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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LCRA Community Grants Lower Colorado River Authority · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The LCRA Community Grants program supports local communities with financial assistance of up to $50,000 for capital improvement projects aimed at enhancing community assets.	Not published	Up to $50K
Coastal Partnership Initiative Grant Program Florida Department of Environmental Protection · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The Coastal Partnership Initiative Grant Program provides competitive funding from the NOAA to support Florida's coastal counties and municipalities in managing coastal resources effectively.	Not published	$10K – $30K
Greater Memphis Area Grants Autozone Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Memphis Area Grants by AutoZone aim to support nonprofit organizations in Shelby County, Tennessee. These grants focus on improving community health, education, and development with an emphasis on diversity and inclusion.	Not published	Varies
Action, Implementation, & Mitigation ( AIM) Grants Coalitions & Collaboratives Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $75K The Action, Implementation, and Mitigation (AIM) Grants, offered by COCO, support organizations in enhancing wildfire risk reduction efforts.	Not published	$10K – $75K
RCF Competitive Grant Cycle Richland County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Richland County Foundation offers the RCF Competitive Grant Cycle to partner with nonprofit organizations addressing community needs.	Not published	Varies
Wilson Foundation: Engage Grant The Huey & Angelina Wilson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wilson Foundation's Engage Grant aims to foster collaboration within the community, addressing critical needs through cooperative approaches.	Not published	Varies
Montgomery County MOVE Program Greater Rockville Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Rolling · Varies The updated MOVE grant program helps businesses that are: All applicants must be located in Montgomery County. For questions about grant program, qualifications, or application assistance, contact the Business Center.	Rolling	Varies
MI Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Michigan Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $30K – $500K The MI Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), managed by the Michigan DNR, supports the development of public outdoor recreation facilities.	Not published	$30K – $500K
OGE Energy Corp. Foundation Grant OGE Energy Corp. Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The OGE Energy Corp. Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) charities enhancing community well-being through education, health, and arts.	Not published	Varies
Community and Economic Enhancement Grant Program – Proposition 68 Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community and Economic Enhancement Grant Program, funded by Proposition 68, aims to bolster Delta communities' economic vitality and heritage.	Not published	Varies
Community Builder Grants Toledo Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Greater Toledo Community Foundation is a public charitable organization created by citizens of our community to enrich the quality of life for individuals and families in our service area.	Not published	Varies
EPA Youth Internship and Community Greening Grant The John Bartram Association · Foundation Not published · Varies This competitive EPA grant supports paid internship positions for young people in Southwest Philadelphia combined with direct environmental improvement projects including tree planting and installation of home garden beds.	Not published	Varies
Community Shopping Days Grant Community Food Co-op · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Shopping Days Grant supports local nonprofits and organizations in Bellingham and Whatcom County by providing 2% of combined sales from Co-op locations on designated shopping days.	Not published	Varies
MassTrails Grants Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation · Foundation Not published · Varies The MassTrails Grants program offers matching grants to support the development and maintenance of trails in Massachusetts. Grants can reach up to $500,000, depending on the project type.	Not published	Varies
California Inflation Reduction Act Grants California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) · Foundation Not published · $150K – $3M The California Inflation Reduction Act Grants support Urban and Community Forestry projects aimed at enhancing tree canopy access and community engagement, particularly in disadvantaged areas.	Not published	$150K – $3M
Small Block Grants Healthy Neighborhoods Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K HNI-funded grants that support neighborhood marketing and project organizing that build the real estate market and strengthen social connections among neighbors. Eligible projects include:	Not published	$500 – $5K
Baybrook Revitalization Fund (BRF) Greater Baybrook Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Baybrook Revitalization Fund's mission is to foster wealth creation and economic growth in underserved Baltimore-area neighborhoods by delivering innovative financial and community development services that support local businesses…	Not published	Varies
Wean Foundation: Community Investment Grants The Raymond John Wean Foundation · Foundation Not published · From $5K The Wean Foundation's Community Investment Grants support organizations that prioritize resident engagement and address racial equity challenges in the Mahoning Valley.	Not published	From $5K
Get Farming Mini Grant Cultivate Kansas City Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Annual grant program supporting urban farmers in the Kansas City area to grow their business, expand production, and feed their communities.	Not published	Up to $4K
Warren Sixth Ward Neighborhood Impact Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies _\Please note that this grant opportunity is only available until the Warren Sixth Warren Neighborhood Impact Fund has been fully depleted.	Not published	Varies
Neighborhood Housing Services Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies Neighborhood Housing Services (“NHS”) corporations partner with residents, financial institutions, community organizations, local governments and the State to stabilize and improve the housing market in targeted low- and moderate-income…	Not published	Varies
Grant-Making Program Infact DBA Corporate Accountability · Foundation Not published · Varies A formalized grant-making program designed to move funds to the broader corporate accountability movement.	Not published	Varies
Prairie Meadows Event Sponsorships & Donations Grant Prairie Meadows Race Track and Casino Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Prairie Meadows Event Sponsorships & Donations provides vital support to nonprofit organizations in Iowa, enhancing community initiatives through event sponsorships and in-kind donations.	Not published	Varies
Gift Foundation of Hawaii Beneficiaries Grant The Gift Foundation of Hawaii · Foundation Not published · Varies The GIFT Foundation of Hawaii, established in 2003, supports charitable organizations across Hawaii by empowering young professionals to engage in philanthropy.	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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