San Diego County Grants for Tourism Programs
Nonprofit and public agencies in San Diego County, California can seek funding for projects that stimulate tourism, promote the economy, create jobs, and enhance quality of life. Grants from San Diego County help local cultural institutions, museums, visitor and convention bureaus, and economic development councils deliver regional tourism and economic development programs.
San Diego County
McMillen Family Foundation Addiction Grants in California
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with a primary mission of alcohol and drug treatment, prevention, education, or recovery in Southern California, including San Diego County, can apply for McMillen Family Foundation grants up to Up to US $50,000. Funding supports non-government-funded program activities, facility improvements, capital purchases, staff development, and equipment for substance use services.
McMillen Family Foundation
Community Programs Funding from Stater Bros Charities
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
San Diego County, California 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing hunger relief, education, children’s well-being, health, veterans, or pet well-being can access funding through Stater Bros Charities, with typical awards of US $500 - US $2,500. Eligible organizations must serve communities within Stater Bros. Markets’ footprint and have operated for at least one year.
Stater Bros Charities
Teichert Foundation Support for San Diego Programs
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and public agencies in San Diego County, California can seek US $3,000 - US $7,500 for specific projects in areas like community services, education, health, environment, and civic improvement. Grants from Teichert Foundation help San Diego County, California nonprofits and agencies strengthen local communities and address underlying social and environmental needs.
Teichert Foundation
San Diego County Legal Justice Funding via Impact Fund
Full proposal due Aug 6, 2026
San Diego County, California legal services nonprofits, solo practitioners, and small law firms pursuing impact litigation can access funding through the Impact Fund for out-of-pocket litigation expenses. Recoverable grants of US $10,000 - US $50,000 support economic, environmental, racial, and social justice cases that benefit communities facing systemic oppression, with priority for filed or imminent class actions and significant law reform efforts.
The Impact Fund
Health Equity Operating Grants for Nonprofits from Alliance Healthcare Foundation
Applications due Sep 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in San Diego County, California working on health disparities and social determinants of health can receive multi-year, unrestricted operating support to advance health equity for marginalized communities. Alliance Healthcare Foundation provides US $25,000 - US $300,000 for organizations serving primarily BIPOC residents and addressing root causes of social and health inequities.
Alliance Healthcare Foundation
San Diego Foundation Grants for San Diego Music
Applications due Oct 5, 2026
Nonprofits, fiscally sponsored groups, schools, and government agencies in San Diego County, California can apply for The San Diego Foundation’s Betty Scalice Foundation Music Grant to support community concerts, youth musical performances, and school-based music programs. Programs serving North County San Diego and promoting music appreciation, including low-cost instruments and choral teaching equipment, may be prioritized.
The San Diego Foundation
Foundation for Developmental Disabilities Support
Applications due Oct 5, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in San Diego County, California serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities can seek funding for innovative programs in employment, family support, housing, and self-advocacy. Focused on disability care and services, the Foundation for Developmental Disabilities offers grants of US $500 - US $20,000 for programs benefiting people with IDDs and their families.
Foundation For Developmental Disabilities Inc
Project Lead The Way Support for STEM
Applications due Nov 6, 2026
Traditional public and public charter schools implementing new PLTW Engineering programs in select U.S. counties can apply for Project Lead The Way’s Lam Foundation funding; awards US $30,000 for STEM curriculum launch costs. Funding covers PLTW participation fees, required technology, core training, and required equipment, which may benefit San Diego County educators seeking similar opportunities elsewhere.
Project Lead The Way Inc
San Diego STEM Education Funding via Project Lead The Way
Applications due Nov 6, 2026
Traditional public and public charter schools expanding PLTW Engineering programs can use this U.S. STEM grant for participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training, with awards of US $10,000. Project Lead The Way prioritizes schools in specified Lam Research communities and those serving students with higher economic need.
Project Lead The Way Inc
STEM Program Funding for Schools from Project Lead The Way
Applications due Nov 6, 2026
Focused on K–12 STEM and enrichment, Project Lead The Way invites eligible U.S. public and public charter schools to apply for funding to launch or expand PLTW Gateway or Engineering programs; awards US $20,000 for participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and core training costs. Priority goes to schools in specified Lam Research communities serving students with high economic need.
Project Lead The Way Inc
Project Lead The Way STEM Grants
Applications due Nov 6, 2026
Traditional public and public charter schools expanding existing PLTW Gateway STEM programs can use this US $10,000 grant for participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training in select U.S. counties. Grants from Project Lead The Way help K–12 schools enhance academic enrichment, with priority for those serving students with higher economic need.
Project Lead The Way Inc
Project Lead The Way STEM Grants
Applications due Nov 6, 2026
Traditional public and public charter schools implementing new PLTW Launch STEM programs in select U.S. counties can receive US $15,000 to cover participation fees, required devices, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training costs. With a mission to empower students, Project Lead The Way provides K–12 education support; San Diego County schools may be ineligible due to location limits.
