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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FCB Annual CommunityFirst Grant Program First County Bank Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The FCB Annual CommunityFirst Grant Program, established by the First County Bank Foundation, aims to support nonprofit organizations focusing on community development, affordable housing, and educational enrichment in Fairfield County.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Mary N. Porter Legacy Fund Community Foundation of Broward Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Mary Porter was a philanthropist and humanitarian who resided in Broward County. She believed that giving back is a part of who we are as a people.	Not published	Varies
Burmester Charitable Trust Grant Burmester Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Burmester Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations primarily in Wisconsin, with a focus on various program areas including animal welfare, arts and culture, civic activities, and education.	Not published	Varies
Wireless Internet Networks (WIN) Department of Economic Development, Office of Broadband · State Not published · Varies The WIN Program is part of the West Virginia Broadband Investment Plan (WVBIP) and will fund extensions or upgrades of existing last mile wireless broadband networks that can be constructed quickly.	Not published	Varies
Neighborhood Revitalization Grants The Schenectady Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Schenectady's neighborhoods will thrive, becoming places where residents feel safe, supported and valued. Funding for neighborhood revitalization projects and initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Knight Foundation: Community & National Initiatives John S and James L Knight Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: As part of our ongoing effort to improve how we support our grantee partners and communities, we are pausing our Letter of Inquiry (LOI) process.	Not published	Varies
Merrimack Valley Municipal Business Development and Recovery Fund Essex County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Merrimack Valley Municipal Business Development and Recovery Fund has been made possible by a donation from Columbia Gas.	Not published	Varies
Annual Community Grant The Greater Jefferson County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Annual Community Grant by the Greater Jefferson County Foundation supports educational, cultural, and civic initiatives in Jefferson County, Iowa.	Not published	Varies
BRACE Grant Program Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The BRACE Grant Program, administered by the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation, aims to combat litter, blight, and illegal dumping while promoting community code enforcement.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Benedum Foundation Grants Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation (Pittsburgh, PA) makes grants to nonprofits in West Virginia and Southwestern PA across Education, Economic Development, Community Development, Health, and (SW PA) performing arts.	Not published	Varies
Denver Downtown Development Authority (DDDA) - Project Applications Denver Civic Ventures Inc · Foundation Rolling · $570M Applications will be evaluated based on: Two optional public information sessions were held:	Rolling	$570M
Community Impact Grants Marietta Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Impact Grants support nonprofit organizations and community projects that strengthen Washington County. The Foundation awards grants to fuel projects that make the community stronger, more connected, and full of opportunity.	Not published	Varies
Adams Community Foundation Grants Adams Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Adams Community Foundation offers grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and governmental entities in Adams County for community projects.	Not published	Varies
Entergy’s Open Grants Program Entergy Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Entergy’s Open Grants Program aims to enhance community well-being through funding initiatives in arts, education, social services, and community improvement.	Not published	Varies
Donald R. Myers Legacy Fund Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Donald R. Myers Legacy Fund Grant, administered by the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, provides essential funding for nonprofit and public organizations in Appalachian Ohio.	Not published	Up to $1K
LG&E and KU's Plant for the Planet Grant Louisville Olmsted Parks Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $5K	Not published	$5K
Heartland Community Foundation: Ellis County Legacy Fund Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Heartland Community Foundation: Ellis County Legacy Fund The Ellis County Legacy Fund is an unrestricted community grant funds designated to support current and future charitable needs of communities in the Heartland area.	Not published	Varies
Pendleton Foundation Trust General Grants Pendleton Foundation Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pendleton Foundation Trust awards grants to support civic and educational undertakings in the Pendleton community. David Blanc (Chairperson), Pat Terjeson, Kevin Hale, Jerrod Spriet, Lonnie Read, Marie Half, Donna Biggerstaff	Not published	Varies
South Georgia Legacy Fund Grant Community Foundation of South Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The South Georgia Legacy Fund Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of South Georgia, aims to empower local nonprofits addressing community needs. Annually, it allocates $30,000 across grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Quality of Place: Pathways to Progress Grants OSI Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
SVCF Competitive Grants Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Our mission is to build permanent endowment funds and meet charitable community needs.	Not published	Varies
Winnebago County Revolving Loan Fund Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $250K The Winnebago County Revolving Loan Fund is a flexible gap financing tool for Winnebago County businesses to provide capital to fuel growth initiatives and expansion plans. Winnebago County, WI (within corporate limits of Winnebago County)	Not published	$25K – $250K
Winston-Salem Foundation: Impact Investing Grant The Winston-Salem Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $1M The Winston-Salem Foundation's Impact Investing program strategically allocates funds to businesses and organizations that foster social change in Forsyth County.	Not published	$100K – $1M
OCCF: Parks & Public Space Initiative/Margaret Annis Boy Trust Grant Oklahoma City Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The OCCF: Parks & Public Space Initiative, stemming from the Margaret Annis Boys Trust, aims to enhance neighborhood and community parks in Oklahoma City.	Not published	Up to $40K

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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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