Grants for For profit organizations other than small businesses - Community Development

This funding opportunity supports mid-stage businesses and worker-owned cooperatives in underserved Chicago neighborhoods to strengthen their economic resilience and promote equitable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

The De Colores Rapid Response Fund is a program of the Peace Development Fund (PDF), created in honor of retired Development Officer Ray Santiago, who was deeply involved in the farmworker movement. Named after a beloved traditional Mexican folk song associated with solidarity and grassroots activism, the fund embodies the same spirit of resilience and unity. It is designed to respond quickly to dynamic and strategic opportunities for organizing in marginalized urban and rural communities across the United States and U.S. territories, rather than providing humanitarian aid or technical support. The fund supports short-term interventions at key moments of social change or crisis, where rapid, well-thought-out responses can make a measurable impact. These might include unanticipated events or strategic inflection points such as social justice uprisings or cultural shifts. The fund specifically targets groups organizing within communities of color and low-income or working-class populations. Preference is given to organizations with annual budgets under $250,000 and with limited access to traditional philanthropic support. Grants range from $500 to $1,000, and project budgets should not exceed $5,000. Funding is intended for groups already rooted in grassroots organizing work. The fund does not support individual applicants, groups based outside the U.S., budget shortfalls, or long-term pre-planned campaigns. It also excludes general operating support, charity events, direct services, and ongoing programming. Applications are accepted from organizations, coalitions, and non-501(c)(3) groups, provided they align with the Peace Development Fund's principles and are based in the U.S. or its territories. The application process begins with a brief interest form. If an organization qualifies, PDF staff will schedule an interview to discuss the proposal further. Decisions are typically made within one to three weeks of submission, with funds disbursed shortly after approval. Grants are issued on a rolling basis throughout the year, enabling rapid turnaround and deployment of resources when needed most. Applicants must demonstrate clear goals and desired outcomes tied to the event or opportunity they are responding to. Funded projects are expected to support systemic social change and reflect the Peace Development Fund’s core values of shifting power, building movements, dismantling oppression, and creating alternative community-based structures. Final reports are required within three months of receiving the grant and must outline how the funds were used and what progress was made toward the project’s objectives. This rapid response mechanism provides timely support to organizations poised to make a significant impact during critical moments of transformation.

This program provides funding to support community development projects that improve housing, infrastructure, and services for low-to-moderate income residents in unincorporated areas of El Paso County, Colorado.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Walton County, Florida, to implement community-based initiatives aimed at reducing tobacco use and exposure, particularly among youth and disadvantaged populations.

This funding opportunity supports artists, creatives, and nonprofit organizations in Houston to develop innovative public arts projects that enhance community engagement and promote tourism.

This grant provides funding and support for organizations and innovators to implement eco-friendly solutions that tackle pollution issues in the Black Sea region, specifically in Georgia, Moldova, and Türkiye.

This funding opportunity supports affordable housing projects and capacity-building efforts for organizations serving low-income households in Burlington.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to diverse projects focused on social impact, such as education, environmental sustainability, and public health, prioritizing community engagement and underrepresented founders worldwide.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations, hospitals, and health departments in Indiana to implement programs that review and address the causes of fetal and infant mortality, ultimately aiming to improve health outcomes for newborns.

This funding opportunity supports community-driven environmental projects that enhance water quality and habitat in Pierce County's major watersheds, targeting nonprofits, schools, tribes, local governments, and individuals.

This funding initiative provides financial support to energy providers in Oklahoma for projects that enhance the resilience of the electrical grid, particularly benefiting public utilities and small companies serving rural areas.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that empower underrepresented innovators, entrepreneurs, and small businesses in Raleigh, North Carolina, to foster economic development and collaboration within the community.

This funding program provides financial support to local organizations and practitioners in Maui County for projects that celebrate Hawaiian culture and promote community engagement, economic development, and sustainability.

This award recognizes and celebrates emerging businesses in Colorado and Wyoming that demonstrate strong leadership character, foster a positive organizational culture, and actively engage with their communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations delivering innovative mental health services to underserved Indigenous communities in Montana, focusing on improving access and outcomes through partnerships and technology.

This funding initiative provides financial support for tourism-related projects and events in Williams County, North Dakota, aimed at attracting visitors to the area.

This program provides financial support to downtown retailers, restaurants, and service businesses in Athens for permanent improvements that enhance their physical spaces and contribute to the revitalization of the downtown area.

This grant provides financial support to jazz artists for touring performances in underserved communities across the U.S., helping them connect with new audiences and enrich local culture.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to New Mexico hospitals and educational institutions to develop and expand residency programs in primary care, particularly in underserved and rural areas, to address workforce shortages.

This program provides funding to food retailers and community organizations in New Mexico to improve access to healthy foods in underserved areas through practical projects that enhance food storage, handling, and sales.