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Arthur N Rupe Foundation Debate Grants in California

Rolling deadline
California after-school and youth-focused organizations that run debate, civic engagement, or leadership programs can access funding through Arthur N Rupe Foundation to support specific projects. Programs that cultivate civil public debate, youth leadership, or related educational activities may be eligible, with support generally directed to project-based work rather than general operations.
Arthur N Rupe Foundation

Unspecified amount in in-kind support

Tahoe Community Foundation Support for Storage

Rolling deadline
Eligible 501(c)(3) public charities, government agencies, schools, and faith-based organizations in California and Nevada can receive secure storage space through the Donald W. Reynolds Community Non-Profit Center. Tahoe Community Foundation provides annually renewable in-kind facility grants that may benefit after-school and summer educational programs serving Incline Village, Crystal Bay, and Kings Beach communities.
Tahoe Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

STEM and Safety Grants for Nonprofits from Edison International

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit organizations in California offering education, environmental, public safety, or civic engagement programs can receive community grants to support their work. Edison International provides funding for STEM-focused education, disaster preparedness, clean energy and air quality initiatives, workforce development, and youth mentoring, which may benefit after school and out-of-school educational programs serving underserved communities.
Edison International

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US $2,500 - US $20,000

Environmental Education Grants for Nonprofits from Johnson Ohana Foundation

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations offering environmental education or youth arts and music programs, including after-school initiatives in California, can seek $2,500 - $20,000 to support programs or general operations. With a mission to promote community-based environmental and arts education, Johnson Ohana Charitable Foundation prioritizes smaller groups, especially in California, Hawaii, and Australia, that engage youth and volunteers for measurable local impact.
Johnson Ohana Charitable Foundation

Unspecified amount

Youth Education Funding from McMicking Foundation

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations running arts, technology, science, or other educational programs for children in California’s San Francisco Bay Area can seek support for pre-K–12 learning and enrichment. The Joseph and Mercedes McMicking Foundation funds schools, museums, and cultural organizations, which may include after-school or out-of-school educational programs for children and families.
The Joseph And Mercedes Mcmicking Foundation

Unspecified amount

Majestic Realty Foundation Grants for California Youth

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit service providers offering youth, education, family, health, or violence-prevention programs in California can seek funding to strengthen after-school and related services. With a mission to enhance quality of life, Majestic Realty Foundation provides California organizations with restricted, unrestricted, and challenge grants, prioritizing well-established programs in communities where the company does business.
Majestic Realty Co

Unspecified amount

Mayer and Morris Kaplan Foundation Grants for California Climate Education

Rolling deadline
California after-school and youth-serving 501(c)(3) organizations focused on climate change education and advocacy may be eligible for funding to engage high school and college students. California after-school educational programs can access funding through Mayer and Morris Kaplan Foundation for climate curriculum development, youth leadership, and action-oriented climate education within the U.S.
Mayer And Morris Kaplan Foundation

Unspecified amount

Miranda Lux Foundation Education Grants in California

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations offering pre-vocational, vocational, or related enrichment programs for youth under 18 in the San Francisco Bay Area can apply for support. With a mission to advance vocational education, Miranda Lux Foundation provides California after-school and summer programs with funding for academic enrichment, technology training, and performing or visual arts that build core job skills.
Miranda Lux Foundation

Unspecified amount in in-kind support

California Habitat Restoration Funding via Monarch Watch

Rolling deadline
Schools and educational nonprofits in California restoring monarch butterfly habitat can receive free milkweed plugs for large-scale garden projects. Grants from Monarch Watch help organizations with at least 100 square feet of suitable space and strong educational and maintenance plans, which may benefit after school and summer educational programs focused on environmental learning.
Monarch Watch

Unspecified amount

California After-School Funding via Ralph M. Parsons Foundation

Rolling deadline
California after-school and out-of-school time education nonprofits serving Los Angeles County can seek flexible support for programs, facilities, equipment, staff, and general operations. The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation prioritizes direct-service organizations working in education, youth development, academic enrichment, and related human services to benefit vulnerable children, youth, and families.
Ralph M. Parsons Foundation

