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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Business Revolving Loan Fund (Economic Development Loans) Bowling Green Community Development Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The City's Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) provides loans to businesses for start-ups and expansions which result in more jobs for low- and moderate-income persons. The RLF supplements private funding for businesses.	Rolling	Varies
Alaska Municipal Harbor Facility Grants Program Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities · Foundation Not published · $50K – $5M The Alaska Municipal Harbor Facility Grants Program provides vital financial assistance for municipal or regional housing authority-owned harbors, enhancing local infrastructure and sustainability.	Not published	$50K – $5M
Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund Grant Nebraska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Norfolk Area Community Foundation Fund Grant supports innovative projects that enhance the Norfolk area.	Not published	Varies
Comcast RISE Listed by Portland Business Alliance · Foundation Not published · $40K Comcast RISE (Representation, Investment, Strength and Empowerment) is a grant program designed to support small businesses hardest hit by COVID-19 and help them thrive with a focus on economic growth.	Not published	$40K
Colorado Outdoor Regional Plan Capacity, Plan Development, & Early Wins Grant Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · $50K – $350K The Colorado Outdoor Regional Plan Capacity, Plan Development, & Early Wins grant program supports regional partnerships to enhance conservation and outdoor recreation.	Not published	$50K – $350K
Disaster Recovery - FY 2025 EDA Disaster Supplemental Funding US Economic Development Administration · Federal Not published · $200 – $50M Helps communities and regions plan and implement long-term economic recovery strategies. Two funding pathways remain: Supports recovery in areas where a Presidential disaster declaration was issued in calendar years 2023 and 2024.	Not published	$200 – $50M
Wild East Action Fund - Community Resilience Grant Appalachian Trail Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Wild East Action Fund aims to enhance community resilience and conservation efforts within the Appalachian Trail landscape.	Not published	$5K – $20K
DCNR State and Regional Partnerships' Grants Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) · Foundation Not published · Varies The DCNR State and Regional Partnerships' Grants support collaborative projects aimed at enhancing local and regional capacity for managing recreation and park facilities while promoting conservation efforts.	Not published	Varies
Grants by Region- Big Sur Fund in Memory of Weston Call Grants Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Big Sur Fund, established by the Community Foundation for Monterey County in 2020, focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations that enhance community resources in Big Sur.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Rural Economic Development Professionals Program Idaho Commerce Grants · State Not published · Varies State funds appropriated to help rural areas employ full-time economic development professionals to manage locally directed economic development programs alongside a board of directors.	Not published	Varies
Other Grants- Hemlock Semiconductor Community and Regional Empowerment (Care) Grant Midland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Hemlock Semiconductor Community and Regional Empowerment (CARE) Grant, offered by the Midland Area Community Foundation, supports local projects and initiatives that enhance community well-being.	Not published	Up to $30K
ANCHOR Grants – (Advancing Neighborhood & Community Health, Opportunity & Resilience) Northwestern University · Foundation Not published · $25K – $65K The ANCHOR Grants program, funded by Northwestern University, supports collaborative projects aimed at improving community health and resilience in Evanston and Chicago.	Not published	$25K – $65K
Neighborhood Yes Fund (The Yes Fund) The John Bartram Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Neighborhood Yes Fund celebrates the creative talents of Southwest Philadelphia neighbors and provides mini-grants in support of community-led initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Food Retail Improvement and Development Grant (FRIDG) Program Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · $5K – $75K The Food Retail Improvement and Development Grant (FRIDG) Program by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture aims to enhance access to affordable, nutritious food in underserved communities.	Not published	$5K – $75K
Hudson-Webber Foundation Grant Hudson-Webber Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hudson-Webber Foundation Grant supports community initiatives in Detroit, focusing on four mission areas: Arts & Culture, Built Environment, Community & Economic Development, and Safe & Just Communities.	Not published	Varies
Devinci: Community Grant Program Devinci · Foundation Not published · $5K Devinci's Community Grant Program aims to support North American cycling organizations with financial assistance for development projects.	Not published	$5K
GFO-23-312r2 – Round 2 Community Energy Reliability and Resilience Investment Grant Program California Energy Commission · Foundation Not published · $5.2M – $20.7M The GFO-23-312r2 grant program aims to enhance community energy reliability and resilience in California by funding deployment projects.	Not published	$5.2M – $20.7M
Duke Energy: South Carolina: Local Impact Grants Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local Impact Grants to enhance the quality of life in South Carolina. Grants up to $20,000 support initiatives in vibrant economies, climate resiliency, and opportunity and inclusion.	Not published	Up to $20K
Kyrias Foundation Grants Kyrias Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Kyrias Foundation Grants aim to support innovative and impactful community projects. With a mission to empower individuals and families, the foundation provides funding for capacity building, capital projects, and specific initiatives.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Montrose Community Foundation Impact Grants Montrose Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Montrose Community Foundation Impact Grants aim to foster community-driven solutions that enhance giving, leadership, and service, ultimately improving the quality of life for all residents.	Not published	Up to $5K
Shoup Foundation Grant Shoup Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Shoup Foundation Grant supports Protestant churches and organizations aiding needy individuals or disaster relief in Northern Colorado. This foundation funds charitable, nonprofit organizations as defined by IRS section 501(c)(3).	Not published	Varies
JLLV: Community Grant Program Junior League of Las Vegas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Junior League of Las Vegas appreciates your commitment to the Las Vegas community and taking the time to share your vision for the community.	Not published	Varies
Absarokee Community Foundation Grant Absarokee Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Absarokee Community Foundation Grant supports local non-profits and organizations in Stillwater County by providing monetary assistance for projects that strengthen the community.	Not published	Varies
Iowa Energy Center Grant Program Economic Development Authority · State Not published · $100M	Not published	$100M

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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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