Discover grants that support community and economic development initiatives in distressed and underserved communities. Funding is available for neighborhood revitalization, infrastructure improvements, technical assistance, and capacity-building. Additional grants support beautification efforts and development projects that stimulate local economies and enhance overall well-being.
Economic development funding spans everything from small-business loans to major infrastructure grants. Sort by recipient type, location, or project type above to match your initiative. GrantWatch helps organizations manage the entire funding process, from grant prospecting to post-award reporting, with tools such as the Grant Prospecting Dashboard, Grant Funding Pipeline, GrantWatch Intelligence™, and the AI Grant Writing Tool - built for multi-phase development projects.
Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations in the creative industries to support economic development initiatives that increase the capacity of businesses within the province. Applicants must contact staff before applying. Funded projects will gather, formulate, an...
Grants to Missouri nonprofit organizations for community and economic development in eligible regions. Eligible uses of funds include entrepreneurship programs, real estate development, neighborhood improvement activities, business expansion, and industry sector s...
Grants and in-kind support to California tribes for housing development. Funding is intended to support tribes during pre-development initiatives related to housing. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to: planning activities, infrastructure investmen...
Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, agencies, municipalities, and tribes for initiatives to increase tourism. Applicants must include letters of support with their application. Eligible uses of funds include projects improving infrastructure, designin...
Grants of up to $5,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for community programs in eligible regions. Funding may be used for general operations, facilities and equipment, administrative and technical support, campaigns, special projects, matching funds, ca...
Tax credits and property tax incentives to Massachusetts businesses to promote job creation and economic development. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to help businesses grow by offering credits to lower taxes in exchange ...
Grants of up to $80,000 to Colorado nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit residents and promote economic well-being in eligible locations. Funding is intended for initiatives in the following focus areas: core services, economy, community, and recreation...
Opportunity for Indiana small businesses in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. This educational opportunity includes a series of on-demand virtual training courses. The program supports and empowers local small businesses, restaur...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Oregon nonprofit and for-profit entities to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that will lead to sustainable tourism by attracting tourists from more than 50 miles away and increasing overnight stays...
Grants to Canada indigenous and territorial governments for community infrastructure projects. Funding is intended for climate-change adaptable projects, projects that deliver broad environmental, economic, and social benefits, and local infrastructure projects th...
Grants of up to $35,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for community events and festivals in eligible locations. Funding is intended for events that create community vibrancy, benefit the economy, encourage arts and culture, and more. Eligible events ta...
Grants to USA and territories tribes and microenterprise development organizations to provide training and technical assistance to disadvantaged entrepreneurs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intend...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota and North Dakota nonprofit organizations to support programming for women and girls in eligible locations. New applicants and activities receive preference. Funding is intended for programs and projects that promote social justi...
Grants to Arkansas qualifying towns, cities, and communities in rural areas for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended to improve local fire protection and emergency services and to support the construction and renovation of public buildings, community ...
Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations, government entities, and academic institutions for projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities in the focus areas of education, healthcare, quality of place, and hu...
Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, businesses, and educational entities to train local high school graduates for entry-level positions in television and film production. Applicants must complete prequalifications and registrations prior to applying. These...
Grants to Hawaii nonprofit and for-profit farms and ranches to advance the agricultural industry in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote agriculture through investments that target the expansion of farming. Eligible proposals support projects that se...
Grants to Kansas and Missouri organizations in eligible counties for capacity-building activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support organizations that advance economic mobility in the region through three focus areas: career and workforce devel...
Grant of $40,000 to a New Jersey or Pennsylvania nonprofit organization for programs that benefit residents in eligible counties. Projects may fall into one of the following categories: environment and animals; community development; education and research; vetera...
Grants to Iowa communities, counties, cities, and non-governmental organizations for projects to support outdoor recreation for the general public. Funding is intended to support land acquisition and development, construction of facilities, parkland expansion, mul...
Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, IHEs, Tribes, and agencies to support volunteer staff working in a broad range of community services. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Eligible service areas in...
Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit residents of eligible communities. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Grant funding is intended to assist community members gain stability ...
Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities for programs that improve the quality of life in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of education and youth, arts and cu...
Grants of up to $3,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible areas to increase access to the arts for the local community and involve new audiences and visitors. Funding is intended to support production and exhibition costs...
