How much funding does CDC Pre-Development Fund provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for CDC Pre-Development Fund?

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

How often is CDC Pre-Development Fund offered?

CDC Pre-Development Fund accepts applications on a rolling basis.

CDC Pre-Development Fund

Community Lift Corp

Foundation Rolling (Quarterly) Community Development Grants Capacity Building Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Rolling (quarterly review)

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since: April 2026

From the program guidelines: “Submission Type: Rolling basis applications”

Can we apply?

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Other requirements

Community Development Corporations (CDCs)

Overview

The CDC Predevelopment Grant Fund is specifically tailored to support the initiatives of CDCs in Memphis' under-resourced communities. It provides financial assistance for crucial predevelopment activities essential for continued success in driving neighborhood revitalization and fostering community development.

Geographic Scope: Memphis, Tennessee - under-resourced communities

Eligible Applicants:

Community Development Corporations (CDCs)

Site Assessments and Feasibility Studies

Costs associated with assessing potential project sites
Feasibility studies
Determining viability of proposed initiatives

Design and Planning

Conceptual designs
Architectural renderings
Master plans required to visualize and communicate project objectives

Community Engagement and Outreach

Community outreach programs
Public consultations
Stakeholder engagement activities
Ensuring community voices are heard and projects developed in collaboration with neighborhoods

Purpose: Designed to empower CDCs to overcome funding barriers, accelerate project initiation, and maximize their positive impact on underserved neighborhoods.

Application Status: Applications accepted on a rolling basis

Contact Information:

Director of Grants & Programs: michael@communitylift.org
Community LIFT Corp
1863 Madison Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104
Phone: (901) 521-4232
Website: communitylift.org

How to Apply

Application Process

Submission Type: Rolling basis applications

Documents Available:

CDC Pre-Development RFP

Contact for Questions and Applications:

Michael Cowan, Director of Grants & Programs
Email: michael@communitylift.org
Phone: (901) 521-4232

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What Community Lift Corp actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 17
Total given: $515K
Median grant: $20K
Range: $7,500–$180K

By dollars: Tennessee 97%, Illinois 3%. Top recipient cities: Memphis, TN; Chicago, IL.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
47% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.