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
145 grants found
Founders First CDC Pride Grant
The Founders First CDC Pride Grant provides funding to support businesses owned by LGBTQ+ individuals.
HUBZone Program
An SBA sponsored program to promote economic development by offering financial grants
8(a) Business Development Program
A program established by the SBA and designed to help firms owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals access to federal contracting opportunities
America's Seed Fund
A SBA-sponsored fund that awards funding to startups and small businesses
Small Business Innovation Research Grant (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBTT) Program
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) business grant opportunities
Prospera
Prospera provides technical assistance and financial education to Hispanic-owned businesses and entrepreneurs.
Export Marketing Assistance Service (EMAS)
Provides financial support for export marketing
Global NY State Trade Expansion Program (STEP)
Provides financial support for trade expansion
Global NY Grant Fund Program
Provides financial support for global business development
POWER UP Grant Program
Provides financial support for business development
County Infrastructure Grant Program
Provides financial support for county infrastructure development
Restore New York Communities Initiative
Provides financial support for community development
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in California