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2,428 Grants for Community and Economic Development

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Sponsorships to Illinois Nonprofits for Events that Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 05/15/26

Sponsorships to Illinois nonprofit organizations for events that benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programming that addresses critical community needs, fosters economic mobility, and increases well-being and opportunity. Grants will su...

GrantWatch ID#: 227179
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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
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Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Improve the Childcare Industry

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, governments, and schools to improve the childcare industry in eligible counties. Focus areas include workforce development, childcare access and capacity improvements, provider business support, and coll...

GrantWatch ID#: 228173
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Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Activities to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for activities to promote tourism in eligible locations. Eligible activities include marketing and publicity, special events, and wayfinding support. Funding is intended for initiatives that promote tourism through event...

GrantWatch ID#: 228472
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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 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 Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Enhance the Lives of Residents

Deadline: 06/03/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools to enhance the lives of residents in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry before applying. Funding is intended to promote initiatives that are sustainable and w...

GrantWatch ID#: 172332

Opportunity for Minnesota Entrepreneurs to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 06/01/26

Opportunity for Minnesota early-stage social entrepreneurs in eligible locations to participate in a business cohort that supports innovative business development. Eligible applicants are those seeking to launch and lead new businesses that address social or envir...

GrantWatch ID#: 215747

Grants to USA Cities to Implement Programs with a Strong Resident Engagement Aspect

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to USA cities to implement programs with a strong resident engagement aspect. Funding is intended to manage neighborhood projects and improvements that address local needs and that are initiated by local residents. Grantees will also receive training and pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 228444
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Opportunity for USA Qualifying Early-Stage Companies to Join a Business Development Program

Deadline: 05/17/26

Opportunity for USA early-stage companies of eligible types to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to provide participants with coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to pitch to i...

GrantWatch ID#: 211717
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Government Units to Enhance the Quality of Life for Lo...

Deadline: 05/18/26

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, educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 163126
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Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Benefit Communities

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that fall within the focus areas of education and student success, civic and cultural life, climate action, housing, economic...

GrantWatch ID#: 179189
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Grants and Loans to Washington Agencies, Municipal Corporations, Tribes, and Special Districts...

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants and loans to Washington government agencies, municipal corporations, tribes, and special districts for public infrastructure projects to enhance economic development. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting a full application. Eligibl...

GrantWatch ID#: 203467
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Grants to North Dakota Agencies and Nonprofits to Improve Recreational Facilities

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants to North Dakota government agencies and nonprofit organizations to benefit small communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support community engagement and to build or expand sports and recreational facilities. Grant awards must be for a pub...

GrantWatch ID#: 229082

Grants to Tennessee Arts Nonprofits for General Operations

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

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit arts organizations in eligible locations for general operational support. Eligible organizations are those whose main mission is to support the exhibition, performance, or instruction of art. Funding is intended for organizations that...

GrantWatch ID#: 151699

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 06/12/26 Conference Date: 05/18/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and government agencies to enhance the lives of local residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support programs and projects within a wide variety of focus areas, including but not limited to, basic needs, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173424

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
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Grants to Montana Agencies for Capital Projects Related to Water Systems and Bridges

Deadline: 05/19/26

Grants to Montana local government agencies for water resource-related projects that address the health and safety of state residents. Funding is intended for a range of projects including those related to wastewater, drinking water, storm sewers or storm drains, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202669
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Grants to Alberta Businesses in Eligible Locations for Community Improvement Projects

Deadline: 05/19/26

Grants to Alberta businesses in eligible locations for community improvement projects. Funding is intended to support a range of initiatives, including programs, recreational facilities, community beautification, and placemaking. Businesses must be located in the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227801

Opportunity for Kentucky and Indiana Entrepreneurs to Participate in an Accelerator Program

Deadline: 06/05/26 Conference Date: 05/19/26

Opportunity for Kentucky and Indiana entrepreneurs in eligible counties to participate in a business accelerator program. Participants will receive a $25,000 grant as well as mentorship, coaching, and support to help grow their early-stage businesses. The purpose ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195929

Grants to Washington, DC Small Businesses for Rental and Tenant Improvements Assistance

Deadline: 06/22/26 Conference Date: 05/19/26

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit and for-profit businesses in eligible locations to support rental and other expenses of small businesses that enhance the neighborhood. Funding is intended to offset rental costs and assist with qualifying tenant improvements. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 219819

Grants to Washington, DC Community-Based Organizations to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 06/15/26 Conference Date: 05/19/26

Grants to Washington, DC community-based organizations to improve the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended to support projects and programs in the following focus areas: public safety, economic resilience and opportunity, health care and human ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222304

Grants to Washington, DC Businesses for Rent and Tenant Improvements Assistance

Deadline: 06/22/26 Conference Date: 05/19/26

Grants to Washington, DC businesses to support rental payments and tenant improvements in eligible locations. Funding is intended to offset expenses of small-sized businesses which provide activities or services that increase customer flow and strengthen community...

GrantWatch ID#: 229107
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Grants to Kansas Organizations for Events and Activities that Encourage Overnight Tourism in E...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Kansas organizations in eligible areas for projects, activities, and events that encourage tourism and overnight visits. Eligible projects are those that are designed to promote economic growth, particularly through overnight stays in loc...

GrantWatch ID#: 167331
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Grants to Alberta Businesses and Organizations in Eligible Locations to Improve Building Faça...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta businesses and organizations in eligible locations for exterior building improvements. Funding is intended for projects that enhance the aesthetic appeal and the quality of life of the community. Eligible projects are those that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180986
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Grants to New York City Nonprofits for Capacity Development Projects

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to New York City nonprofit organizations for capacity development projects to benefit low- and moderate-income communities. Funding is intended to enhance the leadership, strategic capabilities, project and fiscal management, legal compliance, and program e...

