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Texas Reads Grant
$10,000
Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This funding opportunity supports public libraries in Texas to develop and implement literacy and reading programs that engage their communities and promote lifelong learning.

Education
City or township governments
Spring Grants
Contact for amount
Russell County Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community improvement projects in Russell County, Alabama, focusing on education, healthcare, social services, and public safety initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Megasites Development Program
$56,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for infrastructure improvements in Gallatin County, specifically targeting the electrification of a dewatering pump system to enhance land readiness for commercial and industrial development.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Local Government Efficiency Grant Program
$1,250,000
New York State Department of State (DOS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 3, 2024

This program provides financial support to local governments in New York to improve efficiency and service delivery through collaborative projects in areas like technology, emergency services, and clean energy.

Community Development
County governments
AARP Community Challenge Demonstration Grants
$25,000
AARP Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 7, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and local governments in creating innovative projects that enhance community livability for residents aged 50 and older, focusing on pedestrian safety, broadband access, and innovative housing solutions.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Franklin County Community Foundation Grant
$2,000
Franklin County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to local organizations in Franklin County to support community initiatives and educational programs that address local needs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Impact Grants
$25,000
South Mountain Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance the natural, cultural, agricultural, and recreational resources of south-central Pennsylvania, encouraging collaboration among nonprofits, municipalities, and educational institutions to improve community well-being and ecological integrity.

Environment
Nonprofits
Region 12: Creative Sector Flex Fund
$5,000
Community Foundation for the Alleghenies
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 9, 2024

This program provides $5,000 grants to small arts organizations in certain Pennsylvania counties to help cover various operational and project-related expenses.

Arts
Nonprofits
Multimodal Transportation Fund
$3,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities, organizations, and businesses in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity and safety.

Transportation
City or township governments
Community Investment Fund 2030
$676,000,000
Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 28, 2024

This program provides funding to municipalities and nonprofit organizations in Connecticut to support economic development projects that benefit historically underserved communities, focusing on equity and inclusion.

Community Development
Nonprofits
ArtsNEXT Program
$25,000
Ohio Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 7, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Ohio for innovative and experimental arts projects that engage communities and promote new creative solutions.

Arts
Nonprofits
Land and Water Conservation Fund Program
$1,500,000
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in Florida for the acquisition and development of outdoor recreational spaces, such as parks and trails, to enhance public access and preserve natural resources.

Environment
State governments
MassTrails Grants
$500,000
Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports public entities, Native nations, and non-profit organizations in Massachusetts to develop and enhance recreational trails and shared-use pathways, promoting outdoor access and community connectivity.

Recreation
City or township governments
Monarch Butterfly and Pollinators Conservation Fund
$300,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and enhance habitats for monarch butterflies and other native pollinators, targeting nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal groups, and educational institutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Local Government Child Care Planning Grant Program
$75,000
Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 22, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and tribal entities in Colorado to assess child care needs and develop policies that encourage the establishment of new child care facilities.

Community Development
City or township governments
Resilient Watersheds Grant
$10,000,000
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 31, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities and eligible organizations in New York State for projects that reduce flooding risks and enhance ecological health.

Environment
Nonprofits
Integrated Planning Grants
$300,000
Washington State Department of Ecology
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 16, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments for planning and assessing the cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated properties, helping communities transform brownfields into valuable assets.

Environment
City or township governments
CAL FIRE Forest Health Program
$8,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2024

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects that restore and enhance California's forests to improve resilience against climate change, reduce wildfire risks, and promote better water and air quality.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Lunch at the Library Summer
Contact for amount
California State Library
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This grant provides funding to California public libraries to offer free meals and educational activities for children and youth during the summer, helping to combat food insecurity and promote learning.

Food and Nutrition
Special district governments
Coastal Management Assistance Grant
$150,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and academic institutions for projects that improve and protect Ohio's Lake Erie coastal resources, enhance environmental quality, and increase public access to coastal areas.

Natural Resources
City or township governments