Community Development Grants

This program provides funding to Maryland-based organizations and agencies to implement effective strategies for preventing gun violence and supporting individuals affected by violence.

This funding opportunity supports early-career social science researchers, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds or under-resourced institutions, to investigate economic mobility and systemic inequalities in the U.S.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local health departments and agencies in Maryland to expand existing programs that address opioid use and improve access to treatment and recovery services, particularly for underserved populations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in each state or territory to establish coordination hubs that enhance artificial intelligence readiness by connecting education, workforce, industry, and government stakeholders.

This grant provides funding to Maryland-based local governments, law enforcement agencies, and State’s Attorney’s Offices to develop and implement strategies aimed at reducing violent crime and enhancing community safety through collaborative partnerships.

This program provides financial support for small, locally owned retail and personal service businesses in specific districts of Athens to make permanent physical improvements that boost their viability and attract investment.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and community partners in Bothell that deliver essential services addressing basic needs, community support, and advocacy for local residents.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs in Sierra Leone to create impactful community projects that promote democratic values and cross-cultural exchange, celebrating American excellence in honor of the nation's 250th anniversary.

This program provides unrestricted funding to community-focused nonprofit organizations in select U.S. markets, supporting initiatives in youth education, storytelling, and community engagement.

This program provides financial assistance to Lincoln property owners for implementing sustainable landscaping projects that reduce stormwater runoff and improve water quality.

This funding opportunity supports local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania to implement community-based programs that prevent youth violence and delinquency while promoting collaboration and effective reentry services for system-involved youth.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to grassroots organizations in New York City and the Hudson Valley that need immediate resources to respond to urgent social justice issues and drive systemic change.

This program provides financial support to resident-led neighborhood groups in Mountain View to promote community engagement through events and beautification projects.

This initiative provides funding and support to mid-sized nonprofits in Sacramento County that focus on addressing homelessness and food access, helping them improve their operations and sustainability.

This grant provides funding for innovative projects led by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to strengthen connections between the U.S. and its global alumni community while celebrating the nation's 250th anniversary.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities for charitable projects that benefit the residents of Lawrence County, Indiana, with a focus on community-driven initiatives.

This funding initiative provides financial support to high-budget film and television productions with a budget of at least $15 million that are shooting entirely within the United States, while promoting the use of domestic crews and locations.

This program provides funding to Louisiana-based organizations and agencies to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops through research, marketing, and food safety initiatives that benefit the broader industry.

This grant provides funding to hospitals and community organizations in Hudson County, New Jersey, to deliver trauma-informed support services to victims of violence, particularly those affected by gun-related incidents, starting from the point of crisis in emergency departments.

This program provides funding for environmental restoration and education projects in Ohio's Lake Erie watershed, focusing on community engagement and addressing ecological challenges.