LILLY ENDOWMENT INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lilly Endowment: Community Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lilly Endowment Inc Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Lilly Endowment Community Development Grant aims to enhance the…
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.
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MARSHALL COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Lilly Endowment's GIFT VII Community Leadership Grant Overview: One-time $100,000 grant awarded to Marshall County Community Foundation to strengthen its leadership capacity and support community…
Colorado Department of Local Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation
Limited Gaming Impact Grant (CO) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Department of Local Affairs Last Updated: June 28, 2025 Summary The Limited Gaming Impact Grant Program aims to support local…
More than
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER DUBUQUE · Rolling / Open Foundation
LincolnWay Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque Amount: More than Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The LincolnWay Community Foundation…
Up to US $10,000
McPherson County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lindsborg David Nutt Regular Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: McPherson County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Lindsborg David Nutt Regular Grant,…
Up to US $500,000
California Governor's Office of Emergency Services · Rolling / Open Foundation
Listos California CERT Support Grant (LC) Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary Overview…
CALIFORNIA STATE ALLIANCE OF YMCAS · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Listos California Statewide Grant Initiative Status: Completed (June 2023 - March 2025) Geographic Scope: California (six YMCA associations participated, reaching ten counties) Focus Areas: - Natural…
City Of Minneapolis · Rolling / Open Foundation
Livable Communities- Development Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City Of Minneapolis Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Livable Communities Development Grants, funded by the Metropolitan…
$10,000 - $20,000
BELAIR-EDISON NEIGHBORHOODS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Live Baltimore's Buy Back the Block Program Status: Active (2024) Geographic Scope: Six eligible Baltimore City areas including Belair-Edison Area (Belair-Edison, Berea, Four by Four) Funder: Live…
LIVINGSTON COMMUNITY TRUST INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Livingston Community Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Livingston Community Trust Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Livingston Community Trust Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in…
More than US $3,500
LLOYD K JOHNSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation Grants - over $3,500 Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lloyd K Johnson Foundation Amount: More than US $3,500 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation…
Up to US $3,500
LLOYD K JOHNSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation Grants - under $3,500 Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lloyd K Johnson Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation,…
US $25,000 - US $200,000
LIBERTY MUTUAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
LMF: Climate Resiliency RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Liberty Mutual Foundation Amount: US $25,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The Liberty Mutual Foundation is launching its…
US $650,000
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation
Local Climate Action Grants: Planning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Amount: US $650,000 Last Updated: November 15, 2025 Summary The Minnesota Pollution Control…
THE ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Local Data for Equitable Communities Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary Overview Local Data for Equitable…
Varies
Praxis Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Local Ecosystems Target Audience: Entrepreneurial leaders seeking to bring redemptive entrepreneurship to their local ecosystem Overview: Catalyze a venture building ecosystem by running Redemptive…
Up to US $150,000
State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation
Local Efficiency Achievement Program (LEAP) - Challenge Grant (NJ) Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: December 27, 2025…
Up to US $75,000
State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation
Local Efficiency Achievement Program (LEAP) - County Shared Services Coordinator Grant (NJ) Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last…
Up to US $400,000
State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation
Local Efficiency Achievement Program (LEAP) - Implementation Grant (NJ) Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Amount: Up to US $400,000 Last Updated: December 27,…
Up to £50,000
Trust for Oxfordshire's Environment · Rolling / Open Foundation
Local Environment Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Trust for Oxfordshire's Environment Amount: Up to £50,000 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The Local Environment Fund, managed by the Trust…
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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