1,949 Community Economic Development Grants

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Grants to Texas Organizations and Entities for Projects Addressing Climate Change, Resilience,...

Deadline: 07/17/25 Conference Date: 06/10/25

Grants of up to $3,000 to Texas organizations and entities for projects addressing climate change, community resilience, and food security in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address inequities and health disparities and improve the local quality of life. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 215180

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Labor and Business Organizations to Supp...

Deadline: 07/17/25 Conference Date: 06/16/25

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, and labor and business organizations to support agriculture-related professional development. Funding is intended to benefit dislocated workers throughout the state. Eligible activities include o...

GrantWatch ID#: 221581

Grants to Alabama Municipalities to Attract Visitors and Businesses to Communities Statewide

Deadline: 07/18/25

Grants of up to $2,500 to Alabama municipalities for promotional and economic development projects that attract visitors and businesses to cities, towns, and communities statewide. Funding is intended to market and advertise the economic and cultural value within local...

GrantWatch ID#: 167263

Grants to New York Nonprofits and Public Entities to Address the Needs of Residents in Eligib...

Deadline: 07/18/25 LOI Date: 06/13/25

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations and public entities for programs that address the needs of residents in eligible counties. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a grant application. Funding is intended for activities and projects in a range of fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 175550

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Qualifying Municipalities in Multiple ...

Deadline: 07/18/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, qualifying municipalities, and educational institutions in multiple states for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of safety, community building, and environme...

GrantWatch ID#: 180329

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Build Organizational Capacity

Deadline: 07/18/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to strengthen organizational capacity. Funding is intended to help local organizations impact their communities and achieve their mission. Eligible applicants are located in or serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 188287

Grants to Texas and Arkansas Organizations in Eligible Locations to Reduce Poverty in Rural Ar...

Deadline: 07/18/25

Grants to Texas and Arkansas organizations in eligible locations to reduce poverty and provide access and opportunities for local residents in rural areas. Funding may be used for the following types of support: general operating support, project support, capital impro...

GrantWatch ID#: 190346

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Projects and Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 07/18/25

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact the funding source before submitting a full application. Funding areas include arts and culture, built environment, and investigat...

GrantWatch ID#: 196004

Grants to North Dakota LEAs and Postsecondary Institutions for Professional Training Programs ...

Deadline: 07/18/25

Grants of up to $2,500 to North Dakota local education agencies and postsecondary institutions for professional training programs to benefit disadvantaged populations. Funding may be used for materials, instruction, and educational activities. The purpose of the progra...

GrantWatch ID#: 204143

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Government Units to Enhance the Quality of Life for Lo...

Deadline: 07/20/25

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and public governmental units to enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the focus areas of human relations, human services, education, e...

GrantWatch ID#: 163126

Grants to New York Nonprofits to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 07/20/25 LOI Date: 07/06/25

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs in the focus areas of arts and culture, education, youth, health and wellness, seniors, human services, community improvement, and histo...

GrantWatch ID#: 175589

Grants to Minnesota Local Governments and Development Authorities to Plan Economic and Communi...

Deadline: 07/21/25

Grants to Minnesota qualifying local government agencies, counties, and development authorities in eligible regions to support projects that promote economic and urban development. Funding is intended to support initial design and planning activities such as financial ...

GrantWatch ID#: 142661

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Communities in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 07/21/25

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for projects that directly benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding priority is given to programs that target the following areas of need: shelter and housing, at-risk youth, youth development, economic need, access t...

GrantWatch ID#: 178149

Fellowships to Israel Mid-Career Professionals to Study at United States Universities

Deadline: 07/21/25

Fellowships to Israel mid-career professionals to study and gain professional experience for one year in the United States. Priority will be given to candidates who make an effort to improve the lives of underserved populations. Fellows are placed in theme-based groups...

GrantWatch ID#: 181186

Grants and Loans to Virginia Nonprofits and Agencies for Energy-Related Projects

Deadline: 07/21/25 LOI Date: 06/23/25

Grants and loans to Virginia nonprofit organizations and government agencies for energy-related projects in eligible locations. Applicants are required to submit a pre-application prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended to support economic development, w...

GrantWatch ID#: 218982

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Community Needs in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 07/22/25

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies to address a wide range of community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects in the focus areas of education, arts and culture, health, community development, human s...

GrantWatch ID#: 159261
Upcoming

Grants and In-Kind Support to Nova Scotia Startups to Promote Business Development

Deadline: 07/22/25

Grants and in-kind support to Nova Scotia startup companies for activities that assist in achieving investment readiness. Funding is intended to promote the growth of emerging businesses in the following sectors: clean technology, agriculture technology, health technol...

