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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Louise Taft Semple Foundation Grant Louise Taft Semple Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Louise Taft Semple Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Cincinnati, Ohio, by providing financial support for artistic, cultural, educational, civic, and social service projects.	Not published	Varies
Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development Grant (IL) Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies The Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development Grant (OSLAD) provides essential funding to local government agencies in Illinois for the acquisition and development of public parks and open spaces.	Not published	Varies
Soil Health Grant Alaska Pacific University Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Rooted in the belief that healthy soil is the foundation of healthy communities, APU's Soil Health Program provides small, accessible grants guided by Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) soil health principles and APU's core…	Not published	Varies
Type B Sales Tax Funding Orange Economic Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies Local economic incentives available through the City of Orange Type B Economic Development Fund for qualifying business projects.	Not published	Varies
Tourism Development Grant Visitors Center Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support for programs and projects that will:	Not published	Varies
Mount Dora Community Trust Grant Mount Dora Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mount Dora Community Trust Grant aims to support local organizations facing funding gaps due to federal and state grant cuts. Effective from 2025, the Trust will prioritize on-demand funding to assist those in need.	Not published	Varies
Wyomissing Foundation Grants The Wyomissing Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wyomissing Foundation, established in 1926, is dedicated to creating community impact through grants to nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Impact Polk Givewell Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Address community needs throughout Polk County	Not published	Varies
Stark County Neighborhood Partnership Grant (Canton, Alliance, Massillon) Stark Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Stark County Neighborhood Partnership Grant, offered by the Stark Community Foundation, empowers neighborhood associations in Canton, Alliance, and Massillon to enhance community vitality.	Not published	Up to $4K
Rotary Charities of Traverse City: Assets for Thriving Communities Grant Rotary Charities of Traverse City · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Rotary Charities of Traverse City offers the Assets for Thriving Communities Grant, aimed at supporting initiatives that enhance community assets in Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau counties.	Not published	Up to $50K
Brush Family Foundation Fund Grant Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Brush Family Foundation Fund aims to empower communities in Downs, Kansas, through competitive grants that support charitable initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Forever Austin Fund Grants ACF Bright Leaf Preserve · Foundation Not published · $2.3M	Not published	$2.3M
Small Business Development Grant (WI) Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) · Foundation Not published · $50K – $250K The Small Business Development Grant (SBDG) in Wisconsin aims to enhance local economies by providing financial support to small business development organizations.	Not published	$50K – $250K
Citywide Grants Capital City Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual grant round that funds projects addressing equity, social justice, resilience, and community improvement throughout Trenton.	Not published	Varies
80/20 Foundation Grant 80-20 Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The 80/20 Foundation Grant aims to bolster San Antonio's workforce by funding nonprofits that attract, grow, and retain local talent.	Not published	Varies
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) Grant Heart of the Rockies Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Ste. Genevieve County Community Foundation: General Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ste. Genevieve County Community Foundation aims to enhance local quality of life through resource development, community grantmaking, and public leadership.	Not published	Varies
General Grant Program (Aviation & Community Support) Airport Foundation MSP · Foundation Not published · Varies The Airport Foundation MSP dedicates itself to enhancing the experience and exceeding the expectations of travelers at MSP International Airport, as well as supporting the airport and broader aviation community.	Not published	Varies
Essex County Land and Environment Initiative Essex County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Essex County Community Foundation inspires philanthropy that strengthens the communities of Essex County by managing charitable assets, strengthening and supporting nonprofits, and engaging in strategic community leadership initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Value-Added, Regional Food Systems, and Supply Chain Grants Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development is offering Value-Add Grants to enhance the state's food systems. This program aims to boost agriculture production, processing, and access to healthy foods.	Not published	Up to $125K
CFGFW Rising Together Grants : Inspiring Places Program Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The CFGFW Rising Together Grants: Inspiring Places Program aims to enhance community well-being by providing operational funding for initiatives that create engaging and energizing spaces.	Not published	$5K – $20K
The Remain Fund Grant Community Foundation for Nantucket Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The ReMain Nantucket Fund, established by the Community Foundation for Nantucket, promotes community enrichment through grants targeting downtown enhancement, leadership development, and environmental sustainability.	Not published	Varies
Increasing Urban Trees in Philadelphia Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation aims to enhance Philadelphia's urban forest through strategic initiatives that promote equitable tree coverage.	Not published	Varies
Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnership Capacity Grants Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K The Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnership Capacity Grants, offered by Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Great Outdoors Colorado, provide funding ranging from $50,000 to $150,000 to support regional collaborations in conservation and…	Not published	$50K – $150K

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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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