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Beneficial State Foundation Sponsorships
Beneficial State Foundation
Equitable & Affordable Housing
Art & Culture
Education
Up to US $1,000
The Beneficial State Foundation offers sponsorships to 501(c)(3) organizations in California, Oregon, and Washington, focusing on social justice and environmental work. With a unique business model, Beneficial State Bank reinvests profits back into communities, emphasizing support for existing clients. Organizations must submit requests at least 60 days in advance and cannot use funds for political activities. The foundation prioritizes partnerships, making funding competitive due to high demand.
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Centinela Valley Medical & Community Funds - Integration, Collaboration, Advocacy Grants
California Community Foundation
Health Care Access & Delivery
Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases
Addiction & Substance Use Disorders
US $50,000 - US $500,000
The California Community Foundation invites letters of interest for grants aimed at enhancing healthcare access and disease prevention in South L.A.'s Centinela Valley. Established in 1999, the Centinela Medical and Community Funds support organizations that integrate medical and social services while addressing health disparities. With an emphasis on collaboration and advocacy, the funds seek to improve the health and quality of life for local residents, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
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Habitat Enhancement and Restoration Grant Program
California Wildlife Conservation Board
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration
Unspecified amount
The Habitat Enhancement and Restoration Grant Program, initiated by the California Wildlife Conservation Board, aims to protect and restore California's diverse habitats. This program funds projects including habitat restoration, wildlife corridors, and fisheries enhancements, ensuring long-term maintenance and ecological sustainability. Eligible recipients include private landowners, nonprofit organizations, resource conservation districts, and public agencies, supported primarily by the Habitat Conservation Fund and voter-approved bonds.
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Hind Foundation: Supplemental Grant
Hind Foundation
Music
Environmental Conservation
Historic Preservation
Up to US $2,500
The Hind Foundation's Supplemental Grant program supports community-based organizations with essential projects that may not qualify for a Standard Grant. Since its inception in 2006, it has funded diverse initiatives including ecosystem conservation, historical landmark restoration, and the promotion of music and visual arts. This program emphasizes the importance of collaboration among organizations to enhance habitats, preserve history, and foster artistic expression, ultimately benefiting local communities and their cultural heritage.
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Joseph R. & Mercedes McMicking Foundation Grant
The Joseph And Mercedes Mcmicking Foundation
Environmental Education
Education - K through 12
Education - Higher Education
Unspecified amount
The Joseph R. & Mercedes McMicking Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for children and families in the San Francisco Bay Area. It focuses on charitable giving, supporting educational programs in arts, technology, education, and science. The foundation provides grants to 501(c)(3) organizations, promoting access to resources and tuition assistance for local pre-K-12 schools. This initiative strengthens community ties and nurtures the next generation's growth through diverse educational opportunities.
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LB Charitable Foundation Grants
Lb Charitable Foundation
Homelessness Services
Cancer / Oncology
Military & Veterans Services
Unspecified amount
The LB Charitable Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting various causes such as homelessness, cancer research, and aid for disabled veterans. With a family-led approach, the foundation aims to create lasting impacts by identifying community needs and funding innovative solutions. They focus on philanthropy, ensuring that their contributions foster social well-being and help vulnerable populations, including victims of gun violence and substance abuse. Their commitment to long-term change benefits both current and future generations.
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Miranda Lux Foundation Grant
Miranda Lux Foundation
Vocational & Trade Education
After School / Summer Educational Programs
Academic Success & Enrichment
Unspecified amount
The Miranda Lux Foundation Grant supports innovative pre-vocational and vocational education programs for youth under 18 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Established in 1955, the foundation honors Miranda W. Lux's legacy by funding proposals that enhance educational opportunities in technical and manual skills. Organizations must be tax-exempt under 501(c)(3) to apply. The foundation prioritizes unique initiatives that help prepare young people for the workforce while fostering academic enrichment and artistic development.
