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Louisiana Community Development Grants

Explore 107 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
Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund
Contact for amount
Weyerhaeuser
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public education institutions, and government entities in U.S. and Canadian communities where Weyerhaeuser operates, focusing on projects that improve quality of life through affordable housing, education, environmental stewardship, and workforce development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Beautification Grant
$10,000
Keep Louisiana Beautiful Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to Louisiana municipalities and parishes for beautification projects that enhance public spaces through the planting of native plants and landscaping improvements.

Environment
City or township governments
Keller Family Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Keller Family Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2026

Date Added

Feb 17, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies focused on education, civic affairs, and social services, primarily within the Greater New Orleans area.

Education
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
Fund for Acadiana Grants
$15,000
Community Foundation of Acadiana
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 23, 2026

Date Added

Mar 19, 2026

This funding program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public institutions in Acadiana, Louisiana, for impactful projects that promote sustainable community development across various sectors.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Louisiana Main Street Restoration Grants
$10,000
Louisiana Office of Cultural Development (OCD)
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Apr 24, 2026

This funding opportunity supports the revitalization of historic commercial properties in designated Louisiana Main Street districts, aimed at property owners and tenants who wish to enhance their buildings while preserving their historical significance.

Community Development
Small businesses
National-Central Expanding Opportunities for Community Change
$350,000
Cultivating Healthy Environments – National-Central
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2027

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local governments working to address environmental justice issues and improve public health in underserved communities across the U.S.

Environment
Nonprofits
Solidarity Fund
$25,000
Foundation for Louisiana
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Sep 5, 2025

This fund provides financial support to Louisiana-based nonprofit organizations led by and serving marginalized communities, helping them to host events and activities that promote racial, climate, and criminal justice.

Social Advocacy
Nonprofits
Greener Grounds Grant
$10,000
Keep Louisiana Beautiful Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support to municipalities, parishes, and nonprofit organizations in Louisiana to implement waste reduction and recycling strategies at large outdoor events with over 1,000 attendees.

Environment
Nonprofits
Healthy Communities Grant
$10,000
Keep Louisiana Beautiful Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to Louisiana-based organizations and entities for community projects that promote environmental health, litter prevention, and sustainable practices.

Environment
City or township governments
Startup Runway Showcase
$10,000
Startup Runway Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 12, 2024

This program provides a pitch competition and investor introductions for women and founders of color in the U.S. with scalable startups that have a minimum viable product and some customer traction, specifically targeting those outside major startup hubs.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Louisiana Main Street Restoration Grant
$10,000
Louisiana Office of Cultural Development
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This program provides financial support for the restoration of historic commercial properties in designated Louisiana Main Street districts, aimed at revitalizing downtown areas and preserving their architectural heritage.

Community Development
Individuals
Historic Preservation Fund Grant
Contact for amount
Louisiana State Historic Preservation Office (LASHPO)
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support to non-profits, educational institutions, and local governments in Louisiana for historic preservation projects, particularly in rural areas, to help document and protect the state's cultural heritage.

Humanities
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
National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF)
$5,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits and public agencies in designated U.S. states to initiate and promote community-driven historic preservation projects.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Open Grants Program
Contact for amount
Entergy Charitable Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities in Entergy's service areas for projects that improve community well-being in areas such as arts, education, social services, and neighborhood enhancement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Coughlin Saunders Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Coughlin Saunders Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports 501(c)(3) organizations working on projects that improve the Alexandria metropolitan area, with a focus on leadership in philanthropy, education, arts, and community development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE)
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana Grant
$70,000
United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to United Methodist churches and affiliated organizations in Louisiana for innovative community programs that promote ministry, connection, and disaster preparedness.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits