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2,428 Grants for Community and Economic Development

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2,428 grants found

Grants to USA Tribes, Agencies, and Nonprofits to Strengthen Native Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA tribes, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations including schools and IHEs for projects that benefit Native nations and people. Grant funds are intended to support land-related projects. Eligible proposals support the recovery and retention ...

GrantWatch ID#: 154595

Grants to Canada Registered Charities for Programs that Protect the Economic and Social Rights...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada registered charities and CBOs for programs that address poverty through systems change. Funding is intended for policy development, youth support, leadership development, and strengthening connections between communities. The Foundation's mission ...

GrantWatch ID#: 155595

Grants to Kentucky Food Service Establishments Promoting the Use or Sale of Kentucky Agricultu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $8,000 to Kentucky food service establishments for advertising and promotional expenses. Funding is intended for the promotion of state-grown agricultural products and processed food. Eligible expenses include radio and television ads; web expenses...

GrantWatch ID#: 155749

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies in Multiple States for Professional Developmen...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies in the funding source's service area to offer professional development opportunities to employees. The purpose of the program is to provide courses and classes that will enhanc...

GrantWatch ID#: 155787

Grants and Sponsorships to Rhode Island and Massachusetts Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit R...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and sponsorships to Rhode Island and Massachusetts nonprofit and community organizations for programs to benefit residents in eligible regions. Priority is given to proposals that serve low-to-moderate income individuals. Eligible programs for grant applica...

GrantWatch ID#: 156211

Grants to North Dakota Nonprofits and Public Entities for Civic and Economic Development in El...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and public entities, including libraries and schools in eligible locations to increase entrepreneurship, enhance civic infrastructure, and attract talent to the region. The Foundation seeks collaboration among people ...

GrantWatch ID#: 156261

Grants to New Mexico Organizations for Programs and Projects that Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

​Grants to New Mexico organizations for charitable activities that benefit communities within the funding source’s service area. Funding is intended for programs within the focus areas of energy efficiency and renewable energy, education, environment, and econ...

GrantWatch ID#: 156909

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and For-Profits to Increase Tourism in Eligible Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $250 to Ohio nonprofit and for-profit organizations for projects that promote tourism, businesses, events, and attractions in eligible locations. Funding is intended to increase tourism and overnight stays through the use of marketing materials. Pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 157005

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Community Projects that Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to Texas nonprofit, community, and faith-based organizations for community service projects, activities, and events that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to develop parks, open spaces, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 157209

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits for Innovative Grassroots Projects that Benefit Eligible C...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for innovative grassroots projects that benefit eligible communities. Priority is given to projects that seek to help cities expand economic opportunity, attract and retain talented people, and create a culture of e...

GrantWatch ID#: 157934

Grants to New Hampshire Nonprofits to Benefit Families

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $50,000 to New Hampshire nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit families across the state. Funding is intended for critical community needs. The purpose of funding is to assist with needs caused by unexpected events that impact the ability...

GrantWatch ID#: 158252

Grants and Counseling to Alaska Individuals in Eligible Regions to Obtain Commercial Fishing P...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and financial counseling to Alaska individuals in eligible regions to assist residents in obtaining commercial fishing permits. Funding is intended to provide limited entry drift and set fishing permits through an emergency, short-term transfer. The purpose...

GrantWatch ID#: 158357

Opportunity for Upstate New York Start-Ups to Participate in an Entrepreneurial Program and Qu...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for New York start-up companies in eligible regions to participate in a business development program, qualify for funding, and receive in-kind mentoring and business development consulting services. Applicants are required to prequalify prior to submit...

GrantWatch ID#: 158761

Grants to South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Regi...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit the local community in eligible regions. Focus areas include youth, environment, arts, recreation, and community betterment. The purpose of this program is to support large...

GrantWatch ID#: 158913

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Activities that Enhance the Vitality of Local Communiti...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for projects that create a positive impact in the area and that enhance the vitality and vibrancy of the local community in eligible locations. Previous grants have focused on accessible housing, environmental stewar...