GrantWatch ID#: 188410
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Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Private Entities to Strengthen the Wood P...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, tribes, businesses, and other private entities for activities to preserve local forests. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of research and development, forest-related work...

GrantWatch ID#: 203351
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Grants to USA Tribes to Plan and Implement Volunteer Programs to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to USA Tribes to plan and implement programs that employ volunteer staff to address critical community needs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for services that support veterans and t...

GrantWatch ID#: 205214
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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
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Grants to Pennsylvania Agricultural Producers and Retailers for Local Food Market Expansion

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to Pennsylvania agricultural producers and retailers for local food market expansion. Funding is intended to support the development, construction, improvement, and growth of grocery stores, farmers’ markets, and other food-related businesses, including t...

GrantWatch ID#: 218090
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Opportunity for Washington, DC Property Developers to Build Affordable Housing Projects

Deadline: 05/20/26

Opportunity for Washington, DC, property developers to plan and build affordable housing projects on awarded plots of land. The opportunity is intended to allow a developer to bid on, plan, finance, build, and manage housing projects that are located in wards thro...

GrantWatch ID#: 219973
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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
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Grants to Montana Organizations to Promote the State's Cattle Industry

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to Montana organizations to promote the state's cattle sector. Funding is intended for activities, programs, and events that help Montana's ranchers, strengthen the future of the cattle industry, and build bridges between the agriculture industry and local ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222464
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Grants to South Dakota and Minnesota Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Benefit Local Com...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to South Dakota and Minnesota nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit local communities in eligible regions. Eligible activities are in the focus areas of community service, economic development, education and youth, the environment, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 225409
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Grants to New York Businesses for Workforce Training Programs

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to New York businesses for workforce training programs to promote clean energy employment. Funding is intended for rigorous and high-quality technical skills training along with career preparation designed to prepare individuals for clean energy jobs. Eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 228358
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Grants to Illinois Agencies, IHEs, and Nonprofits for Coastal Restoration and Conservation

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to Illinois government entities, IHEs, and nonprofit organizations for coastal restoration and conservation. Applicants must be pre-qualified before being approved. Funding is intended for projects that enhance coastal public access, the coastal-dependent e...

GrantWatch ID#: 228673

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs, Capital Projects, and Operations

Deadline: 07/15/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government entities to enhance eligible communities. Funding is intended to support proposals in the following areas of focus: vibrant communities, youth empowerment, health, safety, and opportunity and access. Eligible a...

GrantWatch ID#: 179906

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

Contracts for Services to Kansas and Missouri Agencies to Plan Transportation Projects

Deadline: 06/22/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Contracts for services to Kansas and Missouri government entities and transportation agencies to plan sustainable transportation projects in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support planning activities that integrate environment, land use, transportation,...

GrantWatch ID#: 193331

Grants to Massachusetts Agencies and Entities to Improve Freight Railroad Efficiency

Deadline: 06/30/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Grants to Massachusetts municipalities, economic development corporations, and freight railroads for initiatives to improve statewide railways. Funding is intended to contribute to the state's economic growth by creating jobs and improving the railway's distributi...

GrantWatch ID#: 209065

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and For-Profits for Salvaged Lumber Projects

Deadline: 06/12/26 Conference Date: 05/20/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit and for-profit entities in eligible locations for projects related to wood waste diversion. Funding is intended for deconstruction, wood salvage, product development, reuse, or business development in the lumber industry. Grant appli...

GrantWatch ID#: 229171
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Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits in Eligible Counties to Expand and Improve Organizational Capac...

Deadline: 05/21/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations in eligible counties to expand and improve organizational capacity. Certain applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Eligible organizations are those that primarily serve residents with l...

GrantWatch ID#: 173759
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies for Housing and Services that Benefit Low-Incom...

Deadline: 05/21/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and municipalities for activities and services that benefit low-income residents in eligible regions. Applicants should contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to enhance community development and...

GrantWatch ID#: 185391
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Community Improvement Projects

Deadline: 05/21/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, schools, IHEs, churches, government agencies, and conservation districts in eligible regions for community improvement projects. Funding is intended for shovel-ready projects that increase the number ...

GrantWatch ID#: 196615

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for Underserved Residents

Deadline: 06/10/26 Conference Date: 05/21/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for underserved populations in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and programs within the focus areas of workforce development and economic opportunity. Eligible applicants...

GrantWatch ID#: 208869

Grants to Massachusetts Municipalities to Increase Accessibility for Individuals with Disabili...

Deadline: 06/12/26 Conference Date: 05/21/26

Grants to Massachusetts towns and cities to increase accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Funding is intended to support planning projects and capital improvements that improve access or remove barriers in municipal programs, services, and facilities. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220865

Grants to Illinois Property Owners for Landmark Restoration

Deadline: 08/10/26 Conference Date: 05/21/26

Grants to Illinois property owners to preserve and upgrade landmarks in eligible locations. Funding is intended to renovate individually designated landmarks and contributing buildings in landmark districts. The grant aims to restore designated landmark buildings ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221303

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, IHEs, and First Nations Organizations to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, foundations, and First Nations and Metis organizations in eligible locations for programs and projects that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for one-time init...

GrantWatch ID#: 159573

Grants to Maine Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maine nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for community development projects. Focus areas include economic development, education, youth, and community wellness. Priority will be given to proposals that benefit low- to moderate-...

GrantWatch ID#: 161531

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to benefit eligible communities. First-time applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to support activities in the following areas of focus: capacity building and development, h...

GrantWatch ID#: 167918