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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Blight Elimination Program (BEP) Rush County Economic and Community Development Corporation · Foundation Rolling · $230K The Blight Elimination Program provides funding to help prevent avoidable foreclosures by eliminating blighted and abandoned homes in communities. The program is part of Indiana's Hardest Hit Fund initiative.	Rolling	$230K
CFMDC: Community Grants The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Grants program by the Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County aims to improve the quality of life for residents in Muncie and Delaware County, Indiana.	Not published	Varies
Reconnecting Communities Project The San Antonio for Growth · Foundation Not published · Varies Restoring access and opportunity in historically divided neighborhoods.	Not published	Varies
John R. Oishei Foundation Grant The John R Oishei Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: At this time, we are not accepting new grant requests, and organizations that have a current or pending grant with the Foundation, including those who have been awarded transition grants, can access the portal and submit requested…	Not published	Varies
Springville Chamber of Commerce Fund Greater Olean Community Foundation DBA Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $965 This fund supports community projects that will have a lasting benefit for residents and visitors in the Springville area.	Rolling	Up to $965
T-Mobile Hometown Grants T-Mobile USA Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies T-Mobile Hometown Grants is a $25 million, five-year initiative to support the people and organizations who help small towns across America thrive and grow. Hometown Grants are given every quarter to up to 25 small towns.	Not published	Varies
Walnut Hills Mini-Grant Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies A community-driven grant program supporting grassroots initiatives to improve quality of life in Walnut Hills. The foundation funds passionate community members working on projects to make their community special.	Rolling	Varies
Blocker Foundation: Discretionary Grant The Blocker Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Blocker Foundation offers Discretionary Grants to empower the Hampton Roads community by funding organizations that tackle immediate needs.	Not published	Up to $25K
Ippolito Charitable Foundation of Galveston Grant Ippolito Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Ippolito Charitable Foundation of Galveston focuses on enhancing the quality of life in Galveston, Texas through grants aimed at economic development, conservation, and historical preservation.	Not published	Up to $10K
Crankstart Foundation Grant Crankstart Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Crankstart is a San Francisco-based family foundation devoted to bolstering the foundations of a just society - wider access to better education, jobs with prospects for advancement, housing security, social welfare and the protection of…	Not published	Varies
Stable Housing and Empowering Communities Grant Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bank of America Charitable Foundation focuses on supporting organizations that empower communities through basic needs, income creation, and stable housing.	Not published	Varies
Southern Lowcountry Grants: Catalyst Grant Program Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Catalyst Grant program has been paused to incorporate new civic engagement research that is currently underway in the region._ Established in 1974, Coastal Community Foundation works to create vibrant communities along South…	Not published	Varies
Nebraska DEE: Emergency Assistance Grants Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nebraska DEE Emergency Assistance Grants provide crucial financial support for wastewater treatment facilities that have been impacted by natural disasters or unforeseen events.	Not published	Varies
Competitive Grants: Cycle 2- Fall grant cycle The Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham · Foundation Not published · $5K – $75K The Competitive Grants: Cycle 2 by the Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham supports nonprofits in Blount, Jefferson, Shelby, and St. Clair Counties.	Not published	$5K – $75K
Nonprofit Business Development Program West End Opportunity Partnership · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Small Community Planning Grant Water & Waste Funding · State Not published · Varies Planning grants available for small communities to develop water and wastewater infrastructure plans.	Not published	Varies
Floodplains by Design Grants State of Washington Department of Ecology · State Not published · Up to $10M The Floodplains by Design Grants program aims to enhance community resilience to flooding and restore vital habitats in Washington's river corridors.	Not published	Up to $10M
Rural Housing Readiness Assessment Grant Program (IA) Iowa Economic Development Authority · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Rural Housing Readiness Assessment Grant Program in Iowa supports local governments in enhancing housing policies through data-driven assessments.	Not published	Up to $20K
Community Reconstruction Fund National Equal Justice Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports renovation and construction of office facilities and education on development alternatives.	Not published	Varies
Direct Effect Awards Grant Colorado Housing And Finance Authority · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Direct Effect Awards, presented by the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA), aim to support nonprofit organizations in Colorado that enhance affordable housing and community development.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Dr. Young Building Improvements Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · $42K The Dr. Young Building Improvements Grant aims to fund the renovation of a historic structure in Golconda, Illinois, built in 1887.	Not published	$42K
Forever Austin Fund Grants Charitable Holdings II · Foundation Not published · $2.3M Endowment-based grant program providing general operating support to local nonprofits. In 2025, ACF awarded $2.3 million in general operating support to 99 local nonprofits.	Not published	$2.3M
Gibson County- Community Good Grants Program Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gibson County Good Grants Program offers one-time grants to support various projects in Gibson County.	Not published	Varies
SMSC Donations & Grants Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community · Foundation Not published · Varies The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community offers various funding opportunities, including non-cash donations, mini-grants, and larger grants aimed at supporting Tribal governments and Native American organizations.	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 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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