Funding use · Planning

Planning Grants for Nonprofits

Grants for nonprofit planning, feasibility studies, predevelopment, community plans, assessments, and project-design work.

What qualifies: A source must explicitly allow nonprofits and identify planning, feasibility, assessment, design, or predevelopment as a supported activity.

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OpenCalifornia-specificLight effort

Community Resilience Centers Round 2 PLANNING Grant (FY 26-27)

Strategic Growth Council

CRC Planning Grants will support planning activities to prepare communities to implement Community Resilience Centers. CRC Planning Grant activities should focus on preparing for a future CRC Implementation Grant or similar funding opportunity, and must…

Best for: Disadvantaged Communities, Disaster Prevention & Relief, Education

Deadline
Sep 4, 2026
Award
Not stated
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: Opportunity title: Community Resilience Centers Round 2 PLANNING Grant (FY 26-27)

OpenCalifornia-specificLight effort

Community Resilience Centers Round 2 IMPLEMENTATION Grant (FY 26-27)

Strategic Growth Council

CRC Implementation Grants will fund new construction and upgrades of CRC Facilities and Campus Amenities that support use of the CRC Facility. Additionally, Implementation Grants fund programs and services that build social cohesion and community…

Best for: Disadvantaged Communities, Disaster Prevention & Relief, Education

Deadline
Sep 25, 2026
Award
Not stated
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: services and programs, and evaluation. Eligible implementation activities include: - Pre-Development Phase: pre-construction activities such as facility condition assessments, planning, engineering, architectural, and other design work, and soft costs for construction plans. - CRC Facility Con

OpenCalifornia-specificLight effort

Transformative Climate Communities Round 6 PLANNING Grant (FY 25-26)

Strategic Growth Council

The Transformative Climate Communities (TCC) Program, established by AB 2722 (Burke, 2016), invests in community-led climate resilience projects in the state’s most overburdened communities. The program objectives are to reduce greenhouse gas emissions,…

Best for: Disadvantaged Communities, Employment, Labor & Training

Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
Award
Up to $300,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: Opportunity title: Transformative Climate Communities Round 6 PLANNING Grant (FY 25-26)

OpenCalifornia-specificLight effort

Transformative Climate Communities Round 6 PROJECT DEVELOPMENT Grant (FY 25-26)

Strategic Growth Council

The Transformative Climate Communities Program (TCC), established by AB 2722 (Burke, 2016), invests in community-led climate resilience projects in the state’s most overburdened communities. The program objectives are to reduce greenhouse gas emissions,…

Best for: Disadvantaged Communities, Disaster Prevention & Relief, Employment

Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
Award
Not stated
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: re them for future funding opportunities aligned with the TCC Program Objectives. Project Development Grants should respond to previous community planning efforts that identified priority projects and need additional project development and basic infrastructure su

OpenCalifornia-specificLight effort

Transformative Climate Communities Round 6 IMPLEMENTATION Grant (FY 25-26)

Strategic Growth Council

The Transformative Climate Communities (TCC) Program, established by AB 2722 (Burke, 2016), invests in community-led climate resilience projects in the state’s most overburdened communities. The program objectives are to reduce greenhouse gas emissions,…

Best for: Disadvantaged Communities, Employment, Labor & Training

Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
Award
Not stated
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: eds in Tribal, disadvantaged, and low-income communities. TCC Planning Grants and Project Development Grants support planning and pre-development activities to prepare for future funding opportunities and advance community-led goals an

OpenNationwideHigh effort

National Science Foundation Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions Foundry

NSF

The NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY program supports collaboration among K-12 educators, technologists, and researchers to develop innovative solutions to persistent challenges in learning and workforce development. These challenges are identified by K-12 students,…

Best for: Science and Technology and other Research and Development, Science, Research

Deadline
Nov 18, 2026
Award
Not stated
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: technology-based solutions. NSF FINDERS FOUNDRY program includes two phases: Planning and Development. Planning proposals help teams explore one of several focus areas. Only teams awarded Planning grants may submit Development proposals, which support the growth and implementation of promising ideas. The

OpenNationwideHigh effort

Title X Family Planning Services Grants

HHS-OPHS

The Office of Population Affairs (OPA) announces the anticipated availability of funds for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 grants under the authority of Title X of the Public Health Service Act, Section 1001 (42 U.S.C. §300).This notice solicits applications for…

Best for: Health, Human Services, Education

Deadline
Jan 11, 2027
Award
Up to $22,000,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: vate nonprofit entities. The program helps millions of low-income and uninsured Americans develop health literacy and access family planning and related health services, empowering individuals and families to make informed decisions and navigate chro

