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2,428 Grants for Community and Economic Development

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2,428 grants found

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Tribes, and CDFIs for Small Business Loan Programs

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, Tribal entities, and community development financial institutions (CDFI’s) to support financing small businesses in eligible locations. Funding is intended for loans for businesses owned and operated by underserved po...

GrantWatch ID#: 194842

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, Career Centers, and IHEs to Benefit Rural Communities

Deadline: 07/10/26 LOI Date: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $45,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, regional councils, libraries, career technology centers, and community colleges to benefit rural communities. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181522

Grants to Maryland Agencies, IHEs, and Nonprofits for Rural Community Development Projects

Deadline: 07/10/26 LOI Date: 05/15/26

Grants to Maryland government agencies, institutions of higher education, regional councils, and nonprofit organizations for community and economic development projects in designated rural counties. Funding is intended for projects that involve two or more local g...

GrantWatch ID#: 189868

Grants to Maryland Agencies, IHEs, and Nonprofits to Advance Rural Economic Growth

Deadline: 07/10/26 LOI Date: 05/15/26

Grants to Maryland government agencies, IHEs, regional councils, and nonprofit organizations for programs that further economic growth in designated rural counties. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intend...

GrantWatch ID#: 189869

Grants to Vermont Agencies and School Districts to Enhance Safety for Walking and Biking

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to Vermont local government entities, school districts, schools, transit agencies, and regional planning commissions to develop and construct accessible and safe facilities for walking and bicycling. Two types of projects will be funded - evaluation studies...

GrantWatch ID#: 181528

Grants to Minnesota and Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Community Development

Deadline: 07/30/26 LOI Date: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Minnesota and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, public schools and other public entities, tribal governments, and churches for community development activities in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of...

GrantWatch ID#: 211488

Grants to Vermont Agencies, Transit Entities, and Schools for Walking and Biking Projects

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to Vermont government agencies, transit entities, school districts, and schools for construction projects to support walking and biking. Proposals may be for constructing new facilities, improving existing infrastructure, or a combination of both. Making im...

GrantWatch ID#: 221835
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Grants to New York City Nonprofits for Capital Projects

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to New York City nonprofit organizations for capital projects to improve the city's commercial neighborhoods. Funding is intended for projects within the following three areas: lighting, public art, and wayfinding. The purpose of the program is to encourage...

GrantWatch ID#: 213803

Grants to Illinois Business and Property Owners for Capital Improvements

Deadline: 05/30/26

Grants to Illinois industrial and commercial business and property owners in eligible locations for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended for improvements to building exteriors, interiors, mechanical systems, and most other permanent building improveme...

GrantWatch ID#: 176275
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Grants to Michigan For-Profits for Projects that Address Electrification and Transportation Is...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Michigan businesses to address electrification and transportation issues. Funding is intended to help mobility companies test their innovations in real-life settings. The purpose of funding is to support new transportation technologies, electric vehicle ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216336

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, IHEs, Schools, and Agencies for Activities to Benefit Residents...

Deadline: 06/04/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, IHEs, schools, and government agencies for activities to benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to applying. Eligible organizations align the...

GrantWatch ID#: 223301

Grants to Massachusetts Conservation and Agricultural Agencies for Resource Protection

Deadline: 07/09/26

Grants to Massachusetts municipal conservation agencies and agricultural commissions to acquire land to protect, restore, and conserve state resources. Funding is intended to acquire properties such as fields, forests, habitats, and historic or cultural resources ...

GrantWatch ID#: 141708

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Meet Community Needs of Local Residents

Deadline: 06/26/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to meet community needs and improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Eligible programs will benefit underserved populations and low and moderate-income residents. Funding priorities include non-hous...

GrantWatch ID#: 145620

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 06/24/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include youth development, health and wellbeing, economic opportunity, basic needs, and arts and creativity. Suppo...

