Economic Development Grants for Low-income

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 69 Economic Development Grants for Low-income — 10 open right now, across 39 funding agencies. Award amounts range $5K to $149.67M. The next application deadline is October 30, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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69total grants
10open now
39agencies
$5K–$149.67Mfunding range
Oct 30next deadline
OPEN 10 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 10 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 10 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

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 50 days left Hard to apply

Illinois Grocery Initiative

This program aims to combat food insecurity by offering competitive grants to support the establishment of new grocery stores in food deserts by reimbursing successful applicants…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Dec 9, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $5,200,000
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Illinois Grocery Initiative

This program aims to combat food insecurity by offering competitive grants to support the establishment of new grocery stores in food deserts by reimbursing successful applicants…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Jun 30, 2027 💰 $100,000 – $1,500,000
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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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Frequently asked questions

How many economic development grants for low-income are available?
Grantoria currently lists 69 economic development grants for low-income, of which 10 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 30, 2026 — about 10 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 $5K to $149.67M, 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 low-income, 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 Low-income

Community development projects, workforce training initiatives, and small business support services form the core of economic development grants for low-income populations. 7,368 active grants in this category fund these interventions, with the Department of Housing and Urban Development leading as the primary funder. These grants support job creation, skills development, and infrastructure improvements that strengthen economic opportunity in underserved communities.

Award amounts typically range from $150,000 to $1.8 million, with competitive applications dominating the funding model at 64% of grants. Nearly half require cost-sharing partnerships, making local collaboration essential. To refine your search, filter by support type—capacity building and training grants often carry lower administrative burden than program grants.