OpenLocation-specificHigh effort

WaterSMART Cooperative Watershed Management Program

DOI-BOR

The WaterSMART Cooperative Watershed Management Program funding opportunity invites eligible entities to apply for funding to develop local solutions to address their water management needs. This opportunity provides funding for watershed group…

Best for: Natural Resources, Equipment

Deadline
Feb 15, 2028
Award
Up to $300,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: dress their water management needs. This opportunity provides funding for watershed group development, restoration planning, and watershed management project planning and design. By providing this funding, Reclamation promotes water reliability and cooperation between stakeho

OpenLocation-specificHigh effort

Austin FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance

DOC

UPDATED NOTICE - PLEASE READ: April 6, 2023 EDA is excited to announce the launch of its new grants management platform: the Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE). EDGE was developed to streamline the application and grants management process by…

Best for: Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification), Education

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Up to $300,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: nts’ respective regions. EDA also makes Short-Term and State Planning awards for economic development planning activities that guide the eventual creation and retention of high-quality jobs, particularly for the unemploy

OpenCalifornia-specificLight effort

Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Grant Program – Track 1

Ocean Protection Council

The SB 1 Grant Program aims to provide funding for sea level rise (SLR) adaptation planning to help prepare communities for the impacts of climate change. While many jurisdictions have advanced planning already underway or complete, many others have yet…

Best for: Disadvantaged Communities, Disaster Prevention & Relief, Environment & Water

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Not stated
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: rant Program aims to provide funding for sea level rise (SLR) adaptation planning to help prepare communities for the impacts of climate change. While many jurisdictions have advanced planning already underway or complete, many others have yet to begin comprehensive planning or assessments. The Ocean

OpenCalifornia-specificLight effort

Proposition 1 – Water Recycling

State Water Resources Control Board

Eligible Applicants: Local public agencies, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations qualified to do business in California, Public Utilities, Federally and non-federally recognized Native American tribes on the Native American Heritage Commission’s list, and…

Best for: Environment & Water

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Not stated
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: reuse; and surface water augmentation. Ineligible Uses: Operation and maintenance costs. Eligible Costs: Construction Grant Funding - Construction costs only Construction Loan Funding - Planning, Design, and Construction Eligible Communities: All community types are eligible for funding. This includes s

OpenCalifornia-specificLight effort

Wildfire Prevention Grant Program

San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy

Funding for projects will fall under three main categories: San Gabriel Mountains and Foothills Fire Prevention Planning and Management: Projects under this category will serve mainly the San Gabriel Mountains and Foothills. Work may include invasive…

Best for: Disadvantaged Communities, Disaster Prevention & Relief, Environment & Water

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Not stated
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: , Puente, Chino, and Coyote Hills, which are urban wildlife corridors surrounded by urban development. Work may include fire prevention planning, fuel load reduction, invasive species management, and maintenance of defensible space. Forest Health: Fire R

OpenCalifornia-specificLight effort

Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Tribal Cultural Resources Funding Program

Ocean Protection Council

The Tribal Cultural Resources Funding Solicitation is a dedicated grant opportunity under the Ocean Protection Council’s (OPC) Senate Bill 1 (SB 1) Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Grant Program. This program provides direct, flexible funding to…

Best for: Disadvantaged Communities, Disaster Prevention & Relief, Environment & Water

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Up to $750,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: s and project proposals. This TA Program is also available to support applicants with the development of their Tribal Cultural Resource Planning Project applications. For more information or to request assistance, visit the SB 1 Grant Program webpage or

OpenCalifornia-specificLight effort

Small and Rural Hospital Relief Program

Department of Health Care Access and Information

The Alfred E. Alquist Hospital Facilities Seismic Safety Act (Health and Safety Code (HSC) Section 129675) requires that hospitals be constructed to remain open and safely provide services to the public after an earthquake. The Small and Rural Hospital…

Best for: Health & Human Services

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Not stated
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: e program is being developed to assist qualified facilities with technical assistance for development of seismic improvement program planning, project planning and development, and financial grants to apply towards implementing each facility’s unique compliance program

OpenNationwideHigh effort

FY 2025 EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs

DOC-EDA

PLEASE FIND THE NOFO IN THE 'DOCUMENTS' SECTION OF THIS POST This opportunity has been updated as of May 11, 2026 Program Overview: EDA has authority to provide grants to meet the full range of communities’ and regions’ economic development needs from…

Best for: Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification), Community Development, Equipment

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Up to $30,000,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: authority to provide grants to meet the full range of communities’ and regions’ economic development needs from planning and technical assistance to construction of infrastructure. These grants are made through a series of Notices

