2,561 Community Economic Development Grants

Discover grants that support community and economic development initiatives in distressed and underserved communities. Funding is available for neighborhood revitalization, infrastructure improvements, technical assistance, and capacity-building. Additional grants support beautification efforts and development projects that stimulate local economies and enhance overall well-being.

Economic development funding spans everything from small-business loans to major infrastructure grants. Sort by recipient type, location, or project type above to match your initiative. GrantWatch helps organizations manage the entire funding process, from grant prospecting to post-award reporting, with tools such as the Grant Prospecting Dashboard, Grant Funding Pipeline, GrantWatch Intelligence™, and the AI Grant Writing Tool - built for multi-phase development projects.

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Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to benefit communities in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent before applying. Priority funding is intended to address the needs of low-income youth, children, and their families. Grants wil...

GrantWatch ID#: 125830
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Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Business Associations, and Agencies to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, business organizations and associations, municipalities, and chambers of commerce to enhance tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended for events and or activities that promote the city as a tourist destination....

GrantWatch ID#: 141931
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Grants to Ohio Groups of Residents for Projects that Strengthen Local Communities

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio groups of residents for projects that strengthen communities in eligible locations. Applicants must attend a mandatory workshop prior to applying. Funding is intended for grassroots community projects that benefit residents and promo...

GrantWatch ID#: 173429
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Grants to Georgia Nonprofits Serving Eligible Counties for Capacity Building Activities to Imp...

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Georgia nonprofit organizations serving eligible counties for capacity building activities that improve financial strength. Funding is intended to assist nonprofits affected by the past year's federal funding and policy changes by developing business mo...

GrantWatch ID#: 177779
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Tax Credits to USA Businesses to Encourage Relocation to California

Deadline: 08/10/26

Tax credits to USA businesses to encourage business expansion and relocation to California. The purpose of this program is to support employment and economic development in the State of California. This program is open to businesses of any size that want to stay a...

GrantWatch ID#: 180343
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Grants to Wyoming Nonprofits to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to Wyoming nonprofit organizations to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for events and activities that will generate out-of-county attendees and participants. Applicants may request funding for marketing, advertising...

GrantWatch ID#: 180598
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Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits for Economic Growth Initiatives

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for initiatives that lead to new businesses and improve the economy in eligible counties. Both new and existing projects and programs will be considered. Eligible proposals must demonstrate benefit and i...

GrantWatch ID#: 186354
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Grants to Virginia Nonprofits to Enhance the Local Quality of Life in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations to enhance the local quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support organizations serving the community in a variety of focus areas, including civic-minded projects, education, housing, medical, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 197093
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Grants to Washington Nonprofits to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations for projects that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and programs that directly encourage tourism. Grants can support events, festivals, and similar projects that...

GrantWatch ID#: 200303
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Grants to Washington Nonprofits for Projects that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community events and services, capacity building and organizational development, and community facilities. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 206161
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Opportunity for Texas Startups to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 08/10/26

Opportunity for Texas entrepreneurs and startup companies to participate in a business development program. The program is geared to companies in technology, manufacturing, healthcare, materials science, automation, aerospace, software, green energy, logistics, cy...

GrantWatch ID#: 209844
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Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits to Benefit Girls and Women

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to promote social justice and address disparities that affect women and girls. Applicants must submit a preliminary application before submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to promote smar...

GrantWatch ID#: 210109
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Grants to Illinois Property Owners for Landmark Restoration

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Illinois property owners to preserve and upgrade landmarks in eligible locations. Funding is intended to renovate individually designated landmarks and contributing buildings in landmark districts. The grant aims to restore designated landmark buildings ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221303
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Grants to Kansas Nonprofits to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to develop communities in which to raise a family, access quality education, grow businesses, and experience art and culture. Grants can support efforts...

GrantWatch ID#: 226165
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Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits to Improve the Agricultural Sector and Food Systems

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations for projects that enhance agriculture and improve food systems. Funding is intended for programs and activities that help to promote local agriculture by expanding marketing and educational opportunities. T...

GrantWatch ID#: 230230
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Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits for Programs That Promote Economic Development

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that promote economic and business development. Funding is intended to generate economic and equitable benefits for residents through outcomes such as increased business income, jo...

