Community Development Grants

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 2,458 Community Development Grants — 111 open right now, across 204 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $5B. The next application deadline is October 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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2,458total grants
111open now
204agencies
$1K–$5Bfunding range
Oct 20next deadline
CLOSING SOON 1 day left Moderate to apply

Illinois Regional Site Readiness Program

The Regional Site Readiness Program aims to better prepare sites for industrial development across the state. Input from community leaders and economic development experts has raised…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Oct 20, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 1 day left Hard to apply

Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition

AmeriCorps improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. AmeriCorps brings people together to tackle some of the country’s most pressing challenges…

🏛 AmeriCorps 📋 CFDA 94.002 ⏰ Oct 20, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 3 days left Moderate to apply

Family Success Network Montgomery and Lorain

DCY is seeking to expand the FSN model to two additional counties to employ programmatic positions to implement the FSN in Lorain and Montgomery Counties. DCY…

🏛 Ohio Department of Children and Youth ⏰ Oct 22, 2026
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CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

Recycled Glass Processing Incentive Grant Program (FY 2026-27)

Eligible Projects Include: This grant is for projects that demonstrate the ability to expand furnace-ready glass cullet processing in the State of California. Projects must be…

🏛 Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (California) ⏰ Oct 22, 2026 💰 $1,000,000 – $4,000,000
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CLOSING SOON 3 days left Easy to apply

Song Brown Registered Nurse Education Programs (RN) 2026 Application

This grant opportunity will result in funding organizations to train Registered Nurse trainees to work in underserved communities. Such strategies shall incorporate the following elements: 1.Establishing…

🏛 Department of Health Care Access and Information (California) ⏰ Oct 22, 2026 💰 $500,001 – $3,000,000
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OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

Illinois Energy Transition Navigators Program (CEJA)

The Energy Transition Navigators Program will provide outreach and recruitment for the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) workforce and contractor programs. The Department seeks to…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Oct 30, 2026
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OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

Illinois Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program

The Illinois Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program will identify a network of at least 14 Illinois Clean Jobs Program delivery hub sites (“Workforce Hubs”) throughout the…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Oct 30, 2026
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OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

Illinois Climate Works Pre-apprenticeship Program (CEJA)

Illinois Climate Works Pre-apprenticeship Centers (“Pre-apprenticeship Centers”) throughout the State that will recruit, prescreen, and provide pre-apprenticeship skills training, for which participants can attend free of…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 $3,000,000 – $6,500,000
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OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

SSBCI Technical Assistance Grant Program

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is the SSBCI implementing entity for the State of Illinois. Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO),…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity 📋 CFDA 21.031 ⏰ Oct 30, 2026
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OPEN 11 days left Moderate to apply

Municipal Waste Reduction Recycling Coordination

Municipal Waste Reduction Recycling Coordination is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Total program funding is…

🏛 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ⏰ Oct 30, 2026
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OPEN 11 days left Moderate to apply

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

Grants and technical assistance for eligible municipalities as identified under Pennsylvania Act 179 of 1984 as amended, for any eligible community development activities.

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 from $100,000
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OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) Program

The program is intended to provide financial assistance to municipalities, councils of governments, businesses, economic development organizations, public transportation agencies, and ports and rail freight entities…

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Transportation ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 up to $3,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many community development grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 2,458 community development grants, of which 111 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is October 20, 2026 — about 1 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for community development grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but community development grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Public Authority, Tribal Nation and Small Business (SBA-defined). Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $5B, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse community development grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About Community Development grants

Community Development grants support initiatives that strengthen neighborhoods, improve infrastructure, and enhance quality of life in underserved areas. With 2,458 active grants listed, this category is funded primarily by the Administration for Community Living and the Department of Housing and Urban Development, making it a robust resource for organizations focused on local revitalization.

Most Community Development grants range from $200,000 to $650,000 and use competitive application processes. Typical recipients include 501c3 public charities, nonprofits, and state governments pursuing program, capacity building, or capital projects. Many grants prioritize low-income and rural communities, with Native American populations frequently targeted. Consider filtering by award size and demographic focus to identify the best matches for your organization.