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 Foundation of Greater Clemson Grant Community Foundation of Greater Clemson · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Community Foundation of Greater Clemson Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations serving Clemson and neighboring areas. The foundation aims to enhance community welfare through strategic grantmaking.	Not published	Up to $5K
Downtown Arts & Culture Impact Grants Missoula Downtown Association · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
RJJB Family Foundation Grant RJJB Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The RJJB Family Foundation, established in 1997 by Rodney and Jeanna Pilot, aims to foster a legacy of philanthropy in coastal Alabama.	Not published	Varies
2026 NYS CDBG Public Infrastructure, Public Facilities, Community Planning, Microenterprise, and Imminent Threat HCR CDBG · State Not published · Varies CDBG funding for multiple program areas including public infrastructure projects, public facilities improvements, community planning initiatives, microenterprise business support, and projects addressing imminent threats to community…	Not published	Varies
River Bluff Community Foundation Grant Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The River Bluff Community Foundation Grant supports nonprofits enhancing the quality of life in Clinton and Camanche.	Not published	$500 – $5K
SPF: The Discretionary Fund Grant Southern Partners Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Southern Partners Fund's Discretionary Fund Grant aims to support grassroots community organizing for social, economic, and environmental justice in the Southeastern United States.	Not published	Up to $4K
South32 Hermosa Community Fund Grant Community Foundation for Southern Arizona · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The South32 Hermosa Community Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Santa Cruz County, Arizona, focusing on education, economic participation, health, and natural resource resilience.	Not published	Up to $10K
Partnerships for Local Agriculture & Nutrition Transformation in Schools (PLANTS) Chef Ann Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies PLANTS is a sub-grant program that funds projects led by groups of local partners advancing systemic and equity-driven approaches to transforming school food supply chains.	Not published	Varies
Land & Building Acquisition Program Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Land & Building Acquisition Program, administered by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, aims to enhance the quality of life for Illinois residents through funding for land acquisition and capital improvements.	Not published	Varies
Foundation for Delaware County Impact Grants Foundation for Delaware County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation for Delaware County (the Foundation) is pleased to announce the 2025 Impact Grants competitive grantmaking cycle.	Not published	Varies
Maryland Smart Energy Communities Maryland Energy Administration · State Not published · Varies Suite of programs that provide funding to local governments for eligible energy projects in return for voluntarily adopting energy-related goals.	Not published	Varies
Fayette County Community Foundation Grants Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Fayette County Community Foundation, part of the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa, is dedicated to enhancing the welfare of Fayette County residents.	Not published	$1K – $10K
NE Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Nebraska Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nebraska Department of Agriculture is inviting proposals for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of specialty crops in Nebraska.	Not published	Varies
RKMF General Application Grant Richard King Mellon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Richard King Mellon Foundation invites innovative proposals that align with their 2021-2030 Strategic Plan, aiming to invest over $1.2 billion to enhance opportunities in southwestern Pennsylvania.	Not published	Varies
Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Proposition 4: Community and Climate Resilience Grant Program Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy Proposition 4: Community and Climate Resilience Grant Program aim to award projects and programs that protect biodiversity; restore watershed function; and expand equitable access to parks…	Not published	Varies
HCCF Grants Harrison County Community Foundation Supporting Organization Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Harrison County Community Foundation (HCCF) offers grants year-round to nonprofit agencies serving Harrison County, Indiana. Eligible applicants must have a minimum of two years of operation and be in good standing with the IRS.	Not published	Up to $200K
Community-Driven Design Grants Program San Diego Tijuana World Design Capital 2024 · Foundation Not published · $10K – $75K A partnership between World Design Capital 2024 and the City of San Diego offering multiple funding categories for publicly accessible programs, projects, events, and festivals that align with WDC 2024 Focus Areas.	Not published	$10K – $75K
Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Chicago, IL Foundation Tr UA Fifth Third Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fifth Third Foundation in Chicago, IL, supports nonprofit organizations focused on education, arts, community development, and health services. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations operating in the region.	Not published	Varies
Community & Economic Prosperity Grants James Graham Brown Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: If you have an idea for a grant request that you would like the foundation to consider, the first step is to submit a concept paper through our online portal.	Not published	Varies
2026 NYS Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program HCR CDBG · State Not published · Varies The NYS CDBG Program provides federal funding to eligible cities, towns, villages, and counties to develop viable communities by providing decent, affordable housing, suitable living environments, and expanding economic opportunities for…	Not published	Varies
GCF: “For the Good of Golden” Grants Golden Civic Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Golden Civic Foundation's "For the Good of Golden" Grant Program supports the economic and cultural vitality of the Golden community.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Mitsui U.S.A. Foundation Grant The Mitsui USA Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mitsui U.S.A. Foundation, established in 1987, focuses on supporting educational and community welfare initiatives across the U.S. It prioritizes qualified 501(c)(3) organizations that enhance the quality of life, particularly through…	Not published	Varies
Clancy & Theys 1949 Fund (Triangle Community Foundation) Triangle Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Grants of up to $10,000 from a fund that builds communities through effective and strategic engagement.	Not published	Up to $10K
Destination Development Grants Beulah Convention and Visitors Bureau Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies

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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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