Economic Services Grants

Last updated October 18, 2026

Grantable tracks 522 active economic services grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 14 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 239 list an award amount, with a median of $50K.

Grants tracked: 522; from 416 funders
Median award: $50K; middle half $15K–$250K
Total listed funding: $118.2M; across 239 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 26; 31 with a published date

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Legal Assistance For Nonprofits Grant Chicago Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Legal Assistance for Nonprofits program by the Chicago Lawyers Committee provides essential legal services to nonprofits and small businesses aiming to reduce systemic inequalities in wealth and access to economic opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Building Better Entrepreneurial Opportunities for Small Business Grant Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority supports the "Building Better Entrepreneurial Opportunities for Small Business" initiative, aimed at fostering economic growth through entrepreneurship.	Not published	Up to $50K
Explore Minnesota Tourism - Grants Explore Minnesota · State Not published · Varies Explore Minnesota Tourism offers a variety of grants to help communities promote their areas around the state.	Not published	Varies
Invest in Women Fund Working for Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Invest in Women Fund fosters growth of nonprofits in the Working for Women network who are working to help women achieve economic independence. The fund is made possible by the individual contributions of W4W members.	Not published	Up to $20K
Fund for Omaha Grant Omaha Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Fund for Omaha Grant, managed by the Omaha Community Foundation, aims to strengthen local nonprofits by addressing funding gaps and enhancing community services.	Not published	Up to $25K
Minnesota Department of Revenue Revenue Department · State Not published · Varies The Minnesota Department of Revenue requests proposals from organizations to receive grants to: Application information and resources are now available on the Grant to Provide Volunteer Taxpayer Assistance Services and Tax Credit Outreach…	Not published	Varies
Upward Momentum Grant Upward Momentum · Foundation Not published · $200K Upward Momentum is a collaborative fund aimed at transforming economic mobility in Missouri. By investing in community-driven initiatives, it seeks to address systemic inequities and foster opportunities for all.	Not published	$200K
Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) Tompkins County Area Development Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $800M A state-wide funding competition that awards economic development resources through a single consolidated application process.	Not published	Up to $800M
Lancaster Thrives Together Grant Lancaster County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lancaster County Community Foundation works closely with our community to respond to local needs and leverage opportunities emerging today.	Not published	Varies
All Ohio Future Fund Ohio Mayors Alliance Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Department of Development is accepting proposals to support local communities with site-readiness and preparation to attract economic development opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Advanced Industries Collaborative Infrastructure Grant Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K The Advanced Industries Collaborative Infrastructure Grant, offered by the Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade, aims to bolster collaborative projects across key advanced industries in Colorado.	Not published	$50K – $500K
Strategic Initiative Grants: BPI Building An Inclusive Economy Grants The Winston-Salem Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Strategic Initiative Grants by the Winston-Salem Foundation aim to build an inclusive economy for Black communities in Forsyth County.	Not published	Varies
Site Advancement Fund (SAF) Palmetto Economic Development Corp DBA South Carolina Power Team · Foundation Rolling · Varies SAF grants are available to cooperatives and economic development entities for technical assistance projects.	Rolling	Varies
In-Kind Technical Assistance Grants Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $75K – $100K Technical assistance award to city leaders interested in replicating the Financial Empowerment Center initiative.	Not published	$75K – $100K
RFP Focus: Emerging Strategies to Advance Shared Ownership Grant Polk Bros Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies RFP Focus: Emerging Strategies to Advance Shared Ownership Building Community Wealth, Across Generations This RFP represents a focused, time-bound investment in Chicago's community wealth-building ecosystem to advance shared ownership…	Not published	Varies
Economic Development Agency Funding Grant New Hanover County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Economic Development Agency Funding program, offered by New Hanover County, aims to foster equitable access to education and skilled employment for residents.	Not published	Varies
Hui Waiwai Hawaii Community Lending · Foundation Not published · Varies Listed as a core HCL program on their website. Specific details about funding amounts, eligibility, and focus areas are not provided in the extracted content.	Not published	Varies
Ohio Chamber Research Foundation Fellows Program Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A groundbreaking initiative designed to improve Ohio's business climate through rigorous research, innovative policy development, and thought leadership.	Not published	Varies
ESVCF Community Grants Program- Fall Cycle Eastern Shore of Virginia Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The ESVCF Community Grants Program's Fall Cycle offers small grants up to $10,000 for innovative projects in areas like Early Childhood Development, Health and Wellness, and Economic Resilience.	Not published	Up to $10K
Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative Grant Appalachian Regional Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $2.5M The Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative aims to revitalize communities impacted by coal industry transitions.	Not published	Up to $2.5M
Innovia Foundation: Community Grant Program Innovia Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Innovia Foundation's Community Grant Program offers funding to organizations in a 20-county region, with awards ranging from $2,500 to $15,000.	Not published	$3K – $15K
A Fund for Women Grant Madison Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The A Fund for Women Grant, offered by the Madison Community Foundation, aims to empower women and girls in Dane County by supporting projects focused on economic empowerment and education.	Not published	Varies
Somerset Community Foundation Competitive Grants St Croix Valley Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Somerset Community Foundation provides competitive grants to nonprofit programs and organizations that enhance life in Somerset.	Not published	Varies
Idaho Gem Grant (ID) Idaho Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Idaho Gem Grant Program (IGG) supports rural communities with populations of 10,000 or less by providing grants up to $50,000 for economic development projects.	Not published	Up to $50K

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About economic services grants

Economic services grants support programs that build financial stability for low-income individuals and families, including workforce development, financial coaching, asset-building, and emergency assistance. The Community Services Block Grant, administered by HHS's Office of Community Services, funds income and asset-building services through local Community Action Agencies. HUD's Community Development Block Grant also funds micro-enterprise and economic-opportunity activities, and foundations back economic-mobility initiatives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do economic services grants award?

Of the 522 economic services grants Grantable lists as of October 18, 2026, 239 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $50K, and the middle half fall between $15K and $250K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most economic services grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (7), Department of Commerce (6), Economic Development Council of Mason County (6), The Golden Leaf Inc (5), and Commerce And Econ Opp (4). In all, 416 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are economic services grants due?

Of 522 grants listed, 26 accept applications on a rolling basis, 31 have a published upcoming deadline, 75 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 390 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 55% fall in October–December.

What economic services grants are available?

Funding supports employment and job-training programs, financial education and coaching, asset- and income-building services, micro-enterprise development, and emergency financial assistance. The Community Services Block Grant funds income and asset-building work, while the Community Development Block Grant supports business and micro-enterprise assistance. Foundations and corporate funders also invest in economic-mobility programs.

Who funds economic services and economic mobility programs?

Federal funding comes largely through HHS's Community Services Block Grant and HUD's Community Development Block Grant, both of which reach nonprofits through states and local governments. The U.S. Treasury's CDFI Fund supports lending and asset-building in underserved areas, and private funders such as the Annie E. Casey Foundation invest in increasing economic opportunity. State workforce and human-services agencies fund job-training programs.

Are there grants for workforce and job-training programs?

Yes. Workforce development is funded through several channels, including state workforce agencies, Community Services Block Grant employment services, and dedicated federal labor programs. Many nonprofits partner with local workforce boards or Community Action Agencies to access these funds. Strong applications typically show measurable employment outcomes and partnerships with employers.

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