Grants for Community College

As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 262 Grants for Community College — 69 open right now, across 92 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1.3K to $550M. The next application deadline is September 15, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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262total grants
69open now
92agencies
$1.3K–$550Mfunding range
Sep 15next deadline
OPEN 26 days left Hard to apply

Engineering Research Initiation (ERI)

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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OPEN 26 days left Hard to apply

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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OPEN 32 days left Hard to apply

Downstate Cooperative Transportation Grant Program

The Downstate Cooperative Transportation Grant program is a competitive grant. The purpose of the program is to support partnerships between eligible public transit agencies and educational…

🏛 Illinois Department of Transportation ⏰ Oct 15, 2026
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OPEN 33 days left Hard to apply

Annual Recurring University Training and Research

Annual Recurring University Training and ResearchThe purpose of this funding opportunity is to solicit and award research and development grants to educate and train the next…

🏛 National Energy Technology Laboratory 📋 CFDA 81.089 ⏰ Oct 16, 2026 💰 $1 – $750,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

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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OPEN Hard to apply

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 (LSAMP)

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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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for community college are available?
Grantoria currently lists 262 grants for community college, of which 69 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 15, 2026 — about 2 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 $1.3K 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 grants for community college, 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 grants for Community College

Community colleges play a vital role in advancing education and workforce development across the nation. With 262 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.