Grants for Community Centers

Last updated October 18, 2026

Grantable tracks 125 active grants for community centers in its free grants database, drawn from 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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City Park Improvements Program (NM) Grant New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) · Foundation Not published · Varies The City Park Improvements Program in New Mexico aims to enhance city park facilities, promoting increased recreational opportunities for all residents.	Not published	Varies
Building Recreational Infrastructure for Communities, Kids, and Seniors Grant (NY BRICKS) (NY) New York State Dormitory Authority · Foundation Not published · $250K – $15M The NY BRICKS Initiative aims to enhance community well-being by funding the design, construction, and renovation of Community Centers throughout New York.	Not published	$250K – $15M
Fund For Siouxland Grant Siouxland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Fund For Siouxland Grant, managed by the Siouxland Community Foundation, supports charitable initiatives in the Siouxland area.	Not published	Up to $5K
Environment and Public Space- Improvement of Public Spaces in the Greater Philadelphia Region Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation is dedicated to enhancing public spaces in the Greater Philadelphia region through strategic funding.	Not published	Varies
LCRA Community Grants Lower Colorado River Authority · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The LCRA Community Grants program supports local communities with financial assistance of up to $50,000 for capital improvement projects aimed at enhancing community assets.	Not published	Up to $50K
BlueCross Healthy Places Grant Southern Health Plan Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies BlueCross Healthy Places aims to enhance community health by creating accessible spaces for physical activity.	Not published	Varies
Idaho Community Development Block Grant (CDBG): Public Facilities Construction and Improvements (ID) Idaho Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Varies The Idaho Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) supports public facilities construction and improvements in cities and counties with populations under 50,000.	Not published	Varies
Donald N. Tweedy Trust Grant Donald N Tweedy Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Donald N. Tweedy Trust Grant supports community organizations in Danbury, Connecticut, that focus on music. This grant aims to assist local entities where Danbury residents actively participate in musical performances.	Not published	Up to $40K
Amplify GR AMP the Good Grant Amplify GR · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K AMP the Good funds collaborative, neighborhood-led projects (up to $1,000) that build connections and enhance vibrancy in the Boston Square and Oakdale neighborhoods (49507, SE Grand Rapids, MI).	Rolling	Up to $1K
Bryan Area Foundation Grants Bryan Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bryan Area Foundation (Bryan, OH) makes grants to community-based projects/programs (recreation, education, athletics, cultural, youth & senior programs) via two tracks: standard grants for requests over $2,500 and Founders Grants for…	Not published	Varies
IMPACT: Quality of Place - Community Assets - Community Centers Grant Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The IMPACT: Quality of Place initiative aims to enhance community well-being, encourage civic pride, and stimulate tourism in Erie County by supporting community centers.	Not published	Up to $15K
Levitt Music Series Grants - AMP Mortimer and Mimi Levitt Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $120K The Levitt Music Series Grants - AMP offers a unique opportunity for U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits to receive matching grants of up to $40K per year, aimed at facilitating free outdoor concerts in small to mid-sized towns.	Not published	Up to $120K
RTP Storybook Trail Grant Ohio Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The RTP Storybook Trail Grant, offered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, promotes outdoor exploration through children's literature.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Improvement of Public Spaces in Greater Philadelphia RFP Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation's RFP invites proposals aimed at improving public spaces in Greater Philadelphia through inclusive design.	Not published	Varies
Advancing Communities Suzanne & Walter Scott Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $250K The Advancing Communities grant program helps communities across Nebraska and southwest Iowa develop or enhance spaces that are inviting to all citizens, enabling connection through social, recreational, historical and civic engagement.	Rolling	Up to $250K
Boating Facility Grant Program Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The Boating Facility Grant Program, established by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), aims to enhance public boating facilities across the Commonwealth.	Not published	Varies
Levitt VIBE Buffalo Music Series Grant Ralph Wilson Park Conservancy Inc · Foundation Not published · $40K	Not published	$40K
OAC Community Arts Learning Grants (Formerly Small Grant Support) Oklahoma Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The OAC Community Arts Learning Grants support community-based arts learning programs across Oklahoma, emphasizing the transformative power of the arts.	Not published	Up to $5K
J. Bulow Campbell Foundation Grant J Bulow Campbell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The J. Bulow Campbell Foundation, established in 1940, focuses on grantmaking in Atlanta and Georgia, prioritizing capital projects in education, youth development, human services, public spaces, and cultural institutions.	Not published	Varies
Northwest Neighborhoods Parks & Recreation Fund Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K – $35K The Northwest Neighborhoods Parks & Recreation Fund Grant, managed by the Oregon Community Foundation, supports the capital development and renovation of parks and recreation facilities in northwest Portland.	Not published	$4K – $35K
YMCA of San Diego County Financial Aid Program Grant YMCA of San Diego County · Foundation Not published · Varies The YMCA of San Diego County offers a Financial Aid Program through its ACCESS scholarship initiative, ensuring that everyone has the chance to participate in its community services.	Not published	Varies
USA 250 Semiquincentennial Funding Opportunity for California Public Libraries Grant California Library Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Applications received by the deadline above, will receive priority consideration. After this deadline, applications will be considered on a rolling basis while funds remain available, through Friday, March 27, 2026, 12 p.m. (noon).	Not published	Up to $4K
Rec for All - Fort Dupont Ice Arena Leisure and Competitive Programming Grant DC Department of Parks and Recreation · Foundation Not published · Up to $235K The DC Department of Parks and Recreation is offering the Rec for All - Fort Dupont Ice Arena Grant to support inclusive recreational programming for youth.	Not published	Up to $235K
YMCA of Hardin County Grants Central Kentucky Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program supporting YMCA of Hardin County initiatives through Central Kentucky Community Foundation.	Not published	Varies

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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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