§ 12786 Community Services Block Grant Discretionary Funds

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•The state keeps up to 5% of a special fund (Community Services Block Grant) for extra projects.
•This money can be used for training, help, or special programs.
•Groups like small agencies and nonprofits can get this money, even if they don’t have a big board.

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A small nonprofit wants to start a job training program for people in need.

The state can use some of the 5% set-aside money to help pay for this program.

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§ 12786 Community Services Block Grant Discretionary Funds

The state shall set aside up to 5 percent of the total Community Services Block Grant for discretionary use for special projects, training, technical assistance, and special support programs. Entities eligible to receive these discretionary funds shall include, but not be limited to, limited purpose agencies as defined in subdivision (a) of Section 12775, and community-based nonprofit organizations without tripartite boards. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1436, Sec. 29. Repealed conditionally as prescribed by Section 12790.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

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Community Services Block Grant discretionary use limited purpose agencies community-based nonprofit organizations without tripartite boards

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Government Code. Section 12786.

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