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Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)
$10,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This initiative provides funding to support large-scale economic development projects across the Appalachian region, focusing on workforce development, business growth, infrastructure improvements, and community capacity building.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Skill Advance Colorado Job Training Grant
$200,000
Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2024

This program provides funding to businesses and nonprofits in Colorado to create tailored job training for new hires and existing employees, enhancing workforce skills and competitiveness.

Employment Labor and Training
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Dairy Business Planning Grants
$5,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This funding opportunity assists Minnesota dairy farmers in modernizing their operations and developing strategic business plans by covering half the costs of hiring qualified consultants.

Agriculture
Exclusive - see details
Alternative and Clean Energy Program (ACE)
$2,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to businesses and organizations in Pennsylvania for developing and implementing alternative and clean energy projects, helping to create jobs and promote sustainable energy solutions.

Energy
City or township governments
Commercial Redevelopment Grants Program 2026
$1,000,000
Minnesota Department of Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Jul 5, 2025

This program provides funding to local and Tribal governments in northeastern Minnesota for the demolition and environmental cleanup of commercial and industrial properties, preparing them for new development and economic growth.

Community Development
City or township governments
Cannabis Equity Grants Program for Local Jurisdictions
$15,000,000
California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 9, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in California to help support equity applicants and licensees in the cannabis industry by reducing barriers to entry and promoting compliance and business development.

Housing
City or township governments
Farmers' Market Resiliency: Regional Sub-Grants 26
$200,000
New York Department of Agriculture and Markets
State

Application Deadline

Feb 4, 2026

Date Added

Dec 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible nonprofits, local governments, and educational institutions to strengthen the sustainability and infrastructure of farmers' markets across New York State.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Business Enhancement Grants
$50,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 11, 2025

Date Added

Nov 28, 2024

This grant provides financial support to Vermont-based farms and forest businesses to improve their infrastructure, expand market reach, and enhance workforce development, fostering a sustainable working landscape economy.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
State Trade and Export Promotion Program
$7,500
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 23, 2025

This program provides financial and technical support to small businesses in Minnesota looking to start or expand their export activities in foreign markets.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Community Development Block Grant Planning and Feasibility Studies Grant
$75,000
Colorado Department of Housing and Urban Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This grant provides financial assistance to Colorado communities for planning economic development projects that create or retain jobs, particularly for low- to moderate-income individuals.

Community Development
City or township governments
FAST New York Shovel-Ready Grant Program
$1,000,000
New York State Empire State Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This program provides funding and support to municipalities and designated organizations in New York State to develop and improve large industrial sites, attracting major employers in key industries like semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing.

Infrastructure
County governments
Equitable Access to Credit Program Grant
$8,000,000
Washington State Department of Commerce
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This program provides funding to community development financial institutions and nonprofit organizations to improve credit access for underserved communities and small businesses in Washington State.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Cannabis Local Jurisdiction Retail Access Grant โ€“ Phase II
$20,000,000
California Department of Cannabis Control
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This grant provides funding to local governments without a cannabis retail licensing program to help them create and implement such programs, ensuring safe access to regulated cannabis for consumers.

Housing
City or township governments
Land & Building Acquisition Grants Management Program
$2,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 5, 2026

Date Added

Dec 9, 2024

This funding opportunity provides $1 million to non-profit organizations in Cook County for acquiring land and making capital improvements to enhance community facilities near 6810 South Halsted Street, Chicago.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority Technology Development Grant
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support to not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions in Pennsylvania to foster innovation, business development, and workforce growth in key technology sectors.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Grants for Export Marketing Plans
$4,500
SelectFlorida
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2024

This funding opportunity helps Florida-based manufacturers and service providers create tailored Export Marketing Plans to identify and pursue international growth strategies.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Choose Iowa Value-Added Grant Program
$25,000
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 16, 2026

Date Added

Dec 5, 2024

This grant provides financial support to Iowa businesses and farmers for projects that increase the use of local agricultural products, create jobs, and promote long-term economic growth in the farming sector.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Transportation Economic Development Fund - Category A
Contact for amount
Michigan Department of Transportation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 4, 2025

This grant provides financial assistance to local road agencies and the Michigan Department of Transportation for infrastructure projects that boost economic development and job creation in Michigan communities.

Transportation
County governments
NC AgVentures Farm Grant Program
$10,000
North Carolina State University NC State Extension
State

Application Deadline

Dec 19, 2025

Date Added

Nov 19, 2024

This program provides financial support to individual family farmers and community organizations in North Carolina for projects that enhance agricultural operations and promote local farming initiatives.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Freight Economic Development Program (FEDP)
$2,000,000
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to businesses, municipalities, and railroads in Michigan for upgrading rail infrastructure to boost economic growth and increase rail freight usage.

Transportation
For profit organizations other than small businesses