Community Development & Employment Grants

Community Development & Employment Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

3,314 grants
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KEOKUK AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lee County Charitable Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Keokuk Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: May 12, 2025 Summary The Lee County Charitable Fund Grant supports…

KEOKUK AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lee County Youth Services, Inc. (LCYS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Keokuk Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: May 12, 2025 Summary The Lee County Youth Services, Inc.…

$100,000 - $1,000,000
PRAIRIE MEADOWS RACE TRACK AND CASINO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy Grant Program Overview: The Legacy Grant program offers funding for large-scale projects in central Iowa. This program has significantly contributed to community enhancements and…

SAN DIEGO TIJUANA WORLD DESIGN CAPITAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy Program Status: Active and ongoing. Foundation-laying phase for long-term impact projects. Geographic Scope: San Diego Tijuana region (binational) Partner: UC San Diego Design Lab (lead…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Chicago Lawyers Committee · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legal Assistance For Nonprofits Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chicago Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, Inc. Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: February 26, 2025…

DELAWARE AND LEHIGH NATIONAL HERITAGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lehigh Valley Greenways Initiative (LVGI) Mini-Grants Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Community Conservation Partnerships Program Geographic Scope: Lehigh…

Greenville Area Community Fnd · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lena & Fred Meijer Charitable Fund Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greenville Area Community Foundation Last Updated: August 11, 2025 Summary The Lena & Fred Meijer Charitable Fund Grant Cycle,…

LEO POTISHMAN FOUNDATION XXXXX3002 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ Leo Potishman Foundation For the support of charitable purposes with…

LESSER FRANKLIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation Last Updated: July 21, 2025 Summary The Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation Grant supports…

FREMONT AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · July 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Lester A. Walker Fund Grants Funder: Fremont Area Community Foundation Fund Origin: Established under the will of Lester A. Walker, who was the publisher of the Fremont Tribune for many years…

WHOLESPIRE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Let's Go! 3.0 Mini-Grant Program Funder: Eat Smart Move More South Carolina (ESMMSC), funded by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation Geographic Scope: South Carolina Program Duration:…

National Association of Realtors · Rolling / Open Foundation

Level 1 Placemaking Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Association Of Realtors Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary The Level 1 Placemaking Grant, offered by the National…

DAKOTA RESOURCES · October 25, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Leveling-Up Award Overview: Annual award recognizing organizational breakthroughs and capacity building in economic development organizations. Geographic Scope: Open to any economic development…

Levitt Foundation · Rolling / Open State

Partnering with Levitt or receiving a grant offers your town or city the extraordinary opportunity to transform an abandoned or underused public space into a vibrant community destination where all…

PARKERSBURG AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Lewis County Community Foundation Grant Program To be considered for a Lewis County Community Foundation grant, an applicant must be a private, nonprofit organization, tax-exempt under…

US $10,000 - US $30,000
Elmina B Sewall Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lewiston-Auburn Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elmina B. Sewall Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary The Lewiston-Auburn Program Grant, supported…

LG&E AND KU FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

LG&E and KU Foundation Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lg&E and Ku Foundation Inc. Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The LG&E and KU Foundation Community Grants support initiatives focused…

LOUISVILLE OLMSTED PARKS CONSERVANCY IN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

LG&E and KU's Plant for the Planet Grant Funder: LG&E and KU Program Background: Plant for the Planet is modeled after the United Nations Environment Program's Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree…

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Liberty Giving Circle Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Last Updated: September 09, 2025 Summary The Liberty Giving Circle Grant Program, supported by the…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of community development & employment grants are available?
Community Development & Employment Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for community development & employment grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for community development & employment grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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