Community Development & Employment Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Community Grant Program Funder: ARH Foundation for Healthier Communities Mission: To further healthcare, education, and community involvement in Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia through…
Community Grant Program Funder: Mason County Community Foundation (MCCF, Inc.) Geographic Scope: Mason County, WV (applicant must be located in Mason County or program must serve Mason County…
Community Grant Program Purpose: General grant support for charitable and community improvement purposes. Eligibility: - Registered 501(c)(3) charitable organizations - Units of government or…
Community Grant Program Funder: Essentia Health Geographic Scope: Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin Program Description: Essentia Health has a more than 20-year history of investing in…
Community Grant Program Overview: Community Foundation Santa Cruz County awards approximately $2 million annually through their Community Grants cycle to support nonprofits addressing pressing local…
Community Grant Program Funder: Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Geographic Scope: Rural communities across the United States Overview: The Foundation for Rural Service awards grants to rural…
Community Grants Status: Grant cycle currently closed; next cycle opening information available Geographic Scope: San Miguel and Mora Counties, New Mexico Eligibility: - Organizations located in or…
Community Grants Status: Active Geographic Scope: Newaygo County, Michigan (primary); Lake, Mecosta, and Osceola counties (through affiliate foundations) Focus Areas: 1. Community and Economic…
Community Grants Funder: Portland Parks Foundation Program Type: Community-focused grant program Overview: General community grants program supporting parks and community initiatives in Portland.…
Community Grants Funder: Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation (BEMC) Program Status: Active and accepting applications annually Geographic Scope: Brunswick and Columbus counties, North Carolina…
Community Grants Overview: Grants to tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) nonprofits benefiting the residents of Burke County. Eligible Applicants: - Tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) organizations - Must serve Burke County…
Community Grants Funder: Sandia Foundation Geographic Scope: Albuquerque, New Mexico Background: Since its inception in 1948, the Sandia Foundation has granted more than $49 million to Dickinson…
Community Grants Organization: Waukesha County Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Waukesha County, Wisconsin Overview: The WCCF's flagship competitive grant program has been awarding grants to…
Community Grants Funder: Benton Community Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Benton County, Indiana and surrounding communities Purpose: Open requests for projects that benefit the community. Grant…
Community Grants Geographic Scope: Hampton Roads, Virginia Purpose: Competitive grants focused on long-term positive community impact Focus Areas: Community Grants focus on 6 areas: - Cultural…
Community Grants Program Funder: Rotary Club of Springfield Southeast Status: Active annual funding cycle Geographic Scope: Greene and Christian counties, Missouri Award Amount: Grants average $5,000…
Community Grants Geographic Scope: Rush County, Indiana Focus Areas: Support for nonprofit organizations serving Rush County communities, including: - Public safety (police, fire departments,…
Community Grants Purpose: Support a wide variety of organizations and projects addressing critical local needs. Geographic Scope: Newaygo County and affiliate counties (Lake, Mecosta, Osceola) Focus…
Community Grants Overview: Strategic grants awarded to local agencies and programs addressing critical community needs in Newaygo County and affiliate counties (Lake, Mecosta, Osceola). Geographic…
Community Grants Funder: Junior League of Collin County (JLCC) Geographic Scope: Collin County, Texas Focus Areas: - Economic insecurity - Family violence - Innovative approaches to solving social…