Community Foundation of Mendocino County Grants
Nonprofits, tribes, schools, special districts, and fiscally sponsored groups in California serving Mendocino County residents can receive US $500 - US $1,000 for public educational opportunities and community events. Community Foundation of Mendocino County supports small, well-planned projects with broad local impact that address immediate community needs and align with its mission and strategic priorities.
Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc.
Frieda C Fox Support for California Youth
California youth-serving 501(c)(3) public charities with budgets under $10 million can seek funding for programs that maximize the potential of children and teens. Los Angeles and Santa Clara County nonprofits, especially those focused on youth development, mentoring, leadership, or STEM/STEAM education, can access funding through Frieda C Fox Family Foundation, with grants up to US $10,000.
Frieda C Fox Family Foundation
California Education and Health Funding via Saw Island Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working in education, science, or health programs in California can seek support for scholarships, research, targeted programs, or general operating needs. Saw Island Foundation supports initiatives primarily serving the San Francisco Bay Area, and may consider other U.S. organizations that clearly explain the fit with its priorities.
Saw Island Foundation
California Community Programs Funding via S H Cowell Foundation
Nonprofit organizations, public schools, and school districts in California communities facing acute poverty can receive funding for family services, youth development, and K–12 education programs. S H Cowell Foundation provides California small-grant seekers with place-based support that advances racial equity, community health, and economic advancement in Northern and Central California communities.
S H Cowell Foundation
Ford Family Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and tribal nations serving rural communities in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California can apply for Ford Family Foundation larger grants to fund programs, operations, or capital projects. Funding supports early childhood and youth development, child welfare, rural education, community facilities, and related services benefiting children and families.
The Ford Family Foundation
Ford Family Foundation Capacity Grants in California
Nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal nations strengthening rural children and families can seek up to US $5,000 for technical assistance in California, especially Siskiyou County. Grants from the Ford Family Foundation help California small nonprofits hire consultants for planning, governance, fundraising, or fiscal systems, or send staff to mission-focused trainings.
The Ford Family Foundation
Rose Foundation Support for California Environmental Justice
Applications due Aug 4, 2026
Grassroots environmental and community groups in California can receive up to US $7,500 to advance climate resilience, environmental justice, and related advocacy or organizing. Grants from Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment help small organizations (annual budgets of $150,000 or less) working on issues like pollution, sustainable agriculture, water resources, and habitat protection through community-based campaigns and education.
Rose Foundation For Communities And The Environment
California Justice Litigation Funding via Impact Fund
Full proposal due Aug 6, 2026
Legal services nonprofits, solo practitioners, and small law firms pursuing impact litigation in California can seek recoverable grants for out-of-pocket litigation expenses such as expert fees and discovery costs from the Impact Fund, typically US $10,000 - US $50,000. Grants support economic, environmental, racial, and social justice cases benefiting communities facing systemic oppression.
The Impact Fund
California Literary Event Funding via Poets & Writers
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
California organizations hosting public literary readings or writing workshops can receive mini-grants to pay participating writers’ fees. Poets & Writers supports poetry and literature programs by funding published poets, fiction, creative nonfiction, and performance writers, with awards up to US $3,000 per organization each fiscal year; nonprofit status is not required.
Poets & Writers
Community Project Funding for California Nonprofits from Wonderful Company
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, hospitals, clinics, community health organizations, and local agencies can apply for $1,000 - $100,000 to develop or expand visible community projects in rural San Joaquin Valley communities. The Wonderful Company supports efforts in places like Delano, Wasco, Avenal, Sanger, and similar areas that make these communities more equitable to live, work, and play.
The Wonderful Company
Banner Bank Support for California Community Programs
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in California working on housing, youth development, financial education, or economic and workforce development can apply for Banner Bank’s Community Support Program. Funding prioritizes programs serving low- and moderate-income populations and may benefit small nonprofits seeking support for affordable housing, academic enrichment, job readiness, or small business and farm development initiatives.
Banner Bank
Community Vitality Grants for Nonprofits from Land O'Lakes Foundation
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
California nonprofits in rural communities can access funding through Land O'Lakes Foundation to support community vitality projects such as ag education, schools, city improvements, fire and ambulance departments, and economic development. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in specified rural counties may apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 for local programs.
Land O'lakes Foundation
California Arts Funding via Los Angeles County
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
California nonprofit arts organizations with tax-exempt status and principal offices in Los Angeles County can seek two-year project funding for arts programming, education, and cultural access. Focused on arts education and community arts participation, Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture invites eligible groups to support specific events, program components, or ongoing artistic activities; awards up to US $250,000.
Los Angeles County: Department of Arts and Culture
California Rural Microenterprise Funding via USDA
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofits, tribes, and higher education institutions in California that serve rural microenterprises can access loans and grants to run revolving microloan funds and provide training and technical assistance. Focused on rural development and entrepreneurship, United States Department of Agriculture invites eligible Microenterprise Development Organizations to support working capital, equipment, real estate improvements, and related business needs; awards up to US $500,000.
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
California Disaster Preparedness Funding via WD-40 Company
Applications due Oct 4, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on disaster preparedness and recovery can access funding through WD-40 Company’s Memory Making Fund to support water-related disaster preparation projects. Eligible organizations must serve Southern California (as well as Southern Florida or New Jersey), hold a Candid GuideStar Gold or Platinum Seal, and demonstrate a strong track record in community resilience work.
WD-40 Company
Community Vitality Funding from Bank of Marin
Applications due Oct 11, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, education, or community enrichment can access funding through Bank of Marin to support programs that build social and economic vitality and quality of life. Eligible organizations serve communities in Alameda, Amador, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, Placer, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Mateo, or Sonoma Counties.
Bank of Marin
Photography Research Funding from Humboldt Area Foundation
Applications due Nov 15, 2026
Nonprofit institutions and individual researchers studying under-researched women photographers worldwide or Western American photographers through the Great Depression can receive US $500 - US $2,000 for research expenses, including those based in California. Grants from Humboldt Area Foundation help support focused photohistory projects; funds must be used strictly for research activities.
Humboldt Area Foundation
California Nonprofit Funding via S Mark Taper Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Feb 4, 2027
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in arts, civic affairs, education, environment, health, or social services can seek general operating, program, or capital support, with capital limited to Los Angeles County projects. S Mark Taper Foundation provides flexible funding for organizations serving communities in Imperial, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura counties.
S Mark Taper Foundation
Bessie Minor Swift Foundation Support for Literacy
Applications due Feb 13, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations running literacy, STEM, or STEAM education programs for children and students in California’s North County area of San Diego can apply for grants of US $500 - US $5,000. Grants from Bessie Minor Swift Foundation help small, local programs expand reading, writing, and educational enrichment services.
Bessie Minor Swift Foundation
TFish Fund Grants for California NGOs
Applications due Feb 28, 2027
Small, high-impact NGOs focused on poverty alleviation in East Asia can apply for TFish Fund’s TFish Fund Grant, with awards up to US $10,000 to support basic needs, health, and education programs. California-based organizations serving East Asia or Asian American communities may be especially well-positioned for this funding and capacity-building support.
TFish Fund
Festival Event Funding for Nonprofits from City of Berkeley
Applications due Mar 12, 2027
California nonprofits planning public festivals in Berkeley can access funding through the City of Berkeley to support one-time or annual community events. 501(c)(3), (c)(4), and (c)(6) organizations, or fiscally sponsored groups, may request up to US $7,000 for artist stipends, equipment, production staff, permits, and other festival-related costs.
City of Berkeley
Silicon Valley Creates Arts Grants in California
Applications due Apr 10, 2027
California 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and culture organizations with budgets between $250,000 and $1.5 million can receive general operating support through Silicon Valley Creates’ Unrestricted Operating Grants. Based in Santa Clara County and active there for at least three years, groups focused on accessible, inclusive public arts programming may be eligible.
Silicon Valley Creates
Wilhelm Family Foundation Support for California Arts
Applications due May 2, 2027
Nonprofit arts organizations and fiscally sponsored groups using creative programming to engage communities on environmental or climate issues in California can seek funding that may cover operations, staff, or programs. The Wilhelm Family Foundation prioritizes small arts nonprofits, especially those serving diverse or marginalized communities, and also considers applicants from across the U.S.
The Wilhelm Family Foundation
Land O'Lakes Foundation Hunger Relief Grants in California
Applications due May 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations focused on hunger relief and food access in rural California communities can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 for local programs and projects. Land O'Lakes Foundation supports food banks, pantries, meal services, school meal programs, and community gardens serving eligible dairy-community counties, including Fresno, Glenn, Kings, Riverside, and Tulare.
Land O'lakes Foundation
Theater Program Funding for Nonprofits from Biller Family Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jun 10, 2027
California nonprofit theatre organizations with at least $1,000,000 in annual revenue and a sole mission to produce and present theatre can apply for Sheri And Les Biller Family Foundation’s Social Impact Theatre grants, awarding US $10,000 - US $25,000. Funding supports contemporary, professional productions on current social issues and change-capital projects to strengthen theatre sustainability.
Sheri And Les Biller Family Foundation
US $100,000 - US $500,000
Rural Business Development Funding from USDA
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
Eligible rural public entities and nonprofit organizations in California can seek grants of US $100,000 - US $500,000 to provide technical assistance and training for small rural businesses. USDA Rural Development supports rural economic and business development projects, including planning, facilities, incubators, revolving loan funds, and entrepreneurship training that benefit communities outside major urban areas.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
PG&E Corporation Foundation Environmental Grants in California
Applications due Jul 4, 2027
Government agencies, tribal governments, educational institutions, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in California can seek funding for land stewardship, air quality, or water stewardship projects through the PG&E Corporation Foundation’s Better Together Nature Positive Innovation Grant program. Awards of US $100,000 support any project stage, with priority for disadvantaged or vulnerable communities in PG&E’s service regions.
Pg&E Corporation Foundation