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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Oklahoma- Urban and Community Forestry Grants Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Oklahoma Urban and Community Forestry Grants, offered by the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry, aim to enhance urban forestry initiatives across the state.	Not published	$5K – $50K
J.N. and Macie Edens Foundation Grant Tr Uw J N Edens Jr · Foundation Not published · Varies The J.N. and Macie Edens Foundation Grant supports organizations in Navarro County, Texas, focusing on community improvement, education, and human services.	Not published	Varies
Lilly Endowment: Community Development Grant Lilly Endowment Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lilly Endowment Community Development Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Indianapolis and across Indiana, supporting initiatives that foster strong neighborhoods, arts, and human services.	Not published	Varies
iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE Grant iF Design · Foundation Not published · €100,000 The iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE aims to support impactful projects addressing pressing societal challenges, awarding a total of EUR 100,000 annually.	Not published	€100,000
SJ Access Grants (Digital Inclusion Fund) San Jose Public Library Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K SJ Access Grants, powered by the Digital Inclusion Fund, aim to increase the number of households connected to the internet at home with meaningful use of technology and skills to navigate the internet.	Not published	Up to $500K
Santander Charitable Sponsorship Program Grant Santander Bank Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Santander Charitable Sponsorship Program focuses on supporting low- to moderate-income communities primarily in the Northeast and Florida.	Not published	Varies
Nature in Neighborhoods Capital Grants Metro · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Nature in Neighborhoods Capital Grants, provided by Metro, support diverse community projects aimed at enhancing local parks, restoring streams, and promoting nature education.	Not published	Up to $100K
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program GA DNR Grants · State Not published · $30M – $1.5B Nationwide competitive grant program authorized under LWCF Act. Provides new or significantly improved recreation opportunities in disadvantaged urban communities (population 30,000+).	Not published	$30M – $1.5B
Local Data for Equitable Communities Grant Program The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K Local Data for Equitable Communities CFP This call for proposals (CFP) invites eligible nonprofit organizations in the U.S. to apply for a grant to collect, analyze, and use data to address inequities in the physical, economic, and social…	Not published	$50K
Regional Cultivation Fund (RCF) Northwest Central Indiana Community Partnerships Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies To engage and support community partners in helping to fulfill WHIN's mission of making the WHIN region a global epicenter for the Internet of Things (IoT). WHIN · Wabash Heartland Innovation Network	Not published	Varies
HCSBC Foundation Grant Hancock County Savings Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The HCSBC Foundation Grant, offered by the Hancock County Savings Bank Charitable Foundation, aims to promote charitable and educational initiatives within Hancock County.	Not published	Varies
Competitive Donor-Advised Funds: Altorfer Inc. Grant Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Average award approximately $2,400 The Competitive Donor-Advised Funds program by Altorfer Inc. and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation aims to enhance the quality of life in Linn County, Iowa.	Not published	Average award approximately $2,400
Coastal Incentive Grants Program GA DNR Grants · State Not published · Varies Competitive pass-through subgrant program funded by NOAA through Congressional funding via the Coastal Zone Management Act.	Not published	Varies
Tannenbaum-Sternberger Foundation Grant Tannenbaum-Sternberger Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Tannenbaum-Sternberger Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Guilford County, NC, focusing on education, human services, cultural arts, and more.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Civic Engagement for Social Change Initiatives Grant Program Catherine Donnelly Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Civic Engagement for Social Change Initiatives Grant Program, managed by the Catherine Donnelly Foundation, aims to foster active citizenship and community transformation through innovative adult education.	Not published	Varies
Nord Family Foundation Grant Program The Nord Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nord Family Foundation Grant Program focuses on supporting a variety of initiatives in the areas of arts and culture, civic affairs, education, and health and social services.	Not published	Varies
Community Investment Fund - Grant County (NM) Freeport McMoran Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $90K Community Investment Funds (CIFs) have been established in communities near our operations in Colorado, New Mexico and southeastern Arizona.	Not published	Up to $90K
The McKeesport Community Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The McKeesport Community Fund, established in 2017 by Trulieve under the Pittsburgh Foundation, aims to enhance community welfare by supporting local 501(c)(3) nonprofits.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Non-Bond Priorities Grant Programs - Lower Los Angeles-Urban Streams and Rivers Program (CA) California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $300K – $2M The Non-Bond Priorities Grant Programs, specifically the Lower Los Angeles-Urban Streams and Rivers Program, aim to restore and conserve river functions while managing flood risks.	Not published	$300K – $2M
Community Catalyst Building Remediation Economic Development Authority · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Yukon Community Development Fund: Tier 1 Grant Government of Yukon · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Yukon Community Development Fund: Tier 1 provides essential funding for projects aimed at fostering long-term social and economic benefits in Yukon communities.	Not published	Up to $20K
Dedicated Grant Program Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Dedicated Grant Program by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation will allocate over $60,000 in 2025 to support four distinct Field of Interest Funds, each aimed at improving the lives of residents in Washtenaw County.	Not published	Up to $60K
Mission Grant Dubuque Racing Association Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies The DRA, through its gaming and entertainment facilities provides for social, economic and community betterment and lessens the burden of Dubuque city and area government, while contributing to the growth and viability of Dubuque area…	Not published	Varies
COVID-19 Impact Recovery Fund Nantahala Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Launched in April 2020 by Nantahala Health Foundation to match charitable donations dollar for dollar (up to $100,000) and better position the region to prepare for a post-COVID future.	Not published	Up to $100K

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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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