Not open / waitlist
What you can get
A possible state income-tax credit for an approved business growth plan.
Who it's for
Businesses planning to start, stay or grow in California and meet hiring or investment commitments.
What you need to know
- Applications are between rounds as of October 30, 2026.
- Awards are competitive and tied to an approved agreement.
- Your business must meet the hiring and investment promises in that agreement.
More details and sources
Full program information
Official program name: California Competes Tax Credit
Benefits and limits
Competitive California income-tax credit tied to negotiated hiring and investment commitments.
Full requirements
Businesses of any size or industry planning to locate, stay or grow in California may compete. GO-Biz evaluates economic benefits and negotiates an agreement with milestones; an award is not automatic.
Read the program's requirements Checked Oct 30, 2026
Summary of key conditions. Confirm the full current checklist with the provider before applying.
Other conditions
The published statewide allocation is a competitive pool, not an award available to each applicant. The credit requires approval and compliance with the negotiated agreement.
Availability and area
Between application rounds
Applications are between published rounds on October 30, 2026. GO-Biz lists the next window as January 4–25, 2027, followed by March 1–15, 2027. Confirm the schedule before applying.
Read the status update Checked Oct 30, 2026
The provider describes a California or nationwide program whose geographic scope includes Desert Hot Springs. Business, ownership, project and underwriting requirements still apply.
Areas listed in the source
Desert Hot Springs
Where this information comes from
Information collected Oct 30, 2026.
Reviewed against current GO-Biz program dates on October 30, 2026. A negotiated tax credit is different from a direct grant or loan.
DHSed is an independent guide. The program makes the final decision about help, amounts and rules.