Grants for Community Centers

Last updated October 18, 2026

Grantable tracks 125 active grants for community centers in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 2 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 71 list an award amount, with a median of $50K.

Grants tracked: 125; from 111 funders
Median award: $50K; middle half $10K–$248K
Total listed funding: $34.4M; across 71 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 4; 7 with a published date

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Parks for All Grants -Hydro Flask Product Donations Hydro Flask · Foundation Not published · Varies Hydro Flask's Parks for All Grants offer product donations to U.S. non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations dedicated to enhancing public green spaces and recreational areas.	Not published	Varies
Community Facilities: Small Grants Kansas Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · $50K – $210K The Community Facilities: Small Grants Program empowers cities and counties to propose CDBG-eligible projects focused on impactful, smaller-scale improvements.	Not published	$50K – $210K
WA RCO: Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · $200K – $4.8M The WA RCO Land and Water Conservation Fund supports the acquisition and development of outdoor recreation resources, including parks and trails. Established in 1965, it aids states in enhancing public outdoor areas.	Not published	$200K – $4.8M
Mary Alice Warren Community Center (Lewisville) Programming Grants Shallow Ford Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Mary Alice Warren Community Center Programming Grants support nonprofit organizations in providing affordable and accessible programs in Lewisville.	Not published	Up to $5K
Blueprint to Build Grant Program Kansas Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · $1.5M – $2.5M The Blueprint to Build Grant Program aims to facilitate the establishment of community centers in Kansas by offering three pre-designed blueprints.	Not published	$1.5M – $2.5M
Vibrant Spaces Grant (WI) Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Vibrant Spaces Grant in Wisconsin aims to enhance community well-being by funding public space improvements. Local governments can apply for grants ranging from $25,000 to $50,000.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Pop-Up Libraries at Community Meal Sites' Grant Program California State Library · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pop-Up Libraries at Community Meal Sites grant program enables California public libraries to provide enriching literary resources at community meal sites during summer.	Not published	Varies
Neighborhood Collaboration Grant Fairmount Park Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies An annual grant that encourages park stewards to team up and collaborate with other public space advocates in their community, including library friends groups and recreation advisory council members.	Not published	Varies
T-Mobile Hometown Grants T-Mobile USA Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies T-Mobile Hometown Grants is a $25 million, five-year initiative to support the people and organizations who help small towns across America thrive and grow. Hometown Grants are given every quarter to up to 25 small towns.	Not published	Varies
City of Bellingham Community/Public Facility and Improvements Grants City of Bellingham · State Not published · $50K – $200K The City of Bellingham offers Community/Public Facility Improvement Grants aimed at enhancing facilities that benefit low-income individuals and areas.	Not published	$50K – $200K
NWT Recreation & Parks: Water Smart Grant NWT Recreation & Parks Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The NWT Recreation & Parks Water Smart Grant offers funding for organizations to host three community events focused on Water Smart topics.	Not published	Up to $750
General Grant Program Adolph Coors Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Preference is given to organizations exhibiting:	Not published	Varies
Rural YMCA Grant Program (IA) Iowa Economic Development Authority · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The Rural YMCA Grant Program in Iowa offers $250,000 to improve facility infrastructure at rural YMCA locations.	Not published	$10K – $100K
Detroit Parks Coalition 2026 Summer Parks Programming Grants The Kresge Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K Expanding Equity and Opportunity in America’s Cities The Kresge Foundation is a private, national foundation that works to expand equity and opportunities in America’s cities through grantmaking and social investing in arts and culture…	Not published	Up to $20K
City of Chicago Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) Somercor 504 Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K	Not published	Up to $250K
Ice Rink at Chester Park Fund The Almanor Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Raise funds annually to ensure that ice skating continues to be a winter activity in Chester for years to come	Not published	Varies
Community Center Mini-Grants Lowcountry Alliance for Model Communitie · Foundation Not published · Varies LAMC awards annual grants to support community-based improvement projects.	Not published	Varies
Astle-Alpaugh Family Foundation Grant Program The Astle-Alpaugh Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The Astle-Alpaugh Family Foundation Grant Program aims to enhance the well-being of individuals and families in Central New Jersey.	Not published	Up to $12K
Pacific Power / Rocky Mountain Power: Community Enhancement and Environmental Respect Grants Pacificorp Foundation Aka Pacific Power · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Pacific Power Foundation offers Community Enhancement and Environmental Respect Grants to support nonprofit organizations in the Pacific Power and Rocky Mountain Power service areas.	Not published	Up to $10K
Cole Center Family YMCA Restricted Fund Grant Noble County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cole Center Family YMCA Restricted Fund, established in 1997, supports the YMCA's mission to foster community through diverse programs and services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.	Not published	Varies
Best Starts for Kids: Capital Program (Priority 1) Grant King County Department of Community and Human Services · State Not published · Up to $5M Pre-Proposals are mandatory for all applicants and will determine applicant eligibility. Pre-Proposals will be reviewed for project eligibility and alignment with minimum qualifications.	Not published	Up to $5M
Watauga County Community Foundation- High Country Recreation Endowment Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Watauga County Community Foundation offers the High Country Recreation Endowment Grant to support local parks and recreational activities.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Towson University Community Art Center Towson University · State Not published · Varies The Community Art Center offers exceptional visual arts experiences for the Greater Baltimore community.	Not published	Varies
USGAA Structural Grant American Gaelic Games Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $250K The USGAA Structural Grant provides funding to GAA units (clubs and divisions) for structural work to build or improve playing facilities. This is a competitive grant program designed to support infrastructure development across the USGAA.	Not published	$5K – $250K

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About grants for community centers

Grants for community centers help nonprofits and local governments build, renovate, equip, and operate gathering spaces such as recreation centers, youth facilities, and multi-service hubs. In rural areas and small towns, USDA Rural Development's Community Facilities program offers direct loans, loan guarantees, and grants for essential facilities including community centers. Community foundations, corporate funders, and capital campaign grants from regional philanthropies also support center construction and programming.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for community centers award?

Of the 125 grants for community centers Grantable lists as of October 18, 2026, 71 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $50K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $248K. The largest is $6M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for community centers?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Kansas Department of Commerce (3), The William Penn Foundation (3), Biffa Award (2), California State Library (2), and Commerce CDBG (2). In all, 111 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for community centers due?

Of 125 grants listed, 4 accept applications on a rolling basis, 7 have a published upcoming deadline, 20 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 94 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for community centers?

Funding supports construction, expansion, renovation, equipment, and programming for community centers and similar facilities. USDA Rural Development's Community Facilities program funds essential community facilities, including community centers, in rural areas and towns, while urban and suburban projects often draw on Community Development Block Grant funds for public facilities. Foundations and corporate funders frequently support capital campaigns and specific programs.

Does USDA fund community centers?

Yes. USDA Rural Development's Community Facilities program provides direct loans, loan guarantees, and grants to build, renovate, or expand essential community facilities, including community centers, in rural areas and towns with populations up to 20,000. Eligible applicants include public entities, nonprofit corporations, and tribal governments, and funds can cover land acquisition, construction, and equipment. A related technical assistance program helps organizations prepare applications.

Can a community center get grants for construction and renovation?

Yes. Capital projects are eligible under several programs: USDA Community Facilities funding for rural facilities, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) public-facilities funds administered through local governments, and capital grants from foundations. Construction grants are competitive and often require matching funds, a feasibility study, and proof of community benefit, so a clear capital budget and demonstrated need strengthen applications.

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