Nonprofit organizations operating in California must register with the state attorney general's charitable trust section and comply with state solicitation licensing requirements in addition to meeting federal IRS requirements for tax-exempt status. California's charity registration process helps protect residents from fraudulent fundraising operations.
Charity Nonprofit locations are available in 344 cities across California. They are spread across 47 counties.
Cities with the highest concentration include Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, which typically host large concentrations of nonprofits serving regional populations across health, human services, education, and arts sectors.
Donors in California can verify that a charity is properly registered with the state by contacting the California Attorney General's office or searching the state's online charity registration database before making a contribution.
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Nonprofits seeking grant funding in California should explore state-level grant programs administered through the California Department of Health, Department of Education, or community services block grant programs. Many California foundations also fund local nonprofits through competitive grant cycles that typically open annually.
Browse Charity Nonprofit by county across California to find the nearest location.