California Community Development Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can seek support that may complement paleontology education or museum-related programming. Focused on community development, US Bancorp Foundation invites organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color, to pursue collaborative, high-impact funding under its Community Possible Grant Program.
US Bancorp Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human and social service programs may be eligible for funding that could support work in areas like paleontology in California. Creag Foundation backs smaller or evolving organizations that use creative approaches to address existing or previously unaddressed social issues, with applications generally invited following a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
California Youth Services Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can access funding through the Dan Paul Foundation for programs serving children and young people, including in California. Grants up to US $15,000 may support early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, environmental education, and related youth-focused initiatives.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Social Impact Grants in California
Early-stage social impact organizations in California addressing social, environmental, or related challenges can receive up to US $300,000 over three years to scale proven, impact-first solutions. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation supports independent, financially sustainable nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits with scalable models that measurably improve life for underserved communities, including ventures that may incorporate paleontology-related work.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
California Tech-Enabled Solutions Funding via Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology to tackle education, economic empowerment, crisis response, or climate resilience programs in California and beyond can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000. With a mission to back innovative, early-stage social impact solutions, Cisco Systems Foundation provides project-focused support for initiatives serving predominantly economically underserved communities.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Funding from State Farm Companies Foundation
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in California can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support projects like disaster preparedness, community revitalization, STEM and K–12 education, and workforce readiness, which may benefit organizations with paleontology-related education or community programming.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for California Cultural Institutions
Nonprofit cultural institutions in California offering arts, museum, or STEAM-focused programs can seek funding to support impactful cultural initiatives. William Randolph Hearst Foundation supports program, capital, and limited general or endowment needs for well-established U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations with significant budgets, including arts schools, ballets, museums, operas, symphonies, and theaters that engage youth and nurture artistic talent.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in California
Nonprofit organizations working on health, education, or community programs in California can apply for support from the Labcorp Charitable Foundation. With a mission to expand equitable care and education, the foundation provides grants for food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM programming, and healthy lifestyle initiatives, which may benefit institutions with paleontology-related education or outreach components.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants in California
California organizations and social enterprises working on education, childhood health, or family economic stability for urban low-income children and youth can seek project or scale-up funding of more than US $50,000 from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation. Eligible entities include nonprofits, schools, governments, and other mission-aligned organizations; paleontology programs serving these youth may be eligible.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in California communities where PNC has a significant presence can seek PNC Foundation funding for early childhood education or economic development initiatives. Grants may support programs like preschool education, community revitalization, affordable housing, small business support, arts and culture, or human services benefiting low- and moderate-income residents.
PNC Foundation
Community and Education Funding from Roche
California accredited charities running humanitarian, science education, community, environmental, or arts and culture projects can access funding through Roche, supporting innovative, sustainable initiatives. Paleontology-focused organizations may be eligible when projects fit these priorities and allow collaboration with Roche affiliates, local authorities, and partners in the same country where the program operates.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Grants from Semnani
California nonprofits providing health, education, or humanitarian services to marginalized communities worldwide can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation for programs such as healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, and support for women and girls. Organizations with paleontology-related outreach that intersects with these human and social services priorities may be eligible.
Semnani Family Foundation
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on housing, workforce development, hunger, arts and culture, environment, or inclusion can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation sponsorships to support community-focused programs and events. California organizations with paleontology-related education, exhibits, or community programming that advance local economic or cultural vitality may be eligible.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those working in California via U.S.-based 501(c)(3)s, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s humanitarian and social services grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $250,000. Grants support poverty alleviation, disability services, social services, and disaster relief for smaller organizations with strong founder-led leadership and high beneficiary impact.
Gupta Family Foundation
California Storytelling Funding via Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits in California can apply for Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant, awarding more than US $50,000 to share the impact of their preservation, education, or wellness work. Paleontology-focused programs that fit these pillars may be eligible if they advance conservation, education, or community wellbeing.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities in the Southern region with programs in education, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, families, veterans, animal welfare, conservation, or spiritual endeavors may be eligible for support. Robinson Foundation provides single-year, non-capital funding to established nonprofits that demonstrate fiscal responsibility and tangible, meaningful impact, which may benefit paleontology-related education or outreach work.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Grants from Dudley T Dougherty Foundation help California nonprofits fund community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding initiatives. 501(c)(3) organizations with paleontology-related or environmental programs may be eligible if their work aligns with the foundation’s broad commitment to respecting life, people, and the environment.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and eligible local government entities can access funding through Georgia-Pacific Foundation for education, entrepreneurship, environmental, and community enrichment programs. Organizations must be within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community, and paleontology-related initiatives may be eligible when they advance these priority areas in local communities.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Basic Needs Grants from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence services, and located within 15 miles of a TJX site in California, may be eligible for program funding. Grants from TJX Foundation help expand food, clothing, shelter, enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety programs for vulnerable children and families.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for California Environment
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
California 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries working on environmental or human services programs can access funding through Lawrence Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants support general operating or project costs, are unrestricted, and may benefit organizations whose paleontology-related work fits within broader environmental or community service priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for California Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides California nonprofit organizations with US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support museums, cultural and performing arts programs, schools and hospitals, youth and senior services, disability programs, environmental and wildlife efforts, and other community-based initiatives. IRS-qualified nonprofits with paleontology-related education or museum programming may be eligible.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Community Vitality Grants in California
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment can apply for Ameriprise Financial support. Ameriprise Financial provides California organizations with funding for hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, adult self-sufficiency, neighborhood revitalization, small business support, and arts access or education. Programs must serve U.S. communities and show measurable outcomes.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Education Grants in California
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in education, social services, health care, civic or cultural programs, or environmental initiatives can seek US $5,000 - US $25,000 project funding from the Dr Scholl Foundation. Funding is for one-year proposals, with one application per organization each grant year and a grant cycle running from October 1 to March 1.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Grants in California
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
California nonprofits improving economic stability, health, literacy, workforce readiness, or disaster relief can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, general operating, or capital support. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based 501(c)(3) or equivalent charities serving local communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates; paleontology-related organizations may qualify if their programs meet these priorities.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Community Vitality Grants for Nonprofits from Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in California communities served by Union Pacific can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $30,000 for safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability projects. Museums and educational nonprofits with paleontology-related exhibits or programs may be eligible if they align with these priority areas.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
California nonprofits and youth-focused organizations can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards to expand programs in education, housing, food security, and environmental stewardship. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations may receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for initiatives serving underserved young people and their families, which may include youth-focused science or paleontology-related enrichment.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc