV and aging. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to submitting...

GrantWatch ID#: 218911

Cooperative Agreements to USA Tribes, Agencies, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs to Improve C...

Deadline: 01/07/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories tribes, agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and IHEs to improve coal-based power plants. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to facilitate...

GrantWatch ID#: 225030

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Organizations for Initiatives to Improve Public Education

Deadline: 01/08/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations for initiatives to improve education. The program supports early-stage organizations and new programs within existing organizations that accelerate math and literacy achievement, assist students w...

GrantWatch ID#: 195781

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Projects to Enhance Understanding of ...

Deadline: 01/08/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers affiliated with nonprofit organizations, IHEs, hospitals, laboratories, government agencies, and for-profit entities for research related to autoimmune disease. Funding is intended for projects designed to offer proo...

GrantWatch ID#: 217617

Grants to California Nonprofits for Marketing and Sponsorship of Events

Deadline: 01/09/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for marketing and sponsorship of events in eligible locations. Funding is intended for proposals that will enhance the city's business community or improve its marketing capacities. Applications will also be accepted from or...

GrantWatch ID#: 178902

Incentives for California Housing Site Owners and Representatives to Install EV Charging Infra...

Deadline: 01/09/26

Incentives for California housing site owners and representatives to install electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Funding is intended for projects taking place on multi-family housing sites. Priority is given to projects that benefit under-resourced communities th...

GrantWatch ID#: 223392

Grants to California Private and Public Entities for Projects Addressing Electrical Forecastin...

Deadline: 01/09/26

Grants to California private and public entities for projects addressing electrical forecasting resources. Funding is intended to help improve the business operations of grid operators and others in the electrical industry. The goal of the program is to provide a bette...

GrantWatch ID#: 224428
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Awards to USA, Canada, and International Journalists and Newsrooms to Recognize Outstanding Wo...

Deadline: 01/11/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International journalists and newsrooms to recognize outstanding work in data journalism. Entries may include, but are not limited to the following topics: climate change or international conflicts. Awardees will receive a monetary prize, a c...

GrantWatch ID#: 200429

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Youth, Companies, and Institutions to Ho...

Deadline: 01/11/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International individuals, youth, institutions, companies, and organizations to recognize outstanding contributions to the field of sustainability. Awards are offered in both an adult and a youth category. The theme of the current award cycle...

GrantWatch ID#: 217793

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Participate in a Technology Acceler...

Deadline: 01/11/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a technology accelerator program. The purpose of the accelerator is to devise climate tech and sustainability solutions and to help startups grow their companies. Participating startups will rece...

GrantWatch ID#: 219504

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International University Students to Participate in a Competi...

Deadline: 01/11/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International university students to participate in a competition to devise climate technologies. Eligible teams are composed of at least two student entrepreneurs who own at least 50% of a for-profit or non-profit organization that has...

GrantWatch ID#: 225135

Opportunity for California Early-Stage Companies to Participate in an Accelerator Program

Deadline: 01/11/26

Opportunity for California early-stage companies in eligible regions to participate in an accelerator program. Participants will receive customized coaching, attend seminars and accelerator pitches, and have access to vendor perks. Applicants are chosen from a diverse ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225326