97 Washington, DC Community Economic Development Grants

97 Community and Economic Development Grants for Washington, DC

Discover grants that support community and economic development initiatives. Funding is available for neighborhood revitalization, infrastructure improvements, capacity-building, beautification efforts, and development projects and programs that stimulate local economies and enhance overall well-being.

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Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits for Economic Development Projects and Cultural Activities ...

Deadline: 09/18/25

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations for economic development projects and cultural activities in eligible locations. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary application prior to the full grant application. Funding is intended to provide assistance ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174278

Contracts for Services to Washington, DC Nonprofits, Private Enterprises, and IHEs to Install ...

Deadline: 09/22/25

Contracts for services to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, private enterprises, educational institutions, and universities to install electric vehicle chargers in the vicinity of government properties within the District. The selected contractor will implement a...

GrantWatch ID#: 223455

Contract for Services to a Washington, DC Nonprofit, IHE, or Private Enterprise to Implement a...

Deadline: 09/22/25

Contract for services to a Washington, DC nonprofit organization, IHE, private enterprise, or faith-based organization to implement a project to train building workers and professionals in the retuning of small buildings. The selected contractor will create a workforce...

GrantWatch ID#: 223460

Grants to USA Nonprofits Focusing on Japan-US Relations to Enhance Organizational Capacity

Deadline: 09/26/25

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations focusing on Japan-US relations to enhance organizational capacity. Funds are intended to support nonprofits that foster greater grassroots-level understanding between Japan and the US. Project categories include bu...

GrantWatch ID#: 210726

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits and Schools for Programs that Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 09/29/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, community groups, and schools for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of education, youth, arts and culture, social services, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 210587

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits, Agencies, Businesses, and IHEs to Develop Charging Infras...

Deadline: 09/29/25

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, government agencies, private enterprises, and educational institutions to develop charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. The purpose of the program is to reduce emissions, improve air quality, and promote clean ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223370

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Community Leaders for Capital Projects to Revitalize Public Commu...

Deadline: 09/30/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA community leaders, elected officials, and tribal leaders for capital projects to revitalize public community spaces in rural areas. The purpose of the program is to create and restore communal spaces that foster personal connections. Proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 197389

Loans to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, Cooperatives, and Agencies to Assist with Economic Developmen...

Deadline: 09/30/25

Loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, Tribes, cooperatives, and public agencies to assist with economic development in rural areas. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to increase economic activ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214812

Grants to USA Agencies, Transportation Authorities, Urban Planning Groups, and Groups of Entit...

Deadline: 10/01/25

Grants to USA and territories local, Tribal, and state government agencies, transportation authorities, urban planning organizations, Federal Land Management Agencies, and groups of entities to improve and protect bridges throughout the country. Applicants are advised ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212437

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Eligible Districts for Capital Projects Addressing He...

Deadline: 10/01/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International eligible districts for capital projects that address health, human services, and other critical needs in local communities. Funding is intended to support infrastructure and equipment for projects that improve the well-being and...

GrantWatch ID#: 223879

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits and Businesses to Hire Previously Incarcerated Individuals

Deadline: 10/03/25

Grants of up to $75,000 to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations and businesses to hire new employees. The purpose of the program is to help employ individuals who have been recently released from incarceration. Funding is intended to cover the costs associated with h...

GrantWatch ID#: 208036

In-Kind Support to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Build Coalitions that will Improve Banking A...

Deadline: 10/03/25

In-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to build coalitions that will improve banking access. Applicants will have the opportunity to participate in a learning cohort and will receive technical assistance to build a successful coalition. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217066

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Countries

Deadline: 10/04/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible international communities. New applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to applying. Funding is intended to support activities that improve standards of living, address poverty, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 203911

Grants to USA For-Profits, Nonprofits, Tribes, Corporations, and Agencies to Support the Proce...

Deadline: 10/06/25

Grants to USA and territories for-profit and nonprofit organizations, Tribes, agencies, and corporations to support the processing of invasive species. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended to help pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 201901

Grants to Washington, DC Community-Based Organizations and Public Charter Schools to Enhance t...

Deadline: 10/08/25

Grants to Washington, DC community-based organizations and public charter schools to enhance their ability to manage community wellness programs. Funding is intended to help schools in the area develop and implement programs to integrate health and wellness into school...

GrantWatch ID#: 217479

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Research Organizations, Academic Institutions, and No...

Deadline: 10/15/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research organizations, firms, academic institutions, and other nonprofit organizations for research projects related to architecture. Funding is intended for projects that focus on housing innovation, regenerative design, and d...

GrantWatch ID#: 205308

Grants to USA Black-Owned Businesses to Foster Business Growth and Development

Deadline: 10/16/25

Grants and in-kind support to USA Black-owned small businesses to foster business growth and development. In addition to the cash grant, the selected top-ranking business will receive pro-bono consulting and mentoring services from leaders in the industry. The goal of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 206822

Grants to USA Nonprofit Grassroots Groups to Organize Social Justice Programs

Deadline: 10/20/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit grassroots organizations to organize social justice programs. Funding may be used for specific projects as well as for general operating expenses. The funder seeks projects and groups devoted to working for systemic change, usin...

