2,415 Community Economic Development Grants

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Grants to Virginia Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies for Projects to Enhance Trails for Recreat...

Deadline: 05/05/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations, municipalities, tribes, and agencies for capital projects that enhance recreational trails and trail-related facilities for motorized and non-motorized recreational uses. Funding is intended for trail maintenance, amenit...

GrantWatch ID#: 128125
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Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Projects to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 05/05/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government organizations, and schools for projects to benefit the community in eligible locations. Projects should align with the following areas of focus: disaster relief, economic development, community service, envir...

GrantWatch ID#: 151314
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Grants to Texas Organizations to Benefit Residents in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 05/05/26

Grants to Texas organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible counties. Some applicants must complete a mandatory training session prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for programs and projects that address basic human n...

GrantWatch ID#: 163651
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Grants to Iowa Nonprofits for Human Services, Youth, Arts, Education and Community Development...

Deadline: 05/05/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations to benefit residents of local communities in eligible regions. Eligible focus areas include health and human services, youth and education, arts and culture, and community development. Funding is intended to support communiti...

GrantWatch ID#: 170952
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Developers, and Property Owners for Neighborhood Improvement

Deadline: 05/05/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government agencies, developers, and property owners for neighborhood improvement projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist LMI neighborhoods or individuals and can be used for a variety of projects. Elig...

GrantWatch ID#: 194238
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Grants to Missouri Emergency Response Agencies to Address Local Community Needs

Deadline: 05/05/26

Grants to Missouri emergency response agencies in eligible areas to address local community needs. Applicants should choose to undertake projects in one of the following fields of work: education and youth services; health, human services, and the environment; or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202265
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Grants to Maryland Nonprofits for Initiatives in Arts, Culture, and Historic Preservation

Deadline: 05/05/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for capital projects that increase access to arts, cultural, and historic preservation resources in eligible locations. Priority is given to projects that benefit underserved populations. Eligible projects are those that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213204
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Fellowships to Alaska Artists to Promote Professional Development

Deadline: 05/05/26

Fellowships of $25,000 and in-kind support to Alaska artists for projects that promote professional and career development. Funding is intended to advance the state's culture, community vibrancy, and art. The grant will assist mid-career artists by supporting the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220513
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Grants to California Agencies, Tribes, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Early-Stage Proje...

Deadline: 05/05/26

Grants to California government agencies, tribal entities, nonprofits, CBOs, for-profits, and IHEs for projects to expand access to high-quality housing throughout the state. Funding is intended for early-stage projects related to the planning, production, and dep...

GrantWatch ID#: 227400
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Grants to Ontario Neighborhood Groups in Eligible Areas for Events that Benefit Local Communit...

Deadline: 05/06/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Ontario neighborhood groups in eligible areas for resident-led projects that strengthen local communities. Funding is intended for activities and events that help residents make connections, promote a sense of belonging, and create placem...

GrantWatch ID#: 140807
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Grants to Michigan Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organizations, Agencies, and Schools for Projects...

Deadline: 05/06/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit and faith-based organizations, units of government, and schools for charitable projects and programs to benefit the local community in eligible regions. Priority consideration will be given to proposals in the focus areas of community ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176784
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Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Churches to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 05/06/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government agencies, and faith-based entities for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that enhance community well-being, including initiatives f...

GrantWatch ID#: 179787
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Tax Credits and Incentives to Massachusetts For-Profits to Promote Job Creation and Business D...

Deadline: 05/06/26

Tax credits and property tax incentives to Massachusetts businesses to promote job creation and economic development. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to help businesses grow by offering credits to lower taxes in exchange ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202685
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Grants to Alabama Property Owners and Tenants to Upgrade Commercial Buildings

Deadline: 05/06/26

Grants to Alabama property owners or business tenants to promote economic development in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve and restore the exterior of existing commercial buildings. The goal is a vibrant, visually appealing downtown area with hist...

GrantWatch ID#: 221769
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Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Entrepreneurs for Business Initiatives in Eli...

Deadline: 05/06/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Minnesota nonprofit and for-profit organizations and entrepreneurs for business initiatives in eligible locations. Eligible projects include building construction and renovation, equipment and supplies purchases, workforce development, m...

