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2,428 Grants for Community and Economic Development

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2,428 grants found

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits for Community-Benefit Projects

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities in the areas of community service, economic development, education, youth, and environment. Contributions will be...

GrantWatch ID#: 226100

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies for Water Conservation Projects

Deadline: 10/16/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and government agencies for water conservation projects. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended for repairing and protecting waterways in order to enhance water quality and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 226601

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Districts, Agencies, and IHEs for Watershed Conservation

Deadline: 10/16/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, conservation districts, government entities, and IHEs for watershed conservation and restoration projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects to restore, preserve, and protect water...

GrantWatch ID#: 228839

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits in Eligible Counties for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 09/20/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for programs that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for projects and activities within the focus areas of health, education, human services, community betterment, and capacity building. Eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 199288

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations for programs and initiatives that benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of STEM education, community development, sustainability and environment, cultural heritage pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 223042

Grants to Alberta Artists, Cultural Workers, and Collectives in Eligible Locations for Profess...

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta individual artists, cultural workers, and collectives in eligible locations for professional development opportunities. Funding is intended for programs and activities related to the development of an artist’s practice and caree...

GrantWatch ID#: 201153

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits to Promote Civic Participation and Meet Community Needs

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations for activities that engage residents, promote civic participation, and advance positive change in eligible regions. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for activi...

GrantWatch ID#: 201293

Grants and Loans to Ontario Businesses for Economic Development Assistance

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants and loans to Ontario businesses for economic development support. Applicants must register in the grant portal and consult with staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist advanced manufacturing companies, with a focus on small and medium-sized b...

GrantWatch ID#: 204456

Grants to Texas Women Small Business Owners for Projects that Promote Business Growth

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of $5,000 to Texas women-owned businesses for innovative projects that promote early-stage business development. Funding is intended to support new initiatives that contribute to the growth and success of the business. Funds may be used for purposes that in...

GrantWatch ID#: 211047

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Faith-Based Entities to Address Communit...

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, public schools, and faith-based entities for community benefit activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address critical needs, including housing, education, and comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 218698

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, public schools, and faith-based entities for capital improvement projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects such as building renovations, new construction, land acquisition, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 218699

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, Churches, and Schools to Enhance the Quality of Life ...

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and churches to enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible regions. Eligible projects must fall into one of the following funding priorities: increasing recreation opportuni...

GrantWatch ID#: 157363

Grants to Ontario Music Promoters, Presenters, and Agents to Promote Entrepreneurship and Deve...

Deadline: 09/24/26

Grants to Ontario music promoters, presenters, and booking agents to stimulate entrepreneurship and develop the local music industry. Funding is intended to support music-based businesses and artist entrepreneurs so that they can increase access, advance competiti...

GrantWatch ID#: 184158

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies for Economic Development Programs

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and fire and ambulance organizations for economic development programs in eligible areas. Funding is intended to support programs and activities, including enhancing public services, training and educ...

GrantWatch ID#: 152116

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Charitable Organizations, and Individuals for Programs and Proj...

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, charitable organizations, and individuals for activities that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of beautification, health a...

GrantWatch ID#: 204831

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits to Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit, community, and civic organizations for projects to improve the quality of life in eligible counties. Funding is intended for the focus areas of education and youth, community service, environment, disaster relief, emergency energy as...

GrantWatch ID#: 228208

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Costs Associated with Hosting Sporting Events

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations to host sporting events in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to offset costs associated with hosting or bidding for new and inaugural events a...

GrantWatch ID#: 159233

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies for Activities to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs, projects, and services that benefit community residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life of the local community and provide for those less f...

GrantWatch ID#: 174802

Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits to Provide Legal Services to Underserved Residents

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations to assist underserved residents. Funding is intended to assist nonprofits that provide mortgage foreclosure defense services to vulnerable and underrepresented residents of the state, and to support programs that seek to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179555

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits and Schools for Programs that Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, community groups, and schools for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of education, youth, arts and culture, social servic...

GrantWatch ID#: 210587

Grants to Iowa Small Businesses to Support Business Growth

Deadline: 09/28/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa small businesses to support business growth in eligible locations. Applicants will be chosen and awarded at an event in October. This grant program is intended to assist business expansion and to enhance the quality of life for resid...

GrantWatch ID#: 228426

Grants to Ontario Charities to Strengthen Communities in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/05/26 Conference Date: 09/28/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ontario charities in eligible regions for projects that address identified community challenges and help to improve the quality of life for local residents. Applicants must have a consultation meeting with grant staff prior to submitting...

GrantWatch ID#: 158825

Grants to West Virginia For-Profits to Improve Global Sales

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to West Virginia companies to promote business development and improve international sales. Applicants must register before applying. Funding is intended to assist with export promotion activities, such as participation in foreign trade mis...

GrantWatch ID#: 225158

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, registered charities, public education institutions, and government entities to enhance the quality of life in eligible regions. The purpose of these grants is to promote programs that serve communities where the f...

GrantWatch ID#: 129040

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Public Institutions in Eligible Regions to Benefit Local Residen...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and public institutions to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support programs in the following areas of focus: health, wellness, human services, education, community development, environment,...

GrantWatch ID#: 132658

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to address a wide range of community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that may include social services, community development activities, cultural programs, community health needs, educ...

