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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Economic - Forest Economy Program Northern Borders Regional Commission · State Not published · Up to $100 Supports community development projects, workforce training and development projects, marketing/communication and education projects, business planning and technical assistance projects, and public infrastructure (transportation, water…	Not published	Up to $100
Daviess County Community Foundation’s Impact Grant Our Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Daviess County Community Foundation is seeking funding requests for projects or programs that make a substantial difference in the social, cultural, economic, and/or recreational aspects of community life in Daviess County.	Not published	Varies
Wichita Wagonmasters, the Good Life Grants Wichita Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Wichita Wagonmasters, through their Good Life Grants established in 2012, aim to enhance the quality of life in Wichita, Kansas.	Not published	Up to $1K
Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Cincinnati, OH - (Cincinnati, Dayton and Northern Kentucky) Foundations Tr UA Fifth Third Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fifth Third Foundation offers grants to nonprofit organizations in the Greater Cincinnati area, focusing on education, arts, community development, and health services.	Not published	Varies
Sweet Grass Community Collaboration Granting Sweet Grass Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sweet Grass Community Collaboration Granting Program, managed by the Sweet Grass Community Foundation, fosters partnerships among organizations to enhance community impact in Sweet Grass County.	Not published	Varies
Yukon Community Development Fund: Tier 2 Grant Government of Yukon · Foundation Not published · $20K – $75K The Yukon Community Development Fund: Tier 2 offers financial support for projects that generate sustainable economic and social benefits within Yukon communities.	Not published	$20K – $75K
CFGR: Women's Fund Grants Community Foundation of Greater Rochester · Foundation Not published · $1K The Women's Fund Grants by the Community Foundation of Greater Rochester aim to enhance the lives of women through support for innovative projects.	Not published	$1K
Sweet Grass Community Major Community Project Granting Sweet Grass Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Sweet Grass Community Major Community Project Granting aims to support impactful initiatives within Sweet Grass County.	Not published	$10K
Charles Hayward Foundation: Main Grant Programme - Overseas Charles Hayward Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to £15,000 The Charles Hayward Foundation's Main Grant Programme supports projects aimed at enhancing the livelihoods of disadvantaged communities in Commonwealth countries in Africa.	Not published	Up to £15,000
Regenerative Farmer Assurance Fund (RFAF) Healing Soils Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $50K Launched in March 2024 in response to widespread federal funding delays and freezes affecting USDA conservation programs (EQIP, CSP, RFSI, VAPG).	Rolling	Up to $50K
Utah Rural Jobs Economic Opportunity Grants · State Not published · Varies Supports growth of eligible rural small businesses by providing flexible and affordable capital to expand and create new jobs. Applications submitted through approved Rural Investment Companies.	Not published	Varies
Troy Foundation Quarterly Grants The Troy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Troy Foundation Quarterly Grants aim to enhance the quality of life for the Troy community by supporting charitable projects in arts, education, health, and more.	Not published	Varies
Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The City of Bloomington allocates Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).	Not published	Varies
Learning to Listen (L2L) - Transparency & Governance Track Filantropia Puerto Rico Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K – $156K Support cross-sectional strengthening of communities' civic engagement by:	Not published	$20K – $156K
Promise in Action Rock Quarry Road Corridor Small Business Grant Se Raleigh Promise Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Buhl Foundation Grant Program The Buhl Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to US $25,000 The Buhl Foundation Grant Program supports initiatives in Southwestern Pennsylvania that enhance community vitality and foster economic development.	Not published	Up to US $25,000
Build Our Future Grant Program Maryland Economic Development Corporation · State Not published · Varies The Build Our Future Grant Pilot Program and Fund provides grants for innovative and transformative infrastructure projects that accelerate the growth of eligible strategic industry sectors.	Not published	Varies
TSBCF Community Grantmaking The Troy Savings Bank Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Troy Savings Bank Charitable Foundation is dedicated to strengthening communities through impactful grantmaking. It focuses on programs that foster community development, youth development, and artistic initiatives.	Not published	$3K
Community Impact Grant Program Grand Haven Foundation Supporting Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Impact Grant Program is the primary grant mechanism through which GHACF awards funds to support community organizations and projects in northern Ottawa County. The foundation awards grants on a quarterly basis.	Not published	Varies
A. Lindsay and Olive B. O'Connor Foundation: Full Board Committee- Over $5,000 Grants A Lindsay & Olive B O'Connor · Foundation Not published · $5K The A. Lindsay and Olive B. O’Connor Foundation offers grants exceeding $5,000 to support projects that directly benefit Delaware County, NY. While proposals under $100,000 are preferred, larger submissions are also considered.	Not published	$5K
Old National Bank Foundation Sponsorships Grant Old National Bank Foundation Inc XXX-XX-XXXX · Foundation Not published · Varies The Old National Bank Foundation provides sponsorships to enhance community initiatives in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Cuba City-City of Presidents Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cuba City-City of Presidents Endowment Fund aims to provide enduring support for community projects, enhancing the beauty of Cuba City. Key initiatives include the Veterans Memorial and local beautification efforts.	Not published	Varies
SYBCIF Capital and Program Grants Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Foundation, established in 2005, aims to enhance community well-being through grants focusing on five key areas: Community Enhancement, Culture, Education, Health, and Native American Interests.	Not published	Up to $10K
Inspire Giving Fund Grant Sacramento Region Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Inspire Giving Fund Grant, established by the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, aims to promote civic engagement and philanthropy in the Sacramento area.	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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