Community Development & Employment Grants

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.

3,314 grants
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Community Sustaining Fund (CSF) of Thurston County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Sustaining Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Sustaining Fund (CSF) of Thurston County Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Community Sustaining Fund…

UNION PACIFIC FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Ties Giving Program: Annual Local Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Union Pacific Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The Community Ties Giving…

Varies (examples: $18,144, $20,000, $30,000, $18,500, $20,000+)
THE LEAGUE CLUB INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Trust Fund Grants Organization: The League Club, Inc. (Naples, Florida) Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Collier and Lee Counties, Florida Focus Areas: - Education for…

HENDRICKS COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Community Unity Grants Status: OPEN - Reviewed monthly Geographic Scope: Hendricks County, Indiana Focus Areas: Grants support projects and programs that meet these priorities: - Increased civic…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Vision Fund- Visionary Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary Overview NOTE:…

SAN JOAQUIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Community Wealth Building RFP In partnership with the San Joaquin Community Foundation, Edge Collaborative is proud to invite proposals for projects that lead to real estate acquisition or…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
KABOOM INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community-Built Playspace Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: KaBOOM! Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Community-Built Playspace Grants, funded by…

INTERNET SOCIETY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community-Centered Connectivity Grant: Catalyst Track Status: ACTIVE Funder: Internet Society Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary Overview Note: The…

SAN DIEGO TIJUANA WORLD DESIGN CAPITAL · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Community-Driven Design Grants Program Status: Application period closed. 17 organizations and businesses selected for funding in 2024. Geographic Scope: San Diego Tijuana region (California-Mexico…

THE WILLIAM PENN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Community-Driven Green Space Plans Opportunity Overview The Foundation would like to support efforts that will enable residents of Philadelphia and Camden to develop a shared vision for…

Varies (example: $100,000 awarded to Somerset County cohort)
Good Shepherd Food Bank · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community-Driven Strategies to End Hunger Initiative Funder: Good Shepherd Food Bank Purpose: Work with local communities to identify and invest in solutions to each area's unique food access…

THE GREATER NEW ORLEANS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The New Orleans Community Support Foundation (NOCSF) invites applications from eligible nonprofit and community-based organizations for grants under the Community-Led Green Infrastructure…

Varies by grant (examples: $2.9M approved February 2026, $1.4M approved December 2025, $612K approved December 2024)
RICHLAND COUNTY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Competitive and Field of Interest Grants Overview: The Richland County Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations addressing community needs through competitive grants and field of interest…

SANTA FE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Community Grants - Spring Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Santa Fe Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Competitive Community Grants…

GREATER CEDAR RAPIDS COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Donor-Advised Funds: Altorfer Inc. Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Amount: Approximately US $2,400 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The…

SELECTFLORIDA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Florida Partnership Program Overview: A grant program that establishes a partnership between small and rural communities and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) to create…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of community development & employment grants are available?
Community Development & Employment Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for community development & employment grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for community development & employment grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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