Civic Engagement Grants in California

As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 44 Civic Engagement Grants in California — 2 open right now, across 28 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1.3K to $50M. The next application deadline is October 5, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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44total grants
2open now
28agencies
$1.3K–$50Mfunding range
Oct 5next deadline
OPEN 30 days left Moderate to apply

California Serves Grant Program 2026-27

The California Department of Education invites eligible local educational agencies, which include school districts, county offices of education, or charter schools, to apply for a California…

🏛 CA Department of Education (California) ⏰ Oct 5, 2026 💰 up to $500,000
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Civic Engagement grants by state

California (44)

Civic Engagement grants by applicant

Nonprofits (104) 501(c)(3) Public Charity (96) Individuals (55) Public Authority (40) Tribal Nation (27) Public University (26) Private University (25) Public K-12 School (18) Colleges (all higher ed) (18) Small Business (SBA-defined) (17) Faith-based Organization (14) Youth (under 18) (14)

Frequently asked questions

How many civic engagement grants in california are available?
Grantoria currently lists 44 civic engagement grants in california, of which 2 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is October 5, 2026 — about 30 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for civic engagement grants in california?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but civic engagement grants in california in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Public Authority, 501(c)(3) Public Charity and Tribal Nation. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1.3K to $50M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse civic engagement grants in california, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

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