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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Columbus Area Future Fund Grant Nebraska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Columbus Area Future Fund provides ongoing grants to support charitable purposes, specifically for 501(c)(3) organizations and government entities.	Not published	Varies
Community Solutions Grants Community Foundation of Greater Memphis Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K Multi-year initiative that invests in nonprofits leading community-driven strategies to strengthen safety, resilience, and well-being through innovative, ground-level solutions.	Not published	$50K – $150K
Participatory Action Research Grants (Investigate Grants) Vancouver Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.	Not published	Varies
Valley County Masonic Endowment Grant Montana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Valley County Masonic Endowment, established by the Nemont Manor Foundation, Inc. and managed by the Montana Community Foundation, offers grants of up to $5,000 to support local nonprofit and government entities.	Not published	Up to $5K
Rural Placemaking Grants C K Blandin Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $150K The Rural Placemaking Grants by the Blandin Foundation aim to enhance the quality of life in the most diverse and underserved rural communities.	Not published	$25K – $150K
Arthur Gibb Award for Sustainable Community Leadership Vermont Natural Resources Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies VNRC honors individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, commitment to public service, vision, creativity, ability to balance competing interests, integrity and humility in advancing environmental protection and sustainable…	Not published	Varies
TMF: Safe Communities Program Grant The Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The TMF: Safe Communities Program, established by The Miami Foundation, aims to enhance safety and opportunities for all residents of Greater Miami.	Not published	$10K – $30K
The Surface Creek Community Fund (SCCF) Grant Western Colorado Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Surface Creek Community Fund (SCCF), established in partnership with the Western Colorado Community Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life in Austin, Cedaredge, Cory, Eckert, and Orchard City.	Not published	Varies
Otter Tail Corporation Foundation Grant Program Otter Tail Corporation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Otter Tail Corporation Foundation Grant Program focuses on supporting 501(c)(3) organizations in communities across Arizona, Georgia, Illinois, Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota.	Not published	Varies
Georgia Coastal Management Program (GCMP): Coastal Incentive Grant Program (GA) Georgia Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $80K The Georgia Coastal Management Program (GCMP) aims to harmonize economic growth with the preservation of coastal resources.	Not published	Up to $80K
Field-of-Interest Grant Program - Economic Development Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K The Field-of-Interest Grant Program - Economic Development supports local nonprofits in Mendocino County with grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,500.	Not published	$1K – $6K
KBCF Grants Key Biscayne Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Key Biscayne Community Foundation (KBCF) is dedicated to making a lasting impact in Miami-Dade County and beyond through its grants.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Collins C. Diboll Private Foundation Grant Collins C Diboll Private Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Collins C. Diboll Private Foundation is a New Orleans private charitable foundation that considers grant proposals at quarterly Trustees meetings (typically March, June, September and December).	Not published	Varies
Strategic Prevention Framework - Partnerships for Success for States Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Strategic Prevention Framework - Partnerships for Success for States program aims to reduce substance use initiation and progression by enhancing community-based prevention services.	Not published	Varies
Current Grant Opportunities Community Foundation of West Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of West Texas offers various grant opportunities for nonprofits and charitable organizations serving the West Texas region. Grants support diverse causes and community needs.	Not published	Varies
NH Clean Water State Revolving Fund Grant New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services · Foundation Not published · Varies The NH Clean Water State Revolving Fund offers low-cost financial assistance for projects aimed at enhancing public health and water quality.	Not published	Varies
CDBG Planning Grants Economic Development Authority · State Not published · $1.5M	Not published	$1.5M
Small Cities Development Program Grant Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Foundation Not published · $600K – $1.4M The Small Cities Development Program (SCDP) provides essential funding to cities, townships, and counties for housing, public infrastructure, and commercial rehabilitation projects.	Not published	$600K – $1.4M
Joseph S. Rippey Charitable Trust Grant Joseph Rippey Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph S. Rippey Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Rochester, NY, focusing on various program areas including animal welfare, education, and community development.	Not published	Varies
PVHA Mini-Grant Program Patapsco Heritage Greenway Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K	Not published	$500 – $5K
Women and Girls of Color Fund: Rural Cycle Grant The Women's Foundation of Colorado Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Women and Girls of Color Fund: Rural Cycle aims to empower women and girls of color in Colorado by addressing systemic disparities they face in health, wealth, and access to resources.	Not published	$10K – $20K
Black Hills Community Giving Black Hills Corporation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We request you not apply if your event is scheduled more than six months in the future.	Not published	Varies
Washington State Public Participation Grants (Department of Ecology) - Toxics and Waste Front and Centered · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Department of Ecology's Public Participation Grants provide funding for community engagement projects related to toxic sites and waste management priorities.	Not published	Up to $60K
Land Bank Technical Assistance Network Round 3 RFA Grant Illinois Housing Development Authority · Foundation Not published · $500K The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has launched the Land Bank Technical Assistance Network Round 3 RFA to enhance community development and combat the housing crisis.	Not published	$500K

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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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