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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Women’s Circle of Friends Grants Henry County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women’s Circle of Friends Grants empower local women to contribute to community development in Henry County through pooled donations.	Not published	Varies
Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Boone Electric Cooperative · Foundation Rolling · Varies Boone Electric has established a Revolving Loan Fund to provide low-interest loans to assist with local economic and community development projects. Activities supported by this fund include:	Rolling	Varies
Oleson Foundation Grant Oleson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oleson Foundation Grant, established in 1962 by Gerald and Frances Oleson, aims to support charitable endeavors in Northwestern Lower Michigan.	Not published	Varies
ACCF “Emerging Needs” Mini-Grant Fund Grants Allamakee County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The ACCF 'Emerging Needs' Mini-Grant Fund provides up to $1,000 for various community development initiatives in Allamakee County, Iowa. Eligible applicants include 501(c)3 organizations, schools, and municipalities.	Not published	Up to $1K
Accelerated Mobility Playbook (AMP) Technical Assistance Grant Program City Thread · Foundation Not published · $50K City Thread's AMP grant program helps U.S. cities build safer, more connected mobility networks in 24 to 36 months.	Not published	$50K
Invest STL St Louis Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Invest STL is a collaborative strategy to leverage investments for strengthening the St. Louis region's neighborhoods, sponsored by the St. Louis Community Foundation.	Not published	Varies
Sensata Foundation Grant Sensata Technologies Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Sensata Foundation, established in 2017, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting community development and STEM education across the U.S. With a focus on improving access to STEM resources and empowering youth, the Foundation partners with…	Not published	$5K – $25K
Hawcreek-Flat Rock Area Endowment Fund Heritage Fund - the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies To do good things forever in Hawcreek and Flat Rock townships; to support projects in the Northeast corner of Bartholomew County.	Not published	Varies
Metro: Sponsorship Opportunities Grant Metro · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K Metro offers sponsorship opportunities aimed at supporting community programs and projects that benefit the public and address local challenges.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Jasper Community Foundation Grant Jasper Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jasper Community Foundation Grant supports projects that enhance the quality of life in Jasper County, Iowa. Established in 1997, the foundation provides funding for arts, education, health, environment, and community activities.	Not published	Varies
Immediate Wildfire Response Grant Program - $50,000 per fire area Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Immediate Wildfire Response Grant Program, administered by the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, offers $50,000 per fire area to support post-fire recovery efforts in regions affected by the 2024 wildfire season.	Not published	Up to $50K
John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Donor Advised Fund Grants Waccamaw Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Donor Advised Fund Grants prioritize projects that enhance community engagement and address local needs in Horry County.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Competitive grants focused on long-term positive community impact	Not published	Varies
NY-NJ Harbor & Estuary Program - Greening in the Harlem River Watershed Grant Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The NY-NJ Harbor & Estuary Program is seeking proposals for the Greening in the Harlem River Watershed project, aimed at improving stormwater management and enhancing park aesthetics.	Not published	Up to $60K
Polisseni Foundation Grant The Polisseni Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Polisseni Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in upstate New York by supporting organizations that address community needs in education, human services, and civic improvement.	Not published	Varies
Jaspers Family Foundation Fund of Worth County Grant Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Foundation Not published · $1K The Jaspers Family Foundation Fund of Worth County, established by the Jaspers Family with the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa, aims to enhance life in Worth County, Iowa.	Not published	$1K
Competitive Florida Partnership Program Selectflorida Inc · Foundation Not published · $35K A grant program that establishes a partnership between small and rural communities and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) to create a strategic vision for economic development while preserving community character and…	Not published	$35K
Communities by Design (CxD) AIA ARIZONA The American Institute of Architects · Foundation Rolling · Varies Communities by Design is a community-led design assistance program that provides pro-bono architectural support and expertise to communities addressing critical challenges.	Rolling	Varies
Sustainable Disaster-Relief Fund Grant Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sustainable Disaster-Relief Fund, established by Vanguard Charitable in 2006, aims to support communities affected by natural disasters.	Not published	Varies
Waterloo Community Foundation Competitive Grant Program Waterloo Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Typical grant $5,000 The Waterloo Community Foundation offers competitive grant funding to support organizations making a difference in Waterloo across five focus areas.	Not published	Typical grant $5,000
Idaho Community Development Block Grant (CDBG): Public Facilities Construction and Improvements (ID) Idaho Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Varies The Idaho Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) supports public facilities construction and improvements in cities and counties with populations under 50,000.	Not published	Varies
Donations & Sponsorships Request Grant Community Food Co-op · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Food Co-op invites applications for donations and sponsorships to support local initiatives in Whatcom County.	Not published	Varies
Bath Community Fund Grant Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bath Community Fund Grant, established in 2014, aims to enhance the beauty and legacy of Bath Township.	Not published	Varies
Akron Community Foundation Grant Siouxland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Akron Community Foundation Grant, facilitated by the Siouxland Community Foundation, aims to address charitable needs in the Akron, Iowa area.	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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