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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Greater Pine Area Endowment Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Pine Area Endowment (GPAE) was established to provide financial resources to meet the long-term strategic needs of the greater Pine area (within the physical boundaries of ISD 578), focusing on economic and community…	Not published	Varies
Community Reinvestment Plan (CRP) Small Business Grant South Central Workforce Development Council · Foundation Not published · Varies These grant funds are intended to reduce barriers to entrepreneurship and support community-driven economic development by providing financial resources.	Not published	Varies
NFWF: Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and the Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC)—in cooperation with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), USDA Forest Service (USFS), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), USDA Natural…	Not published	Varies
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Orange Economic Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The City of Orange annually receives grant funds from HUD's Community Development Block Grant program. These funds support physical improvements and social services in low-to-moderate income neighborhoods.	Not published	Varies
Arts and Culture Nonprofits: Creative Communities San Diego Grant Program City of San Diego · State Not published · $5K The Creative Communities San Diego Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations in delivering impactful arts and culture projects that engage diverse communities.	Not published	$5K
Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund (LISCIF) Restore America's Estuaries · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K	Not published	$5K – $100K
North Eastern Potter Economic Development Fund Grant Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The North Eastern Potter Economic Development Fund Grant, supported by the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers, aims to bolster economic growth in Potter County.	Not published	Up to $1K
Cleburne County Community Foundation Grant Arkansas Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cleburne County Community Foundation Grant, established in 2004, aims to enhance the quality of life for residents of Cleburne County, Arkansas.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants Waukesha County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The WCCF's flagship competitive grant program has been awarding grants to nonprofit organizations for over 30 years. The foundation distributes grants to causes and nonprofit organizations throughout the region.	Not published	Varies
Austin Futures Grants ACF Bright Leaf Preserve · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Empire State Trail Town Program Grant Parks & Trails New York Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Empire State Trail Town Program, managed by Parks & Trails New York, aims to transform communities along the iconic Empire State Trail into vibrant, trail-friendly destinations.	Not published	Varies
Tourism Program Grants Oneredmond Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $10K Support activity that would attract visitors to Redmond, Washington to help increase overnight stays in Redmond hotels during non-peak times, directly benefiting the local economy and hospitality industry.	Rolling	Up to $10K
CFDC: Herington Community Legacy Grant The Community Foundation of Dickinson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Herington Community Legacy Grant, established in 2019 by The Community Foundation of Dickinson County, aims to support nonprofits in the Herington area.	Not published	Varies
Lena & Fred Meijer Charitable Fund Grant Cycle Greenville Area Community Fnd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lena & Fred Meijer Charitable Fund Grant Cycle, managed by the Greenville Area Community Foundation, aims to enhance life quality in Greenville through financial support for projects on Fred Meijer Trails in Montcalm County.	Not published	Varies
Martha-Ellen Tye Foundation Grant Martha Ellen Tye Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Martha-Ellen Tye Foundation Grant provides vital support to enhance the quality of life in Marshalltown, Iowa, by funding educational, artistic, cultural, and human service projects.	Not published	$1K
Thomas J. Emery Memorial Grant The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thomas J. Emery Memorial Grant, established by prominent Cincinnati philanthropists, aims to enhance the lives of individuals in the Greater Cincinnati area through grants that support social, cultural, educational, civic, and physical…	Not published	Varies
OEPA: Water Supply Revolving Loan Account Grant Ohio Environmental Protection Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The Water Supply Revolving Loan Account (WSRLA), managed by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, provides vital financial assistance for enhancing community water systems.	Not published	Varies
Pabst Steinmetz Foundation Grant Pabst Steinmetz Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pabst Steinmetz Foundation Grant supports innovative projects at the intersection of arts, education, and wellness.	Not published	Varies
Community Challenge Grant Program City & County Of San Francisco · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K The Community Challenge Grant Program, funded by the City & County of San Francisco, supports neighborhood beautification projects aimed at fostering community resilience and safety.	Not published	$50K – $150K
CFNJ: RSI Foundation Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K The CFNJ: RSI Foundation Grant aims to support community-driven initiatives that address pressing needs in New Jersey.	Not published	$3K – $25K
Campus Grants Lorain County Community College Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Campus Grants program supports initiatives that align with LCCC's mission and values, turning innovative ideas into real opportunities that enhance student success and strengthen the community.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Merice "Boo" Johnson Grigsby Foundation Grants The Merice Boo Johnston Grigsby · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Boo Grigsby Foundation, established in 2007, supports 501(c)(3) organizations in Baton Rouge and across Louisiana, focusing on education, health services, arts, human services, community initiatives, and conservation.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Duke Energy Foundation Small Business Grants Jacksonville Onslow Economic Development Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $23K	Not published	$3K – $23K
William Bernard McCloud Community Impact Awards Grant Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $13K The William Bernard McCloud Community Impact Awards, established by the Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation, provide operational support to 501(c)3 organizations in Camden, Glynn, and McIntosh Counties.	Not published	Up to $13K

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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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