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44 Operating Support Grants for California

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Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs to Enhance the Quality of Life in the Local Commu...

Deadline 02/04/25

Grants of up to $7,500 to California nonprofit, community-based organizations for programs to enhance the quality of life for the local community in eligible locations. New applicants are required to watch an informational video prior to applying. Funding is intended f...

GrantWatch ID#: 142111

Grants to California Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligible Counties

Deadline 02/04/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support programs, operations, and capital projects. Focus areas include education, arts, environment, civic affairs, health, and social services. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 179529

Grants to California Arts and Cultural Nonprofits to Support Operations and Programming in Eli...

Deadline 02/06/25

Grants of up to $3,000 to California nonprofit arts and cultural organizations to support operations and programming in eligible locations. Funding may be used for administrative and operating expenses as well as for in-person, virtual, and online programs that are acc...

GrantWatch ID#: 150717
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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Capacity Building Activities to Support Their Mission

Deadline 02/14/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for capacity building activities to support their mission. Funding is intended to support the projects and operations of organizations serving people with bleeding and clotting disorders. Collaboration projects are strongly encoura...

GrantWatch ID#: 215711

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

Deadline 02/19/25

Grant of $2,500 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 USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit Music Organizations for Musical Performance...

Deadline 02/27/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit music presenting and performing organizations for musical performances and operational support. New applicants are required to create an account prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for organizations...

GrantWatch ID#: 180259

Grants to California Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs and Projects to Benefit Children and...

Deadline 02/28/25 LOI Date: 02/03/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and community agencies for programs and projects to benefit children and youth in eligible communities. New applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Projects must align with the focus areas of e...

GrantWatch ID#: 207586

Grants to California Arts and Cultural Nonprofits for Operating Support

Deadline 03/12/25

Grants of up to $10,000 per year to California nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in eligible locations to support operations. Funding is intended to empower and assist organizations that have been historically and systemically marginalized. The purpose of this ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207127

Grants to California Arts Nonprofits to Support the Performing Arts Sector

Deadline 03/14/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to California nonprofit arts organizations serving eligible locations to support the performing arts sector. Grants are currently intended for new and continuing programs, operating and program support, and collaborative projects. The goal of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 134953

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations for Research to Improve the Efficiency,...

Deadline 03/15/25 LOI Date: 03/01/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations for research to improve the efficiency, safety, and compliance of utility arboriculture work. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Review Criteria include an emphasis on a demonstrated ...

GrantWatch ID#: 193775

Grants to USA Minority-Serving IHEs to Optimize Social Inclusion of Individuals with Disabilit...

Deadline 03/17/25

Grants to USA Historically Black, Native American, and Hispanic-serving institutions of higher education and Indian tribes for activities that optimize the social inclusion and self-sufficiency of individuals with disabilities. Applicants are advised that required regi...

GrantWatch ID#: 193836

Grants to USA Historically Minority-Serving IHEs and Tribes for Research Related to Disabiliti...

Deadline 03/17/25

Grants to USA Historically Black, Native American, and Hispanic-serving institutions of higher education and Indian tribes for research related to individuals with disabilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 200409

Grants to California Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit the Community

Deadline 03/21/25

Grants of up to $20,000 and grants of up to $50,000 to California nonprofit organizations and public agencies for community programs and projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects and activities within the focus areas of health and human serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 180122

Grants to California Organizations and Artists to Support the Arts in Eligible Regions

Deadline 03/26/25 LOI Date: 03/12/25

Grants of $5,000 to California organizations and artists in eligible regions to create and present artwork and for general support. Applicants must submit an intent to apply prior to completing the final application. Funding is intended to support creative endeavors th...

GrantWatch ID#: 188056

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Counties for Programs that Address Community Needs

Deadline 03/28/25 Conference Date: 03/05/25 LOI Date: 02/07/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for initiatives to benefit local residents. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended to support programs and projects that address community needs in the areas of arts, cultur...

GrantWatch ID#: 206506

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for General Operating Support

Deadline 04/11/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for general operating support. Priority is given to activities providing greater access to people who are underserved and economically disadvantaged. Eligible organizations are those that address the area...

GrantWatch ID#: 184526

Grants to Florida and California Nonprofits for Community Benefit Initiatives Related to Cultu...

Deadline 04/15/25 LOI Date: 03/17/25

Grants to Florida and California nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit residents in eligible counties. Focus areas include culture, education, health and human services, youth activities, and community services. New applicants must submit an LOI prior to s...

GrantWatch ID#: 163345

Grants to California Nonprofits and Schools for Projects to Benefit Children and Youth

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to California nonprofit organizations and schools in eligible regions to benefit children and youth. Eligible projects are innovative and enhance the quality of life for local children. The goal of the funding source is to provide for unmet need...

GrantWatch ID#: 143400
NEW

Grants and In-Kind Services to California Organizations in Eligible Areas to Benefit the Local...

Deadline 06/18/25

Grants and in-kind support services to California organizations in eligible areas for programs that address the needs of local communities. Funding is intended to provide unrestricted support to innovative programs that are led by community members. Eligible programs b...

GrantWatch ID#: 180051

Grants to California Arts and Cultural Nonprofits and Filmmakers for General Operating Support...

Deadline 07/15/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to California arts and cultural nonprofit organizations and filmmakers in eligible regions for general operating support. Funding is intended for a wide range of operational costs and expenses as well as film projects. Emphasis will be placed on...

GrantWatch ID#: 174731
Upcoming

Grants to California Nonprofits, Public Programs, and Faith-Based Organizations to Support Com...

Deadline 08/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit and faith-based organizations and public programs, including schools and parks, to benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support new programs, projects, construction and pre-development costs, r...