GrantWatch ID#: 230231
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Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits to Assist the Creative Industry

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations to promote economic development and support the local creative industry. Funding is intended to develop the film and creative workforce, support local productions, and promote collaborations by supporting m...

GrantWatch ID#: 230232
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Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits to Enhance Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations for projects that promote local tourism. Funding is intended to improve visitor services, enhance cultural offerings, maximize the economic impact of cruise ship passengers, and benefit local businesses. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 230235
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Grants to Pennsylvania Businesses Owned by Historically Disadvantaged Individuals for Business...

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Pennsylvania businesses and start-ups owned by historically disadvantaged individuals for business development activities. Funding is intended for a broad range of activities, including website design, professional services, and marketin...

GrantWatch ID#: 231191
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits to Enhance Economic Development and Business Capacity in the Crea...

Deadline: 08/11/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations in the creative industries to support economic development initiatives that increase the capacity of businesses within the province. Applicants must contact staff before applying. Funded projects will gather, formulate, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 184161
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Grants to Missouri Nonprofits for Community and Economic Development

Deadline: 08/11/26

Grants to Missouri nonprofit organizations for community and economic development in eligible regions. Eligible uses of funds include entrepreneurship programs, real estate development, neighborhood improvement activities, business expansion, and industry sector s...

GrantWatch ID#: 210964
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Grants and In-Kind Support to California Tribes for Housing Development

Deadline: 08/11/26

Grants and in-kind support to California tribes for housing development. Funding is intended to support tribes during pre-development initiatives related to housing. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to: planning activities, infrastructure investmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 229389
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Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Initiatives to Increase Tourism

Deadline: 08/11/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, agencies, municipalities, and tribes for initiatives to increase tourism. Applicants must include letters of support with their application. Eligible uses of funds include projects improving infrastructure, designin...

GrantWatch ID#: 230646
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Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits for Community Programs in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 08/12/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for community programs in eligible regions. Funding may be used for general operations, facilities and equipment, administrative and technical support, campaigns, special projects, matching funds, ca...

GrantWatch ID#: 178949
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Tax Credits and Incentives to Massachusetts Businesses to Promote Job Creation

Deadline: 08/12/26

Tax credits and property tax incentives to Massachusetts businesses to promote job creation and economic development. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to help businesses grow by offering credits to lower taxes in exchange ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202685
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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits to Benefit Residents and Promote Economic Well-Being

Deadline: 08/12/26

Grants of up to $80,000 to Colorado nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit residents and promote economic well-being in eligible locations. Funding is intended for initiatives in the following focus areas: core services, economy, community, and recreation...

GrantWatch ID#: 215432
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Opportunity for Indiana Businesses to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 08/12/26

Opportunity for Indiana small businesses in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. This educational opportunity includes a series of on-demand virtual training courses. The program supports and empowers local small businesses, restaur...

GrantWatch ID#: 221615
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Grants to Oregon Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/12/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Oregon nonprofit and for-profit entities to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities that will lead to sustainable tourism by attracting tourists from more than 50 miles away and increasing overnight stays...

GrantWatch ID#: 222463
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Grants to Canada Indigenous and Territorial Governments for Community Infrastructure Projects

Deadline: 08/12/26

Grants to Canada indigenous and territorial governments for community infrastructure projects. Funding is intended for climate-change adaptable projects, projects that deliver broad environmental, economic, and social benefits, and local infrastructure projects th...

GrantWatch ID#: 230516
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Community Events and Festivals

Deadline: 08/12/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for community events and festivals in eligible locations. Funding is intended for events that create community vibrancy, benefit the economy, encourage arts and culture, and more. Eligible events ta...

GrantWatch ID#: 231387
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Grants to USA Tribes and Microenterprise Development Organizations for T&TA

Deadline: 08/12/26

Grants to USA and territories tribes and microenterprise development organizations to provide training and technical assistance to disadvantaged entrepreneurs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intend...

GrantWatch ID#: 231460
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Grants to Minnesota and North Dakota Nonprofits to Benefit Women and Girls in Eligible Locatio...

Deadline: 08/13/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota and North Dakota nonprofit organizations to support programming for women and girls in eligible locations. New applicants and activities receive preference. Funding is intended for programs and projects that promote social justi...

