Grants in California: 160+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in California can access federal grants open to all states, California-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to California nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

160+

Grants Available

$244.0M

Total Funding Tracked

$10.2M

Average Award

CA

State

Top Funding Categories in California

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Active Grants in California

The San Diego Foundation
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The San Diego Foundation

The San Diego Foundation provides grants and funding opportunities to support nonprofit organizations and community initiatives throughout San Diego County. The foundation focuses on addressing local community needs and building regional capacity.

Up to $100.0MRolling deadline
The San Francisco Foundation
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The San Francisco Foundation

The San Francisco Foundation is a community foundation that partners with donors, community leaders, and nonprofits to create a Bay Area where everyone can thrive. They offer funding opportunities through grants, loans, leadership programs, and awards focused on advancing racial equity and supporting various community needs.

Up to $100.0MRolling deadline
Carl Victor Page Memorial Foundation — Grants Program
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Carl Victor Page Memorial Foundation

Carl Victor Page Memorial Foundation is a private foundation based in Palo Alto, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $285,596,584 in grants. Total assets: $4,024,325,038. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Conrad N Hilton Foundation — Grants Program
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Conrad N Hilton Foundation

Conrad N Hilton Foundation is a private foundation based in Westlake Vlg, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $210,298,805 in grants. Total assets: $7,099,706,570. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Maxwell Hanrahan Foundation — Grants Program
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Maxwell Hanrahan Foundation

Maxwell Hanrahan Foundation is a private foundation based in San Francisco, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,613,449 in grants. Total assets: $315,052,824. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Broad Foundation — Grants Program
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Broad Foundation

Broad Foundation is a private foundation based in Los Angeles, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $129,246,056 in grants. Total assets: $1,816,766,371. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Foundation — Grants Program
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Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Foundation

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Foundation is a private foundation based in Palo Alto, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $57,960,663 in grants. Total assets: $6,319,675,100. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Give Forward Foundation — Grants Program
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Give Forward Foundation

Give Forward Foundation is a private foundation based in San Francisco, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,649,870 in grants. Total assets: $24,137,914. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
J Paul Getty Trust — Grants Program
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J Paul Getty Trust

J Paul Getty Trust is a private foundation based in Los Angeles, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $21,448,331 in grants. Total assets: $12,546,290,001. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Sequoia Climate Foundation — Grants Program
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Sequoia Climate Foundation

Sequoia Climate Foundation is a private foundation based in Irvine, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $257,446,975 in grants. Total assets: $78,783,978. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Samueli Foundation — Grants Program
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Samueli Foundation

Samueli Foundation is a private foundation based in Corona Dl Mar, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $34,546,542 in grants. Total assets: $45,536,119. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Xie Foundation — Grants Program
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Xie Foundation

Xie Foundation is a private foundation based in Sunnyvale, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $35,368,429 in grants. Total assets: $724,877,338. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
James Irvine Foundation — Grants Program
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James Irvine Foundation

James Irvine Foundation is a private foundation based in San Francisco, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $177,075,927 in grants. Total assets: $3,300,619,484. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Crankstart Foundation — Grants Program
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Crankstart Foundation

Crankstart Foundation is a private foundation based in San Jose, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $159,771,106 in grants. Total assets: $3,909,004,192. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
H&h Evergreen Foundation — Grants Program
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H&h Evergreen Foundation

H&h Evergreen Foundation is a private foundation based in Menlo Park, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $183,666,500 in grants. Total assets: $2,493,531,546. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Helen And Sanford Diller Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Helen And Sanford Diller Family Foundation

Helen And Sanford Diller Family Foundation is a private foundation based in San Mateo, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $11,648,307 in grants. Total assets: $244,849,988. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Gordon E And Betty I Moore Foundation — Grants Program
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Gordon E And Betty I Moore Foundation

Gordon E And Betty I Moore Foundation is a private foundation based in Palo Alto, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $408,113,771 in grants. Total assets: $8,766,258,805. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
William & Flora Hewlett Foundation — Grants Program
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William & Flora Hewlett Foundation

William & Flora Hewlett Foundation is a private foundation based in Menlo Park, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $605,258,937 in grants. Total assets: $13,332,174,215. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Eric And Wendy Schmidt Fund For Strategic Innovation — Grants Program
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The Eric And Wendy Schmidt Fund For Strategic Innovation

The Eric And Wendy Schmidt Fund For Strategic Innovation is a private foundation based in Palo Alto, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $301,970,372 in grants. Total assets: $1,402,995,349. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Good Ventures Foundation — Grants Program
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Good Ventures Foundation

Good Ventures Foundation is a private foundation based in Palo Alto, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $369,384,206 in grants. Total assets: $5,863,998,880. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Rippleworks Inc — Grants Program
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Rippleworks Inc

Rippleworks Inc is a private foundation based in San Francisco, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $58,579,920 in grants. Total assets: $1,110,969,971. Primary focus area: international. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
David And Lucile Packard Foundation — Grants Program
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David And Lucile Packard Foundation

David And Lucile Packard Foundation is a private foundation based in Los Altos, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $371,574,675 in grants. Total assets: $8,324,855,767. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Sergey Brin Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Sergey Brin Family Foundation

Sergey Brin Family Foundation is a private foundation based in San Francisco, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $430,295,656 in grants. Total assets: $4,070,439,070. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Gene Haas Foundation — Grants Program
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Gene Haas Foundation

Gene Haas Foundation is a private foundation based in Oxnard, CA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $29,532,163 in grants. Total assets: $805,519,878. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: California Grants

What types of grants are available in California?

California organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), California-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in California to apply for state grants?

For most California state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in California and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find California state grant opportunities?

California state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for California grants?

California state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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