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

Explore 1,816 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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Grants to California Community Groups to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents in Eligible...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to California community groups to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities that address the needs of the local community. Eligible proposals benefit neighborhoods and re...

GrantWatch ID#: 178545

Grants to USA Youth Athletic Organizations to Enhance Sports Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA youth athletic organizations to enhance programs and experiences for youth in sports programs. Priority will be given to applicants located in low-income areas. Funding is intended to help support and broaden programs that are high qu...

GrantWatch ID#: 179469

Grants to California Nonprofits and Agencies for Health and Wellness Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and public agencies to enhance the health and wellness of residents in eligible counties. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support programs and pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 179526

Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, and Schools for Emergency Response Services

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA and Puerto Rico fire departments, EMS agencies, law enforcement agencies, public safety and nonprofit organizations, and schools in eligible regions to improve emergency response capacity. Funding may be used for the purchase of life...

GrantWatch ID#: 179675

Grants to Southern California Nonprofits to Support Youth Sports Activities and Programs in El...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Southern California nonprofit organizations for youth sports activities and programs in eligible counties. Priority will be given to BIPOC and disadvantaged youth, young women and girls, and youth living with disabilities. Funds may be used for sports eq...

GrantWatch ID#: 179873

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Programs, Projects, and Capital Support to Dev...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for activities in the areas of workforce, economic development, neighborhood revitalization, arts and culture, and learning through play. Funding may be used for projects located in regions where the funding...

GrantWatch ID#: 180060

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, NGOs, Institutions, and Individuals...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, NGOs, institutions, individuals, or collaborations between various entities to develop social impact projects. Finalists are given funding, publicity, and help with other resources in order to...

GrantWatch ID#: 180556

In-Kind Grants of Seeds to USA and Mexico Organizations in Eligible Regions for Gardening Pr...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations of seeds to USA and Mexico organizations in eligible regions for gardening projects. Preference is given to organizations and projects that support food access and resilience for underrepresented populations. Eligible applicants are focused on ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 180621

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Educational Institutions to Promote Japanese Language Learning

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit educational institutions and organizations for Japanese-language educational programs on a national, state, or regional level. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Priority is given to pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 180645

Sponsorships to USA Companies and Organizations in Multiple States to Support Events and Oppor...

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships to USA companies and organizations in multiple states to support events and opportunities in the communities where the funding source does business. Past sponsorships have included athletic, artistic, and community events. Special consideration will b...

GrantWatch ID#: 182121

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, Churches, and Schools to Promote Soccer

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal governments, schools, and churches in eligible locations to promote the sport of soccer. Grant funds may be used to support field development projects, scholarships for participation in socc...

GrantWatch ID#: 182153

Sponsorships to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Libraries for Events to Benefit Residents in Loca...

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and libraries for events to benefit young people and strengthen local communities. The program is intended to support efforts to improve the lives of underserved youth through tech education.

GrantWatch ID#: 182271

Grants to California Nonprofits to Advocate for and Protect Women's Reproductive Rights

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations that advocate for the protection of women's reproductive rights. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. The Foundation looks to support organization...

GrantWatch ID#: 182557

Grants to California Nonprofits for Legal Services and Advocacy for Immigrant Women Residing i...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for programs that address a wide range of issues facing immigrant women in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. The funding source supports initiative...

GrantWatch ID#: 182558

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for STEM Programs for Underserved Girls in...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for summer STEM programs for underserved girls in middle school. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. Programs should focus on low-income students...

GrantWatch ID#: 182559

Grants to California Institutions of Higher Education in Eligible Regions for Women's Studies ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California institutions of higher education in eligible communities to support existing or create new programs for women's, gender, or feminist studies. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 182560

Grants to California Nonprofits to Increase Women’s Representation in Publicly Elected Offic...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible communities for programs and initiatives to increase women’s representation in publicly elected offices. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. Preference i...

