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San Marcos Chamber of Commerce
San Marcos, CA · 310 members
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This month1 member story3 new businesses11 new members
Member news
Members in the news
News about San Marcos Chamber of Commerce's members from local outlets, checked against the article. Every story links to the source.
New members
Welcome, new members
Businesses that joined San Marcos Chamber of Commerce in the last 30 days, from its public member directory.
- Coldwell Banker TS Realty
- Double Peak Dental
- INFINITE POWER SUPPLY
- MOA Fitness
- Toys in House Collectibles
- Universidad Popular
- Dripping Detail LLC
- Infinite RV & Marine
- Blood Cancer United
- Jim Gruny
- Mobile Home Dreamin, LLC
Funding & programs
Opportunities
32 open for members · 5 for the chamber
TrainingCA · statewide
California Employment Training Panel (ETP) training funds
State funding for California employers to upgrade workers' skills through training that leads to good-paying, long-term jobs. The FY 2026-27 application window opened May 1, 2026 in the Cal-E-Force system.
- Amount
- The ETP is a funding agency, not a training agency.
- When
- Open now
Who can apply
The Employment Training Panel (ETP) provides funding to employers to assist in upgrading the skills of their workers through training that leads to good paying, long-term jobs.
GrantCA · statewide
2026 California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) — CalFresh RFP
Competitive grants for California farmers' markets, CSA sites, farm stands and small brick-and-mortar retailers to give CalFresh shoppers a dollar-for-dollar match on California-grown fruits and vegetables (funds cover the incentives, operations and outreach). $13.5 million expected; proposals are due November 3, 2026 at 5 p.m. PST through CDFA's GOATS portal.
- Amount
- Between $50,000 and $12,500,000 (Est. Amounts); Est. Available Funds $13,500,000; Funding Method: Reimbursement(s)
- When
- Apply by Nov 3
Ag-related
Who can apply
CDFA-F2F is seeking project proposals from qualified entities to distribute nutrition incentives at Certified Farmers’ Markets, Certified Mobile Farmers’ Markets, Community Supported Agriculture sites, farm stands, and small brick and mortar retailers throughout California. Incentives should be available to shoppers using CalFresh benefits to purchase California grown-fresh fruits and vegetables.
SBA disaster loanCA · disaster area
SBA Offers Relief to California Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Drought (CA-20043)
Small businesses and private nonprofits in the declared counties with economic losses from drought beginning Oct. 1, 2025 can apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (up to $2 million; agricultural producers, farmers and ranchers are not eligible except aquaculture). Economic injury applications are due December 7, 2026; covered counties include California: Fresno, Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Mono, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Tulare.
- Amount
- The loan amount can be up to $2 million with interest rates as low as 4% for small businesses and 3.625% for PNPs with terms up to 30 years.
- When
- Apply by Dec 7
Ag-related
Who can apply
Under this declaration, SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries, and PNPs — including faith‑based organizations — with financial losses directly related to the disaster. The SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for small aquaculture enterprises.
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SBA disaster loanCA · disaster area
SBA Disaster Loans — California: Garden Grove Hazmat Incident (CA-20044)
SBA low-interest economic injury disaster loans (EIDL) for Garden Grove Hazmat Incident (incident period May 21, 2026 through May 29, 2026) — primary: Orange (CA); contiguous: Los Angeles (CA), Riverside (CA), San Bernardino (CA), San Diego (CA). Businesses, small agricultural cooperatives and private nonprofits (economic injury only) can apply; economic injury (EIDL) applications due March 11, 2027.
- Amount
- The Interest Rates are (percent): Business and Small Agricultural Cooperatives without Credit Available Elsewhere 4.000; Private Non-Profit Organizations without Credit Available Elsewhere 3.625
- When
- Apply by Mar 11, 2027
Who can apply
The Interest Rates are (percent): Business and Small Agricultural Cooperatives without Credit Available Elsewhere 4.000; Private Non-Profit Organizations without Credit Available Elsewhere 3.625
TrainingNational
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses – business education program
Business education program for established small business owners, run in local in-person cohorts and a national online cohort. Applicants should be an owner or co-owner of a business operating at least two years, with revenue of $75,000 or more in one of the past two fiscal years and at least two employees including the owner. Applications are due about three months before a cohort starts: apply by October 2026 for the February–May 2027 national cohort.
