Community Development & Employment Grants

Last updated October 29, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,253 active community development & employment grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, 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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Wolverine Worldwide Foundation Grant Wolverine World Wide Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wolverine Worldwide Foundation Grant aims to enhance community well-being through dedicated support in areas such as health, education, and environmental sustainability.	Not published	Varies
Rural Grants The Daniel Foundation of Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rural Grants program by the Daniel Foundation of Alabama aims to enhance community well-being by supporting organizations in Tier 1 and Tier 2 counties.	Not published	Varies
Catalytic Opportunities & Big Ideas (COBI) Grant Program (Colorado Springs Downtown Development Authority) Colorado Springs Community Ventures Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The COBI Grant Program advances high-impact projects identified in Volume II, Chapter 1 (Land Use and Character) of the Elevate Downtown Plan that deliver meaningful community benefit and catalyze additional private investment.	Rolling	Varies
New York Community Bank Foundation Grants New York Community Bank Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The NYCB Foundation does not accept unsolicited grant requests but you may send a one-page introductory letter.	Not published	Varies
Foreign Market Concierge Program Bradenton Area Economic Development Corp · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant to offset the cost of finding a single country representative (distributor) in a foreign market.	Not published	Varies
Arts & Culture and Strengthening Lorain County Community Grants Cycle Community Foundation of Lorain County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts & Culture and Strengthening Lorain County Community Grants Cycle offers vital support for local organizations focused on enhancing community engagement through arts and culture.	Not published	Varies
Growing Greenwood Fund Grant Emporia Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to US $1,000 The Growing Greenwood Fund, managed by the Emporia Community Foundation, provides essential financial support for education, community development, health care, and recreation projects in Greenwood County.	Not published	Up to US $1,000
Connecticut Small Business Support Grant Hedco Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K Partnership between HEDCO Inc., the Spanish American Merchants Association (SAMA), the Governor's Office, State of Connecticut, and the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD).	Not published	Up to $30K
Oneida County Microenterprise Grant Program Economic Development Growth Enterprises Corporation · Foundation Not published · $170K Grant program administered by Mohawk Valley EDGE on behalf of Oneida County for small businesses seeking funding for business investment projects that result in job creation.	Not published	$170K
Neighborhood Activities Grant Thomasville Community Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K	Not published	Up to $5K
J.L. Bedsole Foundation Grant J L Bedsole Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The J.L. Bedsole Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for citizens in Southwest Alabama by supporting educational opportunities, cultural initiatives, and community development.	Not published	Varies
Seed Fund Grant Chapel of the Cross · Foundation Not published · $15K – $25K The Chapel of the Cross Seed Fund aims to foster innovative community initiatives that may not have been possible without this support.	Not published	$15K – $25K
Local Environment Fund Grants Trust for Oxfordshire's Environment · Foundation Not published · Up to £50,000 The Local Environment Fund, managed by the Trust for Oxfordshire's Environment, offers financial support for community-driven nature recovery projects in Oxfordshire and Berkshire.	Not published	Up to £50,000
Citizens Awards US Chamber of Commerce Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Citizens Awards shine a national spotlight on companies that lead with purpose. For more than 25 years, the Corporate Citizenship Awards have recognized businesses for their leadership in solving the world's biggest challenges.	Not published	Varies
Major Sporting Event Venue Zone (MSEVZ) Economic Opportunity Grants · State Not published · Varies Promotes economic development for major sports facilities in Utah and encourages redevelopment of aging venues, the development of new venues and supporting infrastructure, and increased use of public transportation.	Not published	Varies
Breaking the Cycle Grants Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: In deference to our strategic planning process, we will not be accepting any new grant inquiries or applications in 2025.	Not published	Varies
AMIBA Community Fund American Independent Business Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fund works in partnership with member IBAs to help grow local communities and the Local Economy Movement by awarding grants to support:	Not published	Varies
Nevada/Vernon County Philanthropic Society Grantmaking Program Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Nevada/Vernon County Philanthropic Society Grantmaking Program aims to enhance the quality of life for Vernon County residents through strategic grantmaking.	Not published	Up to $25K
The Philip Boyle Foundation Grant Foundation Management · Foundation Not published · Varies The Philip Boyle Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations in Central Oklahoma, continuing the philanthropic legacy of its founder, Philip Boyle.	Not published	Varies
Small Business Loan Assistance Community Action Agency of Oklahoma City & Oklahoma/Canadian Counties · Foundation Rolling · $15K – $50K The Small Business Loan Assistance program provides financing options designed to promote the expansion and growth of small businesses and increase employment within Oklahoma City.	Rolling	$15K – $50K
CFWT: E. Jay Matsler Trust for Historic Preservation Grant Community Foundation of West Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies The E. Jay Matsler Trust for Historic Preservation Grant, established by a $348,000 bequest, supports historic preservation projects in Lubbock and Hale counties.	Not published	Varies
Atlanta FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance Department of Commerce · Federal Not published · Up to $300K NOTICE: Application Process as of April 6th EDA is excited to announce the launch of its new grants management platform: the Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE).	Not published	Up to $300K
Debra Wegman Grant Shiawassee Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Debra Wegman Grant, offered by the Shiawassee Community Foundation, supports various charitable programs including healthcare, education, arts, community improvement, and youth initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Local Event Grant Lovin' Lake County · Foundation Not published · $300 – $30K Lovin' Lake County recognizes and appreciates local organizations for their efforts in community events.	Not published	$300 – $30K

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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 29, 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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