Nonprofit Grants General Information
The City of Elk Grove has a long history of supporting local nonprofit organizations benefiting the residents of Elk Grove and offers several annual grant funding opportunities to support services being provided in the community.
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Community Service Grant (CSG) programs offer funding for a variety of public service activities, housing programs, and public facility improvements. While the Event Sponsorship Grant (ESG) program supports organizations hosting special events that benefits the Elk Grove community. Please scroll further down this page for a brief overview of each grant program and links to learn more.
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Current Public Notices
Application Period
The application period for the FY 2026-2027 CDBG, CSG, and ESG programs is now closed.
The next application cycle is expected to open in January 2027 for funding in the following fiscal year. Organizations interested in applying are encouraged to check back at that time for updated information and deadlines. Annual amounts awarded are subject to funding and City Council approval through the annual budget process.
Learn More. Attend a Webinar.
City staff hosted an application technical assistance webinar on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 for the FY 2026-2027 funding cycle. The webinar included an overview of the eligibility requirements, program guidelines, and the application process. While the application period is now closed, prospective applicants and interested organizations are encouraged to review the recorded webinar and presentation slides as a helpful resource for future funding cycles.
Community Development Block Grant
The CDBG program funds public service activities, housing programs, and public facility improvements that benefit low-income Elk Grove residents. The program is supported by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Since 2003, the City has used CDBG funds to support senior and youth programs, upgrade nonprofit facilities, run housing programs, and complete accessibility improvements throughout the City, among other activities. Learn more about the CDBG program.
Community Service Grants
The CSG Program provides funding to local and regional nonprofit organizations that serve residents of Elk Grove. The program is organized into two funding categories: CSG Traditional and CSG Capital Projects.
CSG Traditional funding supports programs and activities that directly benefit Elk Grove residents by enhancing quality of life, strengthening community engagement, and expanding access to local services. Eligible nonprofits may apply for up to $100,000 in CSG Traditional funding annually.
CSG Capital Projects offers one-time funding for capital improvements, equipment, and essential supplies that help organizations carry out their mission and improve service delivery to the Elk Grove community.
Through the CSG Program, grant funding supports a wide range of public services and arts initiatives. Past investments have helped provide senior meal programs, emergency food distribution, services for individuals experiencing homelessness, staffing for youth and senior programs, utility assistance, and other vital community services.
Event Sponsorship Grants
The ESG program offers support for Elk Grove-based nonprofit organizations that wish to host a special event with citywide significance that benefits the Elk Grove community. This program provides direct funding, City facility use, and in-kind services. Learn more about the Event Sponsorship Grant program.
Grantee Portal Access
Current funded organizations may access grant information through the the City’s online grants management system (WebGrants). This system is used to submit required reports, request reimbursements, and manage grant-related documentation. Grantees should log in using their assigned credentials; if you need assistance accessing your account, please contact City staff for support.
Special Funding Opportunities
Occasionally the City has additional funding resources available to support organizations, programs, and activities that benefit Elk Grove residents. These funding opportunities are typically limited one-time grants that address a specific need. Past examples of special funding opportunities include the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act of 2020 Nonprofit Grant and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) Nonprofit Grant programs which aided in our community’s response to the novel coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19).
Notice of special funding opportunities are distributed through City communication channels and will be posted on this webpage. To receive email announcements please enter your email and organization under “Sign up for Updates” below to be added to the contact list.
