Community Development & Employment Grants

Last updated October 27, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,255 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. 1,480 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 3,255; from 1,982 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$150K
Total listed funding: $515.9M; across 1,480 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 130; 148 with a published date

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Clare County Community Foundation Grants Midland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Every applicant is required to contact our program officer before_ _submitting an application._ The Clare County Community Foundation (CCCF) promotes and enables philanthropic giving to enrich and improve the lives of people in our…	Not published	Varies
Small Town Enhancement Grant Program Lansing Economic Area Partnership · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K LEAP's grant program in partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) that invested in community enhancement projects across small rural towns in the tri-county region.	Not published	Up to $25K
William J. & Margery S. Barrett Fund for Adams, Cheshire & Savoy Grant Program Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The William J. & Margery S. Barrett Fund supports innovative projects in Adams, Cheshire, and Savoy, MA, focusing on low-income and underserved populations.	Not published	Varies
River Counties CF - Community Impact Grants The Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The River Counties Community Foundation offers competitive grants to nonprofit organizations in Lancaster, Middlesex, and Northumberland counties.	Not published	Varies
Hudson Valley Farm Fresh Food Grant Program Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Hudson Valley Farm Fresh Food Grant Program, offered by the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley, aims to enhance access to local, farm-fresh food for food-insecure individuals in Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, and Ulster counties.	Not published	Up to $20K
Public Access Program Grants California Wildlife Conservation Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The Public Access Program Grants, established by the California Wildlife Conservation Board, aim to enhance public access to natural areas, promoting wildlife-oriented recreation and supporting projects that encourage hunting, fishing, and…	Not published	Varies
Community-Driven Green Space Plans The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation would like to support efforts that will enable residents of Philadelphia and Camden to develop a shared vision for green space in their neighborhoods and produce implementable plans to realize that vision.	Not published	Varies
Mosaic Company Foundation Community Investment Grant The Mosaic Company Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mosaic Company Foundation Community Investment Grant aims to create a lasting impact in communities by supporting initiatives in three key areas: Food, Water, and Local Community.	Not published	Varies
CFGDM: Strategic Alignment Grants Community Fdn of Greater Des Moines F/K/a Greater Des Moines Community Fdn · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The CFGDM: Strategic Alignment Grants support nonprofit organizations in developing collaborative strategies to address community issues.	Not published	Up to $25K
Winneconne Area Community Foundation Competitive Grants Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Winneconne Area Community Foundation offers competitive grants aimed at enhancing the quality of life for residents. With a focus on arts, education, and basic needs, the foundation supports projects that address community challenges.	Not published	Up to $2K
Conagra Brands Foundation- Community Impact Grants Conagra Brands Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Conagra Brands Foundation offers Community Impact Grants to nonprofit organizations in the USA that address food insecurity and promote healthy lifestyles.	Not published	Varies
Demolition Grant Bertram Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bertram Economic Development Corporation has established and funded the Demolition Grant Program for the City of Bertram.	Not published	Varies
Transportation and Growth Management \| Parking Reform and Management Land Conservation Grants · State Not published · Varies Supports development code amendments that significantly reduce or eliminate off-street parking mandates or development of parking management plans.	Not published	Varies
Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) - Grants Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) · State Not published · Varies The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) Division of Social Equity oversees two grant programs; Can Renew Community Restoration Grants and CanGrow Farmer Loan and Training Grants. • CanRenew Community Restoration Grant funds a variety of…	Not published	Varies
Edgar County Community Foundation Grants The Edgar County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edgar County Community Foundation (ECCF) aims to enhance the quality of life in Edgar County through philanthropy.	Not published	Varies
4Culture: Open 4Culture Grants 4Culture · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The 4Culture: Open 4Culture Grants provide funding up to $2,500 for projects in Arts, Heritage, and Preservation within King County.	Not published	Up to $3K
GCCF: Community Impact Grants - Innovation Greenwood County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The GCCF Community Impact Grants - Innovation supports groundbreaking initiatives that drive significant change in Greenwood County.	Not published	Up to $50K
Community Development Block Grant State Not published · $100 – $10M Supports planning and implementation of housing, economic development, public facilities, public services, and accessibility modifications. Project must primarily benefit persons of low and moderate income.	Not published	$100 – $10M
Eastern Oregon Border Board Scott Fairley Memorial Edge Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Eastern Oregon Border Board Scott Fairley Memorial Edge Grant aims to foster economic and workforce development in the region.	Not published	Up to $25K
Large Economic Development Grant Impact Harrisburg · Foundation Not published · Varies Projects must demonstrate impact in at least one of the following areas: Recent grants in this category included:	Not published	Varies
Warren County Foundation- Discretionary Grants Warren County Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Warren County Foundation Discretionary Grants aim to enhance the quality of life for residents by funding impactful projects.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Transportation and Growth Management - Quick Response Land Conservation Grants · State Not published · $5M – $12.5M Helps cities implement transportation and land use plans and assists with multi-modal problem solving. Projects are typically site specific, small scale, and short term, facilitating future development within three years.	Not published	$5M – $12.5M
Winnebago County Revolving Loan Fund Go-EDC Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $250K A flexible gap financing tool for Winnebago County businesses to provide capital to fuel growth initiatives and expansion plans.	Not published	$25K – $250K
Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program Empire State Development · Foundation Not published · $100K – $10M The Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program by Empire State Development aims to support innovative workforce development initiatives in New York State.	Not published	$100K – $10M

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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 3,255 community development & employment grants Grantable lists as of October 27, 2026, 1,480 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, 1,982 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are community development & employment grants due?

Of 3,255 grants listed, 130 accept applications on a rolling basis, 148 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, 49% 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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