- When
- Open now
Who can apply
Does your business have revenue of $75K or more in one of the past two fiscal years?
GrantNational
R4R Mitigation Grant – $5,000 for pre-disaster projects (Fall 2026)
New for fall 2026: small businesses that take a 15–30 minute disaster resilience course on Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform between September 29 and November 15 become eligible to apply for a $5,000 grant for a pre-disaster mitigation project at their business.
- Amount
- a $5,000 Mitigation Grant supporting pre-disaster mitigation projects at your business
- When
- Apply by Nov 15
Who can apply
Between September 29 and November 15, take a 15-30 minute small business disaster resilience course on Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform to become eligible to apply for a $5,000 Mitigation Grant supporting pre-disaster mitigation projects at your business.
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Walmart Spark Good Local Grants
Walmart stores, Sam's Clubs and distribution centers give local grants of $250 to $5,000 to 501(c)(3) charities, schools, government entities and faith-based community projects in their service area. The current cycle runs August 1 to November 30; chambers (501(c)(6)) are not eligible.
- Amount
- Grant amounts range from $250 to $5,000.
- When
- Apply by Nov 30
Who can apply
Eligible entities must be a: 501(c)(3) public charity: [...] Government entity (non-501(c)(3)): [...] School: [...] Church or other faith-based organization with a proposed project that benefits the community at large [...] Note: Non-charities, including but not limited to organizations such as 501(c)(4)s, (c)(6)s, and (c)(19)s like homeowner’s associations, civic leagues, or volunteer fire companies, are not eligible.
AcceleratorNational
Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program
The Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program is a year-long fellowship for women-owned businesses with at least $75,000 in annual revenue, including a $2,000 education grant. Applications for the 2027 cohort are open September 22 to November 17, 2026, and applying is free.
- Amount
- $2,000 education grant (FAQ)
- When
- Apply by Nov 17
Majority (51% or more) owned and controlled by womenA woman entrepreneur who owns the largest or equally largest stake in a qualifying business
Who can apply
For profit, from any industry; Majority (51% or more) owned and controlled by women; Generating minimum of $75,000 annually. There is no maximum revenue requirement.; Formed under United States law and operating in the United States
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HerRise MicroGrant
HerSuiteSpot's HerRise MicroGrant funds women-owned US businesses with under $1 million in revenue; each month's applications close on the last day of the month. There is a $15 application fee.
- When
- Open now
Contest$15 feeWomen-owned business
Who can apply
Women-owned business; Businesses currently registered in the US; Less than $1 million in gross revenue; Non-profits, franchise, direct seller, authorized reseller or independent consultant not eligible
GrantNational
Galaxy Grants
Hidden Star's Galaxy Grant awards $2,500 and is free to apply. The current deadline is October 31, 2026, with winners announced the following week.
- Amount
- $2,500 Galaxy Grant – FREE to Apply!
- When
- Apply by Oct 31
Contestsupporting women & minority business owners
Who can apply
Each of these contests will be separate and are open only to persons over 18 years of age and who has set up any free or paid Galaxy of Stars membership account prior to or concurrent with entering or participating in the contest.Quoted from galaxyofstars.org →
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Amber Grants
WomensNet awards three $10,000 Amber Grants to women-owned businesses every month, and three $50,000 grants at year end. Each month's entry period ends on the last day of the month; there is a $15 application fee with a fee waiver on request.
- Amount
- Each month, three (3) $10,000 Amber Grants will be awarded. [...] three (3) of the monthly winners will receive an additional $50,000 Year-End Grant.