GrantWatch ID#: 151311

Grants, Sponsorships, and Prizes to Manitoba Organizations to Enhance the Local Community

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants, sponsorships, and prizes to Manitoba organizations to enhance the local community. Grant funds may be requested for professional development, equipment, planning, and public awareness. Sponsorships and Prizes are available for community fundraisers, festiv...

GrantWatch ID#: 156673

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Assist Disadvantaged Populations

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for operational support and programs that will improve the quality of life for residents. Funding is intended for initiatives that address the needs of individuals who are socially, economicall...

GrantWatch ID#: 170944

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Programs that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations for programs, activities, and events that benefit eligible communities. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to support community development initiatives, particular...

GrantWatch ID#: 175144

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for capacity-building projects and initiatives that will improve organizational...

GrantWatch ID#: 179292

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Community Betterment Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and academic and research institutions for programs to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for organizations and projects dedicated to community and ci...

GrantWatch ID#: 179293

Grants to Illinois and Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions for Programs to...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Illinois and Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for programs to benefit local communities in eligible areas. Eligible programs may fall into the categories of housing, mental health, economic development, chil...

GrantWatch ID#: 179933

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Areas for Community Development Projec...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies in eligible areas for community development projects and programs. Funding is intended for programs and projects in the areas of education, culture, social services, wellness, recreation, enviro...

GrantWatch ID#: 180015

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies to Reduce Housing Blight

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, local governments, and municipal authorities to reverse and address housing blight in eligible locations. The goals of the program include spurring private investment, increasing home values, and making communities s...

GrantWatch ID#: 183433

Grants to Idaho Nonprofits and Agencies for Historic Preservation Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Idaho nonprofit organizations and government entities for historic preservation projects. Funding is intended to protect and preserve collections, buildings, or sites of cultural and historical significance. Approved projects must result...

GrantWatch ID#: 184335

Grants to Texas Property Owners and Tenants in Eligible Locations for Capital Improvements to ...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Texas property owners and tenants for capital improvements to commercial buildings in eligible locations. Applicants must meet with program staff and obtain required permits prior to applying. Funding is intended to support enhancements to building facad...

GrantWatch ID#: 185512

Grants to USA Territories, Israel, and International Women Entrepreneurs for Business and Orga...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA Territories, Israel, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact famil...

GrantWatch ID#: 186824

Grants to New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York, and California Nonprofits to Enhance the W...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York, and California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to enhance the welfare of residents. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of health, education, youth, and community building. Priority w...

GrantWatch ID#: 187065

Grants to Oregon Local Governments in Eligible Regions for Planning Projects that Foster Econo...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Oregon local governments for planning activities that foster economic and workforce development and enhance local communities within the funding source's service area. Funding is intended to support projects that include, but are not limited to, transpor...

GrantWatch ID#: 194702

Grants to Oregon Land Owners, Schools, IHEs, Businesses, Local Governments, Nonprofits, and In...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Oregon land owners, school districts, IHEs, businesses, local governments, nonprofit organizations, and individuals in eligible regions for economic development projects. Funding is intended for programs that will improve opportunity and...

GrantWatch ID#: 194704

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Projects to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for projects to improve the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended for projects in the areas of the environment, education, arts and culture, health and human services, co...

GrantWatch ID#: 197614

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Improve the Local Economy

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, schools, and government agencies in eligible locations to promote economic development and expand the local workforce. Funding is intended for activities that positively impact job creation, education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 197645

Grants to British Columbia Agencies, First Nations, Businesses, and Community Groups to Beauti...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to British Columbia government agencies, councils, businesses, First Nations, and community groups for artistic projects that beautify equipment boxes. Funding is intended for projects that improve the appearance of local neighborhoods, promote public art, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 198689

Grants to Kansas Organizations in Eligible Counties for Programs that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Kansas organizations in eligible counties for programs and projects that benefit local residents. Funding is intended to support programs related to museums and historic preservation; agriculture and conservation programs; and rural and community develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 198884

Grants to Oklahoma Cities and Towns for Business District Development Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Oklahoma cities and towns for business district development projects. Funding is intended to revitalize and preserve downtown areas. The goal of the grant program is to stimulate economic growth and improve the quality of life for residents. Projects mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 201500

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Community Development Corporations for Projects...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, special districts, public utilities, and Tribes for projects that prepare communities to carry out environmental protection activities. Funding is intended for planning and basic infrastructure pre...

GrantWatch ID#: 208358

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Environmental Protection Activities

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, special districts, public utilities, and Tribes to help vulnerable communities pursue environmental protection activities. Grants are intended to help communities increase their potential to succes...

GrantWatch ID#: 208359

Grants to Iowa Agencies to Enhance the Accessibility of Boating Facilities for Public Use

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Iowa government agencies for activities that increase public access to recreational water facilities within the state. Funding is intended to support land acquisition and development projects that enhance the accessibility of boating facilities on the st...

GrantWatch ID#: 210478

Grants to New York Female Entrepreneurs for Business Development Assistance

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to New York female entrepreneurs in eligible locations to promote success and business development. Funding is intended to help women company owners thrive and grow their businesses. Eligible businesses are at least 51% women-owned and are l...

GrantWatch ID#: 210627

Grants to Illinois Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organizations and Agencies for Projects Related t...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit and faith-based organizations and government agencies for projects in eligible counties that focus on the environment or nature. Funding is intended for projects in a wide range of focus areas, including clean energy, habitat improveme...

GrantWatch ID#: 210932