Economic Services Grants

Economic Services 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.

519 grants
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Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

River Rock Shared Future Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview Maine Community Foundation Founded in…

Rural Maryland Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

RMPIF MD Rural Entrepreneurship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rural Maryland Council Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF) aims to enhance the…

DELAWARE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Roy Klein Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: June 07, 2025 Summary The Roy Klein Education Fund, managed by the Delaware…

RRCU Gives Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

RRCU Gives Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: RRCU Gives Foundation Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary Overview RRCU Gives Foundation Grant Mission Statement: RRCU Gives strengthens our region…

Up to US $200,000
Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rural County Grant (UT) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: April 14, 2025 Summary The Rural County Grant in Utah empowers…

North Carolina Department of Commerce · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rural Downtown Economic Development Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Department of Commerce Amount: Up to US $850,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Rural Downtown Economic…

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE · Rolling / Open State

Rural Economic Development Loan & Grant Programs This program provides funding for rural projects through local utility organizations. It provides loans to local utilities which they, in turn, pass…

LEGAL SERVICES ALABAMA INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Rural Economic Improvement Project (REIP) Grant Funder: Alabama Civil Justice Foundation (ACJF) Award Amount: $235,000 Geographic Scope: Rural Alabama communities, with specific focus on the…

EAST RIVER ELECTRIC POWER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rural Electric Economic Development Fund (REED) Status: Active revolving loan fund established in 1996 Geographic Scope: South Dakota and western Minnesota, serving East River member cooperatives'…

Up to $150,000 per applicant
Beulah Convention and Visitors · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Rural Grocery Store Sustainability Grant Status: Active (applications opened July 9, 2025 at 3 p.m. CDT) Geographic Scope: Rural North Dakota communities Focus Areas: Food access, grocery store…

US $10,000 - US $200,000
Elmina B Sewall Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rural Partnerships Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elmina B. Sewall Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary The Rural Partnerships Program Grant,…

Salem Five Charitable Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Salem Five Community Donations Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Salem Five Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Salem Five Community…

SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sam F. Weller Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Sam F. Weller Family Foundation Grant supports charitable…

US $1,000 - US $5,000
THE STATELINE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

SCF Women's Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stateline Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The SCF Women's Fund Grants aim to empower women…

William E Schrafft and Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Schrafft Charitable Trust Grants- For Returning Grantees Status: ACTIVE Funder: William E Schrafft & Bertha E Schrafft Charitable Trust Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Schrafft Charitable…

Structured Employment Economic Development · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Self-Sufficiency Project Grant Funder: The New York Community Trust (NYCT) Award Amount: $170,000 Status: Seedco was awarded this grant on May 20, 2015 Geographic Scope: New York City (Bronx-based)…

SEVENTH GENERATION FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Who We Are Today, our purpose remains as our founders originally envisioned. Dedicated to Indigenous Peoples’ self-determination and the sovereignty of Native nations. Founded in 1977,…

SHALLOW FORD FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview This funding opportunity is made possible by the Wayne A. Shore Endowment Fund, which was established by a bequest from Mr. Shore who lived in East Bend. Grants of up to $12,000 may be…

ALPHAMUNDI FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shared Pathways Fund Funder: AlphaMundi Foundation Program Type: Capital access and financing initiative Geographic Scope: Kenya Focus Areas: - Refugee-led businesses - Refugee-serving businesses -…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of economic services grants are available?
Economic Services 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 economic services 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 economic services 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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