California Community Programs Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits in California working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can apply for US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible funding. Organizations that address multiple pillars (work, home, play), advance diversity, equity and inclusion, and are based in U.S. Bank communities may be especially competitive, including those supporting educator development.
US Bancorp Foundation
California Youth and Health Funding via Costco Foundation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary program needs. Eligible organizations must demonstrate clear community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support. Programs involving teachers’ continuing education that fit these priorities may be considered.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in California
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem–solving programs can access funding through Creag Foundation. Organizations must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and be developing new approaches to existing or previously unaddressed social issues, which may include education-related initiatives for teachers’ professional growth.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
California 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth through education, child welfare, or enrichment programs can access funding through Dan Paul Foundation for projects that advance children’s health, development, and well-being. Grants up to US $15,000 may support teacher and parent training, early childhood development, scholarships, environmental education, homelessness, poverty, or refugee enrichment initiatives worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Early-Stage Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Early-stage, independent nonprofit and impact-first, mission-driven for-profit organizations in California tackling urgent social or environmental problems can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support, with awards up to US $300,000. Funding over three years combines capital with intensive capacity-building to help scalable solutions expand their impact for underserved communities.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Tech Education
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience in California may be eligible for Global Impact Cash Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation. Organizations must primarily serve economically underserved communities, keep overhead below 25 percent, and propose innovative, tech-enabled solutions rather than general operating support or traditional school-based activities.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Education and Safety Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in California can seek Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants to support safety, education, and community development initiatives. State Farm Companies Foundation funds projects such as K–12 and higher education, STEM, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, financial literacy, and neighborhood revitalization with long-term, sustainable impact.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million, including those in California, can apply for William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, typically more than US $100,000, to support arts and science programming. Funding may cover programs, capital projects, or limited general and endowment support, with priority for youth engagement, arts education, STEM/STEAM, and artist development.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Support for Education
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits and equivalent charities working in health, education, or community services can seek funding for programs such as STEM education, food pantries, and healthcare for underserved populations. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites proposals that advance equitable care, education, and healthy lifestyles; requests are reviewed in March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
California education organizations and social enterprises serving urban low-income children and youth can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for projects or scaling work in education. Eligible applicants must request more than US $50,000 and operate in the U.S., India, or South Africa, with funding typically covering only part of project or operating costs.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Education and Community Funding from PNC Foundation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering early childhood education, teacher development, or community economic development programs can seek grants to serve low- and moderate-income children and families. Grants from PNC Foundation help support classroom services, educator professional development, family engagement, affordable housing, job training, and revitalization efforts in communities where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
Education and Community Funding from Roche
Accredited charities in California and worldwide can seek funding for humanitarian, education, community, environmental, and contemporary arts projects that engage Roche expertise and employees. Grants from Roche help organizations develop high-quality, sustainable programs, including science and STEM education for youth, social services, disaster relief, and cultural initiatives, through local Roche affiliate offices.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Grants for Education
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations providing health, education, or disaster relief services can seek support for programs serving marginalized communities in California and worldwide. With a mission to empower vulnerable populations, Semnani Family Foundation provides funding to initiatives such as medical care, child welfare, literacy, and related social services, which may include teacher or professional education components.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Support for Education
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) educational, scientific, medical, and other charitable organizations can seek funding to support programs that significantly benefit their target populations. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help California and other U.S. nonprofits carry out charitable, educational, scientific, and health-related work, with all funded activities taking place within the country.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
California Community Development Funding via Bank of America Foundation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or inclusion can access funding via Bank of America Foundation’s sponsorship program. These regional sponsorships support economic, social, and cultural initiatives, so education-focused organizations, including those supporting teachers’ professional growth, may be eligible when aligned with housing, jobs, or hunger priorities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian and Social Services Funding from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can seek US $5,000 - US $250,000 for humanitarian and social service programs from Gupta Family Foundation. U.S.-based 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign organizations, including those in California, may be eligible if they are smaller, founder-led groups directing at least 90% of funds to beneficiaries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits in California seeking to share their impact stories can use this storytelling grant to highlight preservation, education, or wellness work. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation support organizations across the U.S., so California programs for teachers, students, or community wellness may be eligible to enhance outreach and visibility.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Bader Charitable Foundation Education Grants in California
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations running education, science, arts, or Jewish life projects, including those benefiting California teachers’ professional growth, may be eligible for project-based support. Robert & Toni Bader Charitable Foundation funds initiatives that advance Jewish ideals through education, science, and the arts, but does not cover general operating expenses or support individuals.
Robert & Toni Bader Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Support for Southern Education
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
California education nonprofits focused on children, families, poverty relief, or related services can access funding through Robinson Foundation for single-year projects that create tangible, meaningful impact. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) public charities active for more than three years and serving communities in the Southern region below the Mason-Dixon line; capital projects are not supported.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Support for California Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in California seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects may be eligible for this funding. With a mission to respect all life, the environment, and all people, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides grants that could help educators and schools expand related programs and initiatives.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities in California communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation grants to support education, entrepreneurship, environmental initiatives, and community enrichment. Programs that improve long-term well-being and sustainability in these communities, including those benefiting teachers’ professional growth, may be competitive.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Youth Support Grants in California
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting basic needs, at-risk youth education, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence can seek program funding that helps vulnerable children and families. Focused on youth enrichment and support, TJX Foundation invites organizations within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office to begin with an eligibility questionnaire and Letter of Inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
US $100,000 - US $1,000,000
W. M. Keck Foundation Grants for California Education
Letter of inquiry due Nov 3, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits and eligible public entities serving low-income children, youth, and families can seek US $100,000 - US $1,000,000 for program expansion, capital projects, pilots, or systems-change work. Grants from W. M. Keck Foundation help California education, youth development, arts, health, and human services organizations, especially those benefiting under-resourced communities in Los Angeles County.
W. M. Keck Foundation
Education and Community Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations across the U.S., including California, can apply for $1,000 - $20,000 to support education, cultural, health, environmental, and community-based programs. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help schools, museums, clinics, and youth-serving groups, which may include teacher development or continuing education initiatives within broader organizational programs.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
US $300,000 - US $1,900,000
CA Department of Education Charter School Grants
Applications due Dec 6, 2026
Charter school developers in California can apply for CA Department of Education’s 2025-26 Start-Up Subgrants, awarding US $300,000 - US $1,900,000 for planning, implementation, replication, and expansion of public charter schools. Educators and school teams pursuing new, conversion, or expanding high-quality charter schools may benefit, including those focused on educational access and equity.
CA Department of Education
Ameriprise Financial Community Vitality Grants in California
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s Community Grants program. Grants from Ameriprise Financial help organizations across the U.S. that provide hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, neighborhood revitalization, arts access, or other community vitality initiatives, with priority for sites engaging Ameriprise employee and advisor volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
California Education Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Education nonprofits in California can seek US $5,000 - US $25,000 from the Dr Scholl Foundation for program-focused projects, rather than general operating support. 501(c)(3) organizations working in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental initiatives may benefit, with applications accepted annually between October 1 and March 1.
Dr Scholl Foundation