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District of Columbia Community Development Grants

Explore 90 grant opportunities

Thriving Communities Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

Jul 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public schools in selected states to implement sustainability initiatives, workforce development, and community resilience programs that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in their communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Honda Corporate Funding - Community Event Sponsorships
$25,000
Honda USA Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This grant provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools for community events that promote cultural enrichment, connection, and civic engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Disaster Relief Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Georgia that are working on recovery projects following the recent wildfires.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Sponsorship Program
$500
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This program provides funding for events that raise awareness about the restoration and protection of natural resources in the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland's watersheds, targeting nonprofits and community organizations.

Environment
Nonprofits
Chinatown Lease Incentive Grant Program
$125,000
District of Columbia Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED)
Local

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

May 11, 2026

This program provides financial support to small businesses in Washington, DC's Chinatown that enhance the area's cultural identity and economic vitality through long-term commercial leases.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
2026 Public Art Building Communities Grant
$150,000
District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 27, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This grant provides funding for artists and organizations to create public artworks that engage and enrich communities in Washington, D.C.

Arts
Individuals
Rhode Island Avenue Support Grant Program
$100,000
District of Columbia Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED)
Local

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

May 11, 2026

This program provides financial support to small businesses in Washington, DC, that are committed to long-term leases and contribute to community engagement and revitalization along the Rhode Island Avenue corridor.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
The Philip L. Graham Fund
Contact for amount
Philip L. Graham Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations serving residents in Washington, D.C., specific Maryland counties, and Northern Virginia, focusing on projects that align with the Fund's priorities while excluding certain types of organizations and funding requests.

Community Development
Nonprofits
LINK Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
The LINK Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Mid-Atlantic region that focus on improving financial literacy, developing future leaders, and enhancing personal and professional development for individuals and communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Stormwater Solutions Mini Grant Program
$5,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 13, 2024

This funding opportunity supports community-driven projects in Washington, D.C. that promote environmental education and innovative stormwater management, particularly for small organizations and historically excluded groups.

Environment
Nonprofits
Restaurant & Retail Stabilization Grant
$50,000
Capital Impact Partners
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 5, 2026

Date Added

May 11, 2026

This initiative provides financial support to independently operated restaurants and retail businesses in Washington, DC, that have faced revenue declines, helping them cover occupancy and payroll costs to remain operational.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
The RiverSmart Communities Grant Program
Contact for amount
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 18, 2024

This funding opportunity provides $600,000 to nonprofit and faith-based organizations to implement green stormwater infrastructure solutions that reduce pollution and improve waterways in Washington, D.C.

Environment
Nonprofits
Safety First Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities within 30 miles of Norfolk Southern's rail lines to improve community safety through targeted projects and initiatives.

Safety
Nonprofits
Commercial Property Acquisition Fund
$300,000
District of Columbia Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 11, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial assistance to eligible small businesses in Washington, DC, to help them acquire commercial properties, promoting long-term ownership and stability for historically disadvantaged entrepreneurs.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Community Investment Program
$25,000
TC Energy Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Projects, Events, or Festivals Grant
$20,000
District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
State

Application Deadline

May 22, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This grant provides financial support to individuals and nonprofit organizations in Washington, D.C. for arts and humanities projects that engage the community and enhance cultural experiences.

Arts
Nonprofits
Henry A. Jordan, M.D., Preservation Excellence Fund
$7,500
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public agencies in the Mid-Atlantic region for innovative projects that promote historic preservation and environmental stewardship through planning and educational activities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Vitality Fund
$6,000,000
District of Columbia Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED)
Local

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This program provides financial incentives to businesses relocating to or expanding within Washington, DC, with a focus on job creation, capital investment, and economic growth in key industry sectors.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Let Good Take Flight
Contact for amount
American Airlines
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 17, 2023

This grant provides support to nonprofit organizations that serve children, local communities, and military service members in specific U.S. counties, focusing on in-kind donations and limited monetary contributions.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Capitol Hill Construction Impact Grant Program
$15,000
District of Columbia Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED)
Local

Application Deadline

Jun 12, 2026

Date Added

Apr 13, 2026

This program provides financial support to small, neighborhood businesses in Capitol Hill that are adversely affected by nearby construction projects, helping them cover essential operational costs during the disruption.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses