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 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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Energy Efficiency and Conservation Grant West Central Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants of $2,000-$20,000 are available for communities with populations under 15,000 for energy planning and project development to reduce energy use and fossil fuel emissions and improve energy efficiency.	Not published	Varies
Duke Energy: Ohio: Local Impact Grants Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local Impact Grants of up to $20,000 to support initiatives in vibrant economies, climate resiliency, and equity.	Not published	Up to $20K
SST Foundation Grants Swiss Foundation for Solidarity in Tourism · Foundation Not published · Fr.5,000 - Fr.25,000 The SST Foundation Grants support sustainable tourism projects globally, focusing on improving economic, cultural, and social conditions in tourist destinations while promoting environmental protection.	Not published	Fr.5,000 - Fr.25,000
Bloomberg Public Art Challenge The Bloomberg Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Public Art Challenge does not open for applications annually._ Supporting innovative temporary public art projects that enhance the vibrancy of cities.	Not published	Varies
Congregation & Organization Grants Mid-Atlantic Lutherans in Mission Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies MALIM seeks to fund innovative and creative projects that align with its core values and that reach out to communities and groups in new ways.	Rolling	Varies
Transform Lake County Grant- Programmatic Funding Legacy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $35K The Transform Lake County Grant provides programmatic funding to support 501(c)(3) organizations in Lake County, Indiana.	Not published	$2K – $35K
USDA Revolving Loan Fund Nishnabotna Valley Rural Electric Cooperative · Foundation Rolling · Varies Through the operation of a Revolving Loan Fund (RLF), Nishnabotna Valley REC provides a funding source with the goal of providing low-interest loans to assist with local economic and community development projects.	Rolling	Varies
Cairo Community Foundation Grants Cairo Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cairo Community Foundation (Cairo, NE) accepts grant applications on two cycles per year - a Winter cycle due February 1 and a Summer cycle due in August.	Not published	Varies
Mahaska County Community Foundation (MCCF) Grant Mahaska County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mahaska County Community Foundation (MCCF) Grant supports local 501(c)(3) nonprofits and governmental bodies in Mahaska County.	Not published	Varies
Impact100 Garden State Grant Impact100 Garden State · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Impact100 Garden State Grant aims to support innovative projects that enhance the well-being of underserved populations in various focus areas, including Arts & Culture, Education, Health & Wellness, and Environmental Preservation.	Not published	Up to $100K
Small Business Development Program West End Opportunity Partnership · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Benwood Foundation Grants Benwood Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Benwood Foundation Grants focus on fostering shared prosperity in Chattanooga by partnering with diverse stakeholders.	Not published	Varies
The Monroe Fund Grant Program Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Monroe Fund Grant Program, established in 1996, acts as a permanent endowment fund managed by the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Baltimore Regional Neighborhood Initiative Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies The Baltimore Regional Neighborhood Initiative program aims to demonstrate how strategic investment in local housing and businesses can lead to healthy, sustainable communities with a growing tax base and enhanced quality of life.	Not published	Varies
Loveland Generations Fund Grant Community Foundation of Northern Colorado · Foundation Not published · Varies The Loveland Generations Fund, established in 2000, supports projects that benefit Loveland residents. Managed by the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado, it prioritizes youth initiatives, particularly those addressing homelessness.	Not published	Varies
CTIA Wireless Foundation: Catalyst Grant Program Ctia - the Wireless Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The CTIA Wireless Foundation's Catalyst Grant Program aims to empower social entrepreneurs leveraging 5G technology to tackle critical challenges in American communities.	Not published	Up to $100K
Impact Travel Fund Tourism Cares Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Impact Tourism Fund focuses on investing in the resiliency of destinations through community-level tourism initiatives that spread the benefits of tourism.	Rolling	Varies
Detroit Means Business Detroit Economic Growth Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Detroit Means Business is a DEGC-led initiative focused on business assistance and support for Detroit small businesses. The program emphasizes collaboration among ecosystem partners to better serve local businesses.	Not published	Varies
Rocket Community Fund Grant Rocket Mortgage LLC · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rocket Community Fund Grant, initiated by Rocket Mortgage, aims to enhance community welfare by addressing homelessness, preventing displacement, and promoting equitable homeownership.	Not published	Varies
Chesapeake Energy: In-Kind Resources Grant Chesapeake Energy · Foundation Not published · Varies Chesapeake Energy is committed to enhancing community welfare through its In-Kind Resources program.	Not published	Varies
Community Investment Grants Marathon Petroleum Corporation / Marathon Petroleum Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Marathon Petroleum Corporation's Community Investment Grants aim to enhance community welfare through strategic partnerships with 501(c)(3) non-profits and government entities.	Not published	Varies
Placemaking Grants National Association of Realtors · Foundation Not published · Varies NAR funds the betterment of the real estate industry through this grant program. Limited details available on the grants and funding page.	Not published	Varies
Wilson Foundation: Empower Grant The Huey & Angelina Wilson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wilson Foundation's Empower Grant supports transformative projects in North Baton Rouge, particularly in ZIP codes 70802, 70805, 70806, 70807, 70811, and 70812.	Not published	Varies
Duplin County Community Foundation Grant Program North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Duplin County Community Foundation Grant Program, administered by the North Carolina Community Foundation, provides funding for local nonprofits and community projects in Duplin County.	Not published	$500 – $1K

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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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