Project Lead The Way Inc
San Diego STEM Education Funding via Project Lead The Way
Applications due Nov 6, 2026
With a mission to empower K–12 students through applied STEM learning, Project Lead The Way provides U.S. public and public charter schools with support to expand PLTW Launch, Gateway, or Engineering programs. Grants fund participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training, with priority for schools serving students with high economic need.
Project Lead The Way Inc
San Diego Kiwanis Club Youth Grants
Applications due Dec 12, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in San Diego County, California and Northern Baja California with specific projects serving children and young adults up to age 26 can receive US $5,000 - US $50,000 for youth-focused programs. San Diego Kiwanis Club Foundation funding can support program costs, capacity building, capital needs, and specific operating expenses within a 12‑month grant period.
San Diego Kiwanis Club Foundation Inc
Bessie Minor Swift Foundation Grants for San Diego County Literacy
Applications due Feb 13, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in San Diego County, California can seek funding for literacy, STEM, STEAM, and educational enrichment programs serving preschool through secondary students and learners of all ages. Grants from Bessie Minor Swift Foundation range from US $500 - US $5,000 and favor small, local, low-budget projects with limited other funding sources.
Bessie Minor Swift Foundation
San Diego Foundation Support for Student Healthcare
Applications due Mar 4, 2027
Students in San Diego County, California pursuing nutrition, dietetics, or clinical healthcare studies can receive scholarship support through the Amy E. Johnson Memorial Scholarship, awarding US $1,000 - US $5,000. Grants from The San Diego Foundation help local residents with financial need advance higher education and college success in health-related fields.
The San Diego Foundation
San Diego Foundation STEM Education Grants in San Diego County
Applications due Mar 4, 2027
High-achieving AVID seniors in San Diego County, California planning to attend a four-year college can receive $1,000 - $5,000 for higher education through the AVID Donald Costa Scholarship. San Diego Foundation supports students in approved AVID programs, especially Senior Standouts and Top STEM Scholars, recognizing academic excellence, leadership, and college readiness.
The San Diego Foundation
STEM Education Funding from San Diego Foundation
Applications due Mar 4, 2027
Graduating high school seniors and community college students in San Diego County, California planning to major in STEM fields can receive scholarship support for enrollment at accredited four-year U.S. universities. Grants from The San Diego Foundation help students with financial need, especially those from underserved or historically underrepresented backgrounds, reduce educational disparities and complete their degrees.
The San Diego Foundation
Clean Energy Funding from San Diego Community Power
Applications due Mar 7, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving San Diego County, California can receive US $25,000 - US $100,000 to run community clean energy projects and programs. San Diego Community Power’s Community Clean Energy Grant Program supports efforts like energy education, electrification-related air quality improvements, workforce development, and energy resilience for SDCP customers, covering personnel, equipment, capital purchases, and other program costs.
San Diego Community Power
Arts Project Grants for Nonprofits from Carlsbad
Applications due Mar 28, 2027
Nonprofit arts organizations and educational institutions in San Diego County, California can receive up to US $7,500 to support specific arts projects involving professional artists or outside experts. Grants from the City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Division fund arts education, cultural programming, and community arts activities that take place within Carlsbad city limits.
City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Division
City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Division Grants for San Diego County Art Education
Applications due Mar 28, 2027
Nonprofit schools and school-affiliated groups in San Diego County, California can receive up to US $3,500 per grant for arts-focused programs in Carlsbad, including performing, visual, digital, culinary, and STEAM projects. Grants from City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Division support arts in schools, career-focused arts initiatives, and partnerships with professional artists.
City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Division
City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Grants in San Diego
Applications due Mar 28, 2027
Nonprofit emerging arts organizations and schools creating public arts projects in Carlsbad, within San Diego County, can receive up to US $5,000 for community-focused programming. City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Division supports projects in dance, music, visual, digital, and ethnic or indigenous art forms that expand arts access and education.
City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Division
Coastal Resilience Funding from San Diego Foundation
Applications due Apr 4, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in San Diego County, California and northern Baja California working on coastal and marine climate resilience can apply for the Binational Resilience Initiative, with awards up to US $100,000. Binational partnerships must include at least one U.S. and one Mexican nonprofit and may support research, education, collaboration, and organizational capacity.
The San Diego Foundation
San Diego Energy Outreach Funding via Energy Upgrade California
Letter of inquiry due Apr 8, 2027
Community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits conducting energy efficiency education and outreach in San Diego County, California can apply for the Flex Alert Grant Program to promote Flex Alerts and residential energy reduction. Focused on energy efficiency and conservation, Energy Upgrade California seeks CBOs with strong community networks to engage low-income, multicultural, senior, rural, and disabled residents in utility territories.
Energy Upgrade California
In-N-Out Burgers Foundation Grants for Child Welfare
Applications due May 2, 2027
Focused on child abuse and neglect services, In-N-Out Burgers Foundation invites San Diego County, California 501(c)(3) nonprofits to seek support for programs, operations, or capital needs benefiting affected children and youth. Eligible organizations operate in counties with In-N-Out locations and may receive US $10,000 - US $50,000 in core grant funding, primarily by invitation.
In-N-Out Burgers Foundation