2,500 Community Economic Development Grants

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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Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Meet the Needs of Local Communities in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 06/10/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to meet the needs of local communities within the funding source's service area. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of community services, education, economic development, health and hu...

GrantWatch ID#: 174972
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Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 06/10/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Wisconsin nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, and schools in eligible regions for programs to address community needs. Funding is intended for projects and programs in the areas of the environment, community deve...

GrantWatch ID#: 180681
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Grants to British Columbia Property Owners to Preserve Historic Buildings in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 06/10/26

Grants to British Columbia historic property owners to maintain and protect heritage buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended to renovate and preserve historically significant residential and non-residential buildings. Eligible projects are located in ...

GrantWatch ID#: 185461
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Grants to Iowa Businesses for Housing Development Projects Statewide

Deadline: 06/10/26

Grants to Iowa developers for housing development projects statewide. Eligible projects include new construction and redevelopment of empty lots, existing housing units deemed unlivable, and units located in the upper story of a building. Funding is intended for a...

GrantWatch ID#: 197565
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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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Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for Underserved Residents

Deadline: 06/10/26

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
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Public School Districts, and Agencies for Projects to Benef...

Deadline: 06/10/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, public school districts, and government agencies for projects to benefit the community in eligible regions. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: the environment, racial...

GrantWatch ID#: 224337
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Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits for Community Programs and Services

Deadline: 06/10/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for community programs and services in eligible regions. Funding is intended for the priority focus areas of education, environment, community service, and youth. Programmatic expenses and capital project...

GrantWatch ID#: 228200
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Grants to Tennessee Agencies and Nonprofits to Address Housing Needs

Deadline: 06/11/26

Grants to Tennessee counties, cities, and nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for projects and activities that address the housing needs of low-income residents. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding will be provided t...

GrantWatch ID#: 167520
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Grants to Missouri Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Churches to Enhance the Quality of Life ...

Deadline: 06/11/26

Grants to Missouri nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, and churches to enhance the quality of life in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs that address the needs of the local community. Areas of focus include education and...

GrantWatch ID#: 190409
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Grants to Ontario Neighborhood-Based Groups in Eligible Regions for Resident-Led Initiatives

Deadline: 06/11/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Ontario neighborhood-based community groups in eligible locations for new resident-led initiatives and projects. Priority will be given to new or emerging neighborhood groups. Funding may be used for capital projects, events, and various...

GrantWatch ID#: 194911
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Grants to Guam Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Improvement Programs

Deadline: 06/11/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Guam nonprofit organizations, government departments, and agencies for programs and activities that support and improve the local community. Funding is intended for projects with a variety of focus areas, including economic development, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195441
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Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits and Private Developers for Affordable Housing

Deadline: 06/11/26

Grants to New Jersey nonprofit organizations and private developers in eligible locations to provide affordable housing to local residents. Funding is intended to support projects that increase the amount of affordable housing available through rental rehabilitati...

GrantWatch ID#: 203042
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Grants to Illinois Convention and Visitors Bureaus to Increase the Appeal for Travelers

Deadline: 06/11/26

Grants to Illinois convention and visitors bureaus to increase the appeal for travelers in eligible regions. Applicants must prequalify and complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for expenses including the construction and creation ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216563
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Programs That Benefit Women

Deadline: 06/11/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for initiatives that serve women in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support the development or expansion of a program that directly benefits women. The primary desired outcome is to impro...

GrantWatch ID#: 229045
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Grants to Texas Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Groups to Promote Tourism in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations, businesses, and groups for events and programs that are likely to increase overnight stays in lodging facilities in eligible locations. Special consideration may be given to first-time events or programs. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 150198
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Economic Development and to Address Needs

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations to create jobs, improve economic infrastructure, address emergency needs, and promote charitable and service organizations in eligible regions. Funding is intended to implement projects or purchase n...

GrantWatch ID#: 168284
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Grants to Mississippi Nonprofits, IHEs, and Agencies for Culture and Heritage Projects

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Mississippi nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and local agencies and tribes for programs and projects to preserve, enhance, and promote the cultural and heritage experience in eligible locations. All funded project activities must take plac...

GrantWatch ID#: 169898
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Grants to New York Municipalities for Planning and Engineering Reports to Improve Wastewater I...

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to New York municipalities to support the preliminary planning and engineering stages of wastewater infrastructure improvement projects in eligible communities. Funding is intended to assist communities in preparing a preliminary study and engineering repor...

GrantWatch ID#: 172575
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Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 06/12/26

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
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Grants to Arizona Native American Tribes and Nonprofits to Benefit Eligible Tribal Communities

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to Arizona eligible Native American tribes and nonprofit organizations for sustainable projects that address community needs. Applicants must indicate approval by the tribal council and watch a training video before applying. Funding is intended for project...

GrantWatch ID#: 174882
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Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits to Provide Community Arts and Cultural Programs

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Louisiana nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural programs in eligible regions. Funding is intended to encourage new, creative programming and increase local access to the arts. Organizations may apply for funds to support costs re...

GrantWatch ID#: 177139
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Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits to Promote Tourism in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for projects that promote tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities that encourage overnight stays in unincorporated areas and/or highlight local cultural and historic venues, recreational faci...