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Rosenberg Foundation Grants
Rosenberg Foundation
Criminal Justice System Reform
Reentry Services
Immigrant Services
Up to US $100,000
The Rosenberg Foundation is dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers to equity and opportunity for Californians. Through its grantmaking, it focuses on areas such as leadership development, criminal justice reform, and immigrant rights. The foundation supports innovative initiatives, including the 2022-2024 Leading Edge Fellows, who tackle pressing social issues. By fostering civic engagement, the foundation aims to empower underrepresented communities and ensure their voices are heard in policy discussions, ultimately striving for a more just society.
Applications due Apr 28, 2026
CalMoneySmart Grant
California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation
Financial Literacy
Economic Services & Development
Up to US $200,000
The CalMoneySmart Grant program, managed by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation, offers annual grants up to $200,000 for nonprofit organizations. Its goal is to provide essential financial education and empowerment services to unbanked and underbanked Californians. Initiated by Senate Bill 455 in 2019, the program has expanded funding to enhance economic security and promote financial stability among vulnerable communities, ultimately fostering wealth-building and financial independence.
Full proposal due Apr 30, 2026
Impact Fund Grants
The Impact Fund
Social Justice / Human Rights
Environmental Justice & Advocacy
Economic Rights, Justice, & Mobility
US $10,000 - US $50,000
The Impact Fund provides recoverable grants to legal services nonprofits and small law firms working on social, environmental, and economic justice issues. With over $10 million awarded since 1992, the fund supports impactful litigation addressing systemic injustices. Grants range from $10,000 to $50,000 and prioritize cases directly involving affected communities. Recipients must repay the grant amount with interest if they recover fees or costs, ensuring sustainability for future funding.
Applications due May 2, 2026
Wilhelm Family Foundation Grants
The Wilhelm Family Foundation
Art for Social Change
Public / Community Art
Arts / Culture Access & Participation
Unspecified amount
The Wilhelm Family Foundation Grants aim to enhance access to artistic resources by funding diverse nonprofit arts organizations. Prioritizing projects that engage with environmental and climate issues, the foundation seeks to support creative expression and collaboration in underserved communities. Emphasizing equality and sustainability, it fosters artistic practices that empower individuals and promote cultural dialogue. Grants are typically awarded to small organizations, focusing on community engagement and longevity in the arts sector.
Letter of inquiry due May 27, 2026
Dunspaugh-Dalton Foundation Grant
Dunspaugh-Dalton Foundation
Art & Culture
Education
Human & Social Services
Unspecified amount
The Dunspaugh-Dalton Foundation Grant supports nonprofits focused on charitable, educational, and cultural initiatives primarily in Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Monterey County, California. New applicants must submit a Letter of Intent, while returning applicants can directly submit proposals. The foundation prioritizes projects with clearly defined outcomes in areas like arts, education, health care, and community services. Grants are typically awarded for one year, promoting impactful community improvements.
Applications due Jun 15, 2026
Pacific Power / Rocky Mountain Power: Community Enhancement and Environmental Respect Grants
PacifiCorp/Pacific Power/Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Environment
Community Development & Revitalization
Ecology
Up to US $10,000
The Pacific Power Foundation offers Community Enhancement and Environmental Respect Grants to support nonprofit organizations in the Pacific Power and Rocky Mountain Power service areas. Since 2019, the foundation has contributed over $13 million to promote community resilience, affordable housing, and environmental conservation. Eligible candidates include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and educational institutions. Grants aim to address local needs while ensuring responsible environmental stewardship, enhancing community vitality, and fostering sustainable development.
Applications due Jun 30, 2026
Cox Charities Community Grants
Cox Charities
STEM / STEAM Education
Environmental Conservation
Sustainability
Unspecified amount
Cox Charities Community Grants support nonprofits in California, focusing on digital equity, conservation, K-12 STEAM education, military support, and affordable housing. Grants are available to federally tax-exempt organizations within Cox's service areas. The grant cycle for 2024 has ended, with a diverse advisory board ensuring funds address local community needs. Eligible organizations must not be private foundations and can only submit one request. Ineligible projects include loans, scholarships, and general operating support.