GrantWatch ID#: 169966

Grants and In-Kind Assistance to Florida Small Businesses for Business Development

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and technical assistance to Florida small businesses in eligible locations for economic development. Funding is intended to meet a wide range of needs, including supplies, inventory, security systems, advertising, marketing, equipment, minor...

GrantWatch ID#: 185376

Grants to Idaho Nonprofits and For-Profits for Public Service and Affordable Housing Activities

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Idaho nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations, and businesses for public service and affordable housing activities in eligible locations. Eligible uses of funds include eliminating blight or slums, meeting urgent community needs, and providing ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228829

Opportunity for Washington Agencies and Tribal Nations to Nominate Eligible Census Tracts for ...

Deadline: 05/28/26

Opportunity for Washington counties, cities, ports, housing authorities, ADOs, and Tribal Nations to nominate eligible census tracts for a designation that will promote investment and economic development. Priority is given to rural regions. The benefits of design...

GrantWatch ID#: 228886

Grants to Texas Healthcare Providers for Capital Improvements

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Texas healthcare providers for capital improvements. The purpose of this program is to strengthen and modernize rural healthcare delivery by awarding funding to eligible rural healthcare providers to invest in critical infrastructure, facility upgrades, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229014

Grants to Massachusetts Agencies to Provide Outdoor Recreational Opportunities

Deadline: 07/09/26

Grants to Massachusetts municipalities to provide outdoor recreational opportunities for residents throughout the state. The purpose of funding is to make land available for recreation in urban areas and to protect conservation and recreation land. Funding can be ...

GrantWatch ID#: 141709

Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Arts and Cultural Projects that Promote Tourism

Deadline: 07/09/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations to produce events that improve the area’s cultural presence, offer valuable arts and cultural experiences, and advance tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and events that enhance the Orlando a...

GrantWatch ID#: 171874

Grants to USA Local, State, and Tribal Governments for Projects to Increase Transportation Saf...

Deadline: 06/08/26

Grants to USA and territories local, state, and Tribal governments for projects to increase transportation safety. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended for planning and infrastructure projects f...

GrantWatch ID#: 204452

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programs and Initiatives to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible locations. Areas of focus include conservation and environment, community improvement, youth development, health, mental health, education, special populations, and social ser...

GrantWatch ID#: 147455

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Tribes, and DMOs to Foster Tourism Across the State

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, tribal governments, and DMOs to increase tourism to communities across the state. Funding may be used for services contracted through a third-party vendor, advertising, trade shows, and eligible Explore Minnesota progra...

GrantWatch ID#: 156102

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits for Arts and Cultural Programming Benefiting Residents

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to Washington, DC BIPOC-focused nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural programming that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to provide impactful, high-quality arts and humanities experiences to residents livi...

GrantWatch ID#: 203920

Grants to New Jersey Municipalities to Integrate Regional Climate Change Resilience

Deadline: 07/07/26

Grants to New Jersey municipalities and counties to integrate regional climate change resilience into development planning. Localities are expected to develop regional teams to work together by enhancing the region's comprehension of how climate change impacts mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 223446

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

Deadline: 06/29/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 219821

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

Deadline: 06/09/26

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

Grants to New York City Nonprofits, Groups, and Schools to Promote Civic Engagement

Deadline: 07/27/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 176991

Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities to Improve Rail Transportation Systems

Deadline: 06/22/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA states, public agencies, for-profits, tribes, IHEs, and nonprofit organizations for projects that improve passenger and freight rail transportation systems. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take severa...

GrantWatch ID#: 198480
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Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Food and Agricultural Businesses to Participate...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a food and agricultural business competition to benefit eligible regions. Successful applicants will receive monetary support, business development support, training, and mentorship. As a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204255

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits, CBOs, and Businesses for Economic Development Projects

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Hawaii nonprofit and community-based organizations, and small businesses for community and economic development projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that strengthen economic development, workforce advancemen...

