Community Development & Employment Grants

Community Development & Employment Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

3,314 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
MOUNT DORA COMMUNITY TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mount Dora Community Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mount Dora Community Trust Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The Mount Dora Community Trust Grant aims to support local organizations facing…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mountain Grove Area Affiliate Grantmaking Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary The Mountain Grove Area…

US $25,000 - US $50,000
SOCIAL JUSTICE FUND NORTHWEST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mountain West Organizing Grant Funder: Social Justice Fund Northwest (SJF) Geographic Scope: Idaho, Montana, Wyoming - specifically designed to support organizing in Mountain West region Purpose:…

LOHENGRIN FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Purpose: The Movement Building and Systems Change (MBSC) Grant Program supports nonprofits and community-based organizations that engage in organizing, power building, advocacy and…

MISSISSIPPI DELTA NATIONAL HERITAGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

MS Delta Cultural Heritage Grants Funder: Mississippi Delta National Heritage Area (MDNHA) Award Amount: Up to $25,000 per project Geographic Scope: Projects must be located in or directly serve at…

Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation · Rolling / Open Foundation

MT Urban and Community Forestry: Program Development Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Montana Urban and…

MULLICK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mullick Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mullick Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Mullick Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on education,…

Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority · Rolling / Open Foundation

Multi-Municipal Collaboration Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: April 17, 2025 Summary The Multi-Municipal Collaboration Grant,…

Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Amount: More than US $100,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The…

  None. This is a grant of assistance.
  AmeriCorps · Rolling / Open State

MULTIPLE – AmeriCorps VISTA (Service Volunteer)   Entities serving as site hosts define services projects that an AmeriCorps volunteer can complete. Depending on the service project type,…

  Accessibility Modification: $5,000 to $100,000 Planning: $3,000 to $60,000 Implementation: $50,000 to $1 million Scattered Site: $50,000 to $1 million
· Rolling / Open State

MULTIPLE – Community Development Block Grant  Supports planning and implementation of housing, economic development, public facilities, public services, and accessibility modifications. Project…

  Up to $50,000
 T-Mobile · Rolling / Open State

MULTIPLE – Hometown Grants  Supports shovel-ready projects that foster local connections, like technology upgrades, outdoor spaces, the arts, and community centers. Only physical builds or…

  Services provided are $1,000 to ~$6,000
  Vermont Housing and Conservation Board · Rolling / Open State

MULTIPLE – Rural Economic Development Initiative   Supports consultants services for grant writing, completing a necessary step to make a grant application more competitive (such as a…

New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets · Rolling / Open Foundation

Municipal Agricultural and Farmland Protection Planning Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026…

Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Municipal Assistance Program (MAP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Municipal Assistance Program…

THE NETWORK FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Municipal Engagement Initiative (MEI) Lite Funder: Citizens' Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) Award Amount: Not specified in materials Status: NFSJ selected as MEI Lite 2022 grantee…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of community development & employment grants are available?
Community Development & Employment Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for community development & employment grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for community development & employment grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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