- When
- Open now
Contest$15 feewomen (18 years or older) who own at least 50% of a business
Who can apply
Open to women (18 years or older) who own at least 50% of a business based in the United States or Canada. Eligible businesses include pre-revenue ventures, idea-stage startups, and revenue-generating nonprofit organizations. Nonprofits whose primary activity is charitable giving are not eligible.Quoted from ambergrantsforwomen.com →
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Verizon Small Business Digital Ready $10,000 national grant
Verizon and LISC select 10 small businesses each month from June through December 2026 for $10,000 grants. Owners unlock the one-time application by completing two free Digital Ready courses or events in 2026.
- Amount
- 10 small businesses will be selected for grants each month [...] $10,000 grants
- When
- Open now
Random drawingContest
Who can apply
Owners of for-profit small businesses based in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands who are 18 or older may apply. Owners of multiple businesses may apply for one business only.
GrantCA · statewide
Replacing, Removing, or Upgrading Underground Storage Tanks Grant
Grants of up to 100 percent of eligible costs for small California businesses to remove, replace or upgrade underground storage tanks (USTs) to meet state rules. Applicants must have fewer than 20 employees and be independently owned.
- Amount
- Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The applicant is a small business that employs fewer than 20 full-time and part-time employees, is independently owned and operated, and is not dominant in its field of operation.Quoted from grants.ca.gov →
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NASE Growth Grants
NASE gives members grants of up to $4,000 for specific business needs such as marketing, hiring or equipment. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly; NASE membership is required.
- Amount
- Apply for a business development grant from the NASE worth up to $4,000!
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Membership required
Who can apply
To be eligible, the applicant must be a member in good standing at the time of application and must maintain such good standing continuously through the date on which the award is conferred.
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Freed Fellowship Grant
Freed Fellowship picks one US small business owner each month for a $500 grant, and Fellows are considered for a $2,500 year-end grant. Applications are rolling and cost $19.
- Amount
- Each month we select one Freed Fellow as the recipient of a $500 no-strings-attached grant. Fellows are then considered for our $2,500 year-end grant.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Contest$19 fee
Who can apply
Any micro or small business owner in the US is eligible. We especially encourage women, minorities and others considered underrepresented or overlooked to apply.
Tax creditCA · statewide
California Competes Tax Credit (CCTC)
Negotiated state income tax credits for businesses of any size that will create full-time jobs and invest in California. The next FY 2026-27 application periods are Jan. 4-25, 2027 and March 1-15, 2027.
- Amount
- over $180 million available in tax credits
- When
- Opens in January 2027
Who can apply
Businesses of any industry, size, or location compete for over $180 million available in tax credits by applying in one of the three application periods each year.
AcceleratorNational
Cultivate Small Business
Santander's free Cultivate Small Business program gives early-stage food businesses a 12-week curriculum, mentorship and capital grants. Applications for the spring cohort are accepted November through January.
- Amount
- capital grants
- When
- Opens in November
Who can apply
In operation for at least one year; Are working full time in the business and have fewer than 10 total full-time equivalent employees; Revenues between $25,000 and $1,000,000 in the last calendar year; Located in the United States
LoanCA · statewide
GoGreen Business energy-efficiency financing
State-backed financing for small and medium California businesses and nonprofits served by PG&E, SDG&E, SCE or SoCalGas to pay for energy-efficiency and clean-energy upgrades, with 100% of project costs financed and no money down, optionally repaid on the utility bill.
- Amount
- 100% of energy-saving project costs financed with no money down
- When
- Open now
Who can apply
Business or nonprofit applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria: 100 or fewer employees Annual revenue of less than $16 million
LoanCA · statewide
Ascendus Business Term Loan
Ascendus, a nonprofit CDFI lender, offers small business term loans of up to $100,000 to owners who need money to grow their business, available to businesses nationwide except in Vermont.
- Amount
- For small business owners who need money to grow their business, Ascendus offers loans up to $100,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
For small business owners who need money to grow their business, Ascendus offers loans up to $100,000. Qualified businesses will be located nationwide, except in Vermont.
