At a glance
California Competes Grant Program FY 2026-27 is a California state competitive grant from California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) providing $5,000,000 to $36,000,000 for high-impact business expansion and job creation in california. Eligible applicants are businesses of any size expanding in or relocating to california that meet at least one statutory threshold (jobs, capital investment, or opportunity-area siting). The application deadline is August 4, 2026. Apply via business.ca.gov.
- Amount
- $5M–$36M
- Deadline
- Aug 4, 2026
- Type
- Competitive
- Status
- Closing soon
About this program
The California Competes Grant complements the state's tax-credit program with cash grants for businesses making major investments - at least 500 new full-time jobs or $250M capital investment, or expansion in high-poverty areas. R&D-intensive operations receive evaluation preference.
Who can apply
Businesses of any size expanding in or relocating to California that meet at least one statutory threshold (jobs, capital investment, or opportunity-area siting).
How to apply
Applications are submitted through the California Office of the Small Business Advocate online portal. Register your organization, complete the online application form, and upload a project narrative, budget and supporting documentation before the deadline. Late or incomplete submissions are not reviewed.
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