GrantWatch ID#: 158948

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life for Local Reside...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible regions for a wide range of programs and projects that improve the quality of life for local residents. Project areas focus on arts, culture; civic participation; climate, environme...

GrantWatch ID#: 159037

Grants to Missouri and Kansas Nonprofits for Capital Expenses, Programs, and Capacity Building

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Missouri and Kansas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capital expenses, specific programs, and capacity-building efforts. Focus areas include social services, education for underserved youth, Jewish organizations, healthcare, business edu...

GrantWatch ID#: 160023

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits for Programs in Arts, Education, Health, Human Services, and Civ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations for a wide range of community benefit activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for organizations working in the areas of arts and culture, education, health, human services, and civic and community initiative...

GrantWatch ID#: 160061

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs in Culture, Arts, Environment, and Technology

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives in the areas of culture, arts, environment, and technology. Within each of these areas, the Foundation places a special emphasis on education. While consideration may be given to proposals in other areas, the F...

GrantWatch ID#: 160389

Fellowships to Kentucky Founders of High-Tech Companies to Accelerate Business in the Startup ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Fellowships to Kentucky founders of high-tech companies seeking to accelerate their business during the startup phase. This one-year, mentor-driven program offers a variety of benefits, including but not limited to mentoring, access to resources, assistance with a...

GrantWatch ID#: 160738

Grants to Vermont Nonprofits and Agencies to Assist with Emergencies and Unanticipated Expenses

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Vermont nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools to address sudden emergencies or to pursue unexpected opportunities that will enhance their work. Funding is intended to support organizations that provide for basic needs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 160888

Grants to New York City Nonprofits for Projects and Programs that Benefit Impoverished Individ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to New York City nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that benefit impoverished individuals. Funding is intended to create solutions that reduce poverty for families. Eligible organizations are those that address the areas of housing, education...

GrantWatch ID#: 161361

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs to Assist Older Women and Gender-Expansive People...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs to assist women ages 40 or older and gender-expansive people to re-enter the workforce and overcome societal barriers. Applicants must submit an information form before being invited t...

GrantWatch ID#: 161420

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Educate the Public about the Objectific...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to raise public awareness of gender stereotypes and the objectification of women in the media. Applicants must fill out an information form before being invited to submit a proposal. Eligible organ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161421

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Eligible Communities in the Areas o...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, including government agencies, schools, IHEs, hospitals, and faith-based organizations, in multiple states to benefit eligible communities. Funding is intended for proposals in the areas of economic development and early chil...

GrantWatch ID#: 161489

Grants to Maine and New Hampshire Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Schools for Programs Serving...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maine and New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and public schools for programs that benefit local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support initiatives and programming in the areas of education and innovation, ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 161506

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Programs to Positively Impact Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents in the funding source's service area. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of financial literacy, economic self-sufficiency, and professional de...

GrantWatch ID#: 161615

Grants to Maine Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Support Education, Economic Development, C...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Maine nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs that serve the needs of local communities. Grants may take the form of donations or sponsorships, and are intended to support activities in the areas of cultural and civic initiatives, job ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161659

Grants to Colorado Groups for Resident-Led Projects to Improve Local Neighborhoods

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Colorado community groups for grassroots-led projects to improve neighborhoods in eligible regions. Priority will be given to projects that target neighborhoods with below-average income and to BIPOC communities. Programs and activities m...

GrantWatch ID#: 161750

Grants to Florida Businesses for Employee Education, Training, and Development Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Florida businesses for workforce development programs. Funding is intended for employee training activities that focus on specific business or industry skills, computer or technical skills, or strategic and leadership skills. The goal of the grant progra...

GrantWatch ID#: 161924

Grants to Florida Businesses to Conduct Training Programs for New Employees

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Florida new and expanding businesses to conduct training programs for new, full-time employees. Funding is intended for programs that train workers in specialized skills not requiring a degree, in preparation for high-quality jobs in eligible industries....

GrantWatch ID#: 161928

Grants to Michigan and Ontario Nonprofits to Promote Cultural Vibrancy, Sustainability, and a ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Michigan and Ontario nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support programs and projects that focus on arts and culture, sustainable busine...

