Undiscovered SC Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism Amount: US $100,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: June 27, 2025 Summary The Undiscovered SC…
Community Development & Employment Grants
Community Development & Employment Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Overview _Note: Starting this year, only organizations nominated by a UNFI associate will be eligible for consideration._ UNFI Foundation Mission Empowering changemakers to create a more sustainable…
UniBank Community Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Unibank Charitable Foundation Inc Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary UniBank Community Giving is dedicated to enhancing local communities…
Union County Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Union County Community Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Union County Community Foundation provides grants to…
Union County Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Union County Foundation Last Updated: July 05, 2025 Summary The Union County Foundation Grant Program supports non-profit organizations in…
United for Good Fund Overview: United Way of the Wine Country awards annual grants through the United for Good Fund for projects, programs, organizations, and coalitions that further the goal of…
United Way Impact Funding Funder: United Way of the Ocoee Region (TN, US) Overview: Previously known as the Campaign Fund and Spring/Health Endowment Fund. This is the primary grant opportunity for…
United Way of Kent County Grants to Member Agencies Overview: The United Way of Kent County awards grants to vetted nonprofit member agencies serving Kent County, Maryland in the focus areas of…
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas: Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way Of Metropolitan Dallas Inc Amount: US $30,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The…
United Way of Vermillion Community Grant Program Funder: United Way of Vermillion Geographic Scope: Clay County, South Dakota Focus Areas: Programs serving nonprofit organizations addressing every…
Unity Foundation Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Unity Foundation of La Porte County Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: April 19, 2025 Summary The Unity Foundation Community Grants aim…
Univest Local Philanthropic Giving Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Univest Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Univest Local Philanthropic Giving Program has a rich history of…
Unsewered Communities Planning Grant Program - Round 3 IEPA is making $1 million available for the next round of Planning Grants to assist small and disadvantaged communities in developing a Project…
Uplift America Fund Status: Past initiative Overview: A partnership that leveraged federal resources, bank financing, and private grants to target capital to persistently low-wealth areas. Made…
Uplift Grants - Trees for Waterloo Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Amount: US $5,000 - US $18,236 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Uplift Grants program by…
Upper Bucks Community Fund - Erwin J. and Gertrude K. Neusch Fund Program Type: Community grants for arts, education, and rural life Geographic Scope: - Upper Bucks County, Pennsylvania -…
UPS Community Tree & Recovery Tree Planting Grants - Organization: Keep America Beautiful - Type: Foundation Grant
UPS Foundation Grant - Park Steward Program Funder: UPS Foundation Program Background: UPS employees have been volunteering in Olmsted Parks since 2006. The UPS Foundation, with focus on…
Upward Momentum Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Upward Momentum Amount: US $200,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary Upward Momentum is a collaborative fund aimed at transforming economic mobility…
Urban Act Grant Program (CT) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Urban Act Grant Program in Connecticut…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of community development & employment grants are available?
- Community Development & Employment Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for community development & employment grants?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for community development & employment grants?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
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