More than US $10,000

Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Rose Hills Foundation

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit organizations providing direct services in education, arts and culture, human services, or youth and family programs in California can apply for Rose Hills Foundation grants of more than US $10,000. Funding supports impactful, measurable programs benefiting underserved communities, with a current emphasis on Los Angeles County, and may help sustain or expand after-school and out-of-school educational initiatives.
Rose Hills Foundation

Unspecified amount

After-School Program Grants for Nonprofits from Cowell Foundation

Rolling deadline
California nonprofits, public schools, and school districts running after-school or summer educational programs for children and youth in high-poverty Northern or Central California communities may be eligible for this funding. The S H Cowell Foundation supports place-based initiatives that advance family stability, youth development, education equity, and community well-being, with a strong emphasis on racial justice and resident voice.
S H Cowell Foundation

US $10,000 - US $25,000

Sills Family Foundation Support for California Youth

Rolling deadline
California nonprofits providing early childhood education, youth development, arts, environmental justice, or family support services can receive US $10,000 - US $25,000 in one-year grants to aid low-income children and families. Sills Family Foundation prioritizes community-based programs, including those serving communities impacted by the justice system, immigrants, refugees, and asylees; many awards may cover general operating needs.
Sills Family Foundation

Up to US $20,000

Youth and Community Funding for Nonprofits from Ford Family Foundation

Rolling deadline
Nonprofit 501(c)(3)s, government agencies, and tribal nations serving rural communities in California and Oregon can apply for The Ford Family Foundation’s larger grants, offering up to US $20,000 for programs, operations, and capital projects. Grants support early childhood and youth education, after school and summer programs, childcare, and community facilities benefiting children and families.
The Ford Family Foundation

Up to US $20,000

Workforce and Resilience Funding from Ima Foundation

Applications due Oct 5, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering workforce development, financial literacy, or disaster preparedness programs can access funding through Ima Foundation, with awards up to US $20,000. Organizations whose after-school or out-of-school programs build vocational skills, financial knowledge, or community resilience in IMA communities, especially for underserved populations, may be competitive applicants.
Ima Foundation Inc

Unspecified amount

American Honda Foundation Community Grants in California

Applications due Nov 1, 2026
California nonprofits and schools running community or after-school programs can seek programmatic funding to support high-impact initiatives in communities where Honda operates. American Honda Foundation and Honda corporate back 501(c)(3) organizations, fiscally sponsored projects, and NCES-listed schools, with an online application window each fall and funding decisions announced in the spring.
American Honda Foundation (AHF)

US $25,000 - US $100,000

American Honda Motor Grants for California Workforce Education

Applications due Nov 1, 2026
California after-school and educational nonprofits and schools can seek US $25,000 - US $100,000 to run hands-on programs that build manufacturing workforce skills in design, data analytics, AI, and automation. American Honda Motor supports initiatives that strengthen the manufacturing workforce pipeline in communities where its associates live and work, including after-school or out-of-school STEM and career-readiness programs.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

US $100,000 - US $1,000,000

W. M. Keck Foundation Grants for California Education

Letter of inquiry due Nov 3, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and qualifying public entities in California offering after school or youth-focused education programs in Los Angeles County can apply for W. M. Keck Foundation’s Southern California Program, with awards from US $100,000 - US $1,000,000. Grants support capital projects, program expansion, pilots, and systems-change initiatives benefiting low-income children, youth, and families.
W. M. Keck Foundation

US $50,000 - US $254,500

California Department of Education Grants for California After School Programs

Applications due Nov 17, 2026
California after school and summer academic programs serving K–12 students in high-poverty, low-performing Title I schools can access funding through the California Department of Education to create or expand community learning centers. Grants of US $50,000 - US $254,500 support before- and after-school, summer, and teen enrichment programs that boost academic achievement and provide safe, enriching environments for youth and their families.
California Department of Education

US $2,500 - US $7,500

After-School Program Grants for Nonprofits from Charis Fund

Letter of inquiry due Jan 10, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations running after-school or youth programs in California can seek Charis Fund grants of US $2,500 - US $7,500 to start or expand services. Focus areas include at-risk youth education, housing and homelessness, food insecurity, mental health, domestic violence, substance abuse, and related social welfare and health initiatives.
Charis Fund

