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365 Grants for Community and Economic Development

Discover grants that support community and economic development initiatives. Funding is available for neighborhood revitalization, infrastructure improvements, capacity-building, beautification efforts, and development projects and programs that stimulate local economies and enhance overall well-being.

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Fellowships to Alaska Artists to Promote Professional Development

Deadline: 05/05/26

Fellowships of $25,000 and in-kind support to Alaska artists for projects that promote professional and career development. Funding is intended to advance the state's culture, community vibrancy, and art. The grant will assist mid-career artists by supporting the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220513
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Grants to Kentucky Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals for Water Quality Educat...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Kentucky nonprofits, corporations, government entities, associations, and property owners and tenants for educational programming focused on improving water quality in eligible regions. Eligible projects include workshops, educational ga...

GrantWatch ID#: 219121

Opportunity for Alabama Emerging Companies to Participate in a Business Development Program in...

Deadline: 06/10/26

Opportunity for Alabama start-ups focusing on energy and climate-related technology to participate in a business development program in eligible locations. The opportunity is intended for participation in a mentorship-based program that assists startups that focus...

GrantWatch ID#: 208022
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Awards and In-Kind Support to USA Organization Founders Ages 50 and Over to Recognize Positive...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Awards of $75,000 and in-kind support to USA individual nonprofit founders ages 50 and older to recognize efforts to create a positive impact. The award is intended to acknowledge organizational leaders who use their life experiences to make a difference. Applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 180642

Grants to Ohio Individuals and Businesses to Enhance the Exterior Appearance of Buildings

Deadline: 05/08/26 LOI Date: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Ohio building owners to enhance the exterior appearance of buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended for buildings located in low- to moderate-income areas. Enhancements must be performed on private property. Eligible building...

GrantWatch ID#: 199605

Grants to Ohio Individuals and Businesses to Create Business Space from Vacant Property

Deadline: 05/08/26 LOI Date: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to Ohio individuals and organizations to create business occupancy space by improving vacant commercial properties in eligible regions. The applicants will be required to bring first-floor spaces up to current code standards. The funder see...

GrantWatch ID#: 204113

Grants to Ohio Individuals and Businesses for Planning to Revitalize Vacant Commercial Spaces

Deadline: 05/08/26 LOI Date: 05/01/26

Grants to Ohio building owners in eligible locations to conduct a feasibility study on how to maximize vacant commercial space in their buildings. Funding is intended to contribute toward the goals of neighborhood revitalization. Eligible buildings must be located...

GrantWatch ID#: 213582

Contest for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals to Address...

Deadline: 05/21/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and individuals to participate in a contest to address environmental and social concerns. The purpose of the challenge is to find solutions related to the UN Sustainable Develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 228080
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Groups to Enhance Public Spaces

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit and for-profit organizations, teams of residents, and community groups for projects that enhance public neighborhood spaces in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and projects that bring character, color, and i...

GrantWatch ID#: 207444

Loans to Kentucky Small Businesses for Electric Signage

Deadline: 05/08/26

Loans of up to $10,000 to Kentucky small businesses in eligible locations for electronic signage. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for the restoration or installation of historic projection signs. The purpose of funding is...

GrantWatch ID#: 222628

Grants to Colorado Artists, Nonprofits, and For-Profits for Cultural Projects

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit and for-profit organizations, individual artists, and groups for community programming in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to revitalize the creative economy while also buil...

GrantWatch ID#: 226594

Grants to Oregon Entities to Improve the Capabilities of CBOs Addressing Climate Change

Deadline: 06/22/26 LOI Date: 05/06/26

Grant to Oregon organizations, individuals, firms, teams, and consultants to improve the effectiveness and capabilities of community organizations addressing climate change in eligible areas. Funding is intended to address budget constraints, organizational manage...

GrantWatch ID#: 220515
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Grants to Florida Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals in Eligible Regions to Promote Tour...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations, businesses, and property owners to preserve historic sites, foster tourism, and promote economic development in eligible locations. Funding is intended to further historic preservation, heritage tourism, and related busin...

GrantWatch ID#: 156784
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Grants to Nebraska Organizations and Farms to Promote the Grape and Wine Industry

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Nebraska organizations, academic institutions, industry groups, farms, and individual growers for projects that enhance and promote the local grape and wine industry. Funding is intended to support a range of activities that improve the competitiveness o...