GrantWatch ID#: 182561

Grants to California Nonprofits that Provide Temporary Housing for Abused Women in Eligible Re...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations to provide temporary housing for women survivors of relationship violence in eligible locations. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. Priority will be given to programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 182562

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Provide Legal Services to Victims of Ab...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations to provide legal services to survivors of relationship violence. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended to support new projects or established program...

GrantWatch ID#: 182563

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Increase Access to Employment and Educa...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for programs to improve the economic self-sufficiency of women and their families in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary form prior to a full grant application. Programs for women of color ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182564

Grants to USA Healthcare Organizations for Continuing Education Events for Healthcare Professi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA professional societies, healthcare organizations, and education providers for events that provide healthcare professionals with further education. Funding is intended for expenses related to continuing education events in the areas of heart failure, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182567

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Cardiac Education and Fundraising Activities to Benefit Disadvant...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for health education programs and fundraisers related to cardiac diseases and treatments. Funding is intended to support activities and events that promote awareness among patients and the public alike, or that raise funds to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182569

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple Northwest States to Benefit Rural Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington nonprofit organizations to benefit rural communities. Funding is intended to support projects that include facility construction, capital improvements, infrastructure enh...

GrantWatch ID#: 182848

Grants to USA Individuals and Groups for Trail Maintenance and Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $250 to USA individuals and groups for projects to improve and maintain privately-owned or public trails used for off-road vehicles, as well as public parks, hiking trails, and nature preserves. Eligible projects may include trail clean-ups, trail expans...

GrantWatch ID#: 182914

Grants to USA Nonprofits that Use Eligible Pickup Truck Models to Serve Their Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations that regularly use and depend on pickup trucks to assist with their operations and benefit their communities. Eligible applicants include volunteers and employees of charitable organizations that use specific trucks manufactur...

GrantWatch ID#: 182915

Sponsorships to California Nonprofits to Support Community Health Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships of up to $10,000 to California nonprofit organizations to support health-related programs and community events and activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities such as conferences, health education forums, and health campaigns an...

GrantWatch ID#: 182930

Grants to California Nonprofits to Address Issues Facing the Elderly Population in Eligible Lo...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to California nonprofit organizations to address issues facing the elderly population in eligible locations. Funding may be used for short-term projects, small projects, and sponsorships. Applications for collaborative projects are accepted....

GrantWatch ID#: 183006

Grants to Oregon and California Nonprofits and Individuals to Promote the Appreciation of Bird...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Oregon and California nonprofit organizations and individuals in eligible locations for projects that promote the appreciation of wildlife. Emphasis is placed on projects and initiatives focusing on the bird population and other natural r...

GrantWatch ID#: 183134

Grants to USA, Puerto Rico, and Sovereign Tribes Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Promote Pos...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Puerto Rico, and sovereign tribes nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and IHEs for programs that promote postsecondary success for underserved students. Funding is intended to improve the quality of and access to higher education in order ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183148

In-Kind Grants to Southern California Nonprofits to Support Fundraising Efforts

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of donated items to Southern California nonprofit organizations that strive to improve their communities. Donated items are autographed by players and should be offered at auctions, raffles, and other fundraising events. Requests are limited to one ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183518

Sponsorships to California Organizations and Agencies for Events to Benefit Young Children

Deadline: Ongoing

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 USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Urgent Disaster Relief Support

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for urgent disaster relief. Funding is intended to provide effective and efficient support to communities and organizations that have been impacted by disaster. The funding source par...

GrantWatch ID#: 184107

Grants to USA BIPOC-Led Organizations for Activities that Advance Social Justice

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA BIPOC-led nonprofit social justice organizations for activities that further social and economic justice. Funding is intended to support strategies that combat discrimination and oppression in order to create just communities and societies. Priority ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184164

Grants to USA Nonprofits and For-Profits for Educational Programs for Mental Health Service Pr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and for-profit continuing medical education providers for education programs for healthcare providers in the area of mental health. Funding is intended for continuing medical education (CME) activities, including live, print, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184348

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs and Activities Addressing Health Care

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and activities addressing health care. Funding is intended for scientific, patient, and professional organizations. The purpose of this funding opportunity is to improve patient advocacy, education, and care. The ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184420

In-Kind Donations and Sponsorships to USA Nonprofits to Support Education, Sustainability, and...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations and sponsorships to USA nonprofit organizations for activities in the areas of climate action, quality education, and equity. Eligible requests include the sponsorship of events, donations of used furniture, and volunteers or use of the funding s...

