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Grants for California Nonprofits & 501(c)(3) Organizations

Explore 1,815 active, human-verified grant opportunities tailored for nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)(3) public charities, community organizations, faith-based initiatives, and NGOs operating in California. Filter funding sources across federal agencies, state programs, private foundations, and corporate giving initiatives spanning 61 grant categories and beyond, updated daily.

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1,815 grants found

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Inflammatory Bowel Disease Research

Deadline: 02/05/27 LOI Date: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with nonprofit and for-profit research institutions, medical centers, and universities to support innovative research on inflammatory bowel disease. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to...

GrantWatch ID#: 182892

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits for Senior Services and Veterans Programs

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations for programs and services to enhance communities across the country. Funding is intended to support a range of activities for veteranl organizations and organizations providing senior services. Funded programs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184172

Grants to New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York, and California Nonprofits to Enhance the W...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York, and California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to enhance the welfare of residents. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of health, education, youth, and community building. Priority w...

GrantWatch ID#: 187065

Grants and In-Kind Services to USA Organizations for Programs that Promote Recycling

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies for programs that promote recycling. Funding is intended to support organizations who have existing recycling programs. Ongoing and event-based programs are encouraged. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 190382

Award to a USA Nonprofit or Individual for Contributions to Arts and Culture

Deadline: 09/30/26

Award to a USA nonprofit charitable organization or individual to acknowledge noteworthy contributions to society in the United States. This year, the selected award recipient will be recognized for furthering contributions in the area of arts and culture. Awardee...

GrantWatch ID#: 191490

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Promote Renewable Energy

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for projects that promote renewable energy. Funding is intended to support socially responsible, community-based nonprofits that are developing a renewable energy project. The mission of the Foundati...

GrantWatch ID#: 192527

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Provide Loans to Individuals for Water Infrastructure Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations to provide loans and sub-grants to low-income individuals in rural areas for water infrastructure projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The goal of the...

GrantWatch ID#: 197215

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Community Leaders for Capital Projects to Revitalize Public Commu...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA community leaders, elected officials, and tribal leaders for capital projects to revitalize public community spaces in rural areas. The purpose of the program is to create and restore communal spaces that foster personal connections....

GrantWatch ID#: 197389

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations for Medical and Health-Related Programm...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations for medical and health-related programming. Funding is intended for programs that improve patient care and promote education for healthcare providers. Eligible use of funds includes internet-based publications...

GrantWatch ID#: 201242

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Projects to Advance Medical Knowledge...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International researchers for projects to advance medical knowledge and improve care. Funding is intended to further research associated with the funding source's products within a broad range of focus areas including anesthesia, diagnos...

GrantWatch ID#: 201244

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Hospitals, Medical Societies, and Institutions for Fe...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International community hospitals, medical societies and associations, and teaching institutions for fellowship training programs. Funding is intended for studies related to disease states and therapeutic areas addressed by the funding s...

GrantWatch ID#: 201245

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Educational Programs with a Focus on the Constitution

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for educational programs with a focus on the U.S. Constitution. The purpose of the program is to support programs that advocate the value of the Constitution. Applicants will be asked to include a summary of their accomplishme...

GrantWatch ID#: 202327

Grants to USA Institutions and Organizations for Scientific Research Studies

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA research institutions and organizations for scientific studies related to the environment, physics, computing, and energy. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research that yi...

GrantWatch ID#: 202899

Grants to California Nonprofits, Fire Departments, and Firefighter Associations for Projects t...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, fire departments, firefighter associations, and tribes for activities to address the dangers and effects of wildfires. Funding is intended to support projects that assist in prevention, mitigation, preparedness, and re...

GrantWatch ID#: 203367

Grants to California Nonprofits to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents in eligible communities. First-time applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Areas of focus include health and human services, arts and culture, community en...

GrantWatch ID#: 203849

Grants to California Organizations for Projects to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 10/15/26 LOI Date: 09/30/26

Grants to California organizations to benefit the community in eligible regions. Some applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the focus areas of conservation, climate, and open space; food insecurity; educatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 204946

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Improve Food-Relate...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International qualifying nonprofit organizations and registered charities to improve food-related services that benefit underserved communities. Funding is intended for the acquisition, transportation, and installatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 205030

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations in multiple states and provinces to benefit the local community. Applications will be accepted from organizations in the states of California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland,...

GrantWatch ID#: 206934

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs to Enhance the Health of the LGBTQ+ Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for programs to enhance the health of the LGBTQ+ community. Eligible proposals are those that address physical and behavioral health issues, including but not limited to substance abuse, HIV and AIDS, basic nee...

GrantWatch ID#: 207042

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Community Development Corporations for Projects...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, special districts, public utilities, and Tribes for projects that prepare communities to carry out environmental protection activities. Funding is intended for planning and basic infrastructure pre...

GrantWatch ID#: 208358

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Environmental Protection Activities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, special districts, public utilities, and Tribes to help vulnerable communities pursue environmental protection activities. Grants are intended to help communities increase their potential to succes...

GrantWatch ID#: 208359

Grants to USA Academic, Industry, and Research Entities for Science and Engineering Research P...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA academic, industry, and research entities for a wide range of science and engineering research projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support projects that offer advance...

GrantWatch ID#: 209146

Grants to USA and Armenia Entities for Projects to Benefit Armenian Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Armenia nonprofit organizations, foundations, government agencies, and charities for projects to benefit Armenian communities. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz prior to submitting an application. Funding for this round is for parks an...

