Community Development Grants

This funding initiative supports U.S.-based nonprofits and educational organizations in developing student-led solutions to manage cellphone use and enhance social connections in schools.

This grant provides funding for individual artists and culture bearers in five northern Minnesota counties to create community-engaging art projects that enhance public access to the arts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to grassroots nonprofit organizations in Douglas County, Kansas, that are led by BIPOC individuals and focused on promoting equity and community empowerment for BIPOC communities.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations, local creative businesses, community events, and homeowners associations in Peoria, Arizona, to promote and enhance arts and cultural programming within the city.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that offer housing and supportive services to individuals and families who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or living with chronic disabilities in Illinois.

This grant provides financial support for projects that preserve and restore historically significant sites and cultural assets in Gallatin County, Montana.

This grant provides financial support to organizations that assist vulnerable populations in Ocean County, New Jersey, including the elderly, the poor, and individuals with disabilities, while also promoting education and community development.

This grant provides funding to South Euclid residents and local groups for community projects that enhance neighborhood beautification, organize events, or strengthen community ties.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and governmental entities in Central Texas to address community needs in economic mobility, health and humanities, and environmental sustainability.

This grant provides $10,000 to small, independently owned restaurants in the U.S. affected by natural disasters or severe weather, helping them cover essential operating expenses and recover from disruptions.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan that are seeking financial assistance for capital improvement projects to enhance community quality of life.

This grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations hosting events in Prescott, Arizona, to promote tourism and boost the local economy through increased visitor engagement.

This program provides financial support for free, volunteer-led community events in Saratoga that promote inclusivity and celebrate local culture and history.

This program provides matching funds to commercial property owners in South Euclid for significant exterior renovations that improve the visual appeal of their buildings.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Virginia, particularly in the Greater Richmond area, focusing on contemporary classical music ensembles and regional visual arts initiatives.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Sitka, Alaska, for projects that promote cultural programs, community betterment, and education focused on local environmental and scientific initiatives.

This grant provides funding to local artists and creative businesses in Downtown Trenton for community-focused projects that enhance arts access, collaboration, and cultural identity.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that help low-income individuals, particularly TANF recipients and their guardians, access college education and achieve economic self-sufficiency.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Bonner and Boundary counties, North Idaho, for projects that enhance education, arts, economic opportunities, health, and overall community well-being.

The City of Boston’s Air Pollution Control Commission (APCC), operating under the Environment Department, administers the Community Clean Air Grant to support nonprofit-led projects aimed at reducing air pollution and carbon emissions. This initiative, piloted in 2021 and now in its 2025 cycle, funds community-based strategies that align with the city’s goals of carbon neutrality by 2050 and improving public health in Boston’s most affected neighborhoods. Applications for the 2025 cycle opened on March 17, 2025, at 9:00 AM and will close on May 15, 2025, at 4:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time. The grant supports projects that eliminate local sources of pollution, promote the transition to clean energy, enhance indoor air quality, and raise awareness about the impacts of pollution and climate change. The program prioritizes projects that benefit communities located near highways or transportation infrastructure and populations considered socially vulnerable, such as people of color, older adults, children, and individuals with chronic illnesses. Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations operating within Boston. Although a nonprofit may submit multiple proposals, the APCC will fund only one project per organization per fiscal year. Interested applicants are encouraged to attend one of two scheduled information sessions on March 25 at 5:30 PM and April 4 at 10:00 AM. Weekly office hours are also held on Wednesdays from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Translation services for the information sessions are available upon request with at least one week’s notice via email. Applicants must submit a completed application, and they may also choose to submit an optional preliminary proposal and a partnership form. Once submitted, applicants will receive an email confirmation and subsequent updates on their proposal status. Awards are determined by a multi-departmental evaluation committee to ensure an equitable and comprehensive selection process. For more information or to ask questions, applicants can contact the APCC at apcc@boston.gov using the subject line “Community Clean Air Grant Question.” Additional details, including resources and application links, are available on the City of Boston’s website.