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Grants for California Individuals

Explore 1,255 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for individuals, including artists, teachers, veterans, musicians, scientists, inventors, entrepreneurs, farmers, homeowners, and students pursuing college scholarships and fellowships, operating in California. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives, updated daily.

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1,255 grants found

Financial Assistance to California Individuals who Have Suffered a Paralyzing Accident to Help...

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance of $5,000 to California individuals who have suffered a paralyzing accident to help them gain or maintain employment. Funding is intended to help these individuals succeed professionally, begin a new venture, or thrive in their current job, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 223881

In-Kind Support of Athletic Prosthetic Devices to USA, Canada, and International Individuals W...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support of prosthetic devices to USA, Canada, and International individuals with disabilities. Individuals who have lower extremity limb differences or amputations are eligible to apply for athletic prostheses from the funding source. Eligible prostheses a...

GrantWatch ID#: 223964

In-Kind Support to Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, Texas, and Utah Individuals With Phys...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, Texas, and Utah individuals with physical disabilities in eligible regions to participate in athletic activities and sports. Applicants are offered a free gym membership, which they are required to use at le...

GrantWatch ID#: 223965

Grants to USA Researchers for Medical Journal Article Access Costs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA researchers for medical journal article access costs. Funding is intended to cover the costs of making research articles accessible to all without a fee or subscription. The purpose of funding is to enable research findings to be available to a wide ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224002

Opportunity for California Organizations and Individuals to Create and Display Art Installatio...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for California organizations and individuals to create and display art installations and cultural programs for a library in eligible locations. Eligible artwork can be in any discipline, using any type of materials. The artwork or program must be site-...

GrantWatch ID#: 224041

Loans to USA Federal Employees to Assist with Unexpected Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans of up to $2,000 to USA federal employees to assist with unexpected expenses arising from illness, injury, natural disaster, or a death in the family. Funding is intended to assist with medical and dental expenses, funeral costs, costs related to a natural di...

GrantWatch ID#: 224185

Grants to USA Individuals to Attend an Equestrian Course Design Conference or Clinic Outside N...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $3,000 to USA individuals to attend a conference or clinic related to equestrian eventing outside North America. Funding is intended for equestrian cross-country course designers with a current FEI Level II or III Cross-country Design license. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 224309

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Legal Firms, and Lawyers for Urgent Financial Assistance for Social ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, legal firms, and lawyers to provide urgent financial assistance for social justice litigation. Funding is intended to cover expenses associated with lawsuits that have a public interest aspect such as class a...

GrantWatch ID#: 224322

Loans to California Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Promote the Recycling of Waste Ti...

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to California nonprofit organizations, for-profits, government entities, and sanitation agencies to promote the recycling and reuse of waste tires. Funding is intended for machinery and equipment purchases, infrastructure improvements, and capital projects t...

GrantWatch ID#: 224706

Grants and In-Kind Support to California Property Owners, Artists, Businesses, and Cultural Or...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to California property owners, as well as artists, businesses, cultural organizations, and entrepreneurs for community development projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects to convert vacant storefronts into t...

GrantWatch ID#: 224847

Grants to California Businesses and Property Owners in Eligible Locations for Capital Improvem...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $50,000 to California businesses and property owners in eligible locations for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended for exterior and interior building improvements, including heating and cooling systems, accessibility improvements, ele...

GrantWatch ID#: 224858

Grants to USA Organizers, Education Groups, and Trainers to Benefit Riders and Horses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA organizers, education groups, and trainers to benefit riders and horses. Funding is intended to provide opportunities for riders to learn important skills, as well as information about conditioning and fitness. The goal of the program...

GrantWatch ID#: 224906

Incentives to California Nonprofits and Agencies to Purchase or Lease Electric Vehicles

Deadline: Ongoing

Incentives to California nonprofit entities, government agencies, and residents in eligible counties for the purchase or lease of electric vehicles. Incentive amounts will be doubled for low-income residents. Eligible vehicles include new or used hydrogen-fueled, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225044

In-Kind Donations of Sportswear to USA Female Teenagers Who Participate in an Eligible Flag Fo...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of sportswear to USA female teenagers who participate in an eligible flag football league. This program is intended to appropriately outfit young female athletes with sports bras. Applications must be submitted by the parent or legal guardian of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225230

Grants and Loans to California Homeowners in Eligible Locations for Home Repairs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and loans to California homeowners in eligible locations for home repairs. Funding is intended to assist homeowners that meet certain income limits to make repairs to their homes to improve their quality of life through addressing health and safety concerns...

GrantWatch ID#: 225269

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Individuals for Activities to Promo...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals for activities to promote veganism across the globe. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to a full application. Funding is intended to assist individual activists and organizations e...

GrantWatch ID#: 225290

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Nonprofits, and For-Profits to Par...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, teams, nonprofit organizations, and for-profit organizations to work in a program addressing safety and science in AI. Awardees will be given funding, office space, and workshop opportunities. Applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225624

Grants to USA University Start-Ups, Academic Investigators, and Early-Stage Businesses for Inn...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA university start-ups, academic investigators, and early-stage businesses for innovative food allergy research. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for researching the root cause of food a...

