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 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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Community Building Grants Baton Rouge Alliance for Students · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Building Grants supporting the following priority areas will be given funding preference:	Not published	Varies
Fremont County Community Foundation Grant Omaha Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fremont County Community Foundation Grant, established in 1998, supports projects enhancing the quality of life in Fremont County.	Not published	Varies
Benter Foundation Grant The Benter Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Benter Foundation Grant supports invited organizations whose projects align with the foundation's current priorities.	Not published	Varies
Washington State Department of Commerce Lending Agency Grant Fourth Plain Forward · Foundation Not published · $1.4M Fourth Plain Forward was awarded this grant to establish a new lending agency aimed at empowering Black, Latine, and Tribal communities by expanding their access to capital.	Not published	$1.4M
Oakfield Community Foundation Grant Fond Du Lac Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oakfield Community Foundation Grant, part of the Fond du Lac Area Foundation, aims to enhance educational opportunities in the Oakfield area.	Not published	Varies
Legacy/Corrective Action Grants (Kean Legacy Grants) 1772 Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants made to support partners doing direct work in geographic and topical areas to address systemic racial injustices linked to the foundation's historical connections to slavery through the Livingston and Kean families.	Not published	Varies
Yellowstone Club Community Foundation Sponsorship Grant Yellowstone Club Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Yellowstone Club Community Foundation offers sponsorships to support events and causes within the greater Big Sky region.	Not published	Varies
Henry H. Crapo Foundation Fund Grant Southcoast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Henry H. Crapo Foundation Fund, managed by the SouthCoast Community Foundation, aims to enhance the Greater New Bedford Area by supporting 501(c)(3) organizations.	Not published	Varies
Greenspring Grant Program Greenspring Advisors · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Greenspring Grant Program, established in 2012, focuses on supporting local non-profits dedicated to economic and workforce development.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Richard Lykes Rappahannock Community Fund Grant Northern Piedmont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Richard Lykes Rappahannock Community Fund, established through a bequest from Richard Lykes, aims to enhance the quality of life in Rappahannock County.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Economic Development Administration (EDA) Federal Economic Development Funds - Sanderson Field Substation Economic Development Council of Mason County · Foundation Not published · $100K	Not published	$100K
Amador Community Foundation- Competitive Grants Amador Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Amador Community Foundation Competitive Grants program supports transformative projects in Amador County, focusing on measurable impacts and community needs.	Not published	Varies
United for Good Fund United Way of the Wine Country · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of the Wine Country awards annual grants through the United for Good Fund for projects, programs, organizations, and coalitions that further the goal of fostering prosperous, resilient, inclusive, and sustainable communities.	Not published	Varies
Neighborhood Grants The United Way of Central Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K United Way of Central Maryland's Neighborhood Grants support resident-led, community-centric projects that inspire community connections, empower local leaders, and build vibrant neighborhoods.	Not published	Up to $10K
Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund Grants Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Serving to improve west central Minnesota through funding, programs, and technical assistance. A vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable world starts here in west central Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
Atlanta Foundation Grant ATL Fdn-W Peters Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The Atlanta Foundation Grant aims to enhance the welfare of communities in Fulton and DeKalb counties, Georgia.	Not published	Varies
ME Project Canopy Assistance Grants- Planning & Education Maine Forest Service · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K Project Canopy, supported by the Maine Forest Service, offers grants up to $20,000 to enhance community forestry programs.	Not published	Up to $20K
CICF Crosser Family Foundation Grants Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Crosser Family Foundation, a component of the Hamilton County Community Foundation, provides grants to enhance the lives of youth and families in Hamilton County.	Not published	Varies
Drinking Water Infrastructure Grants (NV) Nevada Division of Environmental Protection · Foundation Not published · Varies The Drinking Water Infrastructure Grants program in Nevada aims to support small communities in financing essential drinking water projects.	Not published	Varies
Waterville Community Fund Grants Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation Not published · Varies The Waterville Community Fund Grants, managed by the Community Foundation of NCW, aim to support innovative programs that address community needs in Waterville, Washington.	Not published	Varies
Montgomery County Community Foundation Grant Omaha Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Montgomery County Community Foundation Grant, established in 1998, supports community projects in areas such as civic engagement, health, education, and culture.	Not published	Varies
Community Action Grant (Type 1) Black Hills Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K There are two categories of the Community Action Grant: 1) Community Action Grant ($50,000); and 2) Community Action Grant ($20,000)For the Community Action Grant ($50,000), the opportunity to submit an LOI opens on April 1 and closes by…	Not published	Up to $50K
ADPHT Matching Grants Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism - Office of Outdoor Recreation · Foundation Not published · Varies The ADPHT Matching Grants program aims to enhance Arkansas's outdoor recreation resources through advocacy and funded initiatives. This reimbursable matching grant supports communities in expanding local recreation opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Community Opportunity Fund: Transformation Grant- Belonging Focus Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Community Opportunity Fund: Belonging Grant, offered by Boreal Waters Community Foundation, aims to foster inclusive spaces where all voices are valued.	Not published	Up to $300K

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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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