GrantWatch ID#: 174143
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Grants to Arkansas Agencies in Rural Areas for Development and Fire Protection Projects

Deadline: 08/13/26

Grants to Arkansas qualifying towns, cities, and communities in rural areas for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended to improve local fire protection and emergency services and to support the construction and renovation of public buildings, community ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177147
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Grants to Texas Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 08/13/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations, government entities, and academic institutions for projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities in the focus areas of education, healthcare, quality of place, and hu...

GrantWatch ID#: 180258
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Grants to Illinois Entities to Train Graduates for Positions in Television and Film Production

Deadline: 08/13/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, businesses, and educational entities to train local high school graduates for entry-level positions in television and film production. Applicants must complete prequalifications and registrations prior to applying. These...

GrantWatch ID#: 208902
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Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote the Agricultural Industry

Deadline: 08/13/26

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit and for-profit farms and ranches to advance the agricultural industry in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote agriculture through investments that target the expansion of farming. Eligible proposals support projects that se...

GrantWatch ID#: 211958
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Grants to Kansas and Missouri Organizations for Capacity-Building Activities

Deadline: 08/13/26

Grants to Kansas and Missouri organizations in eligible counties for capacity-building activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support organizations that advance economic mobility in the region through three focus areas: career and workforce devel...

GrantWatch ID#: 216652
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Grant to a New Jersey or Pennsylvania Nonprofit for Programs that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grant of $40,000 to a New Jersey or Pennsylvania nonprofit organization for programs that benefit residents in eligible counties. Projects may fall into one of the following categories: environment and animals; community development; education and research; vetera...

GrantWatch ID#: 172846
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Grants to Iowa Agencies and NGOs for Projects to Enhance Outdoor Recreation

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Iowa communities, counties, cities, and non-governmental organizations for projects to support outdoor recreation for the general public. Funding is intended to support land acquisition and development, construction of facilities, parkland expansion, mul...

GrantWatch ID#: 173505
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Grants to Washington, DC Entities for Volunteer Staff to Provide Community Services

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, IHEs, Tribes, and agencies to support volunteer staff working in a broad range of community services. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Eligible service areas in...

GrantWatch ID#: 176377
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Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit residents of eligible communities. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Grant funding is intended to assist community members gain stability ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176786
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Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Agencies to Improve the Local Qu...

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities for programs that improve the quality of life in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of education and youth, arts and cu...

GrantWatch ID#: 177498
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Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Locations for Community Arts Proj...

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible areas to increase access to the arts for the local community and involve new audiences and visitors. Funding is intended to support production and exhibition costs...

GrantWatch ID#: 180269
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Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life for Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants of up to $2,500 and grants of up to $10,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects with specific and measurable objectives and goals. This grant program includes ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180825
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Strengthen the Economy

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit and for-profit organizations and government agencies for projects that strengthen the local economy in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support infrastructure development, job training, economic development, community imp...

GrantWatch ID#: 181125
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Opportunity for USA Individuals to Participate in a Leadership Training Program

Deadline: 08/14/26

Opportunity for USA individuals in eligible locations to participate in an executive leadership training program. The program offers business and community leaders an opportunity to network, enhance their knowledge, and develop skills, tools, and strategies to ben...

GrantWatch ID#: 183806
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Grants to Illinois Businesses, Cultural Establishments, and Nonprofits for Commercial Rehabili...

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Illinois businesses, cultural establishments, and nonprofit organizations for capital projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support commercial rehabilitation and construction projects for entities that include, but are not limited to sto...

GrantWatch ID#: 185158
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Grants to New Mexico Businesses for Workforce Training and Education Programs

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to New Mexico businesses for workforce training programs. Applicants must submit an eligibility form before submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for coursework and on-the-job training. The program aims to strengthen the economy by providing finan...

GrantWatch ID#: 193606
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Opportunity for Virginia Businesses and Entrepreneurs for Funding and Professional Development

Deadline: 08/14/26

Opportunity for Virginia companies and entrepreneurs in eligible locations to compete for funding and participate in a business development program. The opportunity includes a requirement to participate in a boot camp to help participants assess their entrepreneur...

GrantWatch ID#: 199090
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Grants to USA Agencies to Mitigate the Risks of Earthquakes

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to USA and territories agencies to mitigate the risks of natural disasters. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations well in advance of the application deadline. Funding is intended to promote resilience to earthquakes. Eligible uses of fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 203364
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