GrantWatch ID#: 169051
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Sponsorships to West Virginia Individuals and Teams For Sporting Events and Competitions

Deadline: 05/01/26

Sponsorships to West Virginia individuals and teams in eligible locations to promote tourism and athletic events. Funding is intended to support recreational sports such as skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and other competitions that offer a brand awareness ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178462
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Grants to Iowa Agencies, Nonprofits, Businesses, and Individuals to Preserve and Enhance State...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Iowa agencies, nonprofit organizations, tribal societies and governments, businesses, and individuals for preserving and enhancing state resources. Funding is intended for museums, documentary collections, and historic preservation. All ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179854
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Grants to Texas Business and Property Owners for Physical Improvements to Properties in Eligib...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Texas business and property owners in eligible locations for physical improvements to properties and business premises. Funding is intended to support facade improvements, demolition, landscaping, and painting. Funded projects must be wi...

GrantWatch ID#: 199616

Grants to Ohio Property Owners and Tenants for Improvements to Commercial Buildings

Deadline: 05/08/26 LOI Date: 05/01/26

Grants to Ohio property owners and tenants to renovate commercial buildings in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a pre-application before submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to promote street-facing improvements that enhance neighborhood chara...

GrantWatch ID#: 213583
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Grants to Kansas Young Farmers for Professional Development

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Kansas young or beginning farmers to start or expand their farming operations. Funding is intended to help early-stage farmers further their careers in agriculture. Eligible applicants reside and operate in the foundation service area de...

GrantWatch ID#: 223162
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Grants to Michigan Organizations, Businesses, and Individuals for Initiatives to Benefit the C...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Michigan organizations, businesses, and individuals for initiatives to benefit the community in eligible regions. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: job creation, vocational education, tourism, retail, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 226113
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Grants to California Artists, Nonprofits, CBOs, Businesses, and City Divisions for Cultural an...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to California artists, nonprofit and community-based organizations, businesses, and City divisions for cultural and arts activities in eligible locations. The purpose of this grant program is to foster partnerships between artists, art produ...

GrantWatch ID#: 226618
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Grants to Arkansas Businesses and Property Owners for Building Restoration Projects

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Arkansas businesses and property owners for building restoration and community revitalization projects in eligible regions. Eligible uses of funding include, but are not limited to facade improvements, new construction, painting, and signage. The goal of...

GrantWatch ID#: 228118

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits and Individuals for Arts and Humanities Programming

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $20,000 to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations and individuals for arts and humanities programming. The goal of the program is to enhance the quality of life for local residents, strengthen the creative economy, and p...

GrantWatch ID#: 171430

Grants to New York Researchers for Economic Research on Coastal Resources

Deadline: 06/08/26 LOI Date: 05/04/26

Grants to New York researchers affiliated with universities, nonprofit and for-profit institutions, and government agencies for research related to marine and coastal resources throughout the state. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 228431

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Artists and Nonprofits for Public Arts Programming

Deadline: 06/09/26 Conference Date: 05/05/26

Grants and in-kind support to Ontario artists, arts collectives, and nonprofit organizations to provide public programs in eligible locations. First-time applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects and programming in a range o...

GrantWatch ID#: 165194
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Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Entrepreneurs for Business Initiatives in Eli...

Deadline: 05/06/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Minnesota nonprofit and for-profit organizations and entrepreneurs for business initiatives in eligible locations. Eligible projects include building construction and renovation, equipment and supplies purchases, workforce development, m...

GrantWatch ID#: 225640
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Grants to New York Nonprofits, Agencies, Farmers, and Agricultural Landowners to Improve Energ...

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations, government agencies, farmers, and agricultural landowners to improve energy efficiency. Funding is intended to increase options for farmers to benefit from the integration of solar energy development on their land while ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228096

Grants to Colorado Neighborhood Groups for Community-Strengthening Activities

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Colorado neighborhood groups and residents for community-strengthening activities in eligible regions. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to foster community participation through experiences,...

GrantWatch ID#: 180646

Grants to Iowa High School STEM Teachers for Workforce Development Efforts

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa high school teachers for professional development within the STEM field. Funding is intended to assist teachers in connecting classroom curricula and skills to the needs of STEM-based workplaces. The program targets secondary STEM (s...

GrantWatch ID#: 211766

Grants to USA Researchers and Arts Leaders for Research on Community Arts and Economic Mobility

Deadline: 08/31/26 LOI Date: 05/12/26

Grants to USA researchers and arts organization leaders for research related to community arts and economic mobility. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects investigating how arts organizations define and sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 228477

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and IHEs to Enhance the Local Specialty C...

Deadline: 05/13/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit and for-profit entities, farmers, local units of government, and institutions of higher education for projects that benefit the agricultural industry. Funding is intended to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in the state. A...

GrantWatch ID#: 143855

Grants to British Columbia Individuals for Community Projects

Deadline: 05/13/26

Grants to British Columbia individuals for projects and activities that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Applicants must obtain required permits and insurance prior to applying. Funding is intended to support neighborhood projects such as community g...

GrantWatch ID#: 193137

Grants to Canada Indigenous Individuals, Groups, Nonprofits, and Agencies for Screen Productio...