Applications due Jul 1, 2026
Unspecified amount
The Doyle Foundation, Inc. offers grants to 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S., supporting a variety of causes. Founded by Frank and Gertrude R. Doyle, the foundation initially focused on scholarships for local students but has since expanded its reach to nonprofit grants. With no minimum GPA or income cap for applicants, the foundation aims to empower diverse communities by funding educational pursuits and enhancing quality of life. Its mission reflects the Doyles' legacy of opportunity and community service.
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
US $3,000 - US $7,500
The Teichert Foundation Grant supports organizations in California that enhance community welfare through civic improvement, culture, education, and environmental sustainability. Established by Teichert Construction, the foundation aims to foster a healthier, educated, and more equitable society. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and public agencies in specified counties. The foundation prioritizes projects that address community needs and demonstrate fiscal responsibility, ultimately striving to create lasting impact and better health for all.
Full proposal due Sep 1, 2026
Bayer Fund: Health & Wellness Grant Program
Bayer Fund
Cancer / Oncology
Cardiovascular Diseases & Systems
Unspecified amount
The Bayer Fund Health & Wellness Grant Program aims to support organizations that provide education and resources for patients and caregivers facing cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Grants focus on assisting communities, particularly the African American population, in managing these health issues. Funding covers educational services, disease awareness, and access to care, with all activities to commence post-funding decisions. Eligible organizations must hold a 501(c)(3) status and operate within 55 miles of Bayer sites.
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Pacific Power / Rocky Mountain Power: Arts/Culture Grants
PacifiCorp/Pacific Power/Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Community Culture & Heritage
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
Up to US $10,000
The Pacific Power Foundation is dedicated to enhancing community vitality through charitable investments, with a focus on arts and culture. Grants are available to nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, supporting projects in performing arts, visual arts, and cultural heritage. In 2021, over $1 million was awarded to local nonprofits, underscoring the foundation's commitment to community growth in service areas across Oregon, Washington, California, Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho.
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Rocky Mtn. Power Foundation: Arts and Culture Organizations
PacifiCorp/Pacific Power/Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Art & Culture
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
US $2,000 - US $5,000
The Rocky Mountain Power Foundation supports arts and culture organizations through grants typically ranging from $2,000 to $5,000, with a focus on enhancing community vitality. Eligible organizations include nonprofits dedicated to performing arts, visual arts, and historic preservation. The foundation operates on a quarterly grant cycle, ensuring careful review of applications. Grants are limited to tax-exempt organizations, and the foundation does not fund projects outside its service areas in Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, Oregon, and California.
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
LA Dodgers Foundation: Annual Grant Program
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation
Nutrition & Healthy Eating
Physical Fitness
Literacy
US $5,000 - US $240,000
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) Annual Grant Program supports organizations addressing critical community needs in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Since 1995, LADF has focused on education, healthcare, homelessness prevention, and youth development. The program allocates grants three times a year, promoting impactful initiatives that benefit underserved populations. LADF actively collaborates with grantees to enhance visibility and engagement, ensuring a significant difference in the lives of local youth and families.
Applications due Dec 15, 2026
Pacific Power / Rocky Mountain Power: Safety and Wellness Organizations
PacifiCorp/Pacific Power/Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Health & Medicine
Human & Social Services
Senior Services
Up to US $10,000
The Pacific Power Foundation offers grants to support health, safety, and wellness organizations within its service areas across Oregon, Washington, California, Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho. Eligible candidates include nonprofit groups with 501(c)(3) status and government entities. The foundation focuses on initiatives addressing food insecurity, mental health, and public safety, aiming to enhance community well-being. Grants are awarded in four cycles, ensuring thorough review for maximum impact. Applications must demonstrate relevance to the served communities.
Letter of inquiry due Feb 4, 2027
Unspecified amount
The S. Mark Taper Foundation, established in 1989, is a private family foundation committed to improving lives through support for nonprofit organizations in Southern California. It funds projects in arts, education, health, and more, with grant sizes ranging from $50,000 to over $100,000. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) certified and serve specific counties. Notably, those receiving funding in the past three years are ineligible to apply.
