Local Community Development Grants

This funding opportunity provides up to $1 million over two years to local nonprofits in Summit County for collaborative projects that address housing, mental health, and public safety while promoting diversity and sustainable community impact.

Grant Opportunity: Parcel Assessment and Strategy Development for Permanent Preservation in the South Branch Flint River - Description: This grant opportunity supports a deeper analysis of two parcels totaling 1200 acres in the upper Flint River Basin. The analysis includes on-the-ground ecosystem assessment, habitat delineation, mapping, valuation/appraisal, title search, and overall environmental evaluation. The goal is to prepare for making an offer and potential campaign to acquire the properties or a conservation easement. - Eligibility: Open to organizations of all types across the USA seeking grant opportunities. Grant Opportunity: Shiatown Park Improvement Readiness - Description: This grant opportunity supports various improvements at Shiatown Park along the Shiawassee River. Funding will be used for wetlands determination and assessment, installation of park boundary and trail markers, historic interpretive signage, floodplain determination, and enhancing community resilience. - Eligibility: Open to organizations of all types across the USA seeking grant opportunities. Grant Opportunity: Gladwin City Park FAA Site Invasive Species Eradication and Habitat Restoration - Description: This grant opportunity supports the restoration and revitalization of a 1.3 acre section of land near Gladwin City Park. Funding will be used for invasive species eradication, habitat restoration, benches, plantings along the trail, interpretive signage, and educational components. - Eligibility: Open to organizations of all types across the USA seeking grant opportunities. (Note: The breakdowns for other grant opportunities are not included due to character limitations.)

City of Centennial Neighborhood Engagement Grant provides small monetary grants of up to $500 per event to residents, HOAs, and community organizations in Centennial, Colorado. The grants aim to support community building events such as neighborhood block parties, movie nights, and social gatherings. Projects associated with private, educational, political, or religious organizations do not qualify for funding. Additionally, funds may not be used to purchase alcohol or other controlled substances. Only one grant will be awarded per event. For more information, visit the Neighborhood Engagement Grant website.

This program provides financial support to long-standing Detroit businesses that have been operating for at least 30 years and have significantly contributed to the community's culture and economy.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Flint that empower youth and families through programs focused on resilience, mental health, and trauma-informed care.

This funding opportunity supports urban youth agricultural education and community development initiatives in Minnesota's urban and peri-urban areas, benefiting a range of organizations including nonprofits, schools, and local governments.

This program provides financial assistance to property owners in Freeport's downtown area for exterior improvements to their commercial buildings, aiming to enhance the visual appeal and economic vitality of the district.

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations in DeKalb, Illinois, that provide essential services to help homeless individuals, low-income residents, the elderly, and people with disabilities achieve greater independence and self-sufficiency.

This program provides financial support to small businesses in Lancaster for purchasing essential equipment to help create jobs and boost local economic growth.

This grant provides financial support to not-for-profit organizations in Stevens Point for projects that boost tourism and increase overnight stays in the city.

The County of San Luis Obispo in California is offering grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 for projects that support countywide goals and address homelessness, with eligible activities including emergency shelters, street outreach, and tenant-based rental assistance, open to nonprofits, for-profit entities, and governmental agencies.

The Douglas County Community Foundation in Missouri is offering grants ranging from $1000 to $10,000 to 501(c)3 organizations and other IRS approved entities serving Douglas County, aiming to improve the quality of life in the community through flexible grantmaking, with applications open until September 30, 2024.

This grant provides financial support for local tourism projects in Yates County, New York, aimed at enhancing community experiences and attracting visitors to the region.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for affordable housing and community development projects aimed at assisting low-income residents in Corvallis.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Lacey to host public events that promote cultural understanding, inclusivity, and community engagement.