Unspecified amount

Amateur Radio Digital Communications Grants

Applications due Jan 15, 2027
The Amateur Radio Digital Communications Grants support projects that enhance digital communication and promote amateur radio. The California-based ARDC foundation funds initiatives focusing on education, research, and the growth of amateur radio, including scholarships and community engagement programs. Eligible applicants include U.S. nonprofits, educational institutions, and international charities. Emphasizing open access, funded projects must make their outcomes available to the public, fostering innovation in communication technology.
Amateur Radio Digital Communications

Up to US $50,000

Motorola Solutions Foundation Support for STEM Programs

Letter of inquiry due Jan 22, 2027
California after-school and youth education nonprofits can access funding for STEM, robotics, and technology or engineering education, as well as first responder programming. Motorola Solutions Foundation prioritizes underserved students and underrepresented groups, supports data-driven programs, and offers up to US $50,000 to 501(c)(3) organizations and school districts across North America, including California.
Motorola Solutions Foundation

Up to US $20,000

Atkinson Foundation Support for California Youth

Applications due Feb 2, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with budgets under $10 million that provide direct services in San Mateo County, California can receive up to US $20,000 for education, youth development, and community support programs. Atkinson Foundation funds in-school and out-of-school programs, early childhood education, vocational training, and basic needs, which may include after school offerings for underserved students.
Atkinson Foundation

Unspecified amount

Youth and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Tahoe Community Foundation

Applications due Mar 20, 2027
California and Nevada 501(c)(3) public charities, schools, government agencies, and faith-based organizations can seek Lahontan Community Foundation Fund support for programs in Truckee and North Lake Tahoe. Youth development and education initiatives, including after-school efforts, may be eligible alongside projects in arts, environment, recreation, health, human services, and civic life.
Tahoe Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Local impact Grants

Applications due Apr 24, 2027
The Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation offers Local Impact Grants to nonprofit organizations in 11 markets, providing $225,000 to support local programs addressing community issues. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits with a revenue exceeding $100,000 and must operate in one of the specified television markets. The grants aim to empower youth through education, promote diverse storytelling, and enhance community engagement. This initiative underscores Comcast's commitment to fostering inclusion and equitable opportunities for underserved communities.
The Comcast Nbcuniversal Foundation

US $5,000 - US $20,000

Youth and Women’s Services Grants from Adams-Mastrovich

Applications due Jun 30, 2027
California 501(c)(3) organizations running education, arts, health, human services, or religious programs can apply for $5,000 - $20,000 to support youth and women-focused services, including after-school and enrichment activities. Grants from Adams-Mastrovich Family Foundation help California after-school and related programs, especially those serving women facing domestic violence, mental illness, poverty, or housing instability.
Adams-Mastrovich Family Foundation

US $1,000 - US $100,000

Youth and Community Funding from Wonderful Company

Applications due Aug 31, 2027
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, local agencies, and community health organizations can seek funding for visible, mission-aligned projects benefiting rural San Joaquin Valley communities. Focused on equity and community well-being, The Wonderful Company invites initiatives in areas like youth enrichment, education, and community health, offering US $1,000 - US $100,000 for program growth, equipment, and small capital improvements.
The Wonderful Company

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Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in California

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for California?

Grants are most commonly $145,539.

$145,539

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Grants for After School Programs in California year over year?

In 2024, funders in California awarded a total of 256,564 grants.

2022 237,186

2023 236,635

2024 256,564

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Grants for After School Programs 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 Grants for After School Programs in California changing over time?

Funding has increased by -1.38%.

2022 $34,364,756,699

2023 $37,770,770,141
9.91%

2024 $37,247,795,891
-1.38%

California Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Los Angeles County, San Francisco County, and San Mateo County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Los Angeles County $10,841,756,858
San Francisco County $5,409,542,294
San Mateo County $5,358,878,304
Santa Clara County $3,811,026,208
Alameda County $3,749,322,182

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