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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Appalachian Kentucky Civic Experiment Grant Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K Our mission is to empower Appalachian Kentucky communities to thrive through collaboration, asset building, and leadership development. We bring together people, ideas, and resources to build communities and encourage philanthropy.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Arizona Preservation Foundation Jumpstart Grant The Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K Small grants program specifically focused on threatened historic resources along Route 66 in Arizona.	Rolling	Up to $2K
Neighborhood Assistance Program Grant Missouri Department of Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP), administered by the Missouri Department of Economic Development, provides tax credits to incentivize donations for community projects.	Not published	Up to $500K
Massachusetts Farm Resiliency Fund United Way of Central Massachusetts Inc · Foundation Not published · $3.2M Launched in July 2023 by Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll in partnership with the United Way of Central Massachusetts.	Not published	$3.2M
Zegar Family Foundation Grant The Zegar Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Zegar Family Foundation Grant, established in 2007, focuses on improving lives through impactful charitable donations.	Not published	Varies
PerthAmboyEats Small Business Micro-Grants Partner-Perth Amboy Redevelopment Team for Neighborhood Enterprise & Revita · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of PARTNER's Jobs, Training & Business Support programs to create economic opportunities for low and moderate income families and individuals.	Not published	Varies
Community Support Mini Grants City & County of Denver · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Community Support Mini Grants program, offered by the City & County of Denver, empowers residents and micro businesses to initiate community-driven projects aimed at enhancing neighborhood connectivity and addressing local needs.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Ardelle and Theresa Glaze Foundation Grants Ardelle and Theresa Glaze · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ardelle and Theresa Glaze Foundation Grants support nonprofits that align with five key focus areas: The Arts, Community Empowerment, Conservation, Education, and Urban Design.	Not published	Varies
San José Creative Economy Fund Grant Center for Cultural Innovation · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The San José Creative Economy Fund provides up to $8,000 in project grants to arts and creative businesses in San José.	Not published	Up to $8K
Massachusetts Food Ventures Program Grant Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) · Foundation Not published · $100K – $500K The Massachusetts Food Ventures Program (MFVP) aims to enhance access to healthy, affordable food and bolster economic opportunities for low to moderate income communities.	Not published	$100K – $500K
Foster Foundation Grant The Foster Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foster Foundation Grant supports organizations in the Pacific Northwest that align with priority funding issues such as social services, education, medical research, and community engagement.	Not published	Varies
Creating New Economies Fund (CNEF) Grant The Conservation Fund a Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: You are required to speak with a Resourceful Communities staff member about your project before applying._ We protect America’s most critical lands and waters to provide greater access to nature, strengthen local economies and…	Not published	Varies
Community Resilience Fund Crossroads Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies One of Crossroads Fund's grant programs supporting grassroots community organizations working on issues of racial, social, and economic justice in the Chicago area.	Not published	Varies
GFF Strategic Grants Gates Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gates Family Foundation offers strategic grants focusing on K-12 education, natural resources, and community development, accounting for 60% of its annual budget.	Not published	Varies
Duke Energy: Kentucky: Local Impact Grants Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local Impact Grants of up to $20,000 aimed at supporting vibrant economies, climate resiliency, and justice, equity, and inclusion in Kentucky.	Not published	Up to $20K
CFWT: South Plains Foundation Grants Community Foundation of West Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Please be aware that all grant applications must be submitted through the online portal._ Established in 1981, the Lubbock Area Foundation changed its name to the Community Foundation of West Texas in September 2015.	Not published	Varies
Stockton Housing Innovation Fund Grant San Joaquin Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Stockton Housing Innovation Fund (SHIF) is a community-driven initiative designed to address housing insecurity in Stockton.	Not published	Up to $75K
The Home Office Giving Program Grant Carmax Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Home Office Giving Program by the CarMax Foundation supports nonprofits in the Greater Richmond, Virginia area, focusing on education, health, and community resilience.	Not published	Varies
Grand Victoria Foundation Grants: Building Community Power Grand Victoria Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grand Victoria Foundation Grants focus on building community power in Illinois, specifically empowering Black communities to address systemic inequities.	Not published	Varies
Bell Charitable Foundation: Economic and Social Mobility & Sustainability Grants The Bell Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Please find the Health and Wellbeing & Technology Grants here._ Economic and Social Mobility & Sustainability Grants Welcome to the Bell Charitable Foundation Grant Application page!	Not published	Varies
Non-County Agency Funding Grant New Hanover County · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K New Hanover County offers financial assistance through its Non-County Agency Funding program to support nonprofit organizations that align with its strategic objectives outlined in the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan.	Not published	Up to $50K
Facade Improvement Program Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Façade Improvement Program was created by the Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation to help strengthen the revitalization of the Walnut Hills Business District.	Not published	Varies
Transportation and Growth Management \| Code Assistance Land Conservation Grants · State Not published · $5M – $12.5M Helps local governments update local regulations to promote efficient land use and transportation choices, with emphasis on pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly development.	Not published	$5M – $12.5M
Polk Bros. Foundation Grants Polk Bros Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Polk Bros. Foundation’s longstanding funding strategies — those featured on this page — are being phased out.	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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