The City of Greenbelt Micro Grant is a resident-led, one-time, matching, reimbursable grant designed to foster community building and engage new individuals across neighborhoods. This initiative is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act, aiming to help communities recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and strengthen connections within Greenbelt's diverse neighborhoods. The program's core objective is to create welcoming and inclusive opportunities for neighbors to connect, cultivate volunteerism, increase civic participation, and encourage lasting community engagement. The grant aligns with a broader strategic priority of empowering residents to take responsibility for building connections and addressing community needs, thereby strengthening the social fabric of Greenbelt. Target beneficiaries for the Micro Grant include incorporated neighborhood and community organizations, such as Homeowner Associations, Condominium Associations, GHI Co-ops, Apartment Complexes, and Community Coalitions, that are actively involved in improving or developing programs and activities for their local residential communities. The impact goals are centered around fostering stronger relationships between Greenbelt residents, increasing civic participation, and celebrating community spirit. Through resident-led projects, the grant seeks to create tangible improvements and social cohesion at the neighborhood level. The program prioritizes projects and activities that build community, encourage new or stronger relationships among residents, and foster authentic, inclusive connections. Key focuses include supporting social events, enhancing neighborhood communication, and improving the quality of life through community enhancement projects. Funding amounts vary by grant type: Community Event Grants are eligible for up to $500, Neighborhood Communication Grants for up to $750, and Community Enhancement Grants for up to $1,000. All projects require a minimum of five neighborhood residents to be involved and must provide a public benefit, be free to participate, and abide by City ordinances. The neighborhood's match must be 25% of the requested grant amount. Expected outcomes include a more connected and engaged Greenbelt community, an increase in volunteerism, and tangible improvements in neighborhood aesthetics and functionality. Measurable results would involve the number of residents participating in projects, the types and frequency of community events, the reach of communication efforts, and the completion of neighborhood improvement projects. The theory of change posits that by empowering residents with resources and supporting their initiatives, the grant will directly lead to a more vibrant, cohesive, and resilient community, capable of addressing its own needs and celebrating its unique character. This approach reinforces the city's commitment to resident-led development and sustained community well-being.

The City of Cumberland’s Community Development Department has launched a new Home Rehabilitation Grant program as part of its Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative. This program directly aligns with a foundational mission to reduce blight within the city limits. The initiative seeks to improve the overall quality of life and appearance of neighborhoods by addressing uninhabitable properties and fostering community development. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant program are property owners within the city limits of Cumberland whose properties are currently uninhabitable. The program aims to encourage residents to rehabilitate these properties, thereby contributing to the broader goal of neighborhood revitalization. The impact goals are centered on reducing the number of blighted properties and enhancing the structural integrity and liveability of homes in the area. The program's priorities and focuses include providing 50% matching funds, up to $25,000, for eligible improvements. A key focus is on properties with an assessed value under $100,000, ensuring that the grants support a specific segment of the housing market that is often most in need of rehabilitation. The application process emphasizes a clear documentation of the property's current vacant and uninhabitable state, a detailed renovation plan, and proof of available matching funds. Expected outcomes include the successful rehabilitation of numerous properties, leading to a visible reduction in blight and an increase in safe, habitable homes. Measurable results will likely involve tracking the number of properties rehabilitated, the total investment leveraged by the matching funds, and the overall improvement in property values and neighborhood aesthetics. The program also encourages a timeline to completion, indicating an expectation of timely project execution.

The Impact KC Grant Program, administered by the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation, is designed to make a substantive impact on the well-being of the Kansas City metropolitan area. This program aligns with the foundation's mission by fostering volunteerism, fundraising, and education to address community needs. Impact KC is funded through general membership and aims to award one-time grants annually to one to four eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, with grant sizes ranging from $5,000 to $15,000. The program targets a wide range of beneficiaries across various areas of interest, including Aging, Arts and Culture, Community Development, Education/Youth services, Health and Life Sciences, and Social services/Families. The core impact goal is to provide funds that will have a substantive impact on a tangible project or defined purpose within these areas. This focus ensures that the grants contribute to concrete and measurable improvements in the well-being of the Kansas City community. Impact KC's priorities are broadly defined by the areas of interest, with an emphasis on projects that demonstrate a clear potential for significant positive change. While specific strategic priorities and a formal theory of change are not explicitly detailed, the program's structure implies a commitment to supporting local nonprofits that can effectively implement projects addressing critical community needs. The selection of organizations that can articulate a specific purpose for the funds reflects a results-oriented approach. Expected outcomes include the successful completion of tangible projects and the achievement of defined purposes within the grant recipient organizations. Although specific measurable results are not outlined in the provided text, the requirement for funds to be used for "specific purpose(s) as outlined in the original grant proposal" suggests an expectation of accountability and a focus on achieving the proposed objectives. The grant size, ranging from $5,000 to $15,000, indicates support for projects with a defined scope, enabling recipients to address specific challenges effectively.

This program provides funding to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Cuyahoga County for tree planting and maintenance projects to improve urban tree canopies.

This program provides financial support to property owners in Elmira for rehabilitating vacant rental units to create safe and affordable housing for low- and moderate-income renters.