Deadline: 05/13/26

Grants to Canada Indigenous individuals, corporations, groups, nonprofit organizations, and governments, and BIPOC nonprofit organizations to create screen productions. Funding is intended for all phases of the production process, including development, post-produ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223063

Opportunity for Alabama Individuals to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 05/14/26

Opportunity for Alabama individuals in eligible locations to participate in a business development program that provides product ideas, mentorship, and coaching. The opportunity is intended to help develop ideas. The program is a venture-creation workshop for entr...

GrantWatch ID#: 228690

Grants to Yukon Individuals, Nonprofits, and For-Profits for Professional Development in the C...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Yukon individuals, nonprofit organizations, and for-profits to promote the career advancement of those working in creative industries. Applicants must consult with program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support training opportunities tha...

GrantWatch ID#: 169654

Housing Assistance to Colorado Individuals to Facilitate Living and Working in Eligible Regi...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Housing assistance to Colorado individuals to facilitate living and working in eligible regions. Applicants may apply for assistance in the form of move-in assistance, rental assistance, and down payment assistance for home purchases. Funding is intended to assist...

GrantWatch ID#: 199174

In-Kind Support to California Nonprofits, Agencies, Businesses, and Individuals for Local Beau...

Deadline: 05/15/26

In-kind support to California nonprofit organizations, public agencies, businesses, and individuals for local beautification and community improvement projects in eligible regions. Successful applicants will receive supplies to complete the project. Projects must ...

GrantWatch ID#: 206146

Grants to South Dakota Individuals and Nonprofits for a Range of Community Benefit Projects an...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to South Dakota individuals and nonprofit organizations for a range of community benefit projects in the funding source's business footprint. Individuals may apply for funds to address unexpected expenses. Funding is intended for initiatives in the followin...

GrantWatch ID#: 225419

Grants to Michigan Property Owners for Neighborhood Improvement Projects

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan property owners for neighborhood improvement projects in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to enhance the historic character of the downtown district by improving and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225986

Grants to Massachusetts Businesses and Property Owners for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants and in-kind assistance to Massachusetts businesses and property owners in eligible locations for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended to improve signage and implement more extensive upgrades to commercial buildings. The program aims to enhance ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225994

Grants to North Carolina Businesses and Property Owners to Improve Commercial Buildings

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to North Carolina businesses and property owners to implement physical improvements to commercial buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the aesthetics of the city, leading to increased property values and economic ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227954

Grant to a Connecticut Property Owner for Historical Preservation Projects

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grant of up to $10,000 to a Connecticut property owner in eligible locations for projects that preserve the area's architectural and cultural heritage. Funding is intended to maintain historic homes in urban areas, benefiting homeowners and their communities. The ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228585

Grants to Tennessee Artists, Collectives, and Nonprofits for Community Arts Projects

Deadline: 06/26/26 Conference Date: 05/18/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Tennessee artists, artist collectives, and community-based nonprofit organizations for arts projects and activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended to assist artists and organizations in building, strengthening, and cultivating ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183958

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Grants to Mississippi Property and Business Owners for Facade Enhancements in Downtown Areas

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to Mississippi property owners and business owners for exterior building enhancements in downtown districts of eligible regions. Funding is intended for facade improvements that revitalize the character and attractiveness of the area. Eligible properties mu...

GrantWatch ID#: 221032

Grants to California Individual Artists for Project Creation and Career Development

Deadline: 07/01/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to California individual artists in eligible locations for project creation and career development. Funding is intended to increase the capacity for artists to work, advance their creative professions, and navigate the complexities of making...

GrantWatch ID#: 186446

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to benefit low-income residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for programs in arts, culture, community, economic development, after-school education, the elderly, the environment, health and human services...

GrantWatch ID#: 180679

Grants to Nebraska Homeowners in Eligible Locations to Install or Repair Residential Sidewalks

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Nebraska homeowners in eligible locations to install or repair residential sidewalks. Funding is intended to enhance the appeal of the city, increase property values, and improve the usability of the area. Eligible projects must be for the repair, replac...

GrantWatch ID#: 227463

Grants to Canada Music Artists, Record Labels, and Managers for Artist Promotion and Touring I...

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants to Canada music artists, independent record labels, and artist managers for marketing and promotional activities. Funding is intended to help emerging and promising music artists launch their professional careers. The goal of the program is to directly impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 175217

Grants to USA Individuals in Northeastern States for Projects to Improve Aquaculture Production

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to USA individuals associated with research institutions, organizations, federal agencies, corporations, IHEs, and agricultural experiment stations in Northeastern states for regional projects to increase aquaculture processing, profitability, and productio...

GrantWatch ID#: 186328