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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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
Measure U Grants Mammoth Lakes Recreation · Foundation ~January · $225K MLR invites community partners to apply for Measure U Grant funding.	~January	$225K
CMCF Mall Family Endowment Grant Central Montcalm Community Foundation · Foundation Jan 31, 2027 · Varies The Mall Family Endowment (Central Montcalm Community Foundation, MI) provides annual funding for grants intended to help beautify the exterior facades of a building or park within the downtown business district in the Central Montcalm…	Jan 31, 2027	Varies
Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grant Program - CPI Rural Colorado Subgrant Program Colorado Preservation Inc · Foundation ~February · $600K The Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grants program fosters economic development in rural communities through the rehabilitation of historic buildings.	~February	$600K
REALTORS Housing Opportunities Fund Grant Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Inc · Foundation Feb 1, 2027 · Up to $5K The REALTORS Housing Opportunities Fund Grant, initiated by the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors in 2003, aims to support affordable housing projects in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties.	Feb 1, 2027	Up to $5K
PF Fund for the Baldwin Area Grant Maine Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · US $1,000 - US $20,000 The PF Fund for the Baldwin Area, managed by the Maine Community Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life in Baldwin, Maine.	~February	US $1,000 - US $20,000
Philip D. Levesque Memorial Community Award Gifford Medical Center Inc · Foundation ~February · $1K Director of Development and Public Relations	~February	$1K
Fresh and Healthy Food for All in Columbia County Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Feb 15, 2027 · Up to $8K The 'Fresh and Healthy Food for All in Columbia County' grant, backed by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, aims to enhance access to nutritious food for vulnerable households.	Feb 15, 2027	Up to $8K
Community Grants Brunswick Electric Membership · Foundation ~February · Up to $3K The Community Grants program provides funding to local non-profit organizations and community groups for projects that make a positive impact on the community. The program began in 2003 and continues to support community-led initiatives.	~February	Up to $3K
Community Building Grant Program Vincent B and Barbara G Welch Supporting Organization · Foundation ~February · Up to $10K Supports projects and organizations focused on making communities stronger across Maine. This is MaineCF's largest grant program, receiving over 600 applications annually.	~February	Up to $10K
Community Building Grant Program Edward H Daveis Benevolent Fund · Foundation ~February · Up to $10K This grant program supports projects and organizations focused on making communities stronger by investing in people, engaging communities in design and delivery, and strengthening community resources.	~February	Up to $10K
Community Building Grant Program Maine Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · Up to $10K Supports projects and organizations focused on making communities stronger through:	~February	Up to $10K
Dominion Energy Foundation Grants Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation · Foundation Feb 19, 2027 · $1K – $15K The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation supports tax-exempt organizations under IRS Section 501(c)(3) in four key areas: human needs, environmental stewardship, education, and community vitality.	Feb 19, 2027	$1K – $15K
Community Grants Rotary International Springfield · Foundation ~February · $5K – $35K The Rotary Club of Springfield Southeast is a member of Rotary International, the world's largest service organization. Founded in 1967 with 32 charter members, the club has grown to 198 members as of January 31, 2026.	~February	$5K – $35K
Operation Round Up (ORU) Grants The Community Foundation of Northwest Georgia Inc · Foundation Feb 28, 2027 · Up to $10K	Feb 28, 2027	Up to $10K
GMFF Community Grants Greater Menomonee Falls Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies The Greater Menomonee Falls Foundation grants program funds a variety of community needs that are supported by non-profit organizations working in the Greater Menomonee Falls Area.	~March	Varies
Wightman Wieber Foundation Grant The Michelle Wightman-Karrie Wieber Charitable Foundation · Foundation Mar 1, 2027 · $1K – $20K The Wightman Wieber Foundation Grant, established in memory of Michelle Wightman and Karrie Wieber, supports various community needs in Erie County.	Mar 1, 2027	$1K – $20K
Innovative Stormwater Grant Program NC Land & Water Fund · State Mar 1, 2027 · Varies Annual competitive grant program for innovative stormwater management projects that support conservation, preservation, and restoration of North Carolina's natural and cultural resources.	Mar 1, 2027	Varies
Community Grant Program Boca Grande Woman's Club Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies The Boca Grande Woman's Club provides funding for infrastructure, local organizations, and area schools through its Community Grant Program.	~March	Varies
Women Investing in Shepherd (WISH) Grants Shepherd University Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · Up to $26K Provides grant funding to qualifying local nonprofits and Shepherd University learning projects. Eligible Applicants - Regional Nonprofit Organizations: Eligible Applicants - Shepherd University Learning Projects:	~March	Up to $26K
Northern Chautauqua- Community Grants Program Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Mar 1, 2027 · $1K – $15K The Northern Chautauqua Community Grants Program, managed by the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation, aims to enhance the community's quality of life through strategic investments in nonprofit initiatives.	Mar 1, 2027	$1K – $15K
2026 Tourism GAP Grant (Grant Assistance Program) Belmont County Tourism Council Inc · Foundation ~March · Up to $110K	~March	Up to $110K
Jane Lonon Legacy Grant Ashe County Arts Council Inc · Foundation ~March · $2K Projects that feature fine arts, performing arts, or heritage arts: Funded activities must take place between May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027 (for current cycle)	~March	$2K
Competitive Grants Branford Community Foundation · Foundation ~March · $2K – $20K An annual process to review and support organizations and programs that serve the Branford Community. This is the primary funding opportunity through which most of BCF's grant-making occurs.	~March	$2K – $20K
Tourism Gives Grant Program Hamilton County Tourism Inc · Foundation ~March · $122K The program funds tourism-focused non-profit organizations, art districts, events and festivals. As of 2024, grants are centered around Hamilton County Tourism's "Inspire Hamilton County" initiatives with four focus areas:	~March	$122K

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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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