California Small Business Grants & Funding Programs
California supports small businesses through the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) and the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA). Major cities offer additional local programs.
CalOSBA Programs
CalOSBA administers the California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program and connects businesses with various state and federal funding opportunities through the California Dream Fund.
Regional Centers
California's Small Business Development Centers, Women's Business Centers, and local economic development agencies provide free consulting and funding assistance statewide.
Major City Programs
Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and other cities offer local grants including facade improvement programs, microenterprise assistance, and industry-specific incentives.
California Business Grants
98 grants found
Community Development Block Grant Program
Provides funding for community development projects that benefit low- and moderate-income individuals.
Community Services Block Grant Program
The Community Services Block Grant Program provides funding for community services that help low-income individuals and families.
Weatherization Assistance Program
The Weatherization Assistance Program helps low-income households reduce energy costs by making homes more energy-efficient.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program helps low-income households pay for home energy costs.
iFundWomen Grant
The iFundWomen Grant provides funding to support women entrepreneurs.
Amber Grant for Women
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Black Girl Ventures Grant
The Black Girl Ventures Grant provides funding to support black women entrepreneurs.
SBIR Grant
The SBIR Grant provides funding to support small businesses in research and development.
National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC) Grant
The NWBOC Grant provides funding to support women-owned businesses and promote business development.
Ladies Who Launch Grant
The Ladies Who Launch Grant provides funding to support women and nonbinary entrepreneurs.
National Women's Business Council (NWBC) Grant
The NWBC Grant provides funding to support women-owned businesses and promote economic outcomes.
Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) Grant
The WIPP Grant provides funding to support women-owned businesses and promote public policy solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in California