310 California Grants for Children

310 Children Grants for California

Discover grants supporting children’s programs and services. Funding is available for children’s health, education, welfare, and development, including foster care, adoption services, parenting classes, and efforts to improve children’s access to resources and recreation.

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Grants to Oregon and California Extracurricular Programs for Middle School Youth to Enhance Pr...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to Oregon and California extracurricular programs in eligible regions to enhance organizational capacity and quality. Funding is intended to benefit programs that serve youth in middle school and that promote success for rural youth, youth ...

GrantWatch ID#: 134336
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Grants to California Nonprofits and Schools for Projects to Benefit Children and Youth

Deadline: 04/30/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 143400
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Grants to USA Women's Shelters to Support Survivors of Domestic Abuse

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of $20,000 to USA women’s shelters to provide services and support to women and children who have experienced abusive situations. Funding is intended to assist organizations that work to provide a safe, violence-free environment for abuse survivors. The g...

GrantWatch ID#: 180872
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Opportunity for USA Teams of Youth and Adults to Join a Leadership Development Program

Deadline: 04/30/26

Opportunity for USA teams of youth leaders and adult leaders from eligible organizations to participate in a leadership development program. Successful applicants will receive professional development and coaching, monetary support for project expenses, and other ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210195
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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Activities to Benefit Children

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of $1,000 to USA nonprofit community-based organizations for activities that support local children. Funding is intended to benefit children under the age of 18. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: education, welfare, h...

GrantWatch ID#: 210880
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Grants to California Childcare Facilities to Subsidize Student Enrollment Fees

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to California nonprofit childcare programs to offer subsidies to enrolled families in eligible regions. Funding is intended for facilities serving children ages 0-5 as well as school-aged children in grades TK - 6. Priority will be given to...

GrantWatch ID#: 220088
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Grants to California Nonprofits and Early Childhood Educators for Training and Enrichment Prog...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and early childhood educators for training and enrichment programs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for strategic initiatives and early childhood educator training programs to benefit young children and families...

GrantWatch ID#: 226406
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Grants to California Nonprofits, Schools, and CBOs to Support Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, schools, and CBOs to support residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to improve living conditions for city residents, help low and moderate-income households meet basic needs, and set residents on a path to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227211
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Graduate Students and Postgraduates to Travel for Res...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International graduate students and those with a Master's or doctoral degree to offset the cost of travel to conduct research at a library in the US. The purpose of the grant is to undertake research related to children's...

GrantWatch ID#: 228272
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Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Increase Access to Green Spaces

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to California nonprofit organizations, government and tribal entities, churches, public schools, and qualifying IHEs for initiatives to increase access to green spaces in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support specific green-space...

GrantWatch ID#: 228377
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Grants to California Nonprofits for Youth Development Programs, Education, and Community Suppo...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to California nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents. Funding is intended for general core support and programming focused on youth development and education, including in-school and out-of school programs, vocational education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 175740
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Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Programs and Projects to Benefit Communities i...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and public and private institutions in multiple states to benefit communities in eligible areas. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support p...

GrantWatch ID#: 177319
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Grants to California Nonprofits for Health, Arts, and Community Projects in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit the local community in eligible regions. Eligible proposals will align with the priority areas of education, health, and the arts with a particular focus on the elderly and children. Initiative...

GrantWatch ID#: 178961
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Awards and In-Kind Support to USA Organization Founders Ages 50 and Over to Recognize Positive...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Awards of $75,000 and in-kind support to USA individual nonprofit founders ages 50 and older to recognize efforts to create a positive impact. The award is intended to acknowledge organizational leaders who use their life experiences to make a difference. Applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 180642
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Grants to California Nonprofits for Capital Projects to Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Re...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for capital projects to benefit local residents in eligible locations. Applicants are required to register with the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for equipment purchases, land or...

GrantWatch ID#: 195502
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Grants to USA Nonprofit Shelters, Orphanages, and Group Homes to Support Programs that Benefit...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit vulnerable children across the country. Funding will be awarded to homeless shelters, orphanages, and group homes to support programs in the areas of education, health, and human services that specifi...

GrantWatch ID#: 220198
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Fellowships to USA and International Early-Career Postdoctoral Researchers for Projects Relate...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Fellowships to USA and International early-career postdoctoral researchers for projects related to brain development. Priority will be given to multi-disciplinary research. Eligible studies are focused on children and youth aged 7-24. Eligible proposals are design...

GrantWatch ID#: 220737
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Grants to USA and International Junior Faculty Members for Research Projects Related to Brain ...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA and International junior faculty members for research projects related to brain development. Priority will be given to multi-disciplinary research. Eligible studies are focused on children and youth aged 7-24. Eligible proposals are designed to study...

GrantWatch ID#: 221005
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Eligible Districts for Capital Projects Addressing He...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International eligible districts for capital projects that address health, human services, and other critical needs in local communities. Funding is intended to support infrastructure and equipment for projects that improve the well-bein...

GrantWatch ID#: 223879
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Grants to USA Immediate Family Members of Fallen Military Members to Support Their Education

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA immediate family members of fallen military members to support their education. Funding is intended for educational fees for the spouses and children of fallen military members and government employees, including for grades K-12, higher education, tr...

GrantWatch ID#: 227436
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Grants to USA Individuals and Couples for Assistance in Adopting a Child

Deadline: 05/02/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA individuals and couples to defray the cost of adopting a child. Funds may be requested to support domestic, international, and foster care adoptions. Funding is intended to cover outstanding final fees due to the lawyer or adoption a...

GrantWatch ID#: 154802
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Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Tribes for Alternative Justice Programs

Deadline: 05/04/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and Tribes, to create or improve alternative justice programs for justice-involved individuals with children. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations in ad...

GrantWatch ID#: 208433

Grants to California Local Educational Agencies for Educational Programs to Benefit Migratory ...

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to California local educational agencies for educational programs to benefit migratory children. The purpose of the program is to assist PreK-12 students who have experienced educational disruption, health issues, language and cultural barriers, social excl...

GrantWatch ID#: 168796

Grants to California Nonprofits and Entities for Behavioral Health Services

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, CBOs, Tribal entities, and other entities for behavioral health services for those at risk. Funding is intended to support children, youth, and adults who are at risk of homelessness or being in the justice system. App...

GrantWatch ID#: 228166

Fellowships to USA Individuals to Support Initiatives That Bolster Connections Between Generat...

Deadline: 05/10/26

Fellowships to USA individuals to support initiatives that bolster connections between generations. In addition to a stipend, funding is also intended to support the creation of new projects. Applicants from diverse backgrounds, as well as those serving historical...

GrantWatch ID#: 134076

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs and Activities

Deadline: 05/10/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs and projects. Funding is intended to support hospitals and schools; museums, performing arts and cultural programs; skills training, educational, and other programming for senior...

GrantWatch ID#: 174639

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Youth Arts Programming

Deadline: 05/12/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to California arts nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes to provide meaningful arts participation for youth. These grants aim to offer local community youth, ages 0-25, access to quality arts experiences and educational o...

GrantWatch ID#: 220431

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Aid Professionals Who Work with Victims of Abuse

Deadline: 05/13/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, police departments, and other public entities to assist professionals who work with victims of abuse. Funding is intended for small capital expenditures, staff ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220727

Grants to California Schools and Organizations for Educational Projects Serving Children

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to California schools and youth-serving organizations in eligible locations for educational enrichment projects. Funding is intended to support engaging learning experiences and projects that work to narrow the achievement gap. Eligible acti...

GrantWatch ID#: 153502

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Provide Food to Children from Low-Incom...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, agencies, IHEs, camps, and schools to provide food to children from low-income backgrounds during school breaks. Applicants must contact program staff and complete required registrations prior to submitting an applicat...

GrantWatch ID#: 180074

Grants and In-Kind Aid to California CBOs, Childcare Providers, and Groups to Foster Reading

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $500 and in-kind support to California CBOs, faith-based organizations, childcare providers, and neighborhood and cultural groups for projects that promote reading among children in eligible regions. In addition to funding, the funding source provi...

GrantWatch ID#: 196507

Grants to USA Individuals to Defray the Costs of Adoption

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA individuals to defray some of the costs of adoption. The funder supports international, domestic, and foster care adoptions. Applicants must provide information about the state or country from which they are adopting, whether they ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 223321

Grants to USA Qualifying Youth Sports Leagues for Initiatives to Promote Safety in Sports

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to USA qualifying youth sports leagues for initiatives to promote safety in sports. Applicants must complete a safety questionnaire and facility survey prior to applying. Funding is intended for facility enhancements and defibrillators. The purpose of the f...

GrantWatch ID#: 228085

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Tribes for Youth Gardening Projects

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of $750 to USA and territories nonprofit and religious organizations, government entities, school districts, IHEs, and Tribes serving under-resourced communities for intergenerational gardening projects. Funding is intended for the installation of a new gar...

GrantWatch ID#: 228620

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers and Research Teams for Studies Related to...

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers and research teams for studies related to early childhood education. The purpose of funding is to further the understanding of the education of children from birth to age eight, using the principles of Froebelia...

GrantWatch ID#: 226773

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits and Agencies for Child Car Safety Education Programs

Deadline: 05/25/26 Conference Date: 05/08/26

Grants of $20,000 and in-kind support to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, agencies, and tribes for educational programs related to child car safety. The purpose of this program is to decrease the rate of car-related deaths and injuries. In addition to fundi...

GrantWatch ID#: 200826

In-Kind Grants of Child Car Seats to USA and Canada Nonprofits and Agencies

Deadline: 05/25/26 Conference Date: 05/08/26

In-kind grants of child car seats and educational resources to USA and Canada nonprofits, government and public service entities, schools, and tribes to improve child passenger safety. Grantees will receive and distribute child safety seats and provide education a...

GrantWatch ID#: 202688

Grants to USA State Agencies to Provide Schools with Food Preparation Equipment

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants to USA and territories state agencies to provide schools with food preparation equipment. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to assist schools with implementing or expanding their food ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228643

Grants to USA IHEs to Provide On-Campus Childcare Services for Low-Income Students

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to USA higher education institutions to assist with daycare services for children of low-income students. Interested applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support programs that encourag...

GrantWatch ID#: 134445

Sponsorships to California Organizations and Agencies for Events that Benefit Young Children i...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Sponsorships to California community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, and public and private agencies for events that benefit young children in eligible regions. Eligible proposals are for various types of events, including but not limited to those ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183576

Grants to New Mexico and California Nonprofits to Address Community Needs in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $20,000 to New Mexico and California nonprofit organizations to address local needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of education success and family stability. Proposals will o...

GrantWatch ID#: 185720

Grants to USA Early-Career Investigators for Research to Improve the Health of Pregnant Women,...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to USA early-career investigators affiliated with institutions for research to improve the health of pregnant women, mothers, and newborns. Priority will be given to proposals addressing health equity and preterm birth. All proposals must have a direct link...

GrantWatch ID#: 186155

Grants to California Schools, Local Governments, and Nonprofits for Green Schoolyards

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to California school campuses, local governments, and nonprofit organizations to create environmentally friendly schoolyards in eligible locations. Schoolyard projects should include the installation of natural features, landscaping, planting of trees, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222400

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Research Projects Related to Children's Welfare and Parenting

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for research projects on topics related to children's welfare and parenting. Funding is intended for original projects that have the potential to benefit infants and children. Focus areas include parenting practices and educat...

GrantWatch ID#: 181620

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Benefit Veterans, At-Risk Youth, and Children with Disabilties

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit youth and veterans. Priority is given to activities that assist veterans and their families, children with disabilities, and at-risk youth. Funding may be used for general ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220823

Grants to California Organizations, Schools, Property Owners, and Agencies for Projects to Imp...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to California organizations, schools, property owners, and agencies in eligible regions to improve air quality. Funding is intended for low-cost projects that will result in reduced truck and car vehicle emissions, or result in a reduction i...

GrantWatch ID#: 148635

Grants to California Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, schools, and agencies in eligible communities for programs that benefit local residents. Applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities in the areas of arts and culture, education, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173782

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Schools in Multiple States to Promote Healthy Eating and Nutrition

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and schools in multiple states to promote healthy eating and nutrition education for children. Eligible applicants are located in states where the funding source has a business presence: Alabama, Arizona, Cali...

GrantWatch ID#: 181465

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Promote Health and Nutrition

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs that promote health and nutrition. Funding is intended to support activities that teach children and their families, how to grow, cook, and eat healthy foods. Grants may be used ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214534

Grants to California Nonprofits for Local Community Programs and Projects

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to California nonprofits for local community programs and projects. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of animal welfare, arts, children, community, environment, communications, and health services. Grants will be made to local organizati...

GrantWatch ID#: 216933