Grants for City or township governments - Workforce Development

This grant provides $100,000 to Chicago-based nonprofit organizations for impactful projects that address critical social issues, including culture, education, family support, health, and sustainability.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state, local, and Tribal governments, as well as non-profit organizations, to improve energy efficiency in low-income homes and develop a skilled workforce in the clean energy sector.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments in Illinois for water and sanitary system projects that improve public health and safety in communities with significant low-to-moderate income populations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that empower underrepresented innovators, entrepreneurs, and small businesses in Raleigh, North Carolina, to foster economic development and collaboration within the community.

This grant provides financial assistance to small businesses in Dubuque, Iowa, to help cover operating costs and support long-term success for income-qualified owners.

This funding opportunity is designed to support nonprofit organizations and community-based entities in Fayetteville, North Carolina, that are working to reduce opioid overdoses and improve health outcomes through various evidence-based programs and services.

Applications are now being accepted for the City of Dubuque’s Small Business Support Grant, a program that provides up to $5,000 for small business owners to assist with operating costs. Donor Name: City of Dubuque State: Iowa County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: 09/27/2024 Size of the Grant: Up to $5000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The goal of the Small Business Support Grant program is to cover business expenses while helping the business owner develop strategies for continued success. The City partners with the Fountain of Youth Program to administer the grant. Recipients will be matched with a business mentor and be required to participate in an eight-week personal and professional development program facilitated by Fountain of Youth. These requirements are meant to provide ongoing support to the business owner as they look to improve business practices and increase income. Funds are provided as a reimbursement grant for eligible expenses, based on the recipient’s participation in both personal and professional development activities. The program aims to provide short-term assistance to keep the business operating well, and to position the business owner to improve the business over the long term. Eligible Expenses  Rent/utilities of commercial space (home office not eligible) Salaries for employees (not the owner) Permanent supplies (such as paper clips, scissors, hangers, etc.) Permanent signage Permanent equipment Marketing / ads QuickBooks Training/technical assistance Event space rental Website design Eligibility Criteria The applicant must live inside the city limits of the City of Dubuque. The business must have fewer than five (5) employees. The business must have been operational for at least 12 months before application. The applicant must have filed their 2022 and/or 2023 personal and business income taxes. The applicant must be an individual from a low- to moderate-income household For more information, visit City of Dubuque. Related Posts:Request for Applications for Equitable Energy Future…Business Innovation Grant Program in MinnesotaCity of Laurel Thrive Small Business Grant Program…Town of Trophy Club Thrive Business Grant Program (Texas)Call for applications for Artist Support Grants…2024-25 Artist Support Grants (North Carolina)Female Founder World Grant for Small BusinessesDare Arts Artist Support Grants – North CarolinaScience & Technology Business Startup Grant Program…Science & Technology Business Startup Grant Program…StartHER Grant Program - Texas2025 Food Waste Reduction Grant (North Carolina)Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) – IllinoisApply now for Activate Fellowship 2025Minnesota: AGRI Meat, Poultry, Egg, and Milk…2025 AGRI Value-Added Grant Program (Minnesota)Apply now for Activate Fellowship 2025Minnesota: AGRI Meat, Poultry, Egg, and Milk…2025 AGRI Value-Added Grant Program (Minnesota)Pennsylvania: Fresh Food Financing InitiativePennsylvania: Fresh Food Financing Initiative

The Cultural Coalition of Washington County in Oregon is offering grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to support arts, culture, and humanities projects that promote cultural diversity, community partnerships, and public engagement, with priority given to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions that serve the residents of Washington County.

The Agricultural Enterprise Fund (AEF) by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture offers grants to Tennessee-based agricultural, food, and forestry businesses or projects, focusing on value-added and processing projects that increase farm income, access to markets, business capacity, or agricultural innovation, with priority given to businesses in at-risk or distressed counties.

This grant provides funding to organizations that will deploy Starlink satellite internet units to improve connectivity for rural tribal nations in Arizona, enhancing access to essential services and benefits for veterans.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New York and Massachusetts that enhance their capacity to serve young people with intellectual and learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and substance use disorders, particularly those from historically marginalized communities.