Applications due Feb 13, 2027
Bessie Minor Swift Foundation Grant
Bessie Minor Swift Foundation
Literacy
STEM / STEAM Education
Art Education
US $500 - US $5,000
The Bessie Minor Swift Foundation Grant supports programs that enhance literacy and educational enrichment in communities served by Swift Communications. Grants are available to nonprofit organizations focused on developing literacy skills, STEM education, and interdisciplinary programs for children and youth. With funding ranging from $500 to $5,000, the foundation prioritizes initiatives that foster active citizenry and provide direct service to underserved populations.
Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Peer Personnel Training and Placement Program (CA)
California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI)
Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases
Medical Education & Professional Training
Unspecified amount
The Peer Personnel Training and Placement Program in California aims to enhance mental health services by training individuals with lived experience to fill peer support roles. This initiative, funded by approximately $2 million, seeks to address workforce shortages in mental health care by collaborating with various organizations to facilitate the 80-hour training required for certification. By investing in peer personnel, the program promotes community-based mental health support and contributes to the overall goals of California's Mental Health Services Act.
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Pacific Power / Rocky Mountain Power: Education/STEM Grants
PacifiCorp/Pacific Power/Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Electrical Engineering
Education - Higher Education
Education - K through 12
Up to US $10,000
The Pacific Power Foundation provides Education/STEM Grants aimed at enhancing community vitality through charitable investments. With over $1 million awarded in 2021, eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, educational institutions, and youth organizations. The foundation emphasizes initiatives in electrical safety, energy efficiency, and workforce development. Grants are available in four cycles to ensure thorough evaluation of requests. Exclusions apply to organizations that discriminate or operate outside the service areas of Pacific Power and Rocky Mountain Power.
Applications due Apr 11, 2027
US $50,000 - US $100,000
The Breakaway Fund, initiated by the Samueli Foundation, aims to empower nonprofits in Orange County by providing unrestricted funding between $50,000 and $100,000. This innovative financial support is designed to overcome barriers in staffing, leadership development, and infrastructure enhancement. By focusing on key areas such as talent, systems, and expertise, the fund facilitates growth and collaboration among organizations, ensuring a thriving community that prioritizes well-being and opportunity for all residents.
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Grant Availability
How common are grants in this category?
Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.
400+ Private grants for nonprofits in California grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.
200+ Private grants for nonprofits in California over $25K in average grant size
200+ Private grants for nonprofits in California over $50K in average grant size
39 Private grants for nonprofits in California supporting general operating expenses
300+ Private grants for nonprofits in California supporting programs / projects
2,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Art & Culture
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Grant Deadline Distribution
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Private grants for Nonprofits in California?
Most grants are due in the second quarter.
Q1
24.7%
Q2
29.2%
Q3
24.7%
Q4
21.4%
Typical Funding Amounts
What's the typical grant amount funded for Private Grants for Nonprofits in California?
Grants are most commonly $100,000.
Average Grant Size
What's the typical amount funded for California?
Grants are most commonly $120,858.
$120,858
Total Number of Grants
What's the total number of grants in Private Grants for Nonprofits in California year over year?
In 2024, funders in California awarded a total of 98,178 grants.
2022 237,186
2023 236,635
2024 98,178
Top Grant Focus Areas
Among all the Private Grants for Nonprofits in California given out in California, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.
1. Education
2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations
3. Human Services
Funding Over Time
How is funding for Private Grants for Nonprofits in California changing over time?
Funding has increased by -68.67%.
2022 $34,364,756,699
2023
$37,770,770,141
9.91%
2024
$11,833,634,997
-68.67%
California Counties That Receive the Most Funding
How does grant funding vary by county?
Los Angeles County, Santa Clara County, and San Francisco County receive the most funding.
| County | Total Grant Funding in 2024 |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles County | $3,427,226,516 |
| Santa Clara County | $1,845,581,276 |
| San Francisco County | $1,244,695,188 |
| Alameda County | $1,062,406,573 |
| San Diego County | $904,295,076 |
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