GrantWatch ID#: 161944

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, Libraries, Hospitals, and Schools for Programs that Be...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, hospitals, and libraries for projects and programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that fall into the focus areas of civic engagement, improvi...

GrantWatch ID#: 162150

Grants to USA, India, and South Africa Nonprofit and For-Profit Social Enterprises to Benefit ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, India, and South Africa nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises for initiatives to benefit children and families living in urban poverty. Areas of focus include education, health, and family economic stability. Funding is intended for proposals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162173

Grants to Massachusetts K-12 Schools and Nonprofits to Promote Financial Literacy and Education

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and K-12 public and private schools for programs that promote financial literacy and education in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs that cover topics such as investing, saving, banking, money, borrow...

GrantWatch ID#: 162216

Grants to Missouri and Kansas Nonprofits for Community Enrichment Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Missouri and Kansas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for community enrichment and education programs. The purpose of funding is to enhance economic opportunities for underserved and low-income communities. The Foundation concentrates its phi...

GrantWatch ID#: 162230

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Capacity Building Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for capacity development projects. Funding is intended to support transformative initiatives in the areas of planning and technology as well as capital projects that increase the long-term effectiveness of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162291

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies to Serve Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects to improve the quality of life in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Focus areas include economic development, health, education, hu...

GrantWatch ID#: 162317

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, and Houses of Worship for Small Projects to E...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and houses of worship for small projects that improve the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support special projects in the areas of basic needs, eco...

GrantWatch ID#: 162466

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Economic, Environmental, and Social Justice Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community programs and initiatives that promote environmental, economic, and social justice. Grants may be used for projects, general support, and collaborative efforts, as well as to build capacity for organizations worki...

GrantWatch ID#: 162470

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a preliminary letter before submitting a full grant proposal. Funding is intended for projects and programs within the focus areas of ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 162526

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits to Establish or Increase a Permanent Organizational Endowment...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $20,000 to Connecticut nonprofits in eligible regions to establish or increase a permanent endowment fund. Priority is given to organizations that demonstrate stability, involve the board in planned giving, and have a track record of successful fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 162604

Grants to Ontario, Alberta, Northwest Territories, and Newfoundland and Labrador Nonprofits an...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario, Alberta, Northwest Territories, and Newfoundland and Labrador registered charities, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, education institutions, and indigenous and community groups for activities that build and strengthen communities in...

GrantWatch ID#: 162810

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Address Urgent Social Issues

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and non-governmental organizations to address urgent social issues. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz and submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 162819

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits for the Marketing and Promotion of Tourism Opportunities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 and grants of up to $5,000 to Alabama nonprofit and municipal organizations for marketing and advertising projects. Funding is intended to promote travel and tourism within the state. Grants are available to help defray costs associated with...

GrantWatch ID#: 162992

Grants to Ontario Nonprofit and Private Employers for Workforce Training to Meet Industry Needs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Ontario nonprofit and private employers to support workforce training activities that will address the needs of the province’s rapidly changing economy. The purpose of funding is to defray the cost of limited-duration training conducted by a qualified ...

GrantWatch ID#: 163062

Grants and In-Kind Donations to USA Nonprofits for Programs Related to Youth Safety, Community...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind product donations to USA nonprofit organizations in states where the funding source does business for programs focusing on youth safety, community development, land access and environment, and trades and STEM. Eligible states are Alabama, Califo...

GrantWatch ID#: 163434

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and Groups to Address the Needs of Local Residents in Eligible Lo...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, community groups, coalitions, school groups, and civic groups to address the needs of local residents in eligible locations. Some applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities in the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 163618

Grants to USA Nonprofits and IHEs for Research Projects that Foster Financial Well-Being

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and state and public colleges and universities for research to help individuals gain necessary tools, knowledge, and skills regarding financial issues. The funding is intended for research geared to ensuring that individuals a...

GrantWatch ID#: 163638

Grants to West Virginia and Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Community Betterment Projects and Init...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to West Virginia and Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit communities in eligible areas. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Focus areas include education, economic development, comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 163726