California Community Programs Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can apply for US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible funding. Organizations, especially those led by people of color and serving designated U.S. Bank communities, may benefit teachers and students through workforce preparation, financial literacy, youth development, and arts education initiatives.
US Bancorp Foundation
California Education Funding via Costco Foundation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary program support. Organizations serving students and teachers may be eligible if they demonstrate community need, evidence-based outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support, with applications typically reviewed within 4–6 weeks.
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. Eligible organizations must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and be testing new approaches to existing or previously unaddressed social issues, which may include education-related initiatives benefiting teachers and students.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving children’s health, education, development, or welfare can access funding through the Dan Paul Foundation for youth-focused programs and services. Grants up to Up to US $15,000 may support early childhood development, teacher and parent training, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, refugee enrichment, and related youth initiatives worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Tech Education
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology to deliver crisis response, education, or economic empowerment programs can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, offering up to US $100,000. Focused on innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions for underserved communities in California and worldwide, Cisco Systems Foundation invites projects that expand access, skills, and economic opportunity.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Education and Safety Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Educational institutions, government programs, and eligible nonprofits in California can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives through State Farm Companies Foundation’s Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants. With a mission to strengthen communities, the foundation provides support for K–12 and higher education, STEM, college and career pathways, and related teacher-focused programs, alongside broader community safety and development efforts across the U.S.
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 can apply for William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, awarding more than US $100,000 for arts and science programs. California organizations serving large constituencies, including arts education and STEAM initiatives that benefit K–12 students and teachers, may be especially competitive.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Support for Education
Nonprofit and equivalent charitable organizations working in education, health, or community services in California may be eligible for this funding, which can support teachers and classroom-related initiatives. Focused on equitable care and education, Labcorp Charitable Foundation backs STEM programs, food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, and healthy lifestyle initiatives through research and screening.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
California education organizations and related groups working with urban low-income children and youth can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for projects in education, children’s health, and family economic stability. Eligible entities include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public agencies requesting more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling in the U.S.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Early Education Funding from PNC Foundation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering early childhood education or community development programs can apply for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant to support children birth to five and low- to moderate-income families. Grants from PNC Foundation help expand classroom services, educator training, family engagement, affordable housing, small business support, and neighborhood revitalization in communities where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
Education and Community Funding from Roche
Accredited charities running education, humanitarian, community, environmental, or arts programs in California and worldwide can seek philanthropic support for high-quality, sustainable projects. Grants from Roche help organizations that engage Roche expertise and employees, work with local authorities and partners, and deliver impactful social, scientific, cultural, or disaster relief initiatives; teacher-focused projects may be eligible when managed by qualifying charities.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Grants for Education
With a mission to support marginalized communities, Semnani Family Foundation provides California education and human services organizations with funding for health, literacy, and humanitarian programs. Nonprofits working with children, women and girls, survivors of violence, or underserved families may be eligible, and teacher-focused initiatives within these areas could also qualify.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Support for Education
California 501(c)(3) educational, scientific, medical, and other charitable organizations can seek funding for programs serving U.S. populations. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help tax-exempt nonprofits with well-managed projects that have broad impact and materially improve general welfare, which may include initiatives benefiting teachers and schools in California.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
California Community Programs Funding via Bank of America Foundation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits running community development, basic needs, workforce education, or cultural programs can access funding through Bank of America Foundation’s regional sponsorship program. Support may benefit initiatives such as preserving neighborhoods, addressing hunger and emergency shelter, arts and culture, environmental projects, and diversity and inclusion efforts that strengthen local communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian and Social Services Funding from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits supporting disadvantaged people and humanitarian relief in California and worldwide can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s US $5,000 - US $250,000 grants. Funding supports poverty alleviation, disability services, social services, and disaster relief. Eligible organizations are typically 501(c)(3)s or qualifying foreign entities with revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000.
Gupta Family Foundation
California Education Funding via Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
K–12 schools, education nonprofits, and teacher-support organizations in California can apply for the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant to fund communications that highlight their educational impact. This U.S.-wide opportunity offers more than US $50,000 to organizations aligned with its preservation, education, or wellness pillars, and may benefit teacher development and innovative classroom programs.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities in the Southern region can apply for Robinson Foundation grants supporting education, children and families, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, veterans, animal welfare, and conservation programs. Although not limited to California, California-based teachers’ organizations with qualifying Southern-region initiatives may be eligible if they meet the three-year operating and single-year funding requirements.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for California Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can apply for grants or event sponsorships, including in counties like Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco. Focused on community involvement, Insperity invites organizations connected to its employees, client base, or local communities to request annual financial, volunteer, or in-kind assistance.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can use this funding to advance their programs in California and beyond. Grants from Dudley T Dougherty Foundation help groups that respect life, people, and the environment, and that seek to contribute to positive, future-focused change.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
California education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community-enrichment nonprofits and public schools can access funding through Georgia-Pacific Foundation to support programs in communities served by Georgia-Pacific facilities. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, or qualified government entities located within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community and aligning with the foundation’s four focus areas.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Lawrence Foundation Grants for California Education
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
California public schools, libraries, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits can access funding through Lawrence Foundation for environmental, human services, and related community programs, including teacher-led initiatives. Grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000 are typically unrestricted and may support general operating or project costs, with reasonable indirect expenses allowed.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for California Education Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in California working in education, cultural programs, health facilities, environmental protection, or community services can receive US $1,000 - US $20,000 for projects where modest funding has big impact. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports museums, schools, youth and senior programs, disability services, wildlife protection, and other community-based initiatives nationwide.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
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 seek support for programs such as hunger relief, shelter, housing, financial literacy, and job readiness. Ameriprise Financial provides funding nationwide, prioritizing organizations with strong Ameriprise volunteer engagement and measurable outcomes serving communities in the U.S. and its territories.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Education Grants in California
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
California 501(c)(3) organizations seeking program support in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental initiatives can apply for Dr Scholl Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Focused on practical, compassionate solutions, the foundation funds one-year projects, primarily for U.S. applicants, through an annual October–March application cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Grants in California
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
California nonprofits improving economic stability, health, literacy, workforce readiness, or disaster relief can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, general operating, or capital support. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based 501(c)(3) or equivalent community-benefit organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts service areas that do not discriminate in hiring or service provision.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charities in California communities served by Union Pacific can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $30,000 for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects. Teacher-serving nonprofits offering STEM education, youth development, or related programs may be eligible.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
California education and youth-focused nonprofits can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards to expand programs for underserved young people, address hunger and housing, or promote environmental stewardship. 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S., plus equivalent charities in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Singapore, may receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for community-impact projects.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc