As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 315 Economic Development Grants — 49 open right now, across 96 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $550M. The next application deadline is September 8, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
The Office of Community Services (OCS) will award approximately $18.57 million in Community Economic Development (CED) discretionary funds to Community Development Corporations (CDC) to enhance job…
🏛 Administration for Children and Families - OCS📋 CFDA 93.570⏰ Sep 8, 2026💰
$100,000 – $800,000
The "Supporting Implementation of the Regional Economic Integration Framework (REIF) in the Great Lakes Region of Africa” project advances America's national interests by harnessing market-based, private…
🏛 Bureau of African Affairs📋 CFDA 19.989⏰ Sep 9, 2026💰
$14,490,000 – $14,490,000
This Notice of Funding Opportunity is offered to solicit applications for federal and state adult education funds. The purpose of adult education services is to assist:…
🏛 Illinois Community College Board📋 CFDA 84.002⏰ Sep 15, 2026
The Historic Preservation Tax Credit program provides State tax credits to developers who sensitively rehabilitate historic buildings to offer them new life. Iowa offers this tax…
🏛 Iowa Economic Development Authority⏰ Sep 16, 2026
The CADI, funded through an interagency agreement between the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Foreign Agricultural Service (USDA/FAS) and the State Department's Bureau of European and Eurasian…
🏛 Foreign Agricultural Service📋 CFDA 10.960⏰ Sep 28, 2026💰
up to $332,500
The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs’ Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a…
🏛 Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs📋 CFDA 19.600⏰ Sep 30, 2026💰
$250,000 – $30,000,000
The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs’ Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a…
🏛 Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs📋 CFDA 19.600⏰ Sep 30, 2026💰
$250,000 – $30,000,000
The PA Race Horse Development and Gaming Act (Act 2004-71), as amended, provides for the distribution of gaming revenues from Category 4 licensed facilities through the…
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development⏰ Sep 30, 2026
Quantum Works is a grant opportunity administered by the Illinois Capital Development Board. Individual awards range from $0 to $136,900,000. Illinois Catalog of State Financial Assistance…
🏛 Illinois Capital Development Board⏰ Sep 30, 2026💰
up to $136,900,000
Grant program designed to train underrepresented population to successfully enter the construction industry and the trades. The program focuses removing barriers for entry and transitioning graduates…
🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity⏰ Oct 2, 2026💰
$150,000 – $550,000
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $4,000,000 in funding through the Apprenticeships on the Move: Advancing Pennsylvania’s Workforce grant…
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry⏰ Oct 2, 2026💰
up to $249,999
The intent of the National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share grant program is to advance solutions to the economic, health, and environmental challenges faced by…
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
How many economic development grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 315 economic development grants, of which 49 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 September 8, 2026 — about 4 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for economic development grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but economic development grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Public Authority, Small Business (SBA-defined) and 501(c)(3) Public Charity. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $550M, 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 economic 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 Economic Development grants
Economic development grants support initiatives that strengthen communities, create jobs, and build sustainable prosperity. With 315 active grants in this category, you'll find funding from the Department of Commerce, Employment and Training Administration, and Agricultural Marketing Service, among others. These programs target business expansion, workforce development, and regional growth across diverse sectors.
Most awards range from $150,000 to $868,000, with competitive applications dominating the landscape. State governments, nonprofits, and 501(c)(3) public charities are typical recipients, often receiving support for programs, capacity building, and technical assistance. Many grants prioritize low-income and rural communities. Filtering by demographic focus and award size helps identify the best-fit opportunities for your organization.