GrantWatch ID#: 192115

Grants to California Local Agencies for Affordable Housing Projects

Deadline: 07/22/25

Grants to California local governmental agencies for housing development programs. Funding is intended to help cities and counties promote and develop affordable housing options for low-income households, and to assist people who are homeless or at risk of becoming hom...

GrantWatch ID#: 192429

Grants to Alabama Communities for Community Improvement Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 07/23/25

Grants to Alabama communities for community improvement programs. Funding areas of interest include housing rehabilitation, drainage and sewer improvements, community centers and recreational facilities, planning projects, road improvements, and more. Eligible applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 195694

Grants and In-Kind Support to Missouri Entrepreneurs for Business Development Support

Deadline: 07/24/25

Grants of $1,500 and in-kind support to Missouri entrepreneurs at nonprofit and for-profit organizations in eligible locations to develop new ideas. The program is intended as a professional development opportunity for first-time entrepreneurs in the early stages of a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197308

Loans to Iowa Businesses, Electric Cooperatives, Municipal Utilities, and Individuals to Expan...

Deadline: 07/24/25

Loans to Iowa businesses, electric cooperatives, municipal utilities, and individuals for projects to expand and develop energy infrastructure. The purpose of the program is to provide low-interest loans that aid in the development and construction of infrastructure th...

GrantWatch ID#: 198922

Grants to Massachusetts Agricultural Businesses in the Cranberry Sector to Increase Productivi...

Deadline: 07/24/25 Conference Date: 06/10/25

Grants to Massachusetts agricultural production businesses in the cranberry sector to enhance existing cranberry bogs and increase productivity. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended to promote long-term growth, innovat...

GrantWatch ID#: 214390

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Faith-Based Organizations for Programs that Benefit Re...

Deadline: 07/25/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to North Carolina nonprofit and faith-based organizations for programs that address community needs and enrich the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of education, health, the environment, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167423

Grants to Arkansas Local Governments for Preliminary Evaluations of Tourism Projects

Deadline: 07/25/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Arkansas counties and cities to support research projects related to local tourist attractions. Funding is intended to support studies that will examine the potential of local sites and events to attract visitors. Eligible attractions include...

GrantWatch ID#: 176585

Grants to New York City Nonprofits and Community Groups for Projects to Promote Civic Engageme...

Deadline: 07/25/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to New York City nonprofit organizations, community groups, and schools for projects to address the concerns and priorities of local communities. Funding is intended to promote civic engagement and enhance the local quality of life. Areas of inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 176991
Upcoming

Grants to Texas Nonprofits and Individuals for Local Arts and Cultural Festivals in Eligible L...

Deadline: 07/25/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations and artists for local arts and cultural festivals in eligible locations. Funding is intended for festivals that promote the area as a creative location and as a unique destination for arts and culture. Festivals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184753

Grants to New York City Small Businesses to Promote Involvement in Their Neighborhoods

Deadline: 07/25/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to New York City small businesses to promote involvement in their neighborhoods. The goal of the program is to enhance the impact that businesses have on their communities in the focus areas of health and wellness, education and youth, arts and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 191754

Grants to South Carolina Agencies and Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Conservation Projec...

Deadline: 07/25/25

Grants to South Carolina municipalities, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for environmental projects. Applicants must submit an intent to apply form prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support and promote...

GrantWatch ID#: 197542

Grants to North Dakota Agencies for Programs and Projects to Benefit Low- to Moderate-Income C...

Deadline: 07/25/25

Grants to North Dakota local government agencies for programs and projects to benefit low- to moderate-income communities. Funding may be used for projects to improve housing and public facilities, as well as to encourage economic development. The purpose of the progra...

GrantWatch ID#: 204184

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits and Charitable Organizations in Eligible Locations for Projects...

Deadline: 07/25/25

Grants of up to $2,500 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and charitable organizations in eligible locations for projects to benefit the community. Funding is intended to support arts and culture, community development, education, environment and animal welfare, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209436

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Projects to Expand the Recreational Trail Network in Eli...

Deadline: 07/25/25

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for projects to expand the recreational trail network in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to improve the local quality of life. Funding is intended to support projects and programs that add additional miles ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217656

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Maintain and Operate Park and Recreation Facilities in El...

Deadline: 07/25/25

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for the maintenance and operation of park and recreation facilities in eligible regions. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for local residents by improving the park system. Eligible activities must benefit...

GrantWatch ID#: 217657

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Expand Green Stormwater Infrastructure in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 07/25/25

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to expand green stormwater infrastructure in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that contribute to community cooling and greening, including green roofs, rain gardens, tree installation, and terrain feature...

GrantWatch ID#: 217658

Grants to Kentucky Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals for Water Quality Infras...

Deadline: 07/25/25 Conference Date: 06/23/25

Grants to Kentucky nonprofits, corporations, government entities, associations, and property owners and tenants for projects to improve water infrastructure in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that improve local water quality. Funded projects must tak...

