Charter FinE Enhancement (Charter FinE) Program
🏛 State Treasurer's Office (California)
✓ Free, no account · Source: California Grants Portal · Last verified Jul 10, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for California-based organizations supporting justice system-involved youth pursuing behavioral health careers. Eligible applicants likely include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, community colleges, and workforce development programs operating in California. The program funds wrap-around supports like income assistance, rent support, academic enrichment, career development, mentorship, and advising for currently or recently justice-involved students.
Organizations must demonstrate capacity to serve underrepresented and disadvantaged populations. The goal is developing a more culturally and linguistically competent behavioral health workforce. Activities must directly support students' progress toward behavioral health career pathways.
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Program description
The federally-funded Charter Finance Enhancement (Charter FinE) Program was created from an $10 million grant awarded through the federal “Expanding Quality Charter Schools Program – Grants for Credit Enhancement for Charter School Facilities” (CFDA #84.354A) grant competition in 2023. This program enhances financings to charter schools to lower costs associated for permanent charter school facilities.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- Community College
- Nonprofits
- Public Authority
- Small Business (SBA-defined)
- Tribal Nation
- Workforce Development Program
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Program contact
- 📧 csfa@treasurer.ca.gov
- 📞 1-213-620-4608
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-2024 | 3 | 3 | 100% |
| 2024-2025 | 3 | 3 | 100% |
| 2025-2026 | — | — | — |
Source: California Grants Portal
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