Beneficial State Foundation Sponsorships
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.
Beneficial State Foundation
Centinela Valley Medical & Community Funds - Integration, Collaboration, Advocacy Grants
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.
California Community Foundation
Habitat Enhancement and Restoration Grant Program
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.
California Wildlife Conservation Board
Hind Foundation: Supplemental Grant
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.
Hind Foundation
Joseph R. & Mercedes McMicking Foundation Grant
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.
The Joseph And Mercedes Mcmicking Foundation
LB Charitable Foundation Grants
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.
Lb Charitable Foundation
Rosenberg Foundation Grants
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.
Rosenberg Foundation
Pacific Power / Rocky Mountain Power: Community Enhancement and Environmental Respect Grants
Applications due Jun 15, 2026
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.
PacifiCorp/Pacific Power/Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Cox Charities Community Grants
Applications due Jun 30, 2026
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.
Cox Charities
Doyle Foundation Grants
Applications due Jul 1, 2026
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.
The Doyle Foundation Inc
Impact Fund Grants
Letter of inquiry due Jul 7, 2026
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.
The Impact Fund
Dunspaugh-Dalton Foundation Grant
Full proposal due Jul 10, 2026
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.
Dunspaugh-Dalton Foundation
Teichert Foundation Grant
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
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.
Teichert Foundation
California Wildlands Grassroots Fund Grant
Applications due Aug 17, 2026
The California Wildlands Grassroots Fund Grant supports grassroots activists working to preserve California's wildlands and natural habitats. With a maximum award of $10,000, the fund prioritizes projects focused on conservation, environmental advocacy, and community engagement. Eligible applicants include nonprofits and fiscally sponsored individuals with annual incomes of $200,000 or less. The grant aims to empower communities, particularly in rural areas, to advocate for wildlands protection and biodiversity conservation.
Rose Foundation For Communities And The Environment
Bayer Fund: Health & Wellness Grant Program
Full proposal due Sep 1, 2026
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.
Bayer Fund
Henry Mayo Newhall Foundation Grant
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
The Henry Mayo Newhall Foundation, established in 1963, is dedicated to enhancing life quality in communities linked to California pioneer Henry Mayo Newhall. It funds initiatives in academic enrichment, animal welfare, scholarships, historical preservation, and outreach for the disadvantaged. Grants typically range from $5,000 to $20,000 for one year, with potential renewals based on effectiveness. The Foundation prioritizes proposals from nonprofit organizations in specific California regions, emphasizing matching or challenge grants.
The Henry Mayo Newhall Foundation
Pacific Power / Rocky Mountain Power: Arts/Culture Grants
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
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.
PacifiCorp/Pacific Power/Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Rocky Mtn. Power Foundation: Arts and Culture Organizations
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
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.
PacifiCorp/Pacific Power/Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
LA Dodgers Foundation: Annual Grant Program
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
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.
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation
S. Mark Taper Foundation Grant
Letter of inquiry due Feb 4, 2027
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.
S Mark Taper Foundation
Bessie Minor Swift Foundation Grant
Applications due Feb 13, 2027
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.
Bessie Minor Swift Foundation
Peer Personnel Training and Placement Program (CA)
Applications due Mar 6, 2027
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.
California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI)
Pacific Power / Rocky Mountain Power: Education/STEM Grants
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
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.
PacifiCorp/Pacific Power/Rocky Mountain Power Foundation
Breakaway Fund Grant
Applications due Apr 11, 2027
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.
Samueli Foundation
Build OC Fund
Applications due Apr 11, 2027
The Build OC Fund, under the Samueli Foundation, aims to enhance community well-being in Orange County, California, by funding capital projects for nonprofit organizations. Grants of up to $1,000,000 support facility acquisition, construction, renovation, or equipment purchases, helping organizations deliver essential services. Eligible applicants must demonstrate site control and a commitment to the community, with a focus on realistic projects that align with the foundation's mission. Prioritization is given to projects nearing completion.
Samueli Foundation
CalMoneySmart Grant
Applications due Apr 27, 2027
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.
California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation
Wilhelm Family Foundation Grants
Applications due May 2, 2027
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.
The Wilhelm Family Foundation