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 state and 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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Heart of Cook Grants Berrien Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~June · $100 – $10K Heart of Cook Grants (funded by the Heart of Cook Foundation, part of the Cook Nuclear Plant/Indiana Michigan Power, via Berrien Community Foundation, MI) offer mini grants of $100-$500 and a standard program of $501-$10,000 to nonprofits…	~June	$100 – $10K
Intercultural Harmony Initiative Grant The Musser Fund · Foundation ~June · Up to $25K The Intercultural Harmony Initiative Grant, provided by the Laura Jane Musser Fund, supports collaborative projects that foster understanding and cooperation among diverse cultural groups.	~June	Up to $25K
.ORG Impact Awards Public Interest Registry · Foundation ~June · Up to $50K The .ORG Impact Awards is a global awards program celebrating remarkable individuals and organizations leveraging .ORG domains to ignite change and transform communities worldwide.	~June	Up to $50K
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Tourism Development CDBG Program · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies Funding for tourist attractions expected to draw 2,500 visits annually. Supports community and economic development through tourism-related projects.	Jun 30, 2027	Varies
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Economic Development CDBG Program · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies Funding for loans to businesses or infrastructure construction projects undertaken for economic development purposes. Part of the federal CDBG program administered by Nebraska DED.	Jun 30, 2027	Varies
Economic Development Loans CDBG Program · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies CDBG funding for loans to businesses or infrastructure construction projects undertaken for economic development purposes. Eligible applicants must address a CDBG national objective and meet other eligibility requirements.	Jun 30, 2027	Varies
Economic Development CDBG Program · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies CDBG funding for loans to businesses or infrastructure construction projects undertaken for economic development purposes.	Jun 30, 2027	Varies
Tourism Development CDBG Program · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies CDBG funding for tourist attractions expected to draw 2,500 visits annually. Projects must align with CDBG national objectives and benefit low and moderate-income persons or address community development needs.	Jun 30, 2027	Varies
Pirkle Jones Fund Artist Award (Community-Based Art Projects) Marin Community Foundation · Foundation ~June · $100K Build community spirit through the arts by funding projects that use arts to build, inspire, and unite community in key neighborhoods.	~June	$100K
Arts Build Communities (ABC) Grant Program Artsmemphis · Foundation ~July · Up to $5K Arts Build Communities is a partnership between ARTSmemphis and the Tennessee Arts Commission that directly supports arts projects broadening access to arts experiences, addressing community quality of life issues through the arts, and…	~July	Up to $5K
CFCM: Community Support Grants Community Foundation of Central MO · Foundation ~July · $500 – $2K The Community Foundation of Central Missouri (CFCM) promotes community well-being through its Community Support Grants.	~July	$500 – $2K
Fond du Lac Area Foundation Impact Grants Fond Du Lac Area Foundation · Foundation ~July · Up to $100K The Fond du Lac Area Foundation offers Impact Grants aimed at enhancing the quality of life in the community.	~July	Up to $100K
Large Grants (Huney) Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island Trust · Foundation ~September · $25K – $100K The Large Grants (Huney) Committee awards significant grants for major capital projects that will have transformative impact on the Bainbridge Island community.	~September	$25K – $100K
Scioto 365 Grant The Scioto County Area Foundation · Foundation ~September · $1K – $15K A dynamic community leadership initiative of the Scioto Foundation designed to encourage widespread participation in community and economic development for the improvement of the Scioto County area.	~September	$1K – $15K
Revitalization and Placemaking (RAP) 2.0 Program Detroit Economic Growth Association · Foundation Sep 30, 2027 · $1M – $20M The RAP 2.0 program provides access to real estate and place-based infrastructure development gap financing in the form of grants. It is designed to support revitalization and placemaking initiatives across Michigan.	Sep 30, 2027	$1M – $20M
Connected Communities Grants Central Carolina Community Foundation · Foundation ~September · $10K – $60K The Connected Communities Grants aim to enhance the quality of life in the Midlands by funding innovative projects that foster community attachment and satisfaction.	~September	$10K – $60K
Revitalization and Placemaking (RAP) 2.0 Program Detroit Economic Growth Corporation · Foundation Sep 30, 2027 · $1M – $20M The RAP 2.0 program provides access to real estate and place-based infrastructure development gap financing through grants.	Sep 30, 2027	$1M – $20M
Michigan Baseball Foundation Annual Grant Program Michigan Baseball Foundation Inc · Foundation ~November · $2K – $81K Funding decisions are determined by one or more of the following guidelines: MBF owns and operates Dow Diamond, home of the Great Lakes Loons, a Single-A partner of the Los Angeles Dodgers.	~November	$2K – $81K
Housing & Transit Reinvestment Zone (HTRZ) Economic Opportunity Grants · State Dec 31, 2027 · Varies Enables a portion of incremental tax revenue growth to be captured over a period of time to support development costs, including housing affordability and increased density.	Dec 31, 2027	Varies
First Home Investment Zone (FHIZ) Economic Opportunity Grants · State Dec 31, 2027 · Varies Enables a portion of incremental tax revenue growth to be captured over time to accommodate the zone's project and system infrastructure costs. Focuses on housing affordability.	Dec 31, 2027	Varies
WACF Community Fund Grants Walker Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The WACF Community Fund Grants support eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Walker County, offering opportunities through Spring and Fall cycles or year-round requests under $5,000.	Not published	Varies
CRDA Government Grants Casino Reinvestment Development Authority · Foundation Not published · Varies The CRDA Government Grants aim to stimulate economic growth and community development in Atlantic City. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) non-profits with a proven track record of community service.	Not published	Varies
Greenbush Area Community Fund Grant Northwest Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Greenbush Area Community Fund offers grants up to $2,500 to nonprofit and public entities in the Greenbush area, supporting programs that enhance education, economic development, aesthetic improvements, and enrichment for youth and…	Not published	Up to $3K
Iowa West Foundation Grant Iowa West Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Iowa West Foundation Grant supports various community projects aimed at improving lives and strengthening communities in southwest Iowa.	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 3,255 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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