LoanCA · statewide
Prestamos CDFI Small Business Loans
Prestamos CDFI offers small business loans in various sizes to startups and new and existing small businesses in Arizona, Nevada, California, Texas and New Mexico.
- Amount
- Small Business Loans are available in various sizes
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Available wherever we do business: Arizona, Nevada, California, Texas and New Mexico
LoanCA · statewide
DreamSpring Small Business Loan
DreamSpring, a nonprofit CDFI, makes small business loans of $1,000 to $250,000 (24-72 month terms, fixed rate) to startups and existing businesses in 27 states for equipment, inventory, leasehold improvements, supplies, vehicles and working capital.
- Amount
- DreamSpring small business loans range from $1,000 to $250,000 with a term of 24-72 months and a fixed interest rate .
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Whether you’re a startup entrepreneur or existing small business owner, DreamSpring small business loans are designed to fit your business needs.
LoanCA · statewide
AmPac SBA 7(a) Community Advantage Loan
AmPac Business Capital, a CDFI and SBA lender, makes SBA 7(a) Community Advantage loans of up to $350,000 with as little as 10% equity to California small businesses that may not qualify for traditional financing.
- Amount
- Loan amounts up to $350,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The program supports small business growth, job creation, and economic development by making capital more accessible to eligible businesses that might not qualify for traditional financing .
RebateCA · county program
SD EnergyEdge (commercial equipment rebates)
Rebates for SDG&E commercial customers (retail, office and wholesale businesses such as shops, offices and warehouses) that upgrade to or install high-efficiency equipment or systems such as HVAC, insulation and process motors; apply online, with contractor referrals available.
- Amount
- SD EnergyEdge provides rebates for various equipment types including HVAC, insulation, and process motors.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
The SD EnergyEdge program offers rebates to San Diego Gas & Electric® commercial customers when they upgrade to or install new, high-efficiency equipment or systems.
LoanCA · statewide
Accion Opportunity Fund Small Business Term Loan
Accion Opportunity Fund, a national nonprofit CDFI, offers small business term loans up to $250,000 with repayment terms up to 36 months for businesses with at least 2 years in business and $300,000+ in annual sales.
- Amount
- Loans up to $250k
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Must be at least 18 years or older Minimum 2 years in business $300,000+ in annual sales 20% ownership of business All shareholders must be either a US citizen or permanent resident
0% loanCA · statewide
Kiva U.S. 0% interest loans
Kiva U.S. offers crowdfunded 0% interest loans of $1,000 to $15,000 for U.S. small business owners, with no fees, no collateral and no minimum credit score. Borrowers first invite friends, family and others to lend during a private fundraising period, then crowdfund publicly on Kiva; businesses in Nevada and North Dakota are not accepted.
- Amount
- you can qualify for a no-interest, no-fee, and no-collateral loan between $1,000-$15,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Your business must be registered within the United States, and you must physically reside in the United States, in order to be eligible for a Kiva U.S. loan.Quoted from kiva.org →
Technical assistanceCA · statewide
California SBDC — no-cost business advising
California's SBDC network provides no-cost counseling, customized training and help with funding options for small businesses, serving all 58 counties through local centers. Find your local SBDC to request confidential advising.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Our expert advisors provide comprehensive, no-cost counseling, customized training, and various funding options to help small businesses succeed.
LoanCA · statewide
Replacing, Removing, or Upgrading Underground Storage Tanks Loan
Loans of up to 100 percent of eligible costs for California small businesses to upgrade, remove or replace underground storage tanks, including corrective action. Applicants must have fewer than 500 employees and be independently owned.
- Amount
- Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The loan applicant is a small business that employs fewer than 500 full-time and part-time employees, is independently owned and operated, and is not dominant in its field of operation.Quoted from grants.ca.gov →
LoanCA · statewide
Recycling Market Development Zone Revolving Loan Program
CalRecycle loans for California businesses and nonprofits to finance equipment and facility improvements that promote recycling, repair, reuse or source reduction. The stated interest rate is approximately 4.00%.
- Amount
- Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Eligible Applicants: 1) Private, for-profit entities 2) Nonprofit organizations (except private schools) 3) Local government entities Cities, counties, and cities and counties Regional or local sanitation agencies, waste agencies, and joint powers authorityQuoted from grants.ca.gov →
Disaster helpNational
Small Business Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) – $5,000 disaster recovery grant
Small businesses with 500 or fewer employees register in advance by completing a free five-minute preparedness checklist; if their county later comes under a state emergency or disaster declaration and they have at least $5,000 in uncovered losses, they can apply for a $5,000 recovery grant. Nonprofits are not funded.
- Amount
- Selected businesses receive $5,000 and must document at least $5,000 in disaster-related losses.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
500 employees or fewer Complete the free checklist (5 minutes) Located in the U.S. or territories (includes Puerto Rico, Guam, Virgin Islands, etc.)
Technical assistanceNational
APEX Accelerators — no-cost government contracting help
APEX Accelerators (the program formerly known as the Procurement Technical Assistance Program), supported by the Department of War's Office of Small Business Programs, offer no-cost guidance and one-on-one help for businesses entering or growing in federal, state and local government contracting, through more than 300 offices nationwide. Use the service-area locator to find your local office.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The APEX Accelerators program provides the education and training to ensure that all businesses become capable of participating in federal, state, and local government contracts.Quoted from apexaccelerators.us →
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SCORE — free business mentoring
SCORE offers free, confidential mentoring, for the life of your business, to any aspiring or established owner of a U.S.-based business, in all industries and stages; nonprofits are also served. Enter your ZIP code on the page to be matched with a mentor.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
SCORE mentoring is a free service offered to any aspiring or established owners of a U.S.-based business.
LoanCA · statewide
Working Solutions Small Business Loans
Working Solutions lends $5,000 to $100,000 at an 11% fixed rate on 3- or 5-year terms to start-up and early-stage California businesses, with no minimum revenue or credit score and free business consulting.
- Amount
- AMOUNT $5,000 to $100,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
$50 fee
Who can apply
1. Business must be located in California (or plan to locate in California, if the business is a start-up).Quoted from workingsolutions.org →
LoanCA · statewide
Main Street Launch Statewide Community Advantage Loans
Main Street Launch makes SBA Community Advantage loans of up to $350,000 (terms up to 10 years) to new or existing for-profit businesses located anywhere in California for equipment, inventory, payroll, operating expenses or refinancing.
- Amount
- Amount: up to $350,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Fee
Who can apply
Main Street Launch provides loans to businesses throughout the state of California through the SBA’s Community Advantage program.
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LiftFund Small Business Loans
LiftFund, a nonprofit CDFI, makes small business loans for working capital, equipment, inventory, leasehold improvements, vehicles and commercial real estate to startups and existing businesses, including owners with limited credit, collateral or experience.
- Amount
- financing options can range from $500 to $1 Million
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Fee
Who can apply
Whether you have limited credit, collateral or experience, we’ll work with you to find funding that allows you to build your credit and improve your finances. LiftFund offers small business loans to entrepreneurs nationwide.
For San Marcos Chamber of Commerce
Grants and programs the chamber itself can apply for.
GrantCA · statewide
EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance — Seattle Regional Office (FY 2021–2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for economic development planning and local technical assistance (such as feasibility studies, impact analyses, disaster resiliency plans and project planning) in economically distressed areas, handled by EDA's Seattle Regional Office. Award ceiling $300,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a continuing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $300,000; Award Floor $0
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Pursuant to section 3 of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. § 3122) (PWEDA) and EDA’s regulation at 13 C.F.R. § 300.3, the following types of entities are eligible to receive funding assistance from EDA: 1. District Organizations (as defined in 13 C.F.R. § 300.3); 2. Indian Tribes or a consortium of Indian Tribes; 3. States, cities, or other political subdivisions of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; 4. Institutions of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or 5. Public or private non-profit organizations or associations acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State.
