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Western NC Recovery Grants Program
Contact for amount
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This program provides free grant writing support to rural local governments and nonprofits in Western North Carolina to help them secure funding for recovery and rebuilding projects following Hurricane Helene.

Capacity Building
City or township governments
Rural Feasibility Study Grant Program
$5,000
Compeer Financial
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This program provides funding for feasibility studies that promote economic development and improve community resources in rural areas of Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.

Information and Statistics
Nonprofits
Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PennVEST)
$20,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 22, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities, authorities, and private entities in Pennsylvania for improving water quality and infrastructure related to drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater management.

Capacity Building
City or township governments
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
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
Iowa County Community Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Iowa County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 16, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Iowa County to support community-driven projects that enhance quality of life, focusing on areas such as health, safety, youth empowerment, and vibrant communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
SPARC Neighborhood Community Fund
$3,000
Adams County
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Adams County residents and community groups in creating projects and events that strengthen neighborhood connections, enhance local aesthetics, promote sustainability, and encourage community engagement.

Community Development
Individuals
Pathways Program
$300,000
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado cities, counties, and conservation organizations in developing strategic initiatives that enhance outdoor spaces and promote equity in natural resource management.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
The Peter H. Brink Leadership Fund
$2,500
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support for mentorship and travel costs to help preservation organizations enhance their leadership and operational capacity through peer-to-peer learning engagements.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Certified Local Government (CLG) Mini-Grants
$7,500
Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2025

This program provides financial support to certified local governments in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance historic preservation efforts and community education.

Community Development
City or township governments
Developmental AIDS Research Center on Mental Health and HIV/AIDS (P30 Clinical Trial Optional)
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 25, 2026

Date Added

Mar 23, 2024

This funding opportunity supports research centers focused on improving mental health and addressing health disparities related to HIV/AIDS, particularly for early-career and underrepresented researchers.

Health
State governments
OIA Technical Assistance Program (TAP) 2025- reposting July 2, 2025
$400,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Department of the Interior)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2025

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for short-term projects that enhance local governance, infrastructure, education, and public safety in U.S. territories and freely associated states.

Capacity Building
City or township governments
Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 24, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and not-for-profit entities in Pennsylvania to enhance community well-being through job creation, infrastructure improvements, and business development in the Appalachian Region.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Grant
$50,000,000
Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (NeDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to communities and organizations in Nebraska for projects that reduce flood risks and mitigate damage to properties insured under the National Flood Insurance Program.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
State governments
The Employment Social Enterprise (ESE) Technical Assistance (TA) Program
$1,500,000
California Employment Development Department (EDD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 27, 2025

This funding initiative provides technical assistance and support to organizations that help high-barrier populations, such as youth, veterans, and justice-involved individuals, improve their workforce readiness and economic mobility in California.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
HealthySteps August 2024 Expansion
$433,000
New York Office of Mental Health
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to pediatric and family medical practices in New York State to implement the HealthySteps model, which enhances early childhood development and mental health services for children ages 0–3 and their families, particularly in underserved areas.

Capacity Building
Small businesses
FY24 Mini-Grant Application
$2,500
Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore
Private

Application Deadline

May 15, 2024

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

Mini-grants are offered on a rolling monthly basis to support programmatic needs in various impact areas. These grants are aimed at local nonprofits, schools, faith-based organizations, and government programs in Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester Counties. The grants cover expenses such as technical assistance, capacity building, equipment purchases, and direct aid like pharmaceutical and food assistance. First-time applicants are limited to awards under $1,000 and may require additional vetting processes such as site visits. Grant renewed every year.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Grants to Preserve Urban Gardens and Farms
$1,500,000
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 23, 2025

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Philadelphia to secure existing urban gardens and farms from development threats, aiming to increase their long-term preservation and community impact.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Firewise Grants
$5,000
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to New Jersey communities at risk of wildfires to enhance their resilience through proactive planning, risk mitigation, and public awareness initiatives.

Safety
City or township governments
Reducing Illegal Dumping
$750,000
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 23, 2025

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This funding opportunity provides up to $750,000 for nonprofit and government organizations to implement sustainable solutions that reduce illegal dumping in underserved neighborhoods of Philadelphia.

Environment
Nonprofits