Community Development & Employment Grants

Last updated October 27, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,255 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. 1,480 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 3,255; from 1,982 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$150K
Total listed funding: $515.9M; across 1,480 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 130; 148 with a published date

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Places and Spaces Program (previously Neighborhood Improvement Fund (NIF) Grant) City of Hampton · State Not published · Up to $150K The Places and Spaces Program aims to enhance neighborhoods in Hampton by funding collaborative projects that improve public spaces.	Not published	Up to $150K
Workforce Housing Tax Incentive Program Economic Development Authority · State Not published · $100M	Not published	$100M
Lee County Youth Services, Inc. (LCYS) Grant Keokuk Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Lee County Youth Services, Inc. (LCYS) Grant aims to support 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Lee County, Iowa, focusing on youth programs.	Not published	Up to $5K
Umpqua Bank Fdn.: Community Grant - Small Grants Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Umpqua Bank, through the Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation, continues to believe in the power of partnership by leading with a Social Impact Strategy and Community Grants program that reflects a deep commitment to improving economic…	Not published	Varies
CGF: Danville Fund Community Giving Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation is dedicated to the enrichment of the quality of life for residents of the greater Danville area through superior stewardship of enduring charitable gifts.	Not published	Varies
Community Fund Grants (Starke County Community Foundation) Northern Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Starke County Community Foundation (SCCF) awards grants to local nonprofit organizations through its Community Funds. These endowed funds continue to grow and support community projects.	Not published	Varies
New Mexico Economic Development Grant Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico · Foundation Not published · Varies The New Mexico Economic Development Grant, provided by the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico, aims to foster economic growth by supporting projects that enhance the tax base and create quality jobs in the region.	Not published	Varies
Essentia Health Community Grant St Joseph's Medical Center · Foundation Rolling · Varies Essentia Health prioritizes contributions to non-profit organizations working to address social determinants of health in four key priority areas: Requests for funding are reviewed on a rolling basis. Allow at least 90 days for a response.	Rolling	Varies
Atherton Family Foundation Grants Atherton Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Atherton Family Foundation Grants support charitable activities in Hawai‘i, focusing on areas such as arts, education, health, and community development.	Not published	Varies
Partnership Fund Grant The Bush Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Partnership Fund Grant by the Bush Foundation is designed for unique funding needs that do not align with existing programs.	Not published	Up to $150K
WATER, WASTEWATER, and STORMWATER – Community and Housing Infrastructure Program (CHIP) Vermont Economic Progress Council · State Not published · Varies Enables municipalities to finance essential infrastructure (like water, sewer, roads, and stormwater systems) that supports new housing development using tax increment financing. See CHIP Guidelines to learn more.	Not published	Varies
Digital Opportunity Grant for Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity, Utah Broadband Center · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K The Digital Opportunity Grant for Utah aims to enhance digital equity by funding programs that empower communities with the technological means to participate fully in society.	Not published	$50K – $500K
Housing RFP The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ʻĀina Aloha Economy Fund Hawaii Investment Ready · Foundation Not published · Varies Hawaiʻi's first catalytic capital fund helping to shift the narrative of economic investment and change in Hawaiʻi.	Not published	Varies
Neilson Foundation Grant George W Neilson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The George W. Neilson Foundation, established in 1962, supports community projects in the Bemidji region, focusing on enhancing the quality of life in arts, education, environment, health, and economic development.	Not published	Varies
SBGP Community Development Fund (CDF) Grant South Baltimore Gateway Partnership · Foundation Not published · $50K In 2015, Baltimore adopted the South Baltimore Gateway Master Plan, a sweeping plan to improve neighborhoods across South and Southwest Baltimore that are close to the Horseshoe Casino.	Not published	$50K
Youth Philanthropy Council Grant Program Northern New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Youth Philanthropy Council Grant Program, established by the Northern New York Community Foundation, empowers youth by engaging them in philanthropy and community development.	Not published	Up to $25K
BOOST Application Economic Development Authority · State Not published · $1M	Not published	$1M
Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants State Farm Companies Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies State Farm's Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants aim to enhance community safety, development, and education.	Not published	Varies
Rural Community Endowments: Grass Range Community Foundation Grant Central Montana Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grass Range Community Foundation Grant, managed by the Central Montana Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life in Central Montana.	Not published	Varies
Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Major Grant Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Major Grant supports impactful projects in the community, focusing on arts, education, health, community development, and human services.	Not published	Up to $25K
Community Enhancement Grants: Oregon City Metro · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Enhancement Grant Program in Oregon City aims to improve the quality of life by funding projects that enhance cleanliness, promote recycling, and upgrade community spaces.	Not published	Varies
PA Local Share Account (LSA) – Monroe County Grant Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The PA Local Share Account (LSA) – Monroe County Grant, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, allocates 2% of gross terminal revenues from licensed gaming facilities to support community and…	Not published	Varies
Watershed Assistance Grant Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Watershed Assistance Grant Program, a collaboration between the Chesapeake Bay Trust and state agencies, aims to enhance water quality in Maryland and West Virginia.	Not published	Up to $150K

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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 3,255 community development & employment grants Grantable lists as of October 27, 2026, 1,480 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, 1,982 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are community development & employment grants due?

Of 3,255 grants listed, 130 accept applications on a rolling basis, 148 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, 49% 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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