Grants for Community College

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 234 Grants for Community College — 53 open right now, across 90 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $5B. The next application deadline is July 30, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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234total grants
53open now
90agencies
$1K–$5Bfunding range
Jul 30next deadline
OPEN Hard to apply

EDU Core Research

The EDU Core Research (ECR) program offers this ECR:Core solicitation and invites proposals for fundamental research (curiosity-driven basic research and use-inspired basic research) that contributes to…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Oct 1, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $2,500,000
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Advanced Technological Education

With a focus on two-year Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs), the Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program supports the education of technicians for the high-technology fields that…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Oct 1, 2026 💰 $475,000 – $7,500,000
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Engineering Research Initiation

The NSF Directorate for Engineering (ENG) seeks to build engineering research capacity across the nation by investing in new academic investigators who have yet to receive…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.041 ⏰ Oct 9, 2026 💰 from $200,000
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Mathematical Foundations of Artificial Intelligence

Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are enabling extraordinary scientific breakthroughs in fields ranging from protein folding, natural language processing, drug synthesis, and recommender systems to…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.070 ⏰ Oct 9, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $1,500,000
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Major Research Instrumentation Program

The Major Research Instrumentation (MRI) Program (MRI Program Website) serves to increase access to multi-user scientific and engineering instrumentation for research and research training in our…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.074 ⏰ Nov 16, 2026 💰 $100,000 – $4,000,000
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National Science Foundation Translation to Practice

The U.S. NSF Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (NSF TIP) partners across sectors to advance three primary focus areas – accelerating technology translation and development,…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.084 ⏰ Nov 17, 2026 💰 $600,000 – $2,000,000
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Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation

The Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation (LSAMP) program invests in the Nation's colleges and universities to aid student success to create a new generation of…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.076 ⏰ Nov 20, 2026 💰 $125,000 – $5,000,000
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Centers of Excellence (COE)

The Centers of Excellence Program provides grants to health professions schools and other public and nonprofit health or educational entities to assist schools in supporting programs…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.157 ⏰ Feb 2, 2027 💰 $1 – $686,000
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GROWING CONVERGENCE RESEARCH

Convergence research is a means for solving vexing research problems, in particular, complex problems focusing on societal needs or deep scientific challenges. It entails integrating knowledge,…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.075 ⏰ Feb 8, 2027 💰 $1,200,000 – $3,600,000
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Mid-scale Research Infrastructure-1

NSF-supported science and engineering research increasingly relies on cutting-edge infrastructure. With its Major Research Instrumentation (MRI) program and Major Multi-user Facilities ("Major Facilities") projects, NSF supports…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.079 ⏰ Feb 8, 2027 💰 $4,000,000 – $19,999,999
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for community college are available?
Grantoria currently lists 234 grants for community college, of which 53 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 July 30, 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 $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 grants for community college, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
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About grants for Community College

Community colleges play a vital role in advancing education and workforce development across the nation. With 234 active grants available in this category, institutions can access funding from leading agencies including the U.S. National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health to support capacity building, research, and program initiatives.

Most community college grants follow competitive application models and typically range from $180,000 to $1.2 million. These opportunities frequently prioritize underserved populations, including low-income students, first-generation learners, and BIPOC communities. Filtering by funding agency, support type, and demographic focus will help you identify the most relevant opportunities for your institution.