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RESTORE Colorado Program (Restoration and Stewardship of Outdoor Resources and the Environment)
$4,500,000
Colorado Department of Natural Resources, Colorado Parks and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports large-scale habitat restoration and stewardship projects across Colorado, targeting organizations and agencies dedicated to improving ecosystem health and wildlife resilience on public and private lands.

Environment
City or township governments
Boone County Community Foundation Community Grant Program
$15,000
Boone County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 6, 2026

Date Added

Jan 29, 2026

This grant provides financial support to tax-exempt organizations in Boone County, Iowa, for projects that enhance community well-being in areas such as arts, education, health, and environmental protection.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Land and Water Conservation Fund 
Contact for amount
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 16, 2025

This program provides matching funds to state and local governments in Kansas for the acquisition and development of public outdoor recreational areas and facilities, enhancing community access to green spaces and recreational opportunities.

Recreation
State governments
Community Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant
$50,000
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 13, 2026

Date Added

Dec 10, 2025

This program provides financial support to local governments in North Carolina for projects that improve recycling and waste reduction efforts, helping to build long-term capacity and raise public awareness.

Environment
City or township governments
Town of East Hampton Water Quality Improvement Grant
Contact for amount
Town of East Hampton (Natural Resources Department)
Local

Application Deadline

Feb 16, 2026

Date Added

May 31, 2024

This grant provides funding to East Hampton Town departments, villages, nonprofits, and commercial entities for projects that improve local water quality through pollution reduction and habitat restoration initiatives.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program (PLHA)
$320,000,000
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2027

Date Added

May 1, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in California to develop and improve affordable housing, including support for homeownership and homelessness reduction initiatives.

Housing
City or township governments
FY24 General Letter of Inquiry
Contact for amount
Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed for organizations seeking financial support for projects that do not fit within existing grant programs, requiring a preliminary Letter of Inquiry for consideration.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Inclusion & Belonging Grant Program
$3,000
Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Private

Application Deadline

May 4, 2026

Date Added

Jan 30, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and approved entities in southern Missouri to implement small-scale projects that promote inclusivity and representation in community leadership and civic life.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) Grant Program
$340,000
Atlanta Regional Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 27, 2026

Date Added

Feb 2, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments and Community Improvement Districts in the Atlanta region for planning studies and transportation projects that create more livable, walkable, and connected communities.

Community Development
City or township governments
Fund for Reno County Grants
$50,000
Hutchinson Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 13, 2026

Date Added

Feb 20, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government entities in Reno County, Kansas, for innovative projects that enhance community culture, support youth development, foster community engagement, and strengthen local nonprofits.

Community Development
Nonprofits
State Urgent Need Fund 
$1,000,000
Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This funding provides financial assistance to Texas communities for urgent infrastructure needs following state-declared disasters that do not qualify for federal aid, primarily benefiting low- to moderate-income residents.

Community Development
State governments
Water & Waste Disposal Loan & Grant Program
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Rural Development)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 27, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to rural communities, local governments, and nonprofit organizations to develop and improve essential water and waste management infrastructure for populations of 10,000 or fewer residents.

Infrastructure
State governments
Maine Public Working Waterfront Infrastructure Fund
$2,000,000
Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 11, 2026

Date Added

Feb 3, 2026

This grant provides funding to municipalities and tribal governments in Maine to improve and adapt waterfront infrastructure that supports commercial fishing and aquaculture, enhancing resilience against climate change and coastal flooding.

Environment
City or township governments
American Spirit Grant Program
$25,000
Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities in Washington County, Pennsylvania, for projects that enhance tourism and celebrate the county's historical significance in honor of America's 250th anniversary.

Community Development
Special district governments
NYSDOT Transportation Alternatives (TAP)
$7,000,000
New York Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Mar 12, 2026

Date Added

Nov 13, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and public agencies in New York State for projects that enhance bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, promote active transportation, and improve community mobility.

Transportation
City or township governments
Watertown Area Community Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Watertown Area Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, schools, churches, and government entities for various community projects in Watertown, including arts, education, health, and environmental initiatives.

Education
Nonprofits
AARP Community Challenge – Flagship Grants
$15,000
AARP Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 4, 2026

Date Added

Jan 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits and government entities in creating quick-action projects that improve community spaces and services for residents aged 50 and older.

Community Development
Nonprofits
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
Salute to America 250 Outreach Across Japan
$500,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Japan)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 11, 2026

Date Added

Dec 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations to create innovative programs that celebrate American culture and strengthen U.S.-Japan relations through outreach activities across Japan.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program - New (Year 1 Recompete)
$125,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Centers for Disease Control - NCIPC)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 12, 2026

Date Added

Dec 9, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community coalitions focused on preventing youth substance use by fostering collaboration among various local stakeholders.

Youth
County governments