Costco Foundation Grants for California Youth
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in California supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek program funding through Costco Foundation’s charitable contributions. With a mission to strengthen community well-being, Costco Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with monetary support for evidence-based programs, which may include psychology-related services for children and families near its warehouse communities.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for California Innovation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or mental health approaches can seek funding to tackle pressing social problems. Creag Foundation supports smaller or evolving organizations developing new ways to address societal issues, so psychology-focused programs that improve the human condition may be eligible to submit a letter of inquiry by invitation.
Creag Foundation
California Youth Welfare Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth health, education, development, or welfare can access funding through The Dan Paul Foundation, with awards up to US $15,000. Programs in child welfare, early childhood development, homelessness, poverty, refugee enrichment, or environmental responsibility that directly benefit young people may be especially competitive.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Social Impact Grants in California
Early-stage social impact nonprofits and impact-first startups in California tackling urgent social or environmental problems can receive up to US $300,000 to scale proven solutions. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation supports post-pilot, high-growth organizations serving underserved communities with measurable impact, systems-level approaches, and plans to reach at least 10,000 people within five years.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
California Tech-Enabled Services Funding via Cisco
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in California can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. With a mission to support innovative, early-stage social impact solutions, Cisco Systems Foundation provides project funding for initiatives serving predominantly economically underserved communities, which may include psychology-related services within these focus areas.
Cisco Systems Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for Culture
U.S. 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek funding for arts and science programs that engage youth and demonstrate lasting impact, including those serving California. William Randolph Hearst Foundation supports performing arts, museums, arts education, STEAM initiatives, and artist development with program, capital, and limited general or endowment support, often above US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Health Grants in California
Nonprofit organizations providing health, community, or education services in California can apply for grants supporting food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and wellness initiatives. With a mission to expand equitable care and education, Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with funding for health and welfare, education, and community-focused programs that may include psychology-related services.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants in California
California organizations and social enterprises working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability for urban low-income youth can apply for project or scale-up support over US $50,000. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds entities with a U.S. Federal TIN whose programs benefit children and youth, including those with psychology or mental health components.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in California focused on early childhood education or community economic development can apply for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant to support programs serving low- and moderate-income families. PNC Foundation provides funding for initiatives such as early learning, job readiness, affordable housing, and community services, which may benefit psychology-related programs addressing social and emotional development.
PNC Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Funding from Roche
California accredited charities running humanitarian, social development, science education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects may be eligible for support through Roche. Grants from Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy prioritize innovative, sustainable initiatives that can engage local Roche affiliates and employees and make use of the company’s expertise and logistics capabilities.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Grants from Semnani
California nonprofits providing health, education, or humanitarian services to marginalized communities can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation for programs in the U.S. or eligible countries. Organizations offering mental health or psychology-related support within these broader areas may be competitive, especially those prioritizing vulnerable populations and cost-effective, high-impact service delivery.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Psychology Grants in California
Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help California psychology and related 501(c)(3) organizations fund charitable, scientific, medical, or educational work in the U.S. Eligible nonprofits must be tax-exempt and use awards domestically, making this a potential fit for well-managed programs that broadly improve mental health and general welfare outcomes.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits running community programs such as housing, workforce development, basic needs, arts, environment, or inclusion initiatives can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship support. California organizations with psychology-related services that advance economic mobility, social progress, or community well-being may be eligible within these focus areas.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Insperity Grants for California Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services, programs, or fundraising events can apply for grants or event sponsorships that aid key service goals. Focused on community involvement, Insperity invites eligible charities connected to its employees, client base, or local communities to request once-yearly financial, volunteer, or in-kind assistance that may benefit psychology-related initiatives.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects can apply for grants from the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. Psychology-focused nonprofits whose work intersects with these areas may be eligible for funding to advance their programs and impact.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities can access funding through Georgia-Pacific Foundation for education, entrepreneurship, environmental, and community enrichment initiatives. Eligible organizations must be within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community and serve that community, which may include psychology-related programs that enhance local well-being.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Family Support Grants from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence services can access funding through The Tjx Foundation in communities across California and the U.S. Eligible programs must be within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office and support vulnerable children and families’ well-being and future success.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for California Environment
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
California 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries can seek unrestricted funding for environmental or human services programs, including psychology-related services, through the Lawrence Foundation; awards typically range from US $5,000 - US $10,000. This private family foundation supports both program and general operating requests with no geographic restrictions.
Lawrence Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Community Vitality Grants in California
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in California working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven programs can apply for Ameriprise Financial support. Ameriprise Financial provides U.S. nonprofits with funding for hunger relief, housing and shelters, financial literacy, workforce readiness, community development, and cultural enrichment, with priority for sites engaging Ameriprise employee and advisor volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in California
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
California 501(c)(3) organizations seeking project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural programs, or environmental initiatives can apply for support from the Dr Scholl Foundation. Focused on practical, compassionate solutions, it offers US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one-year projects, with a grant cycle running October 1 through March 1.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Explorers Club Support for Space Psychology
Applications due Feb 15, 2027
Scientists, engineers, technologists, and explorers researching human behavior, health, or performance in space environments can seek US $20,000 - US $25,000 for projects in areas like habitability, space medicine, and psychological impacts of isolation. Explorers Club supports space science and human adaptation research, and California-based psychology researchers may be eligible.
Explorers Club
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Mental Health Grants in California
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
California psychology and mental health nonprofits can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for programs improving mental and behavioral health and related social services. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts communities may request project, general operating, or capital support that benefits underserved individuals and families, including those facing poverty, homelessness, or disaster-related hardship.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Union Pacific Foundation
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations 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. Psychology-related programs that support mental health, community safety, youth development, or basic needs may be eligible.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
California nonprofits supporting underserved youth through education, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship can access funding via Chick Fil A Foundation. Grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 support programs such as character and leadership development, academic enrichment, family services, hunger relief, and community or environmental initiatives that may complement youth-focused psychology or mental health programming.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
California Marine Conservation Funding via National Geographic Society
Applications due Jun 25, 2027
Individuals over 18 leading education projects that build community ocean stewardship can apply for up to US $20,000 to pilot, scale, or research immersive ocean-learning innovations. Grants from National Geographic Society help California psychology-focused educators and researchers whose work explores ocean-related attitudes, behaviors, or emotional connections, especially in underserved communities and National Geographic–Lindblad destinations.
National Geographic Society
National Geographic Society Ocean Education Grants
Applications due Jun 25, 2027
Individuals over 18 with relevant education experience can secure up to US $100,000 to design or study community-based ocean literacy projects worldwide. Grants from National Geographic Society help California psychology and education professionals whose work explores emotional, cultural, or behavioral dimensions of ocean stewardship, including immersive learning, storytelling, and research on educational innovation effectiveness.
National Geographic Society