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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Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program Grant Ohio Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies The Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program, administered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, addresses abandoned mine lands in Appalachia.	Not published	Varies
Economic Development, Workforce Grants Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Initiative Foundation awards grants across the 14 counties and two Native nations of Central Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
The Workers Lab: The Innovation Fund Grant The Workers Lab · Foundation Not published · Varies The future of work belongs to all workers. But right now, American workers are facing unprecedented challenges.	Not published	Varies
Economic - Forest Economy Program Northern Borders Regional Commission · State Not published · Up to $100 Supports community development projects, workforce training and development projects, marketing/communication and education projects, business planning and technical assistance projects, and public infrastructure (transportation, water…	Not published	Up to $100
Strategic Initiative Grants: Women's Fund Grants The Winston-Salem Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Winston-Salem Foundation's Women's Fund Grants focus on enhancing economic security for women and girls in Forsyth County, where less than 7% of philanthropic funding targets their needs.	Not published	Up to $15K
IF: Womxn and Girls Grant Island Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Island Foundation's Womxn and Girls Grant aims to support organizations that address the root causes of inequality for womxn and girls in the U.S. By focusing on innovative, community-driven solutions, the Foundation seeks to empower…	Not published	Varies
Promise in Action Rock Quarry Road Corridor Small Business Grant Se Raleigh Promise Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Boone Electric Community Trust · Foundation Rolling · Varies To provide low-interest loans to assist with local economic and community development projects	Rolling	Varies
Economic Mobility Grants The Minneapolis Foundation · Foundation Not published · US $50,000 - US $100,000	Not published	US $50,000 - US $100,000
Amarillo Area Foundation Discretionary Grants Amarillo Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Amarillo Area Foundation, the community foundation serving the 26-county Texas Panhandle, runs a Discretionary Grant Program for nonprofit organizations working in its three focus areas: Education, Economic Opportunity, and Healthcare.	Not published	Varies
Program-Related Investments Grant Rasmuson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rasmuson Foundation, established in 1955, aims to empower Alaskans through program-related investments (PRIs).	Not published	Varies
Cooperative Competes Grants (Cooperative Energy) Cooperative Energy · Foundation Rolling · $9K – $25K The Cooperative Competes initiative, unveiled in early 2019 by Cooperative Energy and the 11 Member distribution cooperatives it serves, allows economic development organizations — or the recognized authority — to apply for grant funds to…	Rolling	$9K – $25K
El Paso Community Foundation Grant El Paso Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The El Paso Community Foundation Grant supports innovative philanthropic projects in the El Paso region, including far west Texas, southern New Mexico, and northern Chihuahua, Mexico.	Not published	Varies
Partnerships for Regional Economic Performance (PREP) Grant Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The Partnerships for Regional Economic Performance (PREP) aims to enhance regional collaboration in economic development, ensuring efficient service delivery to businesses.	Not published	Varies
Strategic Closing Fund Maryland Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies The Sunny Day Strategic Closing Fund supports extraordinary economic development opportunities that create and retain employment as well as create significant capital investments.	Not published	Varies
Women for Women Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The Women for Women Grant aims to enhance the lives of women and girls in Western North Carolina through collective giving.	Not published	Up to $35K
Social & Economic Mobility Grant Community Foundation of Broward Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Social & Economic Mobility Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of Broward, supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing services in Broward County. Eligible organizations must have a Gold Seal of Transparency from Candid.	Not published	Varies
Development Grant Program Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K Provides grants to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) borrowers to promote rural economic development and job creation projects.	Not published	Up to $300K
Economic Contingency Grant Impact Harrisburg · Foundation Not published · Varies Projects must demonstrate impact in at least one of the following areas:	Not published	Varies
Community Development Fund - Nonprofit Grants Phoenix Community Development and Investment Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1.3M A partnership between the Phoenix Community Development & Investment Corporation (PCDIC) and the Phoenix IDA to award grants to nonprofits serving Phoenix and Maricopa County.	Not published	Up to $1.3M
CDBG Economic Development Program Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The CDBG Economic Development Program, managed by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, provides grants to local governments to support private businesses that create or retain jobs for low-to-moderate income…	Not published	Up to $1M
NOPEC Foundation Fund Grant The Cleveland Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K The NOPEC Foundation Fund offers grants primarily to nonprofit organizations within NOPEC communities, focusing on health, economic development, community development, environment, and social services.	Not published	$10K – $40K
Paul Ogle Foundation Grant Paul Ogle Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Paul Ogle Foundation Grant aims to support nonprofit organizations in Southern Indiana that demonstrate a strong community impact.	Not published	Varies
Topeka and Shawnee County First Opportunity Fund (T/SC FOF) Growth Organization of Topekashawnee CO · Foundation Rolling · Up to $100K To grow the community by helping local businesses create jobs and increase production through business loans and support services. To qualify for a loan, your Shawnee County business must meet at least one of the following criteria:	Rolling	Up to $100K

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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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