Grants and Opportunities
CDSS grants support research-driven programs that improve child, family, and community well-being in California through social, protective, and economic services, including child abuse prevention and refugee support.
Funder: California Department of Social Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Varies by program; funding supports social, economic, and protective services for children, families, and communities.
Summary: Provides grants to support services and programs enhancing the well-being of children, families, refugees, and vulnerable communities in California.
Description
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) offers a range of grant and funding opportunities designed to support social, economic, and protective services for children, families, refugees, and communities across California. These grants aim to foster robust support systems, prevent child abuse, and provide assistance to vulnerable populations through specialized funding streams. Opportunities may include, but are not limited to, programs addressing child abuse prevention, refugee services, guaranteed income pilots, and other community-based social service initiatives.
