1,000+ Opportunities
Find the right grant
Search federal, foundation, and corporate grants with AI — or browse by agency, topic, and state.
Tribal Housing Pre-Development Fund is sponsored by Strategic Growth Council. The Tribal Housing Pre-Development Fund is a grant opportunity that funds activities related to affordable housing development, including planning, infrastructure, construction, site preparation, and other pre-development activities. The goal of the Fund is to increase preparedness to build housing and access other state-funded, affordable housing programs.
Eligible activities include but are not limited to Planning Activities, such as Community Needs Assessment . Feasibility Studies, Market Analyses . Environmental Assessments , and similar activities to determine housing needs and develop a project plan that is responsive to the needs of the community.
The grant also funds Infrastructure Investments, such as Sewage and Drainage Infrastructure, Waste Management, and Electric Utility, Broadband, and Renewable Energy Infrastructure. The grant funds Sustainable Transportation Investments such as Road and Safety infrastructure that do not increase vehicle capacity.
The grant funds Site Acquisition and Preparation Site Appraisal and Acquisition, such as Site Preparation, including Surveying, Grading, and Mitigation, Architectural and Engineering costs, Ecological and Wildlife Restoration, and Disaster Preparedness. The grant also funds Other Associated Costs Legal Fees, such as Consultant Fees, Staff Development and Training, and Staff Salaries.
Get alerted about grants like this
Save a search for “Strategic Growth Council” or related topics and get emailed when new opportunities appear.
Search similar grants →Extracted from the official opportunity page/RFP to help you evaluate fit faster.
Tribal Housing Pre-Development Fund - Strategic Growth Council Tribal Housing Pre-Develo... Tribal Housing Pre-Development Fund The Tribal Housing Pre-Development Fund provides funding and technical assistance to Tribes interested in affordable housing development.
About the Tribal Housing Pre-Development Fund The Tribal Housing Pre-Development Fund is a grant opportunity that funds activities related to affordable housing development, including planning, infrastructure, construction, site preparation, and other pre-development activities. The goal of the Fund is to increase preparedness to build housing and access other state-funded, affordable housing programs.
The California Strategic Growth Council (SGC) has released the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA). The Application Period is now open from May 11, 2026 – Aug. 11, 2026.
The programs are exclusively available to California Native American Tribes and Tribal entities; both federally recognized and non-federally recognized Tribes are encouraged to apply. You can find application information and resources below.
Notice of Funding Availability Budget and Timeline Worksheet Letter of Resolution Template Letter of Authorization Template If you have a question about our Tribal grant programs, you can submit your question below or email tribalinfo@sgc. ca. gov by August 6, 2026 at 5 pm PT.
The Strategic Growth Council will also host biweekly Office Hours every other Thursday from 1 – 2 p. m. PT from June 4, 2026 – Aug.
6, 2026 to provide direct application assistance. This is a space for prospective applicants to ask questions about program requirements and workshop application concepts. Register for Office Hours The Strategic Growth Council held a virtual Application Workshop on May 28, 2026, from 10 a.
m. – 12 p. m.
PT. Staff guided prospective applicants through the application process and answered questions. You can find resources from the workshop below.
Application Workshop Recording Application Workshop Presentation Frequently Asked Questions Maximum Award: $3 million Free Technical Assistance Non-federally recognized and federally-recognized California Native American Tribes listed on the Native American Heritage Contact List before Jan. 1, 2026 .
Non-federally recognized California Native American Tribes are considered eligible if registered as a legal entity (non-profit, for-profit, LLC) under California law and in good standing.
Tribally Designated Housing Entities under 25 USC 4103(22) Awards: Distributed twice a year Include but are not limited to: Community Needs Assessment Environmental Assessments Similar activities to determine housing needs and develop a project plan that is responsive to the needs of the community Infrastructure Investments Sewage and Drainage Infrastructure Electric Utility, Broadband, and Renewable Energy Infrastructure Sustainable Transportation Investments Road and Safety infrastructure that do not increase vehicle capacity Site Acquisition and Preparation Site Appraisal and Acquisition Site Preparation, including Surveying, Grading, and Mitigation Architectural and Engineering costs Ecological and Wildlife Restoration Staff Development and Training If you have questions about the application process, please do not hesitate to contact us at the email below.
You can receive updates about Tribal grant programs, Tribal workshops, and other events or resources for your Tribe by signing up for our Tribal Newsletter. Draft Guidelines posted online January 5, 2026 – April 6, 2026 Request for Public Comment and Tribal Consultation on Draft Guidelines January 2026 – March 2026 SGC held Workshops to obtain Public Comment March 4, 2026 from 10 a. m.
to 2 p. m. in partnership with the Nevada/California Indian Housing Association in and the Department of Housing and Community Development at Hard Rock Casino, Wheatland.
March 12, 2026 from 10 a. m. to 2 p.
m. in partnership with the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians in partnership with HCD at Black Oak Casino Resort, Tuolumne. March 17, 2026 from 8:30 a.
m. to 5 p. m.
in partnership with the SGC’s Catalyst Convening in Salinas, CA. February 23, 2026 from 11 a. m.
to 3 p. m. in partnership the Pala Band of Mission Indians and the Department of Housing and Community Development at Pala Casino Spa Resort, 11154 CA-76, Pala February 24, 2026 10 a.
m. to 12 p. m.
in partnership with All Mission Indian Housing Authority at 27368 Vía Industria, Ste. 103, Temecula. March 25, 2026 from 10 a.
m. to 12 p. m.
