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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Community Fund Grants Heritage Fund - the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Fund Grants, managed by the Heritage Fund of Bartholomew County, support local organizations with over $700,000 annually.	Not published	Varies
Community Investments Grants Delta Dental of New York Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Investments program focuses on providing smaller grants that support local communities and encourage employee engagement through giving and volunteering.	Not published	Varies
Urban Agriculture Resilience Grant Program American Public Gardens Association · Foundation Not published · Varies In 2020, the United States Botanic Garden (USBG) and the American Public Gardens Association (the Association) initiated the Urban Agriculture Resilience Program.	Not published	Varies
Individual Funding Request Form The Chehalis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Partnerships for Regional Economic Performance (PREP) Grant Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The Partnerships for Regional Economic Performance (PREP) aims to enhance regional collaboration in economic development, ensuring efficient service delivery to businesses.	Not published	Varies
City of Richland - Community Development Block Grant City of Richland · State Not published · Varies The City of Richland's Community Development Block Grant program provides essential funding to support affordable housing and community development initiatives for low- and moderate-income residents.	Not published	Varies
Phoenix IDA, PCDIC and ACF Community Development Fund Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Funder is unsure of an open date for the Phoenix IDA opportunity. They hope to release more information by late October or early November 2024.	Not published	Varies
NJCC: Garden State Relief Fund Community Loan Fund of New Jersey Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: NJCC will aim to process Garden State Relief Fund applications within 10-21 business days._ Relief and Recovery for Small Businesses & Nonprofits The Garden State Relief Fund is meeting the long-term needs of small businesses and…	Not published	Varies
Burney Regional Community Fund Grant Community Foundation of the North State · Foundation Not published · $1K – $8K The Burney Regional Community Fund, established by Pattern Energy Group LP, provides financial support to nonprofits and public agencies in the Greater Burney Region.	Not published	$1K – $8K
Alfred & Lillie Dunlavey Charitable Trust Grant Alfred & Lillie Dunlavey Char Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alfred & Lillie Dunlavey Charitable Trust Grant supports education and civic organizations in Jefferson County, Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Strategic Closing Fund Maryland Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies The Sunny Day Strategic Closing Fund supports extraordinary economic development opportunities that create and retain employment as well as create significant capital investments.	Not published	Varies
NIA — Neighbors in Action Grant Rochester Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $10K The NIA — Neighbors in Action program, initiated in 2025, aims to empower community-driven projects in Rochester.	Not published	$250 – $10K
McElhattan Impact Fund for the Knox Area Bridge Builders Community Foundations FKA Venango Area Comm Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Bridge Builders Community Foundations will generate growth and progress in our communities by actively engaging individuals and organizations through transformative philanthropy.	Not published	Varies
Progress Alliance of Washington Grant - Core Grants Washington Progress Fund · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Progress Alliance of Washington Grant focuses on empowering organizations that build political power, particularly for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Montgomery County Job Creation Fund Greater Rockville Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Rolling · $10K – $500K For FAQs and eligibility verification: https://bit.ly/3Pzt3cS	Rolling	$10K – $500K
Pablo Foundation Grant Pablo Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $250K The Pablo Foundation Grant aims to foster a vibrant and sustainable community in Eau Claire by funding innovative projects over $10,000 that align with its vision and commitments to equity, diversity, and environmental sustainability.	Not published	$10K – $250K
Healthy Environment, Healthy Communities Grant Program - Environmental Improvement Action Projects Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Healthy Environment, Healthy Communities Grant Program The Healthy Environment, Healthy Communities Grant Program will support community outreach and engagement, environmental action, and larger-scale restoration projects in the…	Not published	Varies
Climate Resilient Communities Fund Grant PGE Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The PGE Foundation, an independent philanthropic organization, aligns its grantmaking with Portland General Electric’s commitment to the communities it serves.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Community Ties Giving Program: Annual Local Grants Union Pacific Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Community Ties Giving Program by Union Pacific Foundation offers local grants aimed at enhancing community well-being through diverse funding priorities.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Environmental Protection Fund Local Waterfront Revitalization Program Dept of State Funding · State Not published · Varies Helps local governments revitalize their communities and reconnect to their waterways. 2026-2027 funding cycle.	Not published	Varies
Equitable Charitable Foundation Grant Equitable Bank Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Equitable Charitable Foundation Grant aims to support various charitable initiatives within Equitable Bank's communities, focusing on community development, education, and health care.	Not published	Varies
Fund for York County York County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $140K The Fund for York County is the foundation's primary fund for high-impact initiatives supporting community development. It is comprised of nearly 60 funds designated to meet the community's most pressing needs.	Not published	$5K – $140K
Presbyterian Committee on the Self-Development of People Grant Presbyterian Mission Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The Presbyterian Committee on the Self-Development of People Grant supports partnerships with economically disadvantaged groups in the U.S. It aims to empower these communities to take control of their lives and address systemic issues of…	Not published	Varies
Capital Magnet Fund (CMF) Evernorth Loan Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $950K	Not published	$950K

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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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