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Community Development Grants

Explore 7,379 grant opportunities for community development initiatives

Local Government Capital Projects Loan Program (LGCPLP)
$100,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides low-interest loans to small municipalities in Pennsylvania to help finance essential equipment purchases and the construction or renovation of municipal facilities.

Community Development
City or township governments
WalkWorks
$50,000
Pennsylvania Department of Health
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Pennsylvania municipalities and planning organizations for developing active transportation plans that improve walkability, accessibility, and health equity in their communities.

Transportation
City or township governments
Recreation Economy for Rural Communities Planning Assistance Program (RERC)
Contact for amount
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides planning assistance to rural towns and small communities in the U.S. to strengthen their outdoor recreation economies and revitalize their downtown areas through expert consultation and strategic planning.

Recreation
City or township governments
Green Streets, Green Jobs, Green Towns (G3) Grant Program
$175,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This grant provides funding for local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations in the Chesapeake Bay watershed to implement sustainable urban greening projects that improve stormwater management and enhance community green spaces.

Environment
City or township governments
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to state and local governments in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development to stimulate economic growth and resilience.

Community Development
Special district governments
Local Share Account (LSA) - Fayette County
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides funding to support community and economic development projects in Fayette County, aimed at improving quality of life and creating jobs through local investments from gaming revenues.

Community Development
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Multimodal Transportation Fund
$3,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities, organizations, and businesses in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity and safety.

Transportation
City or township governments
Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program
$20,000
Pennsylvania Office of the State Fire Commissioner
State

Application Deadline

Oct 20, 2025

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to fire companies, emergency medical services, and rescue squads in Pennsylvania to improve their facilities, equipment, training, and community outreach efforts.

Safety
Nonprofits
Keystone Communities Program (KCP)
Contact for amount
Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations in Pennsylvania to support various projects that revitalize neighborhoods, enhance community livability, and stimulate economic growth.

Community Development
City or township governments
Pennsylvania Infrastructure Bank (PIB)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides low-interest loans to a variety of organizations, including municipalities and transportation authorities, to finance critical transportation infrastructure projects across Pennsylvania.

Transportation
City or township governments
Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grants
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and limited for-profit businesses in Pennsylvania for projects that improve recreational spaces, conserve natural resources, and revitalize communities.

Natural Resources
County governments
Community and Watershed Forestry Program
$250,000
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance sustainable forestry practices, improve water quality, and promote community resilience through green infrastructure initiatives.

Environment
County governments
Local Share Account (LSA) - Category 4 Facilities Program (Berks, Cumberland, Westmoreland, and York Counties)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities and nonprofit organizations in Berks, Cumberland, Westmoreland, and York Counties for projects that enhance community infrastructure and improve residents' quality of life.

Community Development
County governments
Model Acts Program
$2,500,000
Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2025

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to assist national nonprofit organizations in providing legal and policy support to states for developing effective laws and policies to combat illicit drug use.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Nonprofits
State and Regional Partnerships
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, regional municipal entities, and state-designated Heritage Areas in Pennsylvania to enhance recreation, park management, and conservation efforts through various projects focused on education, planning, and implementation.

Recreation
City or township governments
Park Rehabilitation and Development
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits in Pennsylvania for projects that improve public parks, recreational facilities, and access to waterways, enhancing community outdoor spaces and environmental sustainability.

Recreation
County governments
Community Recreation and Conservation Planning
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits in Pennsylvania to develop comprehensive plans for parks, recreation areas, and conservation projects that engage the community and promote sustainable practices.

Recreation
County governments
Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Office of the Budget
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This state-funded program provides financial assistance for large-scale economic, cultural, and community improvement projects in Pennsylvania that create jobs and enhance regional development.

Community Development
State governments
Household Hazardous Waste Grant, HD45 (Small Projects)
$100,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and eligible agencies in California for small-scale projects focused on the safe management and reduction of household hazardous waste.

Environment
City or township governments
Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides tax credits to businesses that invest in nonprofit-led community development projects aimed at improving the quality of life in low-income and distressed neighborhoods throughout Pennsylvania.

Community Development
Nonprofits

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