: Workshop and Office Hours hosted by SGC.
Request for Formal Tribal Consultation on Draft Guidelines Ends Public Comment Period Closes Final Guidelines adopted by SGC Council Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) released Application Workshop: Tribal Housing and Capacity Building Initiative June 4, 2026 – August 6, 2026 Bi-weekly Office Hours on Thursdays at 1 pm: Tribal Housing and Capacity Building Initiative Deadline to Submit Questions: Tribal Housing and Capacity Building Initiative May 11, 2026 – August 11, 2026 AHSC is administered by SGC and implemented by the California Department of Housing and Community Development.
AHSC is part of Cap-and-Invest (formerly Cap-and-Trade) dollars to work reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the economy, and improving public health and the environment—particularly in disadvantaged and low-income communities. The Cap-and-Invest program also creates a financial incentive for industries to invest in clean technologies and develop innovative ways to reduce pollution.
California Climate Investments projects include affordable housing, renewable energy, public transportation, zero-emission vehicles, environmental restoration, more sustainable agriculture, recycling, and much more. At least 35 percent of these investments are located within and benefiting residents of disadvantaged communities, low-income communities, and low-income households across California.
For more information, visit caclimateinvestments. ca. gov.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Other Legal Entity; Tribal Government. Tribally designated housing entities and California Native Americans on the Native American Heritage Commission's Contact List. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows between $1 and $3,000,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Tribal Housing Pre-Development Fund are due August 11, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Tribal Housing Pre-Development Fund is funded by Strategic Growth Council. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
Tribal Capacity Building Program is a grant from the California Strategic Growth Council providing funding and technical assistance to California Native American Tribes to advance climate and housing-related work. The program's goal is to help Tribes develop long-term capacity to secure funding and implement Tribal-led projects. Round 2 Draft Grant Guidelines were released January 5, 2026, with a 90-day public comment period ending April 6, 2026. Key objectives include building Tribal staff capacity, securing funding for climate and housing projects, and enhancing peer learning among Tribes. Eligible applicants are federally recognized California Native American Tribes.
Tribal Capacity Building Program is sponsored by Strategic Growth Council. The Tribal Capacity Building Program's key objectives are to: Build Tribal Staff Capacity to Advance and Sustain Climate and Housing Action; Secure Funding to Develop and Implement Tribal-led Climate and Housing Projects; Enhance Peer Learning Relationships Among Tribes The Tribal Capacity Building Program provides funding and technical assistance to California Native American Tribes, enhancing staff capacity to advance Tribes’ climate- and housing-related work. The goal of the program is to help Tribes develop long-term capacity to secure funding and implement Tribal-led climate- and housing-related projects. More details about the program can be found below: Eligible Applicants: California Native American Tribes listed on the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) Contact List as of February 2026, including federally recognized and non-federally recognized Tribes. Non-federally recognized Tribes must be registered with the California Secretary of State as a nonprofit, a for-profit corporation, or a limited liability company. Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHE) listed in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s National Directory of Tribes and TDHEs. Eligible Activities: The program funds staff salaries and activities that advance Tribes’ climate- and housing-related work. Activities may include planning, securing funding for, and implementing housing projects and related efforts to advance climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience. Funding Available for Round 2 Awards: Grantees may receive funding between $350,000 and $420,000 total for the three-year grant term. Grant Term Length: 36-month period Grant Availability Type: Competitive Match Funding Required: No Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity: The SGC will not require a waiver of sovereign immunity from Tribes who are receiving funds on a reimbursement basis. However, requests for advance pay will necessitate federally recognized Tribal awardees to sign a limited waiver of sovereign immunity. Disbursement Type: Reimbursement/advance pay for eligible entities Technical Assistance: In addition to providing funding, the program will offer grantees no-cost, flexible support that responds to each Tribe’s needs. The capacity building and technical assistance services offered include, but are not limited to: Grant application assistance; Grant management support; Planning support; Implementation assistance; Staff development; Economic development; Trainings and workshops; Partnership building; Peer learning
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.
NSF reopened its SBIR/STTR program with a July 27 full-proposal deadline, Project Pitches live again as of June 2, and three structural changes founders are missing: a $40M next-gen instrumentation pilot, an invitation-only Strategic Breakthrough tier worth up to $30M, and a Fast-Track lane. Here is how to read the restart and where the leverage actually is.
Read articleS. 3971 reauthorized SBIR/STTR through 2031 after the longest lapse in the program's history. Buried inside are a new $30M Strategic Breakthrough Award, per-company proposal caps arriving in FY2027, eight-watchlist foreign-risk screening, and bigger TABA budgets. Here is what each change means for who wins and who gets squeezed out.
Read articleNSF restarted its SBIR/STTR programs on May 31, 2026 after a multi-month hiatus, with a $250 million FY26 allocation, a Project Pitch portal reopen on June 2, and a first full-proposal deadline of July 27, 2026. The big structural changes: a new Strategic Breakthrough tier that extends invited Phase II companies up to $30 million, and a $40 million pilot for next-generation scientific instrumentation. Phase I tops out at $305K, Phase II at $1.25M, with November 4 and March 4, 2027 windows behind the July 27 first deadline. For deep-tech startups that watched the NIH SBIR omnibus go dark and DARPA pull back on conventional Phase II slots, this is the most consequential reopening of the year — and the Strategic Breakthrough tier is the first time NSF has competed directly with venture capital at growth-stage check sizes.
Read article