Planning Grants Grants

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 271 Planning Grants Grants — 23 open right now, across 99 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $5B. The next application deadline is October 26, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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271total grants
23open now
99agencies
$1K–$5Bfunding range
Oct 26next deadline
OPEN 10 days left Moderate to apply

Community Impact – Community Engagement

Notice of Funding Opportunity: Community Impact Grant - Community Engagement July 2026 Funding Purpose: REACH Virginia FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Virginia Housing reinvests a portion of our net…

🏛 Virginia Housing Development Authority ⏰ Oct 31, 2026 💰 $500 – $200,000
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OPEN 10 days left Moderate to apply

Community Impact Market Analysis

Notice of Funding Opportunity: Community Impact Grant Market Analysis July 2026 Funding Purpose: REACH Virginia FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Virginia Housing reinvests a portion of our net revenues…

🏛 Virginia Housing Development Authority ⏰ Oct 31, 2026 💰 $500 – $200,000
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OPEN 57 days left Moderate to apply

HRE Round 51 Local Stewardship Planning

HRE Round 51 Local Stewardship Planning is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Total program funding…

🏛 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ⏰ Dec 17, 2026
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OPEN Hard to apply

Rural Health Network Development Planning Program

The Rural Health Network Development Planning Program supports the planning and development of rural integrated health care networks with specific focus on collaboration of entities to…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.912 ⏰ Mar 23, 2027 💰 up to $100,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Tribal Self-Governance – Planning

The Tribal Self Governance Planning and Negotiation Cooperative Agreements aim to support tribes and tribal organization in their efforts to plan and prepare for assuming responsibility for…

🏛 Indian Health Service 📋 CFDA 93.444 ⏰ Apr 1, 2027
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OPEN Hard to apply

Tribal Self-Governance – Negotiation

The Tribal Self Governance Planning and Negotiation Cooperative Agreements aim to support tribes and tribal organization in their efforts to plan and prepare for assuming responsibility for…

🏛 Indian Health Service 📋 CFDA 93.00E ⏰ Apr 1, 2027
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OPEN Moderate to apply

901 Municipal Waste Planning Grant

The Section 901 Planning Grants are available to all Pennsylvania counties for the cost of preparing municipal waste management plans; the cost of carrying out related…

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection ⏰ Jun 30, 2027
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OPEN Moderate to apply

SFY27 Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program

The REP grant is a State Funded Preparedness Program intended to support local government planning, training and exercise requirements associated with, off-site disaster response and recovery…

🏛 Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security ⏰ Jun 30, 2027
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OPEN Hard to apply

Title XVI Water Reclamation and Reuse Projects

Through WaterSMART, the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) leverages Federal and non- Federal funding to work cooperatively with States, Tribes, and other entities as they plan for…

🏛 Bureau of Reclamation 📋 CFDA 15.504 ⏰ Aug 26, 2027 💰 $1,000 – $40,000,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

WaterSMART Enhancing Water Resources Projects

The objective of the WaterSMART Enhancing Water Resources Projects funding opportunity is to invite eligible entities to apply for funding to implement projects per the authorizing…

🏛 Bureau of Reclamation 📋 CFDA 15.507 ⏰ Sep 8, 2027 💰 $50,000 – $3,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many planning grants grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 271 planning grants grants, of which 23 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 26, 2026 — about 5 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for planning grants grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but planning grants grants in this category most often support: Public Authority, Nonprofits, Tribal Nation and Small Business (SBA-defined). Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
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 planning grants 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 Planning Grants grants

Planning grants support organizations in developing strategies, feasibility studies, and blueprints for future initiatives. With 271 active grants listed in this category, funding agencies like the Department of Commerce and National Institutes of Health prioritize projects that strengthen communities through strategic preparation and research-based planning.

These grants typically range from $50,000 to $500,000, with most using competitive applications. State and tribal governments, along with county agencies, frequently receive awards, often targeting rural communities, low-income areas, and Native American populations. Filtering by recipient type, geographic focus, and industry—such as community or economic development—helps identify the most relevant opportunities.