GrantWatch ID#: 184634

Grants to California Nonprofits, Tribes, School Districts, and Agencies to Respond to Urgent N...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations, tribes, school districts, and public entities to address unexpected and urgent needs in eligible regions. These funds are intended to assist nonprofits in times of crisis during which their ability to f...

GrantWatch ID#: 184696

Discounts on Telecommunications Services to California Nonprofits, Health Facilities, Educatio...

Deadline: Ongoing

Discounts to California nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, health facilities, libraries, and colleges on purchasing eligible telecommunications services. Funding is intended to reduce the cost of internet and broadband services and increase the acc...

GrantWatch ID#: 184926

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Action Programs to Protect the Environment

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada grassroots nonprofit organizations for environmental preservation programs. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of climate solutions, agricultural transformation, thriving communities, and healthy land and waters. The goal ...

GrantWatch ID#: 185169

Grants to California Nonprofits and Individuals to Replace and Repair Instruments for Youth Mu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and individuals in eligible communities to repair, lend, or replace instruments for local youth music programs. Funding may be used for instrument and case purchases, broken instrument repairs and tune-ups, and supplies...

GrantWatch ID#: 185272

Grants to California Agencies, Park Districts, and Organizations for Aquatic Resource Restorat...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California local, state, and federal agencies, non-governmental organizations, park districts, and private entities in eligible communities for projects that restore local aquatic resources. Applicants must first submit a project concept prior to being i...

GrantWatch ID#: 185598

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Research Institutions for Fragile X Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research institutions for clinical research projects related to Fragile X syndrome. Funding is intended for clinical research trials with human subjects. Priority will be given to trials of agents that have been previously ...

GrantWatch ID#: 185635

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Animal Welfare Activities Following Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to respond to animal welfare needs following disasters and emergencies. Funding is intended for a wide range of services and equipment related to animal welfare activities, including veterinary care, me...

GrantWatch ID#: 185764

Grants to USA and Canada Organizations to Develop New Energy-Saving Initiatives in Quebec

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada organizations to develop new energy-efficiency solutions in Quebec. Funding is intended for creative projects that can be used by customers in a range of sectors, including the commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and transp...

GrantWatch ID#: 185958

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Environmental Projects and Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for environmental projects that benefit local residents and communities. Funding is intended for programs and activities within the focus areas of climate change, preservation and protection of publi...

GrantWatch ID#: 185967

In-Kind Grants of Promotional Technology Items to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Education-Based...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants of technology items valued at $500 to USA nonprofits, schools, and education-related organizations. Every month, an eligible organization will receive branded technology products, such as power banks, USB flash drives, PopSockets, and charging cable...

GrantWatch ID#: 186033

Grants to USA IHEs and Educational Nonprofits for Scientific Research Studies on Materials

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA institutions of higher education and nonprofit educational and research organizations for scientific research studies related to topical materials. Applicants are advised that required registration may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 186448

Grants to USA Investigators at Nonprofits and IHEs for Computational and Theoretical Materials...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA investigators at nonprofit organizations and IHEs for materials science research projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support data-centric, theory, modeling, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 186450

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, IHEs, and Agencies to Assist Communities After Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribes, IHEs, and agencies to benefit those who were affected by tornadoes, floods, and other natural disasters. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 186734

In-Kind Grants to USA Nonprofits for Website, Social Media, Branding, Creative, and Technical ...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants valued at up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for marketing and website design services. Eligible projects may involve graphic design, branding, marketing, SEO, and website maintenance and design. Services are intended to assist nonprofits ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186823
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