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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Wayne & Gladys Valley Foundation Grant Wayne and Gladys Valley Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wayne & Gladys Valley Foundation Grant aims to provide significant financial support to organizations that have a demonstrated track record of success and accountability.	Not published	Varies
Commercial Rehabilitation Grant Program (KS) Kansas Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Kansas Community Development Block Grant Program aims to revitalize downtown areas by funding the rehabilitation of blighted commercial structures.	Not published	Up to $300K
Catalytic Grant Program Neighborhood Allies Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $75K Neighborhood Allies' flagship grant program offering innovative, creative and inspiring ideas that make neighborhoods healthier, safer and stronger.	Not published	$25K – $75K
H.U.G.S. Program (Helping Us Give to Society) Pioneer Electric Cooperative Inc · Foundation Rolling · $2K – $9K Pioneer Electric's community grant program funded through the recycling of materials like steel, aluminum, and copper taken out of service due to repair or rebuild.	Rolling	$2K – $9K
CDC Pre-Development Fund (Community LIFT) Community Lift Corp · Foundation Rolling · Varies 'The CDC Predevelopment Grant Fund is specifically tailored to support the initiatives of CDCs in Memphis' under-resourced communities.' It provides financial assistance for predevelopment activities: site assessments and feasibility…	Rolling	Varies
Sterkel Fund Grant Justine Sterkel Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sterkel Fund Grant provides support for charitable purposes in Mansfield, Richland County, Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Northwest Horticultural Society Grants Northwest Horticultural Society · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K The Northwest Horticultural Society offers grants to support horticultural education in the Pacific Northwest. With a total budget of $15,000 for 2024, grants typically range from $1,000 to $6,000.	Not published	$1K – $6K
General BCSF Grant Application Bethel Community Services Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Public Market Complex The San Antonio for Growth · Foundation Not published · Varies Planning a vibrant hub for local commerce and culture.	Not published	Varies
Arts & Entertainment Districts Technical Assistance Grant MD State Arts Council · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Abell-Hanger Foundation Grant Abell-Hanger Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Abell-Hanger Foundation Grant supports charitable, educational, and benevolent projects that enhance community welfare in West Texas.	Not published	Varies
AF: Grant $5,000 or Less The Ashtabula Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Ashtabula Foundation offers grants of $5,000 or less to support non-profit organizations serving Ashtabula County.	Not published	Up to $5K
Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Consolidated Grant Program Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The BH UWC Consolidated Grant Program streamlines administration of State funds, aligning with the Cutting Green Tape initiative.	Not published	Varies
Restore New York Grant Ontario County Economic Development Corp · Foundation Not published · $2M – $4M A grant program administered by Empire State Development (ESD) that supports municipalities' efforts to demolish, rehabilitate and restore blighted structures and transform them into vibrant residential, commercial and mixed-use…	Not published	$2M – $4M
The John W. Mack Movement Building Fellows Program Grant Weingart Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The John W. Mack Movement Building Fellows Program, named after a civil rights leader, supports emerging movement leaders in Southern California.	Not published	Up to $25K
Land Conservation Grants New Hampshire Land and Community Heritage Investment Program (LCHIP) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Land and Community Heritage Investment Program (LCHIP) in New Hampshire provides matching grants to support the acquisition and preservation of ecologically significant lands and historic resources.	Not published	Varies
The Joe DeMott Port Allegany Community Development Fund Grant McKean County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Joe DeMott Port Allegany Community Development Fund, managed by the McKean County Community Foundation, honors the legacy of Board Member Joe DeMott.	Not published	Up to $1K
Menasha Corporation Foundation Grant Menasha Corporation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Menasha Corporation Foundation, established in 1953, supports nonprofit organizations across North America, focusing on community betterment, education, environmental sustainability, and health initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Community Benefits Grant (CBG) West Harlem Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
MACF: Community Investment Grants Midland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Midland Area Community Foundation offers Community Investment Grants to support initiatives aligned with Midland County’s Four Focus Areas: economic development, talent development, human services, and community enrichment.	Not published	Up to $60K
CFQA: Community Grants Community Foundation of the Quincy Area · Foundation Not published · Varies Your Community Foundation is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created by and for the people who live here.	Not published	Varies
Bertram EDC Demolition Grant Bertram Economic Development · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Bertram EDC funds a Demolition Grant providing matching grant funds to eligible businesses, developers, and/or individuals within the City of Bertram, TX.	Rolling	Varies
Community Fund Grants Cambridge Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Community Fund Grants by the Cambridge Community Foundation support nonprofit organizations addressing local challenges in Cambridge.	Not published	Up to $25K
Yukon Support Economic Growth and Diversification Fund: Tier 1 Grant Government of Yukon · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Yukon Support Economic Growth and Diversification Fund: Tier 1 provides financial assistance to projects aimed at enhancing Yukon's economy.	Not published	Up to $30K

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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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