Grants for City or township governments - Community Development

This funding opportunity supports non-profits, municipalities, school districts, and educational service boards in New York State to improve school meal preparation infrastructure, promote local farm products, and enhance workforce development in the food industry.

The FY24 Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO Housing) grant aims to help state and local governments eliminate barriers to affordable housing production and preservation, with a focus on addressing zoning laws, infrastructure needs, and racial disparities in housing access.

This track supports projects that examine the impact of climate change on communities within Massachusetts, highlighting local knowledge, experiences, and strategies for resilience. Offering up to $20,000, the grant focuses on narrative projects that use humanities methodologies to discuss climate-related changes and challenges. Projects should not include capital projects, feasibility studies, or collections preservation. Applicants must demonstrate how their work contributes to a broader understanding of climate impacts on local communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Vermont schools, childcare providers, and community organizations to develop and expand programs that connect children with local agriculture, improve nutrition, and enhance educational experiences, particularly in underserved communities.

This funding opportunity supports research and development of advanced transportation technologies, prioritizing projects that improve vehicle efficiency and battery technology while benefiting underserved communities across the U.S.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Eau Claire area for high-impact projects that improve the quality of life for local residents.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Minnesota that provide essential services to individuals and families facing housing and food insecurity, helping them acquire necessary tools and infrastructure to improve their support efforts.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government entities, schools, and churches in Ozark County to implement initiatives that enhance community well-being and address local needs.

The City of Eastvale in California is seeking applications for its Community Development Block Grants, a federally funded program aimed at providing housing, a suitable living environment, and economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons, with eligible activities including public services, public improvements, and housing services.

This initiative provides $10 million in funding to support solar developers in creating community-focused solar projects that benefit underserved populations through economic and environmental improvements.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and tribal governments in California to implement projects that reduce nonpoint source pollution and improve water quality in local watersheds.

This funding opportunity supports Maryland-based public and nonprofit organizations in their efforts to engage communities and implement projects that protect and restore local natural resources, particularly in the Chesapeake and Coastal Bays.

This funding initiative provides financial support to government entities, nonprofits, and cooperatives for building broadband infrastructure in communities affected by recent environmental disasters in New Mexico.

This state-funded initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in accessing essential community-based services in Illinois.

The White Family Foundation, a fund of the Community Foundation of Hancock County, aims to bolster local community development in Hancock and Henry counties, Indiana. This grant program is designed to support initiatives that enhance the quality of life, making these areas more desirable places to live, work, and play. The foundation's mission is directly aligned with fostering community growth and well-being within these specific regions. The grant program targets a broad range of beneficiaries, including tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations, mutual benefit organizations, government agencies, municipalities, and churches that serve Hancock and/or Henry counties. The primary impact goal is to create more vibrant and sustainable communities. The foundation prioritizes projects that fall under several key focus areas. These include beautification projects, building façade improvements, enhancements to recreational facilities and accessibility, and initiatives related to public safety and transportation. These priorities reflect a strategic approach to addressing various facets of community development that contribute to a higher overall quality of life. While specific measurable results are not detailed in the provided information, the expected outcomes are clear: improved community aesthetics, enhanced recreational opportunities, safer public spaces, and more efficient transportation networks within Hancock and Henry counties. The foundation's strategic priorities are rooted in a theory of change that posits by investing in these diverse areas of community infrastructure and social programs, the overall desirability and functionality of the counties will increase, leading to a more engaged and thriving populace.

Established in 1996, the Evansville Fund is a permanent charitable endowment aimed at supporting the Evansville community across various domains, including the arts, education, health and human services, and historic preservation. Through its annual earnings, a portion is allocated as grants to enhance community welfare, distributed to non-profit organizations, the local school district, and government agencies. The fund is characterized by its diverse Family of Funds, each established by individuals or organizations to support specific charitable objectives within Evansville. Grants are awarded annually in November by a volunteer board responsible for fundraising and grant decisions. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: October 1st

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and tribal communities in the U.S. to support innovative arts projects that engage the public and strengthen community connections.

This funding opportunity supports projects that strengthen U.S.-Libya relations through initiatives in economic development, cultural exchange, and community engagement, particularly those involving alumni of U.S. government programs.

This funding opportunity supports a statewide public awareness campaign in Ohio to improve understanding of developmental disabilities and enhance access to resources for individuals and families, particularly in underserved communities.

Funding and Duration: Grant amounts for the conventional program range from $100,000 to $500,000. The maximum grant duration is two (2) years, eight (8) months, and grant funds cannot be expended before November 1, 2025, or after June 30, 2028.   Projects submitted through the Additional Assistance for Historically Underrepresented Organizations (Additional Assistance) Program will range from $100,000 to $250,000. Program requirements and submission deadlines differ for Additional Assistance Program applicants. Please reference the 2025 Request for Concept Proposals - Additional Assistance Program or email grants@cdfa.ca.gov for more information.   CDFA reserves the right to offer an award amount different than the amount requested.