Economic Development Grants for County Government

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 86 Economic Development Grants for County Government — 11 open right now, across 42 funding agencies. Award amounts range $2.5K to $550M. The next application deadline is October 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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86total grants
11open now
42agencies
$2.5K–$550Mfunding 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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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 12 days left Hard to apply

RESTORE Act Direct Component – Non-Construction Activities

Treasury is publishing multiple funding opportunity announcements (FOAs) for its RESTORE Act grant programs. This announcement applies only to the Direct Component and is only for…

🏛 U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program 📋 CFDA 21.015 ⏰ Oct 31, 2026 💰 up to $120,153,261
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OPEN Hard to apply

Venture VI Program for SNAP Participants

Venture VI Program for SNAP Participants is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance. Total…

🏛 New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance ⏰ Jul 22, 2030
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OPEN Hard to apply

Act 47 – Loan Program

Provides loan and grant funds to financially distressed local governments as well as technical assistance to formulate financial recovery plans.

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development ⏰ Dec 31, 2035
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OPEN Hard to apply

Act 47

Provides loan and grant funds to financially distressed local governments as well as technical assistance to formulate financial recovery plans.

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development ⏰ Dec 31, 2035
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OPEN Moderate to apply

Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Area Development

The Appalachian Region, as defined in ARC’s authorizing legislation, is a 205,000-square-mile region that follows the spine of the Appalachian Mountains from southern New York to…

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development ⏰ Dec 31, 2035
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OPEN Moderate to apply

Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Construction RSBA

The Appalachian Region, as defined in ARC’s authorizing legislation, is a 205,000-square-mile region that follows the spine of the Appalachian Mountains from southern New York to…

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development ⏰ Dec 31, 2035
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OPEN Moderate to apply

Strategic Management Planning Program (SMPP)

Provides matching grant funds to assist municipalities experiencing fiscal difficulties to develop comprehensive multi-year financial plans and establish short- and long-term financial objectives.

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development ⏰ Dec 31, 2035 💰 up to $200,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many economic development grants for county government are available?
Grantoria currently lists 86 economic development grants for county government, of which 11 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.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $2.5K 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 for county government, 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 for County Government

County governments access 7,368 active grants to fund workforce development initiatives, infrastructure modernization, business incubation centers, and regional competitiveness strategies. The Department of Commerce leads funding in this category, supporting counties in launching economic revitalization projects and expanding entrepreneurial ecosystems that drive sustainable growth and job creation across rural and urban jurisdictions.

Award amounts typically range from $300K to $738K, with the majority awarded through competitive selection processes. Over half of these grants require cost-sharing partnerships, strengthening local investment commitments. To focus your search, filter by support type—capacity building grants are particularly common for counties establishing new economic development offices or regional partnerships.