Grants of up to $2,500 and grants of up to $10,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects with specific and measurable objectives and goals. This grant program includes ...
Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit and for-profit organizations and government agencies for projects that strengthen the local economy in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support infrastructure development, job training, economic development, community imp...
Opportunity for USA individuals in eligible locations to participate in an executive leadership training program. The program offers business and community leaders an opportunity to network, enhance their knowledge, and develop skills, tools, and strategies to ben...
Grants to Illinois businesses, cultural establishments, and nonprofit organizations for capital projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support commercial rehabilitation and construction projects for entities that include, but are not limited to sto...
Grants to New Mexico businesses for workforce training programs. Applicants must submit an eligibility form before submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for coursework and on-the-job training. The program aims to strengthen the economy by providing finan...
Opportunity for Virginia companies and entrepreneurs in eligible locations to compete for funding and participate in a business development program. The opportunity includes a requirement to participate in a boot camp to help participants assess their entrepreneur...
Grants to USA and territories agencies to mitigate the risks of natural disasters. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations well in advance of the application deadline. Funding is intended to promote resilience to earthquakes. Eligible uses of fun...
Grants of up to $1,500 to Pennsylvania businesses in eligible regions for business development efforts. Funding is intended for projects and activities that will help small businesses improve productivity, expand their services, or grow to the next level. The prog...
Grants to Maryland homeowner associations, community service entities, athletic associations, and recreation councils to enhance recreational facilities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve existing recreation amenities, add amenities, or construc...
Grants to Kansas government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and public housing authorities for affordable housing projects. Funding is intended to improve access to affordable housing by providing rental assistance that is tenant-based and not project-based. Te...
Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina individuals, organizations, and owners of historic sites for preservation projects and programs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for educational programs, activities to improve historic structures, and projects invo...
Grants to Illinois individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations for activities that increase revenue and promote economic development in eligible locations. Funding is intended for commercial, mixed-use, and light manufacturing projects. Project costs shou...
Grants to Georgia organizations for workforce development and arts programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended to entertain and educate the local community and promote economic growth. The grants support performing, visual, and culinary arts efforts, an...
Grants to Illinois for-profit and nonprofit developers, individual tenants, property owners, and religious organizations for construction projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote commercial, cultural, industrial, institutional, social service...
Grants to Iowa county governments for land conservation and capital projects. Funding is intended for a range of programs and projects, including environmental education, the protection and stabilization of resources, upgrade and repair of facilities, land acquisi...
Scholarships to Mississippi individuals in eligible locations to achieve academic education goals. Funding is intended to support higher education, which is fundamental to helping families and raising overall economic standards. The program's goal is to help creat...
Grants to USA nonprofit agricultural trade organizations and state agencies to offset the cost of overseas agricultural marketing expenses. First-time applicants must register in the grant portal, and all applicants are advised to complete required registrations ...
Grants to USA nonprofit agricultural trade organizations to facilitate the export of US agricultural products. First-time applicants must register in the grant portal, and all applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an applica...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, agricultural cooperatives, trade groups, and government entities to pursue new international agricultural marketing opportunities. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is ...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, agricultural cooperatives, trade groups, and government entities to address issues that restrict, limit, or threaten exports of U.S. specialty crops. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to ap...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, agricultural cooperatives, trade groups, and government entities to attract the interest of international agricultural processors and manufacturers. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to app...
Grants to New York nonprofit organizations for community benefit initiatives in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support programs and projects that improve the quality of life of local residents. Proposals should align with the needs of the community and d...
Grants to USA agencies, CBOs, Tribes, and organizations in multiple states to increase electric heat pump systems. Funding is intended for expanding access within low- and moderate-income communities to energy efficient heating and cooling systems. Eligible activi...
Grants to California music creators and businesses in eligible locations to promote professional development. Funding is intended to support artists and artist teams whose work is rooted in bold innovation, lived experience, and community expression. The grant see...
Grants of up to $20,000 to British Columbia registered charities in eligible locations for projects that contribute to the well-being of local residents. Funding is intended for programs and activities in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to a...
Grants of up to $1,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations, schools, and municipal and First Nations recreation authorities to enhance cultural, recreational, and sports opportunities for residents in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to encourag...