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.
Denver Downtown Development Authority (DDDA) Project Applications Status: Applications open on rolling basis as of March 2025 Geographic Scope: Downtown Denver, Colorado Funding Amount: $570 million…
Department of Employment and Economic Development - Competitive Contract Opportunities DEED solicitation announcements of competitive grant and professional/technical (PT) services contract…
Department of Public Safety - Justice and Community Grants Program The Justice and Community Grants unit of OJP serves as a catalyst for statewide approaches to reducing and preventing crime,…
Department of Public Safety - Service Planning Grants Service Planning Grants can be used for information-gathering and a variety of studies or for implementing certain recommendations or plans…
Department of Transportation - Grants Mn/DOT makes grants for transportation-related purposes. Some grants are awarded on a "formula" basis to qualifying recipients, while others are awarded through…
Department of Transportation - Tribes and Transportation Agency Transportation Department Topics Public Transportation, Cultural Outreach, Tourism, Public Transportation, Neighborhood Development,…
Department of Transportation – Active Transportation Program The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Active Transportation Program helps communities plan, build infrastructure, and encourage…
Department of Transportation – Minnesota Rail Service Improvement Program The MRSI Grant program provides grants for freight rail service improvement projects that support economic development in…
Department of Transportation – Port Development Assistance Program The Minnesota Port Development Assistance Program (PDAP) provides the state’s public port authorities with capital investment…
Designated and Agency Fund Grants Overview: The Richland County Foundation allocates grants from Designated Funds (which provide annual support to donor-selected charities) and Agency Funds…
Designated Legislative (DL) Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Summary The Designated Legislative (DL)…
Destination Development Grant (ND) Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota Department of Commerce Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The Destination Development Grant (ND) provides $15 million in…
Destination Development Grants Status: Active (2025 awards announced October 15, 2025) Geographic Scope: North Dakota (statewide) Focus Areas: Tourism infrastructure enhancement, visitor experience…
Destination Disaster Recovery Fund Status: No longer active Overview: Previously focused on restoring and rebuilding tourism resources and infrastructure impacted by disasters. Strategy revolved…
Destination Forward Grant - Tier I A: Planning and Design (NM) Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Mexico Tourism Department Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The Destination…
Destination Iowa Fund Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iowa Arts Council Last Updated: August 03, 2025 Summary The Destination Iowa Fund Grant Program, funded with $6.5 million, aims to enhance…
Detailed Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marion County Community Foundation Amount: More than US $3,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Marion County Community Foundation provides grants to…
Detroit LeadSafe Housing Program Program Type: Home repair and housing revitalization program Geographic Scope: Detroit, Michigan (expanded to include area 48217) Program Description: - Housing and…
Detroit Means Business Geographic Scope: Detroit, Michigan Program Description: Detroit Means Business is a DEGC-led initiative focused on business assistance and support for Detroit small…
Develop the Developer Academy (DTDA) Overview: Training and capacity-building program for aspiring real estate developers. Participants gain access to tools and resources needed to build community…