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Ogdensburg DRI Open Call for Projects
$9,700,000
City of Ogdensburg
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 8, 2026

Date Added

Aug 17, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed to support transformative projects that enhance downtown Ogdensburg, including public improvements, new developments, and marketing initiatives, with a focus on revitalization and community engagement.

Community Development
City or township governments
Lewis County Lodging Tax Grant
Contact for amount
Lewis County
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 4, 2026

This grant provides funding to organizations and municipalities in Lewis County, Washington, to promote tourism through marketing, events, and operational support, ultimately aiming to increase visitor stays and economic activity in the area.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Industrial Sites Reuse Program (ISRP)
$1,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 19, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to Pennsylvania municipalities and nonprofit organizations for assessing and cleaning up environmental contamination at former industrial sites to promote community redevelopment.

Environment
City or township governments
FAST New York Shovel-Ready Grant Program
$1,000,000
New York State Empire State Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This program provides funding and support to municipalities and designated organizations in New York State to develop and improve large industrial sites, attracting major employers in key industries like semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing.

Infrastructure
County governments
Rural Feasibility Study Grant Program
$5,000
Compeer Financial
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This program provides funding for feasibility studies that promote economic development and improve community resources in rural areas of Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.

Information and Statistics
Nonprofits
FY 2021 - 2023 Economic Development RNTA
$500,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (Department of Commerce)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research and technical assistance projects that foster job creation and economic development in distressed communities across the U.S. and its territories.

Community Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Cannabis Local Jurisdiction Retail Access Grant – Phase II
$20,000,000
California Department of Cannabis Control
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This grant provides funding to local governments without a cannabis retail licensing program to help them create and implement such programs, ensuring safe access to regulated cannabis for consumers.

Housing
City or township governments
Tourism Grant Program
$10,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2024

This program provides funding to Iowa-based tourism organizations and entities to promote marketing campaigns that attract out-of-state visitors and boost local economies.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Community Sponsorship Program
$10,000
City of Bend
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This program provides financial support to local organizations in Bend, Oregon, for community-focused events and initiatives that promote public engagement, equity, and inclusion.

Community Development
Individuals
Request for Information - Gauging Investor Interest in the Development and Commercialization of Subsurface Energy Technologies
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Energy (National Energy Technology Laboratory)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 5, 2026

Date Added

Sep 4, 2026

This request seeks input from investors and technology providers on subsurface energy technologies to inform government strategies and foster public-private partnerships in the development and commercialization of innovative energy solutions.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
2027 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$600,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This program provides funding to organizations and entities that enhance the competitiveness of California's specialty crop industry, including fruits, vegetables, and horticulture, through innovative projects that benefit the industry as a whole.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Sports Marketing and Tourism Program (STAMP)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2024

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and local authorities in Pennsylvania to attract and host major sporting and esports events, boosting tourism and economic growth in the state.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Upskill: NJ Incumbent Worker Training Grant Program
$250,000
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
State

Application Deadline

Oct 21, 2026

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to New Jersey employers for training their current employees, helping them improve skills and advance in their careers while boosting the competitiveness of their businesses.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC)
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Assistance Coordination)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 7, 2026

This grant provides funding for collaborative scientific research and technology development projects between Israel and eligible countries in the Middle East and North Africa, focusing on practical applications in critical areas like energy, water, agriculture, and health.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
New Mexico's Research, Development and Deployment Fund
Contact for amount
New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides financial support to New Mexico businesses, public entities, and research institutions to develop and commercialize innovative technologies that drive economic growth and job creation in the state.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Freight Economic Development Program (FEDP)
$2,000,000
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to businesses, municipalities, and railroads in Michigan for upgrading rail infrastructure to boost economic growth and increase rail freight usage.

Transportation
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Mini Grant
$5,000
Granville County Tourism Development Authority (GTDA)
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 9, 2026

Date Added

Aug 31, 2026

This program provides funding for established tourism-related marketing initiatives in Granville County, North Carolina, aimed at attracting visitors from outside the county to enhance local economic growth.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Small Business Development Centers Grant Program
$525,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to qualified organizations that will establish Small Business Development Centers in underserved areas of Illinois, helping entrepreneurs and small businesses access essential resources and services for growth and success.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Exploring and Enhancing Outdoor and Heritage Tourism in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed
$50,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 4, 2026

Date Added

Aug 28, 2026

This grant provides funding to various organizations, including local governments and nonprofits, to promote outdoor recreation and heritage tourism in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, fostering community economic development and enhancing visitor experiences.

Community Development
State governments
AFID Planning Grant Program
$35,000
Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments in Virginia to develop strategic plans and innovative programs that strengthen agriculture and forestry sectors within their economic development strategies.

Agriculture
County governments