GrantWatch ID#: 209519

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Registered Charities to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International registered charities in eligible countries for activities to benefit local communities. Some applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 213545

Grants to USA Organizations for Lighting for Recreational Areas in Underserved Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA organizations for lighting for recreational areas in underserved communities. Funding is intended to improve the health and development of children by making sports pitches more accessible and safer and extending the number of hours that children and...

GrantWatch ID#: 214776

Loans to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, Cooperatives, and Agencies to Assist with Economic Developmen...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, Tribes, cooperatives, and public agencies to assist with economic development in rural areas. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to increase economic ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214812

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Help Communities Thrive and Grow

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to help communities thrive and grow. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the following focus areas: handwashing, infant development, feminine hygiene, oral care, and creating healthy and clean places to live. Please ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216075

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, Businesses, and Researchers for Long-Range Scie...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, businesses, and researchers for long-range science and technology projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support projects that will bene...

GrantWatch ID#: 216100

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Music Projects Addressing Social Injustice and Inequity

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grant of $10,000 and additional smaller grants to USA nonprofit organizations that address inequity and social injustice through music. Funding is primarily intended to support performance-based and educational activities. Both operating support and specific proje...

GrantWatch ID#: 216489

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Enhance Rural Community Life

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to California, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to enhance rural community life. Applications from nonprofits that focus on community opportunities and resources will be prioritized. The int...

GrantWatch ID#: 216804

Grants to California Nonprofits to Support Cancer Research and Youth Initiatives

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California qualifying nonprofit organizations for research and youth initiatives in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and programs, as well as capital and operating expenses. Focus areas include cancer research and enhancement of the edu...

GrantWatch ID#: 216871

Sponsorships to California Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Local Events in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 09/30/26

Sponsorships to California nonprofit organizations and government agencies to promote local events in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to educate the public about the importance of maritime commerce, advance international trade, and provide recreati...

GrantWatch ID#: 217166

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects in Handicrafts and the Applied Arts

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects related to handicrafts and the applied arts. Funding is intended to support a wide range of activities, including exhibitions, demonstrations, travel, teaching and study, community awareness, mate...

GrantWatch ID#: 218854

Grants to California Organizations for Environmental Protection Activities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California organizations for environmental protection activities in eligible regions. Applicants are required to contact the funding source to receive access to the grant application. The purpose of the grant is to protect the natural resources and land ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218994

Grants to California Nonprofit and Tribal Entities for Infrastructure Improvements

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit and for-profit entities and tribally designated housing entities for capital improvements in housing projects. All applicants must meet with the department before applying. Improvements can include street, road, and bridge constructi...

GrantWatch ID#: 219895

Grants to California Nonprofits and Tribal Entities for Housing Development

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and Tribal entities for housing development projects. All applicants must meet with the department before applying. Funding is in the form of long-term loans for rehabilitation, new construction, and conversion of non-r...

GrantWatch ID#: 219896

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Initiatives to Benefit Vulnerable Po...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for initiatives to benefit vulnerable populations. Funding is intended to support residents in need and charitable organizations. Special consideration will be given to projects that provide educat...

GrantWatch ID#: 220149

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Benefit Young Men

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to benefit young men. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the program areas of education, health, and human services. The goal of the grants is to address the needs of men under the age of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220192

Grants to California Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit local residents. Funding is intended to support a range of activities in the following program areas: education, the environment, animals, and human services. Special preference will be given ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220211

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Support the Jewish Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to support the Jewish community. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the following program areas: public/society benefit, health, arts, culture, and humanities, environment/animals, relig...

GrantWatch ID#: 220252

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Programs to Benefit Vulnerable Youth...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs to benefit vulnerable youth and their families. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the following focus areas: education and human services. Applicants must benefit residents...

GrantWatch ID#: 220267

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Research Centers to Forge Connections

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research centers and educational and nonprofit institutes to forge contacts between institutions focusing on mathematics and the theoretical basic physical sciences. Funding is intended to strengthen connections within the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222010

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Charitable Activities in Multiple States

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for charitable activities that benefit communities in which the funding source is located. Funding is intended for programs and projects that positively impact residents in local communities. Activities must benefit communitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 222180

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Arts-Based Projects and Scientific Res...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for arts-based projects and scientific research. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: art exhibitions, art preservation, art education, and general adv...

GrantWatch ID#: 222240

Grants to USA Youth-Serving Organizations and Schools to Support Rock Climbing

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA youth-serving organizations and schools to support rock climbing. Funding is intended for the purchase of rock climbing equipment that will provide a healthy activity and fitness opportunity for youth. Eligible applicants are in the c...

GrantWatch ID#: 222895

Grant a USA or Canada Nonprofit to Create and Promote Change in Their Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grant of $1,000 to a USA or Canada nonprofit organization to create and promote change in their community. Funding is intended to help organizations address crucial community issues and improve the quality of life for residents. Eligible activities place a strong ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223164

Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Prof...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA, Canada, and International IHEs, nonprofit organizations, for-profits, individuals, Tribes, and government agencies for research programs. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 226032

Grants to USA Christian Nonprofits Serving Under-Resourced Communities for Leadership Developm...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of $15,000 to USA nonprofit Christian organizations serving under-resourced communities for programs to develop new organizational leadership. Funding is intended for expenses in the areas of capacity building, programmatic costs, and overhead. The key elig...

GrantWatch ID#: 226462

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs to Develop High-Spe...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, research institutions, and IHEs for preliminary studies on developing high-speed weapons systems. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 230252

USA, Canada, and International Mathematics and Theoretical Physics Symposia Grants

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizing committees to conduct symposia on topics related to mathematics and theoretical physics. The purpose of the symposia is to bring together theoretical computer scientists, physicists, and mathematicians to meet an...

GrantWatch ID#: 231114
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