GrantWatch ID#: 225674

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Qualifying PhD Students to Participate in a Residency

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International qualifying PhD students to participate in a residency. Funding is intended to support students who want to enhance their research by traveling to an academic institution other than their own. Successful applicants are expec...

GrantWatch ID#: 225678

Grants to USA Businesses, Tribes, Individuals, and IHEs for Planning and Research Activities R...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA and territories businesses, tribes, government organizations, individuals, and faculty of IHEs for planning and research activities related to pest management in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a wide range of strategic pla...

GrantWatch ID#: 225703

Fellowships to USA Undergraduate and Graduate Students for Professional Development Opportunit...

Deadline: Ongoing

Fellowships of up to $1,000 to USA and territories undergraduate and graduate students to support early career pest management professionals in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support professional development through attending meetings, interning with com...

GrantWatch ID#: 225709

Grants to USA and Territories Individuals, Agencies, Businesses, and INstutitions for Time-Cri...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and territories individuals, government organizations, businesses, and institutions for time-critical projects addressing pest management in eligible regions. Priority will be given to projects that have a wider and more regional scop...

GrantWatch ID#: 225710

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations, Companies, and Researchers for Researc...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations, companies, and researchers for research studies related to the treatment of dysferlinopathies (LGMD2B and Miyoshi Myopathy). Eligible research topics address the gaps in current knowledge that hinder the purs...

GrantWatch ID#: 225727

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career PhD Scholars for Historical Humani...

Deadline: Ongoing

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International early-career PhD scholars to pursue research projects related to historical humanities. Funding will cover a monthly stipend as well as travel and other material expenses. Funding is intended for a wide range of resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 225800

In-Kind Donations and Services to USA Children Coping with Chronic Illness, Disabilities, or F...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations and services valued at $500 to USA children coping with chronic illness, disabilities, or financial challenges to enhance their quality of life. Eligible requests include but are not limited to assistive devices, medical equipment, sensory items,...

GrantWatch ID#: 225834

Grants to California Organizations and Individuals for Programs, Projects, and Activities to B...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California organizations and individuals for programs, projects, and activities to benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for events as well as charitable and educational projects that are available to all residents. Eligible activiti...

GrantWatch ID#: 226171

Grants to California Scholars, Scientists, and State Park Staff for Research Studies in the Fi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California scholars, scientists, state park staff, and funding source members for research projects in the field of paleontology. Funding is intended to support studies by eligible applicants conducting research or educational activities in the Anza-Borr...

GrantWatch ID#: 226398

Grants to California Early Childhood Educators to Promote Professional Development

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to California early childhood educators for training and professional development programs in eligible regions. Funding is intended to allow early childhood teachers to attend advocacy-related workshops, conferences, or training that advance...

GrantWatch ID#: 226406

Grants to USA Families to Assist With Children's Health-Related Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA families for healthcare expenses related to children's health issues. Funding is intended to help with critical expenses, including clinical care, medical equipment, and travel-related costs, so families can focus on their child’s health and not on...

GrantWatch ID#: 226644

Grants to California Nonprofits, CBOs, Schools, and Individuals for Neighborhood Beautification

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations, CBOs, schools, and individuals for neighborhood beautification activities in eligible regions. Eligible projects include community gardens, little free libraries, murals, and community message boards. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 226822

Scholarships to USA and Canada Unpaid Caregivers of Family Members to Attend a Retreat

Deadline: Ongoing

Scholarships to USA and Canada unpaid caregivers of family members to attend a retreat. The purpose of the grant is to provide caregivers of ill or disabled family members with a much-needed break from their duties. Eligible applicants are the primary caregivers o...

GrantWatch ID#: 226864

Grants to California Organizations and Blind and Visually Impaired Individuals to Improve the ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California blind and visually impaired individuals and organizations that serve these individuals in eligible regions to improve their quality of life. Funding is intended for a variety of expenses, including technological devices, braille equipment, hom...

GrantWatch ID#: 226865

In-Kind Support and Grants to USA and Canada Primary Caregivers of Family Members with Dementi...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support and grants to USA and Canada primary caregivers of family members with Alzheimer's or other dementias for relief and to address emergency situations. The purpose of the program is to provide caregivers with alternate supervision opportunities for t...

GrantWatch ID#: 226867

Grants to California Organizations and Individuals for Emergency Support and to Address Commun...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California organizations and individuals for emergency support and to address community needs in eligible regions. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life for residents, to respond to local disasters, and for disaster preparedness activities. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 226949

Grants to California Dental School Students for Wellness Events

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $300 to California dental school students for wellness events. Eligible activities must assist with enduring wellness skills, integrate into student life or the school curriculum, and focus on professional development and education. Initiatives are...

GrantWatch ID#: 227158

Grants to California Individuals for Skilled Trade Training

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to California individuals for skilled trade training. Eligible vocations include, but are not limited to, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and construction management. Funding may be used for tuition, fees, supplies, computer equipment...

GrantWatch ID#: 227271

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Students for Initiatives Addressing Youth and Child A...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International students for initiatives addressing youth and child abuse. Funding is intended for ideas of how to support survivors of abuse and prevent youth and child abuse. Eligible uses of funds will be judged by the amount of autonom...

GrantWatch ID#: 227423

Grants to USA Entrepreneurs, Scientists, and Companies for Innovative Dairy Processing Technol...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA entrepreneurs, scientists, and companies to support innovative dairy processing technologies. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to develop and scale innovations that will convert by-products into valuable it...

GrantWatch ID#: 227513

Grants to USA Critically Ill Children and Their Families in Multiple States to Fulfill Special...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA critically ill children and their families in multiple states to fulfill special wishes. Children must be aged 3-17 and have a diagnosis of a life-threatening or terminal illness. Applicants must reside in one of the following states: Alabama, Califo...

GrantWatch ID#: 227531

Grants to USA Nurse Anesthesiology Residents for Educational Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $1,500 to USA and Puerto Rico nurse anesthesiology residents for educational needs. Priority is given to residents who are within one year of graduation. Funding is intended to allow residents to complete their education in the face of financial constrai...

GrantWatch ID#: 227649

Fellowships for USA Post-Doctoral Individuals to Research Criminal Justice Practices

Deadline: Ongoing

Fellowships for USA post-doctoral individuals to research criminal justice practices. Fellows will receive a financial award plus coverage of travel, research expenses, and other benefits. This fellowship is for individuals who received their doctorate degree no l...

GrantWatch ID#: 227748

In-Kind Support for California Artists and Organizations for Public Arts Programming

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support for California artists and arts organizations to exhibit publicly accessible programming in eligible locations. Applicants will receive in-kind marketing support and free use of qualifying facilities to display art exhibits. The purpose of this pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 228493

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit Leaders to Receive Leadership Mentori...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit leaders to participate in a leadership mentoring program. This program is available to leaders who are working to improve their organization's effectiveness. Participants will benefit from courses on topics ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228544

Grants to USA Individuals and Families Impacted by Cerebral Palsy to Promote Independence

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA individuals and families impacted by cerebral palsy for help in achieving independence. Funding is intended to assist with expenses related to ongoing therapy services, vehicle modifications, and specialized equipment that are paid for by government ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228597

Grants to USA Individuals with Disabilities to Assist with Transportation Costs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA individuals with disabilities to assist with transportation costs. Funding is intended to lower the cost burden of travel for essential daily activities such as commuting to employment, purchasing food and necessities, and participati...

GrantWatch ID#: 228773

Grants to USA Individuals with Disabilities to Assist with Disaster Relief Costs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA individuals with disabilities to assist with disaster relief costs. Financial support is designed to aid individuals with disabilities who have been impacted by crises, disasters, or urgent emergency events. Eligible expenses include ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228780

Grants to USA Individuals with Disabilities for Assistive Devices

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA individuals with disabilities for assistive devices. to help individuals living with physical impairments obtain vital assistive devices, adaptive equipment, and supportive technologies that enhance their independence, promote daily c...

GrantWatch ID#: 228783

Grants to California Low-Income Households for Energy-Saving Home Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California low-income households for energy-saving home improvement projects. Priority is given to vulnerable populations, including families with young children, individuals with disabilities, and the elderly. The purpose of the program is to reduce fam...

GrantWatch ID#: 228838

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Early-Stage Autism Research Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. and M.D. researchers affiliated with IHEs, medical schools, and research institutions for early-stage research projects related to autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Funding is intended for exploratory res...

GrantWatch ID#: 228965

Grants to USA Independent Investigators to Commercialize Cancer-Related Technologies

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA and territories independent investigators at nonprofit institutions to commercialize cancer-related technologies. Funding is intended for the commercialization of technologies for testing biopsies, improved healthcare delivery, testi...

GrantWatch ID#: 228974
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What types of grants are available for individuals on GrantWatch?

GrantWatch lists federal, state, local government, corporate, and private foundation grants for individuals across 61 categories, including arts and culture, education, research, health and medical, and community service, along with fellowships, awards, and project-based funding.

Does GrantWatch include college scholarships and fellowships for individuals?

Yes. GrantWatch lists college scholarships and fellowship opportunities alongside grants for artists, researchers, and other individuals, covering undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral funding across a range of fields.

Do individuals need a nonprofit sponsor to apply for grants?

Eligibility requirements vary by funding source. Some grants require fiscal sponsorship through a nonprofit, while others accept applications directly from individuals. Review each grant listing's specific criteria to confirm requirements.

How often is the GrantWatch grant database updated?

GrantWatch's research team human-verifies and updates listings daily, with over a thousand new grant opportunities added each week. Deadlines, eligibility rules, and award amounts are checked regularly to keep the database accurate.