Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 127 active grants available to Vermont applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state sources and updated daily.
Find grants available to organizations and individuals in Vermont. These include federal grants open to Vermont applicants, state-level funding from Vermont agencies, and foundation grants from funders that serve the Vermont area.
ENERGY – Municipal Energy Revolving Fund (MERF) This 0% interest loan supports projects that increase energy efficiency, reduce fossil fuel usage, and/or support renewable energy integration…
ENERGY – Utility and Grid Operator Technical Assistance Provides up to 100 hours of technical assistance and resources to support utility and grid operators in modernizing systems and planning…
ENERGY – Vermont Community Electric Vehicle Chargers Incentive Program Supports comprehensive turnkey services which includes technical assistance, a design for sighting of the chargers,…
HOUSING – Recovery Housing Program Supports proposals addressing the development, acquisition, or rehabilitation of housing that aligns with HUD goals and Vermont efforts to combat the opioid…
INFRASTRUCTURE - Catalyst Program Projects that address transportation, telecommunications, energy, and basic public infrastructure; business and workforce development; health care, nutrition…
INFRASTRUCTURE - Community and Housing Infrastructure Program (CHIP) Enables municipalities to finance essential infrastructure (like water, sewer, roads, and stormwater systems) that supports…
INFRASTRUCTURE - Forest Economy Program Supports community development projects, workforce training and development projects, marketing/communication and education projects, business planning…
INFRASTRUCTURE - Housing Infrastructure Loan Fund Supports preliminary engineering and planning; engineering design and bid specifications; construction of improvements; and…
MULTIPLE - Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Program Provides affordable funding to develop essential community facilities in rural areas. An essential community facility provides an…
MULTIPLE - Pooled Loan Program Finances long-term capital projects undertaken by municipalities, school districts, and other districts. Common uses include facility renovation and construction,…
MULTIPLE – AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) Traditional Provides a team of 8-12 AmeriCorps NCCC members to meet critical community needs in the areas of natural and other…
MULTIPLE – AmeriCorps NCCC Traditional (Service Volunteers) You define services projects that the AmeriCorps team can complete to respond to local needs. The team of 18-26 year-olds and…
MULTIPLE – AmeriCorps VISTA (Service Volunteer) Entities serving as site hosts define services projects that an AmeriCorps volunteer can complete. Depending on the service project type,…
MULTIPLE – Community Development Block Grant Supports planning and implementation of housing, economic development, public facilities, public services, and accessibility modifications. Project…
MULTIPLE – Community Facilities Technical Assistance Disaster Relief Program Provides technical assistance – including pre-development planning, budget development, application assistance, and…
MULTIPLE – Hometown Grants Supports shovel-ready projects that foster local connections, like technology upgrades, outdoor spaces, the arts, and community centers. Only physical builds or…
MULTIPLE – Housing and Land Conservation Feasibility Funds Supports pre-development costs and feasibility analysis for housing and conservation projects. Eligible activities include appraisals,…
MULTIPLE – Rural Economic Development Initiative Supports consultants services for grant writing, completing a necessary step to make a grant application more competitive (such as a…
OTHER – Building Communities Human Services and Education Grants Capital costs associated with major maintenance, renovation, or development of a facility-based project that: provides, or…
OTHER – Community Heart & Soul Seed Grants Provides start-up funding for resident-driven groups looking to implement the Community Heart & Soul model in communities with populations…
Vermont organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), state government grants administered by Vermont agencies, and private foundation grants from funders that serve Vermont. Common grant areas include education, community development, health services, arts, and small business support.
Start with your state's grants portal and major agencies. Most Vermont state grants are posted on the state government website or Grants.gov for federal pass-through programs. Contact your Vermont legislators' offices for guidance on state-specific programs, as they often know about funding that isn't widely advertised.
Yes. Vermont small businesses can access SBA federal programs, state economic development grants, and local business assistance programs. Check with your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC), which provides free guidance on Vermont-specific funding opportunities and application assistance.