GrantWatch ID#: 219122

Grants to Kansas and Missouri Nonprofits, Agencies, and School Districts for Programs and Proj...

Deadline: 07/25/25 LOI Date: 07/01/25

Grants to Kansas and Missouri nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and school districts for programs and projects to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Applicants must register in the grants portal and supply an LOI prior to applying. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 219821

Contracts for Services to Georgia Nonprofits and IHEs for Arts and Cultural Programs

Deadline: 07/28/25 Conference Date: 06/07/25

Contracts for services to Georgia nonprofit organizations and IHEs for arts and cultural programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote community development and enrich the lives of local residents. Eligible programs must be publicly accessible and must...

GrantWatch ID#: 142879

Grants to West Virginia Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Health, Education, and Economic Gro...

Deadline: 07/28/25 LOI Date: 06/30/25

Grants to West Virginia nonprofit organizations and government entities for projects and programs in the areas of health, education, and economic development in eligible counties. Applicants must discuss their proposal with program staff at least two months prior to su...

GrantWatch ID#: 171491

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Community Needs in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 07/28/25

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects and initiatives that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for charitable programs and activities within a range of focus areas. Eligible programs serve the resident...

GrantWatch ID#: 178512

Grants to New Hampshire Municipalities for Community Development in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 07/28/25

Grants to New Hampshire municipalities in eligible regions for housing, economic development, and community-based initiatives to benefit lower to middle-income residents. Applicants should contact the funding source to review potential projects prior to submitting an a...

GrantWatch ID#: 178729

Grants and loans to Ontario For-Profits, IHEs, and Nonprofits to Advance the Forestry and Wood...

Deadline: 07/28/25 LOI Date: 06/20/25

Grants and loans to Ontario forest sector businesses, IHEs, and forest-sector related nonprofit organizations to advance the forestry and wood products industry throughout the Province. Applicants must submit a first-stage application prior to applying. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 190895

Grants to Missouri Local Governments for Community Improvement Projects to Benefit Low- and Mo...

Deadline: 07/28/25

Grants to Missouri local governments for community improvement projects that benefit low and moderate-income residents in eligible locations. Applicants are required to hold a public hearing prior to submitting a full application, and a community needs assessment is re...

GrantWatch ID#: 213983

Grants to Alabama IHEs, Hospitals, and Nonprofit Research Institutions for R&D Related to Empl...

Deadline: 07/29/25

Grants to Alabama institutions of higher education, public hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions for research and development projects related to economic development and employment. Funding is intended for R&D projects and activities related to enhancing work...

GrantWatch ID#: 188394
Upcoming

Opportunity for British Columbia Artists to Become the Resident Artist for a City

Deadline: 07/29/25

Opportunity for British Columbia artists to become the resident artist for a city. The artist will be expected to engage the community, create temporary artwork for the city, and address climate change and/or the environment in their work. Artists may be individuals or...

GrantWatch ID#: 217201

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Capital Expenses and Programming Benefiting Residents in Elig...

Deadline: 07/30/25

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of health, education, animals, environment, arts and humanities, human services, and public benef...

GrantWatch ID#: 146453

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and Tax-Exempt Institutions for Programs that Strengthen Local C...

Deadline: 07/30/25

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations and tax-exempt institutions, including government agencies, schools, hospitals, and religious institutions, for programs that foster strong, vibrant communities in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prio...

GrantWatch ID#: 149937

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits in Eligible Counties for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 07/30/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Georgia nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for programs and services that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for organizations that assist with food, health, safety, shelter, education, economic development, and cultural e...

GrantWatch ID#: 166464

Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits to Promote the Local Tourism Industry

Deadline: 07/30/25

Grants to Louisiana nonprofit organizations to promote tourism and improve the quality of life in eligible areas. Funding is intended for activities that increase the number of out-of-area visitors and the use of local lodging facilities. The program aims to support th...

GrantWatch ID#: 171191

Grants to Washington Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Benefit Underserved Communities

Deadline: 07/30/25

Grants of up to $7,500 to Washington nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for grassroots efforts that support community engagement for individuals affected by racial inequity and poverty. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 179365

Grants to Alaska Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies to Improve Trails and Parks

Deadline: 07/30/25

Grants to Alaska nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, government agencies, faith-based entities, and service organizations to enhance recreational trails and parks in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and projects that improve and expand trail...

GrantWatch ID#: 219258

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Agencies, and Businesses to Enhance Public Transportation

Deadline: 07/31/25

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, government entities, businesses, public transit agencies, and railroad owners and operators to enhance public transportation. Funding is intended to develop, upgrade, and improve transportation assets, streetscape, lighti...

GrantWatch ID#: 142698