Community Development & Employment Grants

Last updated October 28, 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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Small Communities Grants C K Blandin Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $150K The Small Communities Grant Program by the Blandin Foundation aims to empower Minnesota's smallest, most diverse, and economically challenged communities by providing essential funding for projects that enhance community well-being.	Not published	$25K – $150K
Community Impact Annual Grant The Foundation for Northwest IL · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Impact Annual Grant, provided by The Foundation for Northwest Illinois, supports nonprofit organizations enhancing community welfare in Stephenson, Jo Daviess, and Carroll counties.	Not published	Varies
Perry County CF: Community Good Grants Program Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Perry County CF: Community Good Grants Program, administered by the Community Foundation Alliance, Inc., supports local nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies.	Not published	Varies
Leadership Grants Wabash Valley Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Wabash Valley Community Foundation's Leadership Grants aim to enhance the quality of life in Clay, Sullivan, and Vigo counties by addressing critical issues such as mental health, substance use, and homelessness.	Not published	$25K – $100K
NMCF: Sustaining New Mexico Fund Grant New Mexico Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The New Mexico Community Foundation established the Sustaining New Mexico Fund in 2022 to enhance the sustainability of nonprofits across the state.	Not published	Up to $10K
Albrecht Family Foundation Grants The Albrecht Family Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Albrecht Family Foundation, established in 2007, supports organizations in the Greater St. Louis area that promote self-sufficiency through education and training.	Not published	Varies
Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · $100K The Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, aims to enhance economic development through improved transportation systems.	Not published	$100K
NCRC Fellowship for Equitable Development: Host Partnerships Grant National Community Reinvestment Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) is a nationwide network of nearly 800 organizations and champions working for a Just Economy, where all Americans can build wealth and provide for their families with stability and…	Not published	Varies
FACF: The Keno Grant Fremont Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Keno Grant, administered by the Fremont Area Community Foundation, supports community betterment projects in Fremont, Nebraska.	Not published	Varies
NICF: Community Foundation Annual Grants (Starke County) Northern Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The NICF Community Foundation Annual Grants support a wide range of initiatives in Starke County, including education, health, arts, and community development.	Not published	Varies
WV Project CommuniTree Grants West Virginia Division of Forestry · Foundation Not published · Varies The WV Project CommuniTree Grants program, initiated by the Cacapon Institute, aims to enhance urban tree planting on publicly-used lands in the Potomac Highlands.	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Grant: Southeastern Saline County Foundation Fund Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Impact Grant from the Southeastern Saline County Foundation Fund aims to enhance the quality of life in Kipp, Mentor, Assaria, Gypsum, and Bridgeport.	Not published	Varies
TD Bank Community Sponsorships Program Grant TD Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The TD Bank Community Sponsorships Program, supported by the TD Charitable Foundation, provides funding for events and activities that positively impact communities from Maine to Florida.	Not published	Varies
Urban Tree Program Maryland Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) is pleased to offer grants to support tree planting efforts in communities that have been impacted by transportation projects through the MDOT Urban Tree Grant Program.	Not published	Varies
Anishinabe Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Anishinabe Fund Grant, offered by the Boreal Waters Community Foundation, aims to promote Anishinabe knowledge and culture in community improvement projects.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Resilience through Restoration Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies The Resilience through Restoration Program provides financial and technical assistance to support the design, construction and adaptive management of restoration projects to help protect communities from erosion, flooding, and other…	Not published	Varies
HF Sinclair Community Investment Grants HF Sinclair Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies HF Sinclair Community Investment Grants support organizations focused on critical areas like STEM education, environmental sustainability, and urgent community needs.	Not published	Varies
Rural Investment Project Grant Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and Northern Border Regional Commission · State Not published · Up to $4M Funds efforts that allow the grantors to support and learn from multi-town partnerships, collaboratives, and development hubs that are advancing projects that lead to economic transformation in a rural place.	Not published	Up to $4M
Rural Winnebago Revolving Loan Fund Go-EDC Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K A flexible gap financing tool to support small and emerging businesses engaged in job creation and economic development in the rural Winnebago area.	Not published	$10K – $40K
SMIF- Taylor Rural Improvements Grants Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation's Taylor Rural Improvements Grant offers up to $30,000 for impactful capital projects in communities with populations under 10,000.	Not published	Up to $30K
Golden LEAF Grant Programs - Site Program - Identification The Golden Leaf Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Golden LEAF Grant Programs aim to support rural and economically distressed communities by providing funding for site identification, due diligence, and development.	Not published	Varies
Lower Flathead Valley Community Foundation Grant Lower Flathead Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lower Flathead Valley Community Foundation Grant supports projects aimed at preserving cultural, natural, and human resources in the Lower Flathead Valley.	Not published	Varies
Renewable Resource Project Grants Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation · Foundation Not published · $125K The Renewable Resource Project Grants, administered by the Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, support the conservation and enhancement of renewable resources in Montana.	Not published	$125K
State Land Urban Acquisition Partnership Grant State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · Varies The State Land Urban Acquisition Partnership aims to enhance urban communities in New Jersey by funding the acquisition of properties for parks and greenways.	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 28, 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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