OpenLocation-specificHigh effort

Chicago FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance

DOC

UPDATED NOTICE - PLEASE READ: April 6, 2023 EDA is excited to announce the launch of its new grants management platform: the Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE). EDGE was developed to streamline the application and grants management process by…

Best for: Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification), Education

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Up to $300,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: nts’ respective regions. EDA also makes Short-Term and State Planning awards for economic development planning activities that guide the eventual creation and retention of high-quality jobs, particularly for the unemploy

OpenNationwideHigh effort

EDA FY25 Disaster Supplemental

DOC-EDA

Through this Disaster NOFO, EDA will award investments in regions experiencing severe economic distress or other economic harm resulting from hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, floods, and other natural disasters occurring in calendar years 2023 and 2024.…

Best for: Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification), Community Development

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Up to $50,000,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: lementation or Industry Transformation Paths under this NOFO. Projects will fund strategy development, capacity building, and/or predevelopment costs necessary for future recovery projects.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(19, 54, 92);"

OpenLocation-specificHigh effort

Philadelphia FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance

DOC

UPDATED NOTICE - PLEASE READ: April 6, 2023 EDA is excited to announce the launch of its new grants management platform: the Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE). EDGE was developed to streamline the application and grants management process by…

Best for: Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification), Education

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Up to $300,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: nts’ respective regions. EDA also makes Short-Term and State Planning awards for economic development planning activities that guide the eventual creation and retention of high-quality jobs, particularly for the unemploy

OpenLocation-specificHigh effort

Atlanta FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance

DOC

NOTICE: Application Process as of April 6th EDA is excited to announce the launch of its new grants management platform: the Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE). EDGE was developed to streamline the application and grants management process by…

Best for: Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification), Education

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Up to $300,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: nts’ respective regions. EDA also makes Short-Term and State Planning awards for economic development planning activities that guide the eventual creation and retention of high-quality jobs, particularly for the unemploy

OpenLocation-specificHigh effort

Denver FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance

DOC

UPDATED NOTICE - PLEASE READ: April 6, 2023 EDA is excited to announce the launch of its new grants management platform: the Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE). EDGE was developed to streamline the application and grants management process by…

Best for: Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification), Education

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Up to $300,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: nts’ respective regions. EDA also makes Short-Term and State Planning awards for economic development planning activities that guide the eventual creation and retention of high-quality jobs, particularly for the unemploy

OpenLocation-specificHigh effort

Seattle FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance

DOC

UPDATED NOTICE - PLEASE READ: April 6, 2023 EDA is excited to announce the launch of its new grants management platform: the Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE). EDGE was developed to streamline the application and grants management process by…

Best for: Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification), Education

Deadline
Not stated
Award
Up to $300,000
Evidence
Nonprofit confirmed · inferred
Why this grant matches this directory

This opportunity was matched using language in its title or program description.

Source evidence: nts’ respective regions. EDA also makes Short-Term and State Planning awards for economic development planning activities that guide the eventual creation and retention of high-quality jobs, particularly for the unemploy

Original directory analysis

What the current planning landscape tells applicants

Opportunity composition

21 opportunities are currently open and 0 are forecasted. Federal sources represent the largest captured funder group.

Deadline pressure

1 verified opportunities have a captured deadline in the next 30 days. Applicants should prioritize eligibility confirmation and registration checks before drafting, especially when a federal submission system is involved.

Application workload

High is the most common estimated effort level, covering 11 listings. This estimate reflects captured registrations, attachments, narrative, budget, and cost-share signals—not a predicted number of hours.

This analysis is recalculated from the directory’s currently verified membership. Missing award amounts are excluded, and changing source facts can alter these patterns on the next aggregation run.

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Sources and method

Listings come from the official source URL retained on each grant record. Automated rules normalize source categories and identify funding-use phrases; each classification preserves its triggering text. Headline totals include only verified, currently relevant opportunities with explicit nonprofit evidence. Nationwide grants are labeled separately from California-specific programs.

Aggregates refresh daily. The page’s last-modified signal changes only when membership, material source facts, statistics, or editorial copy changes. Missing award amounts are never treated as zero.

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning are currently available?

We currently count 21 verified, relevant opportunities with confirmed nonprofit eligibility. 21 are open and 0 are forecasted. The count changes when official sources add, close, or materially revise grants.

How does a grant qualify for this planning page?

A source must explicitly allow nonprofits and identify planning, feasibility, assessment, design, or predevelopment as a supported activity.

Are nationwide grants included?

Nationwide grants are included when the captured source explicitly indicates national availability and contains no conflicting location restriction.

How current is this directory?

Source records and aggregates are checked on a daily cadence. “New,” “closing soon,” and “recently changed” groups are calculated from the latest verified records; applicants should still confirm final terms on the official source before applying.