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 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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State Fair of Texas: Grant State Fair of Texas · Foundation ~March · $5K – $10K The State Fair of Texas offers grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to support nonprofit organizations in the South Dallas/Fair Park community.	~March	$5K – $10K
Crawford Impact Initiative Grants Crawford Heritage Community Foundation · Foundation ~March · $5K – $25K The Crawford Impact Initiative Grants support non-profit organizations in Crawford County, providing a redesigned grant program that offers impactful funding opportunities.	~March	$5K – $25K
Stone Foundation Grants - Maine The Stone Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Mar 15, 2027 · $5K – $25K The Stone Foundation Grants in Maine offer flexible and trust-based philanthropic support primarily focused on Monmouth County, New Jersey, and Wabanakiq, Maine.	Mar 15, 2027	$5K – $25K
Hazel Patterson Memorial Grant Wyoming Community Foundation · Foundation ~March · $1K – $10K The Hazel Patterson Memorial Grant, offered by the Wyoming Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in Johnson County, Wyoming, that meet community needs.	~March	$1K – $10K
PACF: Community Action Grants Parkersburg Area Community Foundation Inc (Previously Pacf Inc) · Foundation Mar 15, 2027 · Up to $20K The PACF Community Action Grants support nonprofits in West Virginia through a competitive grant process twice a year. Grants up to $20,000 are available for diverse fields such as Arts, Education, and Community Development.	Mar 15, 2027	Up to $20K
Annual Spring Community Grant Cycle Morton Community Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies Grants are generated from all fund types:	~March	Varies
Clayton County Foundation for the Future Grants Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque · Foundation ~March · Up to $2K Support for projects and programs addressing critical community needs.	~March	Up to $2K
Annual Community Grants Program Cranberry Foundation · Foundation ~March · $500 – $5K The Cranberry Foundation invites applications for its Annual Community Grants Program. Applications are reviewed by the Cranberry Foundation's Community Impact Committee, with final approval by the Foundation Board of Directors.	~March	$500 – $5K
Woods Hole Foundation Grant Program Woods Hole Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · $250 – $5K Since 1979, the Woods Hole Foundation has distributed grants to support local nonprofits and community organizations. Grants are intended to maintain and improve the quality of life and character of the Woods Hole/Falmouth community.	~March	$250 – $5K
PIDC-D'Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development Pidc Local Development Corporation · Foundation ~March · Up to $3K Supports graduate students at Philadelphia schools pursuing careers in urban development and finance.	~March	Up to $3K
Infrastructure Development Grant Great Lakes Sports Commission · Foundation ~March · Up to $150K Matching grants up to $150,000 to support qualified infrastructure development projects.	~March	Up to $150K
Frederick S. Upton Foundation BIG IDEA Grant Berrien Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~April · $25K – $50K The Frederick S. Upton Foundation BIG IDEA Grant (via Berrien Community Foundation, MI) provides each year one $50,000 and one $25,000 grant to nonprofits serving Berrien County, MI to support innovative programming and new ideas; process…	~April	$25K – $50K
Community Building Grants Grays Harbor Community Foundation · Foundation Apr 1, 2027 · $5K – $30K Grants to benefit and continuously invest in the community. The Foundation addresses community needs by supporting nonprofit community organizations throughout Grays Harbor County.	Apr 1, 2027	$5K – $30K
The Gold Beach Community Fund Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation ~April · $500 – $3K The Gold Beach Community Fund Grant, administered by the Oregon Community Foundation, offers financial support for various projects aimed at enhancing Central Curry County.	~April	$500 – $3K
Ramble Charitable Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation ~April · $3K – $13K The Ramble Charitable Fund Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Buncombe County by supporting projects in education, economic development, and health care.	~April	$3K – $13K
Frederick S. Upton Foundation Big Idea Grant Berrien Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Apr 1, 2027 · $25K – $50K The Frederick S. Upton Foundation Big Idea Grant offers two annual grants of $50,000 and $25,000 to nonprofit organizations in Berrien County. This program encourages innovative ideas and collaborative efforts to enhance community services.	Apr 1, 2027	$25K – $50K
Community Grants Program New Hanover Community Endowment Inc · Foundation ~April · Up to $5K The Community Grants Program provides flexible funding to organizations working to strengthen New Hanover County.	~April	Up to $5K
PACT Grants (PACT United) United Way of Acadiana Inc · Foundation ~April · Up to $100K Started in 2008, PACT United is a competitive, community-wide initiative focused on supporting community partnerships aligned with United Way of Acadiana's focus areas. Eligible organizations must be located in:	~April	Up to $100K
Community Foundation’s Rolling Grant Program The Community Foundation of Frederick County Maryland Inc · Foundation ~April · From $500 The Community Foundation’s Rolling Grant Program offers financial support for a variety of purposes, serving individuals and organizations in Frederick County, Maryland.	~April	From $500
Creative Community Solutions Grant Program The Bush Foundation · Foundation Apr 30, 2027 · Up to $300K The Creative Community Solutions Grant Program, launched by the Bush Foundation in partnership with Strengthen ND, seeks innovative solutions to community challenges in North Dakota.	Apr 30, 2027	Up to $300K
Change Ripley County Grant Ripley County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation May 2, 2027 · Up to $10K The Change Ripley County Grant, initiated by the Ripley County Community Foundation, empowers local youth aged 13-23 to engage with their communities.	May 2, 2027	Up to $10K
PGST Community Investment Grant Program Port Gamble S'klallam Foundation · Foundation May 31, 2027 · Up to $10K	May 31, 2027	Up to $10K
Low Family Foundation We See You Grants Berrien Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~June · Varies The Low Family Foundation (LFF) We See You Grants (via Berrien Community Foundation, MI) support nonprofits aligned with the founders' values by expanding opportunities and supporting critical needs in and around Berrien County, MI…	~June	Varies
First Financial Community Grants Hamilton Community Foundation · Foundation ~June · Up to $40K The First Financial Community Grants, managed by the Hamilton Community Foundation, focus on enhancing community growth in low-income areas.	~June	Up to $40K

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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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