GrantWatch ID#: 202441

Grants to Minnesota Counties to Manage Construction and Demolition Materials

Deadline: 06/09/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit and for-profit organizations, institutions, government agencies, and tribal entities to reuse and manage construction and demolition materials. Funding is intended to reduce waste, address greenhouse gases emitted by manufacturing new...

GrantWatch ID#: 205276

Grants to Missouri Agencies for Community Improvement Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213983

Grants to Missouri Nonprofit CBOs to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 07/01/26

Grants to Missouri nonprofit community-based organizations and neighborhood associations for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that address crime reduction, encourage neighborhood investment, and rem...

GrantWatch ID#: 218368

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Associations, Attractions, and Agencies to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, associations, attractions, and government agencies to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to increase tourist visitation by providing support for activities in the focus areas of sports and communi...

GrantWatch ID#: 220868

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects to Improve Public Spaces

Deadline: 09/05/26 LOI Date: 06/07/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, public agencies, local governments, libraries, and park departments for projects to improve public spaces in eligible regions. Funding is intended for improvements to spaces open to the public, such as recreation spaces, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228462

Grants to Minnesota Food Manufacturing Facilities and Waste Processors to Reduce Pollution

Deadline: 07/01/26

Grants to Minnesota food and beverage manufacturing facilities and food system waste processors for projects to reduce pollution. Funding is intended for the development and implementation of innovative technologies and processes that reduce waste and emissions, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 228736

Grants to New York Arts and Culture Nonprofits and Agencies for Preservation Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26 LOI Date: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to New York arts and culture organizations, nonprofit organizations, and municipalities for community preservation projects. Applicants must submit a pre-application before being invited to submit a full proposal. Funding is intended for do...

GrantWatch ID#: 229126
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Grants for Ohio Nonprofits for Programs That Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of arts and culture, education, health, community and economic development, environment, recreation, and hum...

GrantWatch ID#: 147195
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Grants to Ohio and Michigan Nonprofits for Capital Projects

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Ohio and Michigan nonprofit organizations for projects that enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for capital requests only. Focus areas include social services, neighborhood and urban affairs, physical ...

GrantWatch ID#: 152740
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Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits for Sustainable Energy Projects

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations, businesses, academic institutions, municipalities, and state agencies for facility upgrades that promote sustainable energy usage. Funding is intended to support large-scale commercial projects. Grant funds may be us...

GrantWatch ID#: 159535
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Grants to Kansas Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects within a range of focus areas, including children, youth, and the elderly; education; arts; basic human needs; conservation; heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 162611
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Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Recreational, Sports, and Cultura...

Deadline: 05/15/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 163128
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Grants to Saskatchewan First Nations and Non-First Nations Charities for Projects that Benefit...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Saskatchewan First Nations and non-First Nations charitable organizations for economic and community development projects that benefit First Nations communities in eligible regions. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Fundi...

GrantWatch ID#: 165205
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Grants to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Programs that Be...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, churches, volunteer fire departments, and schools for projects that benefit residents in eligible counties. Priority will be given to projects offering material ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167393
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Grants to Montana Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs to Promote Environmental Remediation

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Montana government agencies, Tribal governments, special districts, and institutions of higher education for environmental protection and remediation projects. Funding is intended to protect state citizens from the negative impacts of mineral development...

GrantWatch ID#: 169501
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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
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Grants to USA Nonprofits to Promote and Advance American Indian Culture and Self-Sufficiency

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding is intended to support activities that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, the facilitation of American Indian ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 174514
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Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits, Businesses, and Agencies to Provide College Students with Wo...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations and charities, social enterprises, municipalities, and private sector entities to provide students with paid work experience related to their chosen career paths. Funding, in the form of a financial incentive, is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 175370
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Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit the Elderly, Women, Children, and Low...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for initiatives that benefit the elderly, women, children, and low-income and disadvantaged individuals in eligible regions. Funding is intended to be used for projects and general operations. Focus areas include health,...

GrantWatch ID#: 176688