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 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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Grants For Sustained Collaboration Austin Together Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Austin Together's core purpose is to fuel long-term, high-impact collaborations between nonprofits, businesses, and government agencies.	Not published	Varies
Kenai Peninsula Foundation Competitive Grant The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Kenai Peninsula Foundation Competitive Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents of the central Kenai Peninsula.	Not published	Up to $3K
Norfolk Southern In-Kind Donation Grant Norfolk Southern Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Norfolk Southern In-Kind Donation Grant supports organizations seeking physical donations of materials that align with their focus areas, including safety, sustainability, workforce development, and thriving communities.	Not published	Varies
Creative Placemaking Community Lift Corp · Foundation Not published · Varies Community LIFT's Creative Placemaking program supports community initiatives that foster connection and community engagement through creative endeavors and public art.	Not published	Varies
Univest Local Philanthropic Giving Program Grant Univest · Foundation Not published · Varies The Univest Local Philanthropic Giving Program has a rich history of supporting local communities for over 150 years.	Not published	Varies
Keystone Savings Foundation Grant - Requests Above $25,000 Keystone Savings Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K The Keystone Savings Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in the Lehigh Valley, focusing on education, health services, arts, community development, and economic revitalization.	Not published	$25K
Prosperity 10,000 Program Lane Workforce Partnership · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oregon Prosperity 10,000 program drives growth and prosperity in Lane County by supporting private sector businesses and enhancing workforce skills through upskilling and retraining initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Lawrence T. Geraty Community Archaeology Grant American Society of Overseas · Foundation Not published · $5K The Lawrence T. Geraty Community Archaeology Grant, offered by the American Society of Overseas Research (ASOR), provides funding to support local engagement in the protection and preservation of archaeological sites in Jordan…	Not published	$5K
Weaving Kinship Grant First Peoples Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Native Arts Ecology Building is a powerful tool that enables us to extend our impact beyond individual artists by supporting Native nonprofit organizations, artist collectives, and Native Community Development Financial Institutions…	Not published	Varies
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas: Community Impact Grants United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K – $500K The United Way of Metropolitan Dallas offers Community Impact Grants aimed at supporting organizations excelling in Education, Income, and Health sectors.	Not published	$30K – $500K
Penn National Gaming Foundation Grants Penn Entertainment Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Penn National Gaming Foundation Grants support various community initiatives across North America, emphasizing education, health services, and cultural affairs.	Not published	Varies
Bisbee Foundation Berry Family Environmental Fund Grant Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bisbee Foundation Berry Family Environmental Fund, an initiative of the Arizona Community Foundation, aims to support projects enhancing the natural environment in Bisbee.	Not published	Varies
Healthy Communities and Parks Fund - Tier 2 (WA) Grant King County Parks · Foundation Not published · $15K – $250K The Healthy Communities and Parks Fund - Tier 2 (WA) promotes access to parks and recreational facilities in underserved communities, aiming to reduce health disparities.	Not published	$15K – $250K
GroWest Coalition - KY Innovation Funding Sprocket Inc · Foundation Not published · $322K	Not published	$322K
Klamath River Fund: Community Impact Grant - Requests over $50,000 Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Please note: After you submit your application, you may be contacted asking for additional information or documentation should it be deemed necessary._ Thriving, Healthy, Just, Equitable.	Not published	Varies
NJ WorkClean: Diesel Modernization Grant Program State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · Varies The NJ WorkClean Diesel Modernization Grant Program aims to improve air quality by funding diesel-to-diesel and diesel-to-electric projects.	Not published	Varies
Let's Go! 3.0 Mini-Grant Wholespire Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K	Not published	Up to $5K
Napa Valley Community Foundation Grants Community Foundation of the Napa Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies The Napa Valley Community Foundation offers diverse grant opportunities through Community Impact, Legacy, and Donor Advised Funds, supporting nonprofits addressing local needs.	Not published	Varies
Main Street Initiative Small Business Empowerment Center · Foundation Not published · $30K A grant program designed to help small businesses grow and sustain their operations while making positive community impact and supporting retirement savings. Grants must be allocated across three focus areas:	Not published	$30K
Sustainable Transportation Planning Grants - Sustainable Communities Competitive California Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $700K The Sustainable Transportation Planning Grants support local and regional planning efforts aimed at enhancing active transportation, safe routes to schools, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and 2050.	Not published	$50K – $700K
Henderson Foundation Mini-Grants Program George B Henderson Foundation JH5090 · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Please note that for 2024 the Henderson Foundation will hold one grant round only, due to a backlog of funding commitments for projects that were delayed over the last two years._ The Henderson Foundation’s grants provide support…	Not published	Varies
Black-Led Nonprofits Community Care Grants Social Justice Partners Los Angeles · Foundation Not published · $360K Grants to six visionary, Black-led organizations reimagining community care and public safety in Los Angeles.	Not published	$360K
GMF: Cycle 3 - Project Support Grant Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Greater Milwaukee Foundation's GMF: Cycle 3 - Project Support offers grants up to $50,000 per year for three years, targeting projects that promote arts, culture, and racial equity.	Not published	Up to $50K
CenterPoint Foundation Charitable Giving Grant CenterPoint Energy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CenterPoint Energy Foundation aims to enhance community vitality through grants supporting affordable housing, environmental education, and workforce development.	Not published	Varies

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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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