The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) has announced the Tennessee Urban and Community Forestry (U&CF) Assistance Program. Donor Name: Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) State: Tennessee County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/27/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: This opportunity is provided by the Forest Service and Tennessee Department of Agriculture. This program seeks to promote the creation, enhancement, and protection of urban and community forest ecosystems and to support full-circle management of these valuable resources throughout Tennessee. Objectives Integrate Urban and Community Forestry principles into all scales of planning Promote the role of Urban and Community Forestry in human health and wellness Cultivate diversity, equity, and leadership within the Urban Forestry community Strengthen Urban and Community Forest health and biodiversity for long-term resilience Improve Urban and Community Forest management, maintenance and stewardship Diversify, leverage, and increase funding for Urban and Community Forestry Increase public awareness and environmental education to promote stewardship Prioritize projects focusing work on extreme heat mitigation, urban wood utilization urban food forests and workforce development Goals Facilitate the development of strong partnerships between and among other state government departments and programs; nonprofit organizations; city and county governments; civic organizations; affiliated businesses; and educational institutions. Increase awareness and practice of full circle management in urban and community forests. Increase engagement with prioritized communities under the Justice40 initiative through outreach, education, technical, and financial assistance. Increase awareness of the numerous benefits of trees including those related to extreme heat mitigation, stormwater, and public health outcomes. Increase community preparedness for natural disasters by providing education and outreach, and assistance related to the Readiness, Response and Recovery program. Increase the number of communities participating in Arbor Day Foundation recognition programs. Funding Information Applicants can apply for amounts between $5,000 – $40,000. Projects are expected to be completed within one (1) year. Eligible Projects Urban And Community Forestry Management Tree Planting Program Development Or Capacity Building Urban And Community Wood Utilization Workforce Development Eligibility Criteria Funds may be awarded to units of local governments (city, town, county), non-profit 501(c)3 organizations, or public educational institutions. Other organizations, such as community tree volunteer groups, neighborhood associations or civic groups which are not 501(c)3 organizations, are eligible but must apply in partnership with a non-profit organization or their local government. Non-profit organizations will need to upload a copy of their IRS 501(c)3 Letter of Determination. For more information, visit TDA. Related Posts:Community Tree Planting Program - Tennessee2024 Sustainable Materials Management Grants (Region 4)David, Helen and Marian Woodward Fund - Atlanta 2024Nominations open for 2025 Reed Environmental Writing AwardJudiciary Education on Substance Use and Substance…Leadership Development for Deputy Wardens and Second…2024 Homeland Security Preparedness Technical…BJA: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant ProgramGrants to address Elevated Risk of Intimate Partner…Rigorously Evaluating Primary Prevention Strategies…Rigorous Evaluation of Primary and Secondary…Research Grants to Rigorously Evaluate Innovative…Effectiveness Research to Prevent…Conducting Research Related to Preventing…ACE: Expanding the Best Available EvidenceSubmit Applications for Accessibility GrantsIndividual Artist Career Grant Program 2025BJA: Global Justice Information Sharing InitiativeDOJ/BJA: Medicaid and Corrections Training and…NIC: Enhancing CJCC Through Specialized Technical…2025–2026 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health…

This grant provides funding to Massachusetts schools and early education programs to promote food literacy and local food sourcing through initiatives like school gardens, cooking classes, and educational field trips.

The Laura Jane Musser Fund offers grants up to $25,000 for collaborative rural community projects in selected states and counties, prioritizing initiatives that involve diverse community participation, demonstrate local support, and aim for positive change within 18 months.

The City of Naperville in Illinois is inviting applications for its Community Development Block Grant Program, aimed at providing affordable housing, services to vulnerable communities, job creation, and business expansion, with funds allocated for property acquisition, infrastructure improvements, public services, energy conservation, and economic development activities.

The City of Rockville in Maryland is offering a Community Development Block Grant Program for 2026, providing $10,000 to $100,000 for housing and community development projects benefiting low- and moderate-income households, with eligible activities including home repair, land acquisition, housing development, public facility improvements, and historic preservation, open to non-profit organizations and government entities.

The Women’s Fund through Stark Community Foundation in Ohio offers grants ranging from $1000 to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations serving women and children in Stark County, focusing on economic stability, mental health support, and neighborhood-based programming.

This grant provides financial support to artists and arts organizations in South Carolina for quality arts projects, capacity building, and professional development, particularly in designated Opportunity Initiative Counties.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Arizona to enhance the quality of life in Wickenburg through projects focused on community development, education, healthcare, and the arts.

This grant provides financial support to individual artists and small groups in North Carolina for projects that enhance their artistic skills, promote their work, or create new art.