California Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing youth services, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary program support. Organizations operating food pantries or food distribution as part of broader child, family, or community services may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s focus and other charitable contribution guidelines.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Human Services Grants in California
California food delivery and distribution nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and innovative human services approaches can access funding through Creag Foundation to tackle social problems in new ways. Organizations that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and are piloting or expanding creative solutions may be eligible to submit a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
California food pantries and youth-serving nonprofits can access funding through Dan Paul Foundation to support programs that improve the health, education, development, and welfare of children and youth. 501(c)(3) organizations working on food access, homelessness, poverty, or related basic needs worldwide may receive up to US $15,000 per year.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Food Access
California food pantries and nonprofits using technology to expand food access and other services for economically underserved communities can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Focused on crisis response, education, and economic empowerment, Cisco Systems Foundation invites innovative, tech-enabled programs that improve reach and efficiency of support year-round.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for the William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant, awarding more than US $100,000 for arts and science programming. California organizations running museums, performing arts centers, arts education, or STEAM initiatives that reach large or underserved populations may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
California organizations running education, health, or family economic stability programs for urban low-income children and youth can access funding through Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for project support or scaling efforts. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public entities in the U.S.; requests must be for more than US $50,000.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Early Education and Community Development Funding from PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing early childhood education, community development, or human services programs can seek funding to serve low- and moderate-income families in California communities where PNC operates. Grants from PNC Foundation help support early learning, affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, and community services, which may benefit food distribution and related support efforts.
PNC Foundation
Community and Humanitarian Funding from Roche
California food pantries and accredited charities running humanitarian, social, community, or environmental projects can seek support for program activities, education, or disaster response. Grants from Roche help organizations worldwide, including California, that promote sustainable development and can actively involve Roche expertise, logistics, and employees in culturally, educationally, or socially focused initiatives.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Grants for California Health
Nonprofits providing health, education, or humanitarian services in California and worldwide can seek support for programs serving marginalized communities. With a mission to promote health, education, and disaster relief, Semnani Family Foundation provides organizations addressing food access, healthcare, child welfare, and related human services with flexible funding to expand their impact on vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Support for Nonprofits
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits running charitable, educational, scientific, or health-related programs can apply for funding to support services within the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help soundly managed organizations expand efforts that significantly benefit their target populations, so California food pantries and food distribution services may be eligible if they meet these criteria.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Smart & Final Community Grants in California
California food pantries and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits can access funding for hunger relief, health and wellness, education, youth development, team sports, and disaster relief projects through the Smart & Final Charitable Foundation. Organizations must be located in a community the foundation serves and align with at least one of its focus pillars to be considered.
Smart & Final Charitable Foundation
California Community Needs Funding via Bank of America Charitable Foundation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing food distribution, basic needs, or community development can access funding through Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship program. Support may cover hunger relief, emergency shelter, workforce development, arts and culture, environmental efforts, or diversity and inclusion initiatives that strengthen low- and moderate-income communities and contribute to vibrant local economic and social life.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian and Poverty Funding from Gupta Family
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those providing food distribution or related services in California, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Gupta Family Foundation supports smaller 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities focused on poverty, disability, social exclusion, and disaster relief in several countries including the U.S.
Gupta Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can receive more than US $50,000 to tell powerful stories about their preservation, education, or wellness work through the Storytelling Grant. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation help California food pantries and other groups share the impact of their food distribution, mental health, conservation, or education programs.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
USDA Rural Development Grants for California Facilities
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and Federally Recognized Tribes in rural California can use this program to build, purchase, or improve essential community facilities and equipment, including food pantries and food banks. Grants from USDA Rural Development help smaller, lower-income communities finance critical infrastructure that supports health, public safety, education, and local food systems.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Robinson Foundation Support for Southern Services
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
California food pantries and related 501(c)(3) charities focused on poverty relief, children and families, or humanitarian aid may be eligible if they serve communities in the Southern region below the Mason-Dixon line. These single-year grants from the Robinson Foundation support programs with tangible, meaningful impact rather than facilities or other capital projects.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in California
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can access funding through Insperity’s corporate contributions program. Insperity provides California food distribution and related service organizations with philanthropic grants or event sponsorships when they are clients, engage Insperity employees, or serve communities where employees live and work.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for California Food Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing food distribution or related community services in California may be eligible for flexible program support. With a mission to foster positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides funding for charitable initiatives, including efforts that integrate food access with community services, environmental stewardship, or peacebuilding work.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities in California communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation’s grants to support education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment programs. Food pantries and food distribution services in these areas may be eligible if their work aligns with these focus areas and serves GP communities.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
California Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits running community, social service, or health programs, including food distribution efforts, can seek one-year project funding from the Dr Scholl Foundation. Focused on education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, and environmental work, it offers US $5,000 - US $25,000 primarily to U.S. applicants with at least three years of financial activity.
Dr Scholl Foundation
California Food Programs Funding via UNICO Foundation
Applications due Feb 13, 2027
Food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters in California that are registered nonprofits can receive funding to purchase food or provide shelter through the Ralph J. Torraco Food Bank/Shelter Fund Grant. UNICO Foundation supports community-based food and shelter programs with an established track record serving low-income and other vulnerable residents in the U.S.
UNICO Foundation Inc
Samueli Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Apr 11, 2027
Nonprofits, schools, government entities, and faith-based organizations serving Orange County communities in California can seek flexible funding for capacity-building projects that advance community well-being. With a mission to strengthen local opportunity, Samueli Foundation provides one-year awards of US $50,000 - US $100,000 for talent development, systems and equipment, expert assistance, or other critical needs, which may include food distribution work.
Samueli Foundation
California Capital Projects Funding via Samueli Foundation
Applications due Apr 11, 2027
California food pantries and other community-serving 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, government entities, and faith-based organizations in Orange County can access funding through the Samueli Foundation’s Build OC Fund; awards up to US $1,000,000 for capital projects. Eligible uses include facility or land acquisition, construction, renovation, repair, preservation, and major equipment tied to a capital project.
Samueli Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing community-focused services such as hunger relief, homelessness support, health and social services, or disaster relief in California may be eligible for funding to support projects, operations, or capital needs. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides grants in communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates, including organizations improving food access and economic stability.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
California 501(c)(3) public charities running safety, workforce, community vitality, or environmental sustainability programs can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, with awards from US $5,000 - US $30,000. With a mission to strengthen local communities, the foundation supports direct services and capacity-building efforts in Union Pacific–served areas, which may include food access and basic needs work.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for California Food Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Focused on food access and community support, Chick Fil A Foundation invites California 501(c)(3) nonprofits and equivalent charities to apply for the True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for programs addressing hunger, youth and family services, and related environmental initiatives. Organizations operating food pantries or food distribution may be strong candidates.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc