Community Development & Employment Grants

Last updated October 28, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,253 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. 1,478 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 3,253; from 1,981 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$150K
Total listed funding: $515.8M; across 1,478 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 130; 146 with a published date

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Idaho Community Development Block Grant (CDBG): Job Creation Idaho Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Idaho Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program supports job creation by funding public infrastructure projects in cities and counties with populations under 50,000.	Not published	Up to $500K
Drinking Water Source Protection Grant Program (OR) Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Foundation Not published · Up to $3M The Drinking Water Source Protection Grant Program (OR) provides crucial funding for public water suppliers to enhance, restore, or protect drinking water sources.	Not published	Up to $3M
FishAmerica Foundation R3 Grant Program American Sportfishing Association · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K Applications available at: fishamerica.org	Not published	$500 – $10K
Downtown Facade Enhancement Program (Bowling Green) Bowling Green Community Development Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $20K City of Bowling Green (OH) reimbursement grant providing 50% matching funds up to $20,000 for eligible exterior facade improvements to commercial or mixed-use buildings in the Downtown Special Improvement District (awnings, masonry…	Rolling	Up to $20K
Maine Domestic Trade Expansion Program (DTEP) Maine International Trade Center · Foundation Not published · Varies DTEP provides financial support to help Maine companies diversify and grow markets within the United States (domestic market expansion). The program has shifted from individual company grants to focus on:	Not published	Varies
MVAF Microloan Program Mon Valley Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies Designed to help small businesses create and retain jobs, renovate downtown buildings, and encourage economic development in the Mon Valley.	Not published	Varies
Allyn Family Foundation - Opportunity Fund Grant Allyn Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K We believe that Central New York has the human and social capital to build a vibrant community. Generational poverty and social inequality present a significant hindrance to realizing our full potential.	Not published	$5K – $25K
The Meigs County Foundation Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The Meigs County Foundation Grant, established in 2011, supports philanthropic initiatives in Meigs County.	Not published	Up to $35K
Community Grant Application United Way of Cowlitz County · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Environmental Initiative- Planning Grants The Musser Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Environmental Initiative Grant Program by the Laura Jane Musser Fund aims to support public and nonprofit entities in enhancing the ecological integrity of open spaces.	Not published	Up to $8K
Monroe County Community Foundation Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Monroe County Community Foundation Grant supports projects that enhance community well-being in Monroe County, Ohio.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Statewide Mitigation Program Office of Resilience Grants · State Not published · Varies Applications are currently open for a statewide mitigation program.	Not published	Varies
Community Forestry Grants Program: Municipal Forester Texas A&M Forest Service · Foundation Not published · $100K The Texas A&M Forest Service's Community Forestry Grants Program aims to enhance urban and community forestry across Texas by funding Municipal Forester positions.	Not published	$100K
North Newton Community Foundation Grant Central Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The North Newton Community Foundation Grant aims to enhance community well-being through educational opportunities, cultural enrichment, and health improvements.	Not published	Up to $3K
New York Foundation Core Grants New York Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $238K The New York Foundation Core Grants support community organizing, grassroots advocacy, and movement-building efforts in New York City.	Not published	Up to $238K
Mullick Foundation Grant Mullick Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mullick Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on education, community impact, culture, and health. Based in Saline, Michigan, it aims to build intergenerational pathways to success.	Not published	Varies
James S. Bower Foundation Grants James S Bower Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The James S. Bower Foundation offers grants to public charities in the Santa Barbara area focused on educational, scientific, religious, and charitable efforts.	Not published	Varies
Centralized Diversion Fund (CDF) Building Changes · Foundation Not published · Varies A system-wide resource developed with Africatown International and Building Changes. Provides flexible funding to help families move into permanent housing by addressing barriers that keep families locked out of housing.	Not published	Varies
Allamakee County Community Foundation Grants Allamakee County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Allamakee County Community Foundation Grants support community-driven projects within Allamakee County, Iowa. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, and municipalities, with grants available up to $20,000.	Not published	Up to $20K
Opportunities Grants Community Foundation of Jackson Hole · Foundation Not published · Varies A Catalyst Grants program addressing intractable community issues through compelling strategies and innovative partnerships.	Not published	Varies
Broadwater County Development Corporation: Marketing Grant Montana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Broadwater County Development Corporation offers a Marketing Grant aimed at promoting events that boost economic development in Broadwater County.	Not published	Up to $500
Dora Roberts Foundation Grant Dora Roberts Foundation - · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dora Roberts Foundation Grant supports organizations focused on arts, social service, health, and education, particularly in the Big Spring, Texas area.	Not published	Varies
Sprout Grants Growing Hope Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sprout Grants aim to foster community self-reliance, self-determination, and food sovereignty through the support of local community gardens.	Not published	Varies
Polaris Foundation Grant The Polaris Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Polaris Foundation Grant focuses on long-term community investment, emphasizing areas such as environment, community development, youth safety, and education in STEM and trades.	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 3,253 community development & employment grants Grantable lists as of October 28, 2026, 1,478 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, 1,981 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are community development & employment grants due?

Of 3,253 grants listed, 130 accept applications on a rolling basis, 146 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, 48% 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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