Grants for Nonprofits

San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments for projects along the Lower Los Angeles River in California that support severely disadvantaged communities through drought response and long-term water resilience, funded under Proposition 68. Applications go through a two-phase process: a Concept Proposal reviewed by Conservancy staff before an invited Full Application. No specific award amount or deadline is listed, and eligibility is limited to projects in the Lower LA River program area serving disadvantaged communities.

State Water Resources Control Board · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments in California; this state Cleanup and Abatement Account funds emergency responses to pollution or urgent drinking water needs when no responsible party is available to pay for cleanup. Funding priorities and availability depend on legislative appropriations, penalty/settlement funds, and loan repayments, so amounts vary and are not fixed. No specific award amount or deadline is listed.

U.S. National Science Foundation · Amount varies

An NSF research program open to any type of eligible entity (universities, nonprofits, and other research organizations, per standard NSF rules) funding fundamental research in environmental engineering, including pollution prevention, remediation, and sustainable water treatment. Eligibility is broadly described as unrestricted, subject to standard NSF proposal rules; no award amount or deadline is listed in this posting.

U.S. Mission to Italy · Amount varies

The U.S. Mission to Italy's Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund supports projects led by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs, typically advancing community, civic, or educational goals connected to Italy. Eligibility is generally limited to exchange-program alumni and their organizations, so most general nonprofits and individuals without that affiliation cannot apply. Specific eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines are not listed here, and embassy grants often restrict eligibility for U.S.-based applicants; review the full announcement.

U.S. Mission to Italy · Amount varies

The U.S. Mission to Italy's annual program statement funds projects that strengthen U.S.-Italy ties, typically through cultural, educational, and exchange-focused programming. These embassy public-diplomacy grants generally target nonprofits, educational institutions, and similar organizations, often with a connection to Italy or U.S.-Italy relations. Specific eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines are not listed here, so review the full program statement; note that embassy grants frequently restrict or limit eligibility for U.S.-based applicants and may favor local organizations.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Amount varies

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's Preventing Drug Overdoses: Community Prevention and Response program funds community-based efforts to prevent and respond to drug overdoses, such as prevention, harm reduction, and response services. It typically targets nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal organizations that serve affected communities rather than individuals or for-profit businesses. Detailed eligibility, award amounts, and deadlines are not published here because the opportunity is forecasted; confirm requirements in the official notice before applying.

Department of Housing and Community Development · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments through California's Department of Housing and Community Development (Local Housing Trust Fund NOFA, Round 5). Provides low-interest (up to 3%) construction and permanent financing loans for affordable rental housing, shelters, supportive housing, and accessory dwelling units. At least 30% of funds must serve extremely low-income households, no more than 20% may serve moderate-income households, and administrative costs are capped at 5%, making this a fairly restrictive, compliance-heavy program.

San Diego River Conservancy · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments for projects that support the San Diego River Conservancy's mission under its enabling legislation and strategic plan. No specific award amount or deadline is currently published. Limited to projects within the Conservancy's San Diego River service area in California.

Department of Forestry and Fire Protection · Amount varies

Open to businesses, individuals, nonprofits, other legal entities, and public agencies owning 20 to 5,000 acres of forest land in California; this program provides cost-share assistance (not full grants) for forest management planning, reforestation, and related improvement activities performed under a Registered Professional Forester. Broadcast, controlled, or cultural burning is not an eligible cost. No specific award amount or deadline is listed, and applicants should expect to cover part of the cost themselves.

Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB · Amount varies

This is a forecasted Administration for Children and Families grant offering Title IV-E Prevention Accelerator support to help jurisdictions expand prevention services that keep children safely with their families. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not been published yet; Title IV-E awards typically go to state, tribal, and territorial child welfare agencies and their partners. Review the official announcement on Grants.gov before applying.

U.S. Mission to the United Nations · $5K–$15K

Open to individuals, registered nonprofits, think tanks, civil society/NGOs, educational institutions, and governmental institutions based in Geneva or abroad, this US Mission Geneva Small Grants Program funds projects that promote US policy priorities at international organizations, such as lectures, exhibitions, exchanges, workshops, or public awareness campaigns. Awards range roughly from $5,000 to $15,000, all projects must include a US element or connection, and for-profit or commercial entities are not eligible. Cost-sharing is encouraged but not required.

Department of Housing and Urban Development · Amount varies

This is a forecasted HUD Fair Housing Initiatives Program grant under its Administrative Enforcement Initiative, which supports fair housing enforcement activities. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not been published yet; FHIP enforcement awards are typically limited to qualified fair housing organizations rather than general applicants. Review the official announcement on Grants.gov before applying.

Food and Drug Administration · Amount varies

This is a forecasted FDA cooperative agreement supporting collaboration among retail food safety regulatory associations. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not been published yet, and such awards typically go to professional associations or government-affiliated regulatory bodies. Confirm the full terms on Grants.gov once the announcement is released.

Coastal Conservancy · Amount varies

The California Coastal Conservancy's Explore the Coast Overnight Program funds nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments to plan, design, permit, or build lower-cost overnight coastal accommodations, prioritizing access for low- and middle-income Californians and underserved communities. No specific funding amount or deadline is listed, and the program is limited to California coastal projects.

Department of Natural Resources · $10K–$10M

Open to government agencies, schools/universities, and nonprofits working on wildlife and habitat projects. Funds restoration, conservation, and management of wild birds and mammals and their habitat, plus public access, hunter education/safety, and shooting range development. Awards range widely from $10,000 to $10 million; no deadline is listed, so check with the funder for current cycle timing.

State Treasurer's Office · Amount varies

California charter schools (operating as nonprofits or public agencies) that serve a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price meals can apply for annual facility-cost grants through the State Treasurer's Office / California School Finance Authority. No specific award amount or deadline is listed here; availability is announced annually on the CSFA website, so applicants should check current-year details before applying.

Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB · Amount varies

This is a forecasted Administration for Children and Families grant to replicate and adapt Kinship Navigator Programs, including tribal adaptation, which help relatives caring for children connect with support and services. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not been published yet; awards typically go to public child welfare agencies, tribes, and nonprofits. Review the official announcement on Grants.gov before applying.

Wildlife Conservation Board · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments through the California Wildlife Conservation Board's Riparian Habitat Conservation Program. Funds restoration of riparian vegetation, floodplain reconnection, invasive species control, and stream/fencing projects statewide in California. No specific award amount or deadline is provided.

Coastal Conservancy · Amount varies

Open to nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments for projects along the California coast, San Francisco Bay, and coastal watersheds. Funds feasibility studies, land acquisition, planning, design, permitting, and construction for beaches, parks, trails, habitat restoration, and climate resilience projects, but does not cover ongoing operations or maintenance. Most funding is awarded through a rolling pre-application process; geographically limited to coastal California, and no set award amount or deadline is listed.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Amount varies

This is a forecasted SAMHSA grant to fund Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Centers providing the full continuum of opioid use disorder treatment and recovery services. Eligibility, funding amounts, and deadlines have not been published yet; awards of this type typically go to treatment providers and community organizations. Review the official announcement on Grants.gov before applying.