GrantWatch ID#: 225640
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and IHEs for Programming to Meet Community Needs

Deadline: 05/06/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and IHEs for programming to meet community needs. Eligible initiatives include community revitalization, youth needs, creative cultural programming, and development of the workforce. Organizations ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 228579
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Grants to Arizona Nonprofits to Promote Systemic Change and Reduce Health Disparities

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Arizona nonprofit organizations for projects that promote health equity. Applicants must contact program staff before submitting a full application. Funding is intended to help coalitions plan and identify solutions toward systemic chang...

GrantWatch ID#: 187595
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Grants to Washington Agencies, Nonprofits, IHEs, and Tribes for Volunteer Service Programs

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants to Washington local and state governments, nonprofit organizations, Tribal entities, and institutions of higher education to implement volunteer community service programs. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 188430
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Grants to Missouri Nonprofits, Agencies, Churches, and School Districts to Improve Quality of ...

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Missouri nonprofit organizations, agencies, churches, and school districts to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible areas. Focus areas include education, health, human services, the environment, youth services, and a...

GrantWatch ID#: 192385
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Grants to USA Nonprofits and Municipalities for Community Development Projects

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants of $25,000 and equipment vouchers to USA nonprofit organizations for community development projects. Past projects supported by the prize money include park improvements, community gardens, sports fields, and agricultural education programs. Eligible projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 195030
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Grants to Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin Nonprofits and Houses of Worship for Tree Planting ...

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and houses of worship for tree planting and maintenance. Applicants must complete an eligibility survey and the required registrations prior to applying. The purpose of funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216785
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Indigenous Agencies for Accessibility Projec...

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and Indigenous governing entities for capital projects to benefit older adults and individuals with disabilities. Funding is intended for small renovation and construction projects to enha...

GrantWatch ID#: 222257
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Grants to New York Nonprofits, Agencies, Farmers, and Agricultural Landowners to Improve Energ...

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations, government agencies, farmers, and agricultural landowners to improve energy efficiency. Funding is intended to increase options for farmers to benefit from the integration of solar energy development on their land while ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228096
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Grants to New York Nonprofits and Public Organizations to Preserve Historical Assets

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to New York nonprofit and public organizations for activities to preserve property in eligible counties. Funding is intended to encourage community engagement, revitalization, and economic development through the preservation of local histo...

GrantWatch ID#: 171160
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Grants to Ohio Community and Neighborhood Organizations for Community Betterment Projects

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Ohio community groups and neighborhood organizations for activities and projects that enhance the quality of life in eligible communities. Some applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for neighborhood...

GrantWatch ID#: 174224
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Grants to California Nonprofits for Marketing and Sponsorship of Events

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for marketing and sponsorship of events in eligible locations. Funding is intended for proposals that will enhance the city's business community or improve its marketing capacities. Applications will also be accepted fr...

GrantWatch ID#: 178902
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Grants to Alabama and Mississippi Nonprofits for Community and Economic Development, Education...

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Alabama and Mississippi nonprofit organizations to strengthen communities within the funding source’s service area. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of civic benefit, community and economic development, and education. Progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 179296
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Grants to Maine Organizations and Businesses for Projects that Further Economic Development

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Maine organizations and businesses for projects that further economic development in eligible locations. Priority funding is intended for projects that create or retain jobs in the region. Projects proposing collaboration with additional...

GrantWatch ID#: 180141
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Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits for Local Charitable and Educational Projects

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for charitable and educational programs in eligible communities. Proposals should align with one of the following areas of focus: senior citizens, food shelves, youth, fire and first responders, and community. Eligible p...

GrantWatch ID#: 180333
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Grants to Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi Nonprofits for Initiatives that Benefit Local R...

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi nonprofit organizations in eligible counties to benefit the community. Funding is intended to support both general and capital requests within a broad range of interests. Focus areas include arts and culture, educatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 180366
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Grants to Colorado Neighborhood Groups for Community-Strengthening Activities

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Colorado neighborhood groups and residents for community-strengthening activities in eligible regions. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to foster community participation through experiences,...

GrantWatch ID#: 180646
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Awards to New Mexico Nonprofits and Tribal Entities to Recognize Outstanding Community Contrib...

Deadline: 05/08/26

Awards to New Mexico nonprofit organizations and tribal entities to recognize exceptional contributions to communities in eligible locations. The awards are intended for a significant impact in the following priority areas: health and well-being, environment, educ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181098
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Grants to New Mexico Businesses for Workforce Training and Education Programs

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to New Mexico businesses for workforce training programs. Applicants must submit an eligibility form before submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for coursework and on-the-job training. The program strengthens New Mexico’s economy by providing f...

