Community Development & Employment Grants

Community Development & Employment Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

3,314 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
Approximately US $5,000
GARLAND D RHOADS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Garland D. Rhoads Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Garland D Rhoads Foundation Amount: Approximately US $5,000 Last Updated: July 18, 2025 Summary The Garland D. Rhoads Foundation Grant…

Golden Belt Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

GBCF: The CPI Quality of Life Barton County Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Golden Belt Community Foundation Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The CPI Quality of Life Barton County Fund aims…

THE GREATER BELOIT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation

GBEDC Discretionary Grant Program Funder: Greater Beloit Economic Development Corporation (GBEDC) Geographic Scope: Greater Beloit area, Wisconsin Program Purpose: Support economic development…

GREENWOOD COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

GCCF: Community Impact Grants - Community Enhancement Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greenwood County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The GCCF Community…

GREENWOOD COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

GCCF: Community Impact Grants - Innovation Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greenwood County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The GCCF Community Impact…

GREENWOOD COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

GCCF: Community Impact Grants - Open Granting Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greenwood County Community Foundation Last Updated: January 15, 2025 Summary The GCCF: Community Impact Grants - Open Granting…

MIDLAND AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

GCCF: Grant Requests Status: ACTIVE Funder: Midland Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Gladwin County Community Foundation (GCCF) is dedicated to enhancing community…

GOLDEN CIVIC FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

GCF: “For the Good of Golden” Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Golden Civic Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Golden Civic Foundation's "For the Good of…

Galesburg Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

GCF: The Turnout Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Galesburg Community Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary GCF: The Turnout Grants invite local nonprofits, schools, and government agencies in…

Up to US $10,000
GREATER CEDAR RAPIDS COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

GCRCF: Linn County Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The GCRCF: Linn County Grants aim to improve…

US $500 - US $1,000,000
CHAUTAUQUA REGION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gebbie Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $1,000,000 Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Gebbie Foundation Grant aims to…

GECU FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

GECU Foundation Charitable Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gecu Foundation Last Updated: October 29, 2025 Summary The GECU Foundation Charitable Grant aims to enhance community welfare through…

BETHEL COMMUNITY SERVICES · Rolling / Open Foundation

General BCSF Grant Application Organization: Bethel Community Services Foundation (BCSF) Geographic Scope: Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region, Alaska Focus Areas: BCSF considers three sizes of grants…

HILLSDALE COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

General Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillsdale County Community Foundation Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Hillsdale County Community Foundation offers General Foundation Grants…

GREATER OXFORD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · August 15, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

General Grant Program Funder: Greater Oxford Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Greater Oxford Community, Ohio Focus Areas: The foundation funds grants in the following areas: - Arts and Culture…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HOWARD COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview General Grants Part of our regular grant cycles, general grants are a continuation of our traditional, responsive grantmaking program which supports a variety of programs and services in our…

EL PASO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

General Grants for Nonprofits Organization: El Paso Community Foundation Geographic Scope: El Paso, Southern New Mexico, and Ciudad Juárez region Eligibility: Nonprofits seeking to improve community…

NORTHERN NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

General Grants Program Geographic Focus: Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence Counties, NY Purpose: The Northern New York Community Foundation makes grants to support the work of non-profit…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of community development & employment grants are available?
Community Development & Employment Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for community development & employment grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for community development & employment grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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