GrantWatch ID#: 149550
Upcoming

Grants to California Nonprofits, Public Agencies, and Faith-Based Organizations for Programs t...

Deadline 08/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and faith-based organizations for activities that benefit Latino residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and services in the areas of mental health, economic...

GrantWatch ID#: 184242
Upcoming

Grants to California Nonprofits, Public Programs, and Faith-Based Organizations in Eligible Re...

Deadline 08/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations, public programs, and faith-based organizations to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities that make a positive impact on the most critical needs in local comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 185831
Upcoming

Grants to California Nonprofits, School Programs, Faith-Based Organizations, and Collaborative...

Deadline 08/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations, school programs, faith-based organizations, and collaboratives for community services in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include education, arts, health, safety, culture, and community stewardshi...

GrantWatch ID#: 203819

Grants to California Individuals and Performing Arts Organizations to Meet Immediate Needs

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to California individuals and performing arts organizations serving eligible locations to address urgent needs. Funding is intended for opportunities requiring immediate support and/or for short-term programs and projects. Eligible programs and o...

GrantWatch ID#: 138785

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Positively Impact Local Communities

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to positively impact local communities. Funding may be requested for program support, capital support, and general operating support. Areas of focus include education and advancement, disability and empowerment, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 144033

Grants to California Organizations to Protect the Public from Toxic Substances

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to California grassroots organizations and regional, national, and state organizations for programs that reduce the usage of hazardous and toxic chemicals. Funding is intended for general operating support or to support new or ongoing projects that protect the p...

GrantWatch ID#: 165034

Grants to New York City and California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Programs for Senio...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to New York City and California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for multi-generational programs. Funding is available for project support, general operating expenses, capital projects, and capacity building. Smaller grants are also offered to small...

GrantWatch ID#: 173676

Grants to Israel and USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Capital Projects and Programs Servi...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Israel and USA nonprofits in California, Hawaii, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York City, and neighboring rural communities in eligible locations to address the needs of low-income residents. Applicants must contact staff and submit an LOI before applying. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 184787

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs and Projects to Benefit Horses

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit horses. Eligible activities and services include those that contribute to the maintenance, care, promotion, and improvement of horse populations. Projects pertaining to all breed...

GrantWatch ID#: 193966

Grants and Sponsorships to USA Nonprofits to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline Ongoing

Grants and sponsorships of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to benefit local communities. Funding may be requested for capital support, general operating support, program support, event sponsorships, exhibitions, and performances or productions. Areas of fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 200511

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Promote Social Justice in the Agricul...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to promote social justice in the agricultural sector. Applicants must submit a preliminary information form prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to help gender-oppressed people pa...

GrantWatch ID#: 207894

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Advocate for Gender and Social Justice

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible areas to promote activism related to social and gender justice. Applicants must submit a preliminary information form prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support activist activities tha...

GrantWatch ID#: 207895

Grants to Maryland, Colorado, California, and New York Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Gene...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Maryland, Colorado, California, and New York nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for general operating support. Applicants must contact the funding source or fill out a questionnaire prior to applying. Funding is intended for general operating expense...

GrantWatch ID#: 212635

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations, Groups, Companies, and Individuals for...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations, groups, companies, and qualifying individuals for animal advocacy projects. Funding is intended to support general expenses as well as specific projects that benefit animals. Priority will be shown to activities t...

GrantWatch ID#: 213171

Grants to USA Academic and Research Institutions, CBOs, Direct Care Providers, and New Compani...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA academic and research institutions, CBOs, direct care providers, and new companies for brain-related research. Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry prior to a full application. Funding is intended for science-based, research-oriented projects that a...

GrantWatch ID#: 213813

Grants and In-Kind Marketing Support to USA Nonprofits to Improve Operations

Deadline Ongoing

Grants and in-kind marketing support to USA nonprofit organizations to improve operations. In addition to advertising funds, eligible organizations receive professional advice on the best way to publicize their work and reach a larger audience. The purpose of the grant...

GrantWatch ID#: 214028

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Promote Environmental Equity

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to promote environmental justice. Applicants must submit a preliminary information form prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to help BIPOC and gender-oppressed people participate ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207896

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA BIPOC-Led News Organizations for Capacity-Building Activities

Deadline Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA BIPOC-led and serving nonprofit and for-profit news organizations for capacity-building activities. Funding is available for general operating support for nonprofit organizations, project support for for-profit organizations, and field...

GrantWatch ID#: 214054

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Access Technology at a Reduced Ra...

Deadline Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to have access to the funding source's technology at a reduced rate. Participating nonprofits may use the technology to improve their operations and increase productivity, thereby boosting their soc...

GrantWatch ID#: 215697

Grants to USA Nonprofit Youth Organizations for Programs to Improve the Quality of Life for Ur...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit youth organizations for projects and activities to improve the quality of life for urban youth. The funding is intended to help young people who have not been able to realize their dreams and goals due to financial limitations. The funding sourc...

GrantWatch ID#: 215721

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Capacity Building and Programming to Improve the Quality of Life ...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for capacity building and programming to improve the quality of life of children, families, and communities. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended for programs, projects, and operational support. Prio...

GrantWatch ID#: 215893

Grants to California Businesses for Disaster Recovery Efforts in Eligible Regions

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to California businesses for disaster recovery efforts in eligible regions. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to offset the costs of damage caused by recent fires. Eligible businesses invo...

GrantWatch ID#: 215963
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In-Kind Donations to USA, Canada, and International Qualifying Nonprofits and NGOs to Support ...

Deadline Ongoing

In-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International qualifying nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations in eligible countries to support operations and community impact. Requests will be accepted for donations of technology products such as hardware, software, subsc...

GrantWatch ID#: 216533
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