GrantWatch ID#: 179834
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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
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Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Preserve Historical Buildings

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies to preserve and rehabilitate historically important structures and buildings in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that promote historic preservation as a tool for buildi...

GrantWatch ID#: 186121
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Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Improve Internet Connectivity

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, businesses, political subdivisions, and service providers to improve internet access and connectivity. Priority will be given to proposals that address broadband infrastructure needs in economically distressed communities,...

GrantWatch ID#: 193784
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Grants to USA Agencies, IHEs, Nonprofits, Corporations, and Individuals to Improve the Alfalfa...

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to USA federal agencies, IHEs, research institutions, organizations, national laboratories, private corporations and foundations, groups, and individuals for projects that improve the alfalfa industry. Applicants must complete required registrations and con...

GrantWatch ID#: 202964
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Grants to Utah Businesses and Agencies for Public Art Pieces

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Utah businesses and government agencies in partnership with artists to produce public art pieces in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to beautify local communities through public murals. Eligible projects are those that wil...

GrantWatch ID#: 203753
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Grants to Kansas Nonprofits and Agencies for Neighborhood Improvements in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, and government agencies for neighborhood improvement projects benefiting low- to moderate-income individuals in eligible locations. Funding is intended for public services, public facilities improveme...

GrantWatch ID#: 213894
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Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Social Disparities and Poverty

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs that address social disparities and promote the economic well-being of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for planning and capacity-building efforts...

GrantWatch ID#: 213961
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Grants to Maryland For-Profits to Repair Commercial Buildings

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland businesses and business owners for capital improvement projects to commercial buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support interior upgrades and renovations that promote the success of individual companies and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219489
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Grants to Massachusetts Municipalities to Increase Accessibility for Individuals with Disabili...

Deadline: 06/12/26

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
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Grants to New York Municipalities and Local Districts for Stormwater Management Projects

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to New York municipalities, state agencies, tribes, schools, and public authorities to implement stormwater management activities. Funding is intended to support transformative projects on both the local and regional levels that enhance water quality and re...

GrantWatch ID#: 221355
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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 USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Business Development in Coal Mining Communities

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations and local and tribal government agencies in multiple states for business and entrepreneurship initiatives that benefit communities impacted by coal mine and plant closures. Funding will support projects to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225873
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Grants to Alberta Artists to Create Public Works of Art

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to Alberta artists to create public artworks in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support local artists or teams of artists in developing free-standing sculptures. The grants cover costs related to the creation of the artwork, including artist fees...

GrantWatch ID#: 228764
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Grants to Washington Nonprofits and For-Profits for Salvaged Lumber Projects

Deadline: 06/12/26

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 USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Workforce Development in Coal Mining Communities

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations and local and tribal government agencies in multiple states for workforce development initiatives that benefit communities impacted by coal mine and plant closures. Funding is intended for job training init...

GrantWatch ID#: 229192
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Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, local governments, Tribes, and IHEs to address community needs. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended to meet unmet needs that may be addressed by AmeriCorps members in the areas of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229340
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Programs and Services that Benefit Residents in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 06/14/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs and services that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of health, basic human needs, economic development, education, environm...

GrantWatch ID#: 161100
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Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Women and Girls

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit women and girls in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support activities that empower women and girls to bring about positive change in the community. E...

GrantWatch ID#: 154973
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Grants to Idaho Local and Tribal Governments for Rural Economic Development

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to Idaho city, county, and tribal governments to support a broad range of economic development projects in small rural communities. Funding is intended for the planning and implementation of public infrastructure projects that generate job creation and capi...

GrantWatch ID#: 162595
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Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, and IHEs for Business Development in Non-Urban Areas

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies, nonprofit organizations, IHEs, tribes, and rural cooperatives to promote economic development in non-urban areas. Funding is intended for programs that provide technical assistance, training, and other activities ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167073
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Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs and services that enhance the quality of life in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of arts and culture, education, youth, civic affairs, community development, env...

GrantWatch ID#: 174201
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Grants to Alberta Nonprofits for Cultural, Recreational, and Fitness Programs

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants of up to $2,200 to Alberta nonprofit organizations for fitness, sports, cultural, and other recreational programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is available for programs and events in the areas of arts and culture, sports and recreat...

GrantWatch ID#: 175172
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Grants to Wyoming, Utah, and Idaho Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Agencies to Benef...

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Wyoming, Utah, and Idaho nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies for programs to benefit communities in areas served by the funding source. Funding is intended for programs in the focus areas of educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 178551
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Grants to Vermont Organizations for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Vermont organizations for environmental conservation projects and general operational support. Funding is intended to provide organizations with the resources needed to create a positive and sustainable change for Vermont’s residents a...

GrantWatch ID#: 178569
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Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Programming and Operational Support

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programming and general operations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to assist nonprofits in providing services that help to identify and address the root c...

GrantWatch ID#: 178900
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Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Capital Projects

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to support capital projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to help cover costs related to small office equipment, building equipment, building renovation, co...

GrantWatch ID#: 178901
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Grants to Idaho Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Idaho nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, and public schools for a wide range of programs to improve the quality of life in communities throughout the state. Funding is intended to address community needs expressed by local r...

GrantWatch ID#: 180040