Community Development & Employment Grants

Last updated October 28, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,253 active community development & employment grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 74 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,478 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 3,253; from 1,981 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$150K
Total listed funding: $515.8M; across 1,478 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 130; 146 with a published date

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The Greater Mount Hope Community Fund Grant Beckley Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The Greater Mount Hope Community Fund, initiated in 2007 by dedicated citizens, aims to revitalize the historic Mt. Hope area through community-driven programs and fundraising.	Not published	Up to $35K
ROGC Civic Contribution Grant River Oaks Garden Club · Foundation Not published · Varies The River Oaks Garden Club, founded in 1927, is dedicated to enhancing the Houston community through conservation, horticulture, and civic beautification.	Not published	Varies
Niskayuna Community Foundation Grant The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Niskayuna Community Foundation Grant supports innovative projects addressing community needs, offering funding between $1,000 and $5,000 for a variety of fields, including arts, education, and health.	Not published	Up to $10K
Gail Miller Utah Impact Fund The Community Foundation of Utah · Foundation Not published · Varies A Community Impact Fund at the Community Foundation of Utah that pools resources and harnesses the power of collective giving to maximize impact.	Not published	Varies
Façade Improvement Grant Program Intown Concord · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Build Back Better Regional Challenge Grant Southeast Michigan Grants Coalition · Foundation Not published · $52.2M The Global Epicenter of Mobility (GEM) coalition, led by the Detroit Regional Partnership Foundation, received this EDA funding to transform the Detroit area's legacy automotive industry into a highly competitive advanced mobility cluster.	Not published	$52.2M
Northeast Heritage Economy Program Preservation League of New York State · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Destination Development Grant (ND) North Dakota Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Varies The Destination Development Grant (ND) provides $15 million in funding to enhance tourism in North Dakota for the 2025-2027 biennium.	Not published	Varies
Texas Solar for All Coalition EPA Grant Texas Solar Energy Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $250M A historic federal grant awarded to the Texas Solar for All Coalition to deliver residential solar to more than 46,000 low-income and disadvantaged communities and households across Texas.	Not published	$250M
WEDC Capacity Building Grants (WI) Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The WEDC Capacity Building Grants aim to enhance local development efforts in Wisconsin by supporting nonprofit organizations and educational institutions.	Not published	Up to $50K
Placemaking Grant Downtown Long Beach Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies The DLBA awards placemaking grants to support projects that activate public spaces, improve community gathering areas, and enhance the vibrancy of Downtown Long Beach through creative projects.	Not published	Varies
Ste. Genevieve County Community Foundation: Economic Development Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ste. Genevieve County Community Foundation supports economic development initiatives aimed at enhancing community quality of life.	Not published	Varies
Community Self-Determination Grant NDN Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $200K Significant, flexible, multi-year funding supporting community-based and community-driven sustainable solutions in defense, development, and decolonization of Indigenous peoples and lands.	Not published	$200K
SER YouthBuild Construction Institute Ser Metro Detroit Jobs for Progress Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Film Festival Support and Promotion Grant Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade · Foundation Not published · Varies The Film Festival Support and Promotion Grant, provided by the Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade, offers financial assistance to over 40 film festivals annually in Colorado.	Not published	Varies
Wellspring Fund Headwaters Foundation for Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ImpactFool (IF) Fund The Motley Fool Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300K A venture philanthropy fund that identifies, funds, and supports early-stage nonprofits with innovative models demonstrating great potential for helping Americans take their next step toward Financial Freedom.	Not published	$300K
Community Development Block Grant - Economic Development (NE) Nebraska Department of Economic Development · Foundation Not published · $125K – $1M The Community Development Block Grant - Economic Development (NE) aims to enhance Nebraska's economic base by supporting for-profit businesses that create quality jobs for low- and moderate-income individuals.	Not published	$125K – $1M
Hawkins Charitable Foundation Grant Allen W & Gladys Hawkins Charitable Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hawkins Charitable Foundation Grant, established in honor of Allen W. and Gladys Hawkins, aims to support community betterment projects in Osawatomie, Kansas.	Not published	Varies
Partners for Places Equity Pilot Initiative The Funders Network Inc · Foundation Not published · $405K A two-year pilot program created as part of The Funders Network's ongoing commitment to equity and inclusion.	Not published	$405K
Grant Cycle II Vigran Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant Cycle II is the second of three annual grant cycles offered by the Wayne County Foundation to support programs and projects for local nonprofit organizations that enhance the spirit of the community and improve the quality of life…	Not published	Varies
FY 2025 EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs Economic Development Administration · Federal Not published · $100K – $30M PLEASE FIND THE NOFO IN THE 'DOCUMENTS' SECTION OF THIS POST This opportunity has been updated as of September 17, 2025 Program Overview: EDA has authority to provide grants to meet the full range of communities’ and regions’ economic…	Not published	$100K – $30M
Stanley Area Community Foundation Grants Mountrail Bethel Home Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $53K Maintain a permanent source of funding for projects in the community of Stanley and the immediate surrounding area. Past Awards to Mountrail County Health Foundation:	Not published	$5K – $53K
Culture and the Arts – Village Trust Initiative Preservation Trust of Vermont · State Not published · Up to $35M This is the final round for program application.	Not published	Up to $35M

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About community development grants

Community development grants fund efforts to revitalize neighborhoods through affordable housing, public facilities, infrastructure, business assistance, and services for low- and moderate-income residents. HUD's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, authorized under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, is the flagship federal source, providing formula grants to states, cities, and counties. National intermediaries like LISC and Enterprise Community Partners, plus the Treasury's CDFI Fund, channel additional capital into community development.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do community development & employment grants award?

Of the 3,253 community development & employment grants Grantable lists as of October 28, 2026, 1,478 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $150K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most community development & employment grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (23), Economic Development Authority (22), Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (21), Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) (17), and Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (16). In all, 1,981 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are community development & employment grants due?

Of 3,253 grants listed, 130 accept applications on a rolling basis, 146 have a published upcoming deadline, 427 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 2,550 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 48% fall in October–December.

What community development grants are available?

Eligible community development activities include housing rehabilitation and development, micro-enterprise and business assistance, infrastructure, public facilities, planning, public services, and removal of architectural barriers. The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is the primary federal program, supplemented by funding from intermediaries and foundations. Projects generally must benefit low- and moderate-income communities.

Who funds community development?

HUD administers the Community Development Block Grant program, distributing formula grants to states, cities, and counties that then fund local projects. National community development intermediaries such as LISC and Enterprise Community Partners, along with the U.S. Treasury's CDFI Fund and local community foundations, provide loans and grants. Most CDBG funds reach nonprofits through their local or state government.

How does a nonprofit access CDBG funds?

CDBG dollars flow from HUD to your city, county, or state, which run their own application cycles and consolidated planning processes; nonprofits apply to that local jurisdiction rather than directly to HUD. Identify whether your community is an "entitlement" city or county or is served through the state program, then track that jurisdiction's annual action plan and application timeline. Aligning your project with the jurisdiction's stated priorities is essential.

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