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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RurAL CAP Foundation Grant Rural Alaska Community Action Program · Foundation Not published · $500 – $25K The RurAL CAP Foundation Grant offers funding between $500 and $25,000 for projects aimed at supporting low-income individuals and rural communities.	Not published	$500 – $25K
LG&E and KU Foundation Community Grants LG&E and Ku Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The LG&E and KU Foundation Community Grants support initiatives focused on economic development, education, environmental excellence, and diversity.	Not published	Varies
Transportation Economic Development Infrastructure (TEDI) Program RFP Grant Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Foundation Not published · $1.8M The Transportation Economic Development Infrastructure (TEDI) Program, initiated by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), aims to enhance interagency collaboration to finance critical infrastructure…	Not published	$1.8M
Waunakee Community Foundation Grants Waunakee Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Waunakee Community Foundation, established in 2004, aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in the Waunakee area by funding impactful projects.	Not published	Varies
Outreach and Restoration Grant Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Outreach and Restoration Grant Program, a collaboration of Chesapeake Bay Trust and various Maryland counties and cities, aims to fund projects that enhance community engagement and environmental stewardship.	Not published	Up to $125K
2026 Native Food Sovereignty Grant First Nations Development Institute · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K About First Nations Development Institute & Native Agriculture and Food Systems Investments The Native Agriculture and Food Systems Investments program is a cornerstone of First Nations’ efforts to advance food sovereignty and security…	Not published	$10K – $40K
Thrive Inland SoCal for Catalyst Funding - Lane A Grant San Bernardino and Riverside Counties Union Services Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K Thrive Inland SoCal for Catalyst Funding aims to enhance job creation and resilience in the region by utilizing a $14 million grant from the Regional Investment Initiative.	Not published	Up to $25K
Ecolab U.S. Regional NPO (Non-Profit Organizations) Grant Program Ecolab Foundation (A/K/a Ecolab Industry Foundation) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ecolab U.S. Regional NPO Grant Program supports 501(c)(3) organizations in specific geographic areas, focusing on youth education, community development, environmental conservation, and arts initiatives.	Not published	Varies
GBCF: The CPI Quality of Life Barton County Fund Grant Golden Belt Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CPI Quality of Life Barton County Fund aims to enhance community well-being in Barton County through impactful projects.	Not published	Varies
Coast Electric Community Trust (CECT) Operation Round Up (ORU) Grants Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding pool sourced by Coast Power Association members who round up their utility bills. Supports community projects implemented by grant recipients.	Not published	Varies
Civic Practice Grants Opera America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies These grants support company efforts to learn more about civic priorities and develop partnerships with organizations within their communities.	Not published	Varies
Appalachian Forest Grants Program (Major Grants) Appalachian Forest Heritage Area Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K The Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area (AFNHA) awards Appalachian Forest Major Grants to nonprofit and government partners for projects supporting preservation, interpretation, and tourism development that advance AFNHA goals within…	Not published	$3K – $20K
Mini-Grant Program Lincoln Parks and Recreation Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Athens County Foundation Grant Athens County Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K The Athens County Foundation Grant supports local organizations by providing funding for projects that enhance economic vitality, community well-being, and collaboration.	Not published	$1K – $20K
Lilly Endowment's GIFT VII Community Leadership Grant Listed by Marshall County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K One-time $100,000 grant awarded to Marshall County Community Foundation to strengthen its leadership capacity and support community development initiatives through the Marshall County Crossroads team and enFocus Fellows program.	Not published	$100K
Glens Falls Foundation Grant Glens Falls Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Glens Falls Foundation Grant, established in 1939, aims to enhance the quality of life in the Greater Glens Falls area by funding non-profit organizations that meet community needs.	Not published	Varies
Neighborhood Transformation Grants City of St. Louis · State Not published · $100K – $2.5M The Neighborhood Transformation Grants program by the City of St. Louis aims to revitalize Qualified Census Tracts through proposals from non-profits, builders, and community organizations.	Not published	$100K – $2.5M
New Philadelphia Housing Plan (USDA Rural Development) Tuscarawas County Economic Development Corporation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This program supports housing initiatives through USDA Rural Development funding. The program involves a planning process to address housing needs in New Philadelphia.	Not published	Varies
EBCF: CITC Grants Eastern Bank Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Eastern Bank Foundation's CITC Grants support community development organizations with a 501(c)(3) IRS designation, focusing on addressing local needs in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island.	Not published	Up to $15K
Dot Foods’ Charitable Grant Program: Small Grants ($500 or less) Dot Foods · Foundation Not published · Varies Dot Foods’ Charitable Grant Program offers small grants of $500 or less to support local nonprofits, schools, and government entities. This initiative aims to enhance community development, education, health, diversity, and safety.	Not published	Varies
Cycle Oregon Fund Community Grants Cycle Oregon Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $35K The Cycle Oregon Fund, administered through the Oregon Community Foundation, makes annual grants to preserve special places in Oregon, promote bicycle safety and tourism, and support community projects throughout the state.	Not published	$5K – $35K
Resilient and Connected Appalachians Grant Program The Nature Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Resilient and Connected Appalachians Grant Program, offered by The Nature Conservancy, provides up to $100,000 for projects that acquire land and easements throughout the Appalachian region.	Not published	Up to $100K
Business & Workforce Development Grants California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $5M The Business & Workforce Development Grants aim to bolster California's wood products infrastructure, ensuring the sustainability of forests and supporting the communities reliant on them.	Not published	$10K – $5M
Logan-Holl Foundation Fund Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · Varies The Logan-Holl Foundation Fund Grant, established in 1968 by Barton A. Holl, supports projects benefiting the City of Logan and Hocking County, Ohio.	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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