GrantWatch ID#: 193606
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Grants to Virginia Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Virginia nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for programs that improve the quality of life in local communities. Funding is intended for projects and activities within the focus areas of community development, education, health an...

GrantWatch ID#: 195268
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Recreational Opportunities in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations to promote recreational programs in eligible locations. First-time applicants must complete a certification process, and some applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to expand publ...

GrantWatch ID#: 196429
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Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Strengthen Organizational Capacity and Encourage Growth

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to strengthen organizational capacity and encourage growth. Funding is intended for applicants working to benefit the public. The Foundation supports efforts to create communities where the natural e...

GrantWatch ID#: 201593
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Grants to New York City Nonprofits to Promote the Success of Local Businesses

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to New York City community-based nonprofit organizations to support and revitalize small businesses. Funding is intended to assist commercial districts and merchant associations in promoting the success of local businesses. Applicants must propose place-bas...

GrantWatch ID#: 210545
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Grants to Pennsylvania Businesses for Business Development Efforts

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Pennsylvania businesses in eligible regions for business development efforts. Funding is intended for projects and activities that will help small businesses improve productivity, expand their services, or grow to the next level. The prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 211135
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Grants to Oregon Nonprofits and Businesses for Programs and Events to Attract Tourism

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $12,000 to Oregon nonprofit organizations and businesses for activities and programs to attract tourism in eligible locations. Events must be accessible and open to the general public and should be recurring events. Grants may also fund a one-time ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212884
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Develop Products to Increase T...

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit and for-profit organizations and government agencies for product development projects that will increase tourism to eligible locations. Eligible products include fixtures, furniture, and equipment. Applicants must meet with program...

GrantWatch ID#: 218412
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Grants to Pennsylvania Agencies, Nonprofits, and For-Profits for Projects that Will Increase T...

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Pennsylvania government agencies and nonprofit and for-profit organizations for projects that will increase tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that will draw groups and events to the area for multi-day stays. Projects must di...

GrantWatch ID#: 218413
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Awards to California Small Businesses to Recognize Contributions to the Local Economy

Deadline: 05/08/26

Awards to California small businesses to recognize substantial contributions to the local economy. Eligible businesses align with the funding source's mission regarding leadership, employee relations, community impact, and innovation. Recipient awards may be used ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220052
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Grants to Indiana Neighborhood Associations to Strengthen and Build Community Connections

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Indiana neighborhood associations for community activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs that enhance neighborhood connections by bringing together organizations, businesses, and residents. The program's goal is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 221471
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Grants to Kentucky Small Businesses for Rental Assistance

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $500 to Kentucky small businesses in eligible locations for rental assistance. Funding is intended to promote small business growth and develop job opportunities. Eligible applicants may be new enterprises or existing ones that are undergoing a sub...

GrantWatch ID#: 222627
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Loans to Kentucky Small Businesses for Electric Signage

Deadline: 05/08/26

Loans of up to $10,000 to Kentucky small businesses in eligible locations for electronic signage. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for the restoration or installation of historic projection signs. The purpose of funding is...

GrantWatch ID#: 222628
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Grants to Pennsylvania Agencies, Nonprofits, and For-Profit Organizations to Increase Tourism ...

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Pennsylvania agencies, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations to increase tourism development in eligible locations. Applicants must contact a representative before applying. Funding is intended to increase tourists' length of stay and...

GrantWatch ID#: 225272
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Grants to Alaska Nonprofits for Community Betterment Programs

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Alaska nonprofit organizations for community-benefit programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support pilot programs, new ventures, and expanded offerings. Grants can be used to perform short-term work in the impact areas o...

GrantWatch ID#: 225274
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Grants to New Brunswick Organizations for Events to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Brunswick organizations for events to promote local tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended to promote local events that highlight the downtown area as the city’s cultural and commercial hub, fostering community engagement,...

GrantWatch ID#: 225599
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Grants to Massachusetts Public and Private Entities to Decarbonize Residential Buildings

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Massachusetts teams of public and private entities for projects to decarbonize residential buildings. Funding is intended for scalable, replicable, and innovative solutions to reduce costs, such as energy storage solutions, electrical upgrades, weatheriz...

GrantWatch ID#: 227782
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Grants to Idaho Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Schools for Forestry Projects

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Idaho government agencies, tribal entities, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions for forestry projects. Funding is intended for projects related to tree inventory updates, risk management, tree pruning and removal, tree planting and repl...

GrantWatch ID#: 227917