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EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2021 and 2022. Award ceiling $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $483,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
District Organization; Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; Institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or Public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. The project of an eligible applicant must be able to meet area eligibility requirements to be considered for funding under this Disaster Supplemental NOFO. Such eligibility is predicated upon the project being located in or primarily serving one or more communities impacted by Hurricanes Ian and Fiona, and of wildfires, flooding, and other natural disasters occurring in calendar years 2021 and 2022. More specifically, consistent with 13 C.F.R. parts 301 and 307, EDA will determine area eligibility pursuant to the applicable Federal disaster declaration under the Stafford Act, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) designation of areas as eligible for public assistance or individual assistance due to the declared disasters listed on FEMA’s website (www.fema.gov/disaster/). For construction projects (including design and engineering), the project must be located within an eligible county. For non-construction projects, the project’s scope of work must primarily benefit eligible counties, and stakeholders representing those eligible counties must be directly engaged in the project.
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EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance (FY 2025 PWEAA NOFO)
EDA grants for public works infrastructure and economic adjustment projects that support economic development in distressed communities and regions. Awards from $100,000 up to $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on an ongoing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $100,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Pursuant to Section 3(4) of PWEDA (42 U.S.C. § 3122(4)(a)) and 13 C.F.R. § 300.3 (Eligible Recipient), eligible applicants for EDA financial assistance under the Public Works and EAA programs include a(n): (i) District Organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District; (ii) Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; (iii) State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; (iv) institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or (v) public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. Individuals and for-profit entities are not eligible for funding under this NOFO.
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EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2025 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2023 and 2024. Award ceiling $50,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $50,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $1,447,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Eligible applicants under the FY25 Disaster program include a(n): District organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District (EDD); Indian tribe or a consortium of Indian tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a state, including a special purpose unit of a state or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions, institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; public or private nonprofit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a state; an economic development organization; or a public-private partnership for public infrastructure. EDA is not authorized to provide grants or cooperative agreements to individuals or for-profit entities under this NOFO. Applications from individuals or for-profit entities will not be considered for funding.
LoanCA · statewide
Recycling Market Development Zone Revolving Loan Program
CalRecycle loans for California businesses and nonprofits to finance equipment and facility improvements that promote recycling, repair, reuse or source reduction. The stated interest rate is approximately 4.00%.
- Amount
- Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Eligible Applicants: 1) Private, for-profit entities 2) Nonprofit organizations (except private schools) 3) Local government entities Cities, counties, and cities and counties Regional or local sanitation agencies, waste agencies, and joint powers authorityQuoted from grants.ca.gov →
Retired programs (4) — still listed on many chamber sites; don’t send members here
- California Dream FundEnded
A one-time state program that gave microgrants of up to $10,000 to new entrepreneurs after training at participating centers. It has ended; no training or applications are being offered.
Official page: California Dream Fund - Fast Break for Small BusinessEnded
Fast Break for Small Business, run by LegalZoom and Accion Opportunity Fund, ended after its final round in 2024. It is no longer accepting applications.
Official page: Fast Break for Small Business - FedEx Small Business Grant ContestEnded
FedEx retired its Small Business Grants Program, which ran from 2012 through 2024. Lists that still show it are out of date.
Official page: FedEx Small Business Grant Contest - T-Mobile Hometown GrantsEnded
T-Mobile's Hometown Grants, up to $50,000 for projects in towns under 50,000 people, ended with its final 26 recipients announced June 25, 2026. It is no longer accepting applications.
Official page: T-Mobile Hometown Grants
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Membership at a glance
310 businesses in the directory we track.
Top categories
- Non-profit organizations17
- Restaurants14
- Construction8
- Insurance8
- Attorney6
- Banking6
- Education6
- Fitness6
Top towns
- San Marcos217
- Escondido23
- San Diego21
- Vista12
- Carlsbad11
- Oceanside4
- Encinitas3
- Coronado1
From the chamber’s public member directory, last checked Oct 15, 2026.