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 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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Spencer County Community Foundation’s Impact Grant Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation is a charitable resource devoted to our local community. We help people make meaningful gifts that improve life in Spencer County, Indiana today and for generations to come.	Not published	Varies
A.L. Lewis Black Opportunity and Impact Fund Grants The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to US $25,000 The A.L. Lewis Black Opportunity & Impact Fund grants aim to support nonprofit organizations in Duval County, fostering community empowerment through health, education, and economic growth.	Not published	Up to US $25,000
BECU Foundation: People Helping People Awards Grant Becu Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The BECU Foundation's People Helping People Awards honor exceptional nonprofit work in communities served by BECU. Each year, BECU members can nominate organizations for grants up to $50,000.	Not published	Up to $50K
Madison County Community Foundation: Engage Grants Madison County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Madison County Community Foundation (MCCF) offers Engage Grants to enhance community well-being through funding for first-time grantees.	Not published	Up to $3K
Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation Grant Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations in Franklin Park, IL, focusing on various program areas including animal welfare, arts and culture, education, and health.	Not published	Varies
Climate, Access, and Resource (CAR) Funding Grant California Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Climate, Access, and Resource (CAR) Funding program, administered by the California Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy, provides financial support for projects that enhance climate resilience, community access, and natural…	Not published	Varies
BGCF365 Grants Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies BGCF365 is a giving circle made up of emerging philanthropists and civic leaders who have a desire to create change in Lexington.	Not published	Varies
Lahontan Community Foundation Fund Grants Tahoe Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lahontan Community Foundation Fund Grants aim to support non-profit organizations enhancing the Truckee and North Tahoe Region. Founded in 2002, the foundation fosters community engagement through fundraising and grants.	Not published	Varies
Local Food Infrastructure Grant Program Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · $1K – $250K The Illinois Department of Agriculture (the “Department” or “IDOA”) is issuing this Notice of Funding Opportunity (“NOFO”) to provide grants through the Local Food and Infrastructure Grant Act [505 ILCS 92] and Administrative Code Title 8…	Not published	$1K – $250K
Lead Service Line Inventory Grant Program Illinois Department of Environmental Protection · Foundation Not published · $20K – $50K The Lead Service Line Inventory Grant Program offers funding to local government units for creating a comprehensive lead service line inventory as mandated by Illinois law.	Not published	$20K – $50K
Open Competitive Grants- Community Grant Cycle Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation connects people and opportunities, generating resources to build a more caring, creative, and effective community. TTCF utilizes a simplified and streamlined granting process.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants Community Foundation of Burke County · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants to tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) nonprofits benefiting the residents of Burke County.	Not published	Varies
City of Chicago Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) Somercor 504 Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K	Not published	Up to $250K
General Grant Cycles (Education, Workforce & Economic Development; Arts & Community; Health & Wellness) The Barberton Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community-Built Playspace Grants Kaboom Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community-Built Playspace Grants, funded by KaBOOM!, aim to empower communities to create kid-designed playspaces that foster health and well-being.	Not published	Varies
RMPIF MD Rural Entrepreneurship Grant Rural Maryland Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF) aims to enhance the living standards in rural Maryland by promoting entrepreneurship and economic development.	Not published	Varies
Special Project Grants (Colorado Springs Downtown Development Authority) Colorado Springs Community Ventures Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Special Project Grants fund initiatives that address Elevate Downtown Plan goals but do not fit the Building Enhancement, Signature Events or TIF categories - most likely feasibility studies and other studies/reports, public safety…	Rolling	Varies
Kings County Conservation Futures Grant King County Parks · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kings County Conservation Futures Grant provides essential funding for the Land Conservation Initiative, aimed at preserving vital natural and urban green spaces.	Not published	Varies
Refresh Fund Wilkinsburg Community Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 Provides materials and supplies funding for vacant lot projects and neighborhood beautification initiatives.	Not published	Up to $500
Kampe Foundation General Grants Kampe Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Grant submissions by invitation only until further notice._ The Kampe Foundation is a private foundation that provides programs and funding to nonprofit organizations in the fields of community development, social justice, and…	Not published	Varies
Elliott County Endowment Fund Foundation for the Tri-State Community Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the Elliott County Endowment Fund at the Foundation for the Tri-State Community is to improve the quality of life in our community by raising, encouraging, administering and distributing gifts for charitable, cultural…	Not published	Varies
Youth Giving Project One Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K A youth-led grant program that empowers young people to take on active philanthropic leadership roles in their communities.	Not published	$15K
Community Change Grants America Walks Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Community Change Grants program aims to provide support to America Walks' network of advocates, grassroots organizers, organizations, and agencies using innovative, engaging, and inclusive programs and projects to create tangible…	Not published	$2K
Greener Grounds Grant Keep Louisiana Beautiful Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program supporting greener grounds and environmental sustainability initiatives. Listed among KLB's grant offerings.	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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