GrantWatch ID#: 219173

Grants to USA Early-Career Scholars for Research in the Social Sciences

Deadline: 10/22/25 Conference Date: 09/30/25

Grants of up to $50,000 and grants of up to $65,000 to USA early-career researchers to conduct research focusing on the social sciences. Applicants must register in the grant portal prior to applying. The purpose of the program is to support research that identifies ba...

GrantWatch ID#: 187123

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Advance Diversity in the Fields of Entrepreneurship and Investments

Deadline: 10/24/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to advance diversity in the fields of entrepreneurship and investments. The goal of the grant program is to facilitate progress in diversifying entrepreneurship and empowering a more diverse group of investors through knowledge and...

GrantWatch ID#: 201347

Grants to USA Public Housing Authorities to Expand Employment Opportunities for Residents

Deadline: 10/27/25

Grants to USA public housing authorities to operate job programs in qualifying public housing developments. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to address poverty affecting public housing residents ...

GrantWatch ID#: 161900

Grant to a Washington, DC Nonprofit, School, or Neighborhood Group for Artistic Contributions ...

Deadline: 10/27/25

Grant to a Washington, DC nonprofit organization, school, or neighborhood group in eligible regions for artistic contributions to community life. Funding is intended to promote programs within the following disciplines: design, architectural arts, performing, and novel...

GrantWatch ID#: 183823

Grants to USA Nonprofits for a Wide Range of Charitable Activities

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for a wide range of charitable activities with worldwide benefit. Funding is intended to empower organizations. Focus areas include education, environment, child welfare, arts, healthcare, and community. However, all types of propo...

GrantWatch ID#: 176816

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Qualifying Municipalities in Multiple ...

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, qualifying municipalities, and educational institutions in multiple states for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of safety, community building, and environme...

GrantWatch ID#: 180329

Grants to USA Small Businesses to Enhance Community Impact and Promote Growth and Development

Deadline: 10/31/25

Grants of $5,000 to USA small businesses to enhance their impact in communities and promote growth and development. Eligible applicants have impacted communities in a variety of ways, including but not limited to creating jobs, introducing innovative products, and impr...

GrantWatch ID#: 214125

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual or Team for Sustainable and Affordable Che...

Deadline: 11/01/25

Award of $15,000 to a USA, Canada, or International individual or team to recognize environmentally friendly chemistry innovation. Consideration will be given to discoveries that lead the way for sustainable manufacturing processes or products at a cost less than or co...

GrantWatch ID#: 155107

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for the Beautification of Public Spaces in Eligible Comm...

Deadline: 11/01/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and local governments for beautification and public greening projects in eligible communities. Funded projects will enhance the natural environment through landscaping, ground cover improvement, floral displays, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 167091

Grants to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia Nonprofits for Operations and Community Benef...

Deadline: 11/01/25 Conference Date: 10/07/25

Grants to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents and communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and general operating support within the focus areas of community services, health, education, arts...

GrantWatch ID#: 177905

Grants to USA Small Businesses for Research Related to the Commercialization of Technologies

Deadline: 11/05/25

Grants to USA and territories businesses for collaborative research to establish the feasibility of commercializing technologies. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. Applicants must work coll...

GrantWatch ID#: 184702
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Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits to Promote Opportunities for Black Youth and Young Adults

Deadline: 11/14/25

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations to promote economic opportunities for Black youth and young adults. Funding is intended for capacity-building efforts and program support. Applicants should provide mentorship and professional coaching, skills training, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 198004

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Promote and Advance American Indian Culture and Self-Sufficiency

Deadline: 11/15/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding is intended to support activities that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, the facilitation of American Indian educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 174514

Grants to USA Organizations for Projects in the Areas of Community, Environment, and Populat...

Deadline: 11/30/25

Grants to USA organizations for projects in the areas of community and population growth. New applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry. Environmental projects are also supported in eligible regions of Pennsylvania. Eligible projects will improve the local quality of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 163910

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Community Development Programs

Deadline: 11/30/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs and initiatives to develop local communities. Areas of focus include strengthening small businesses, building career pathways, economic mobility, education, and disaster relief. Eligible applicants a...

GrantWatch ID#: 193389

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States and Regions for Innovative Programs that Address t...

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states and regions for activities that address the needs of local communities and build nonprofit capacity. Funding is intended to support innovative programs and projects focusing on workforce development, financial em...

GrantWatch ID#: 207641

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Individuals and Communities

Deadline: 12/01/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit individuals and communities. Funding is intended to support activities in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to medical research, arts and culture, youth, environment, and recreation. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222181

Competition for USA, Canada, and International Children and Youth to Present Solutions to Glob...

Deadline: 12/12/25

Competition for USA, Canada, and International children, youth, or teams, ages 5-24, to present solutions to global challenges, as identified by the United Nations. Applicants must submit the first round of applications before moving up to the second round. Groups must...

GrantWatch ID#: 165282

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects and Programs to Improve the Status of Women

Deadline: 12/15/25 Conference Date: 11/05/25

Grants of up to $7,500 and in-kind support to USA small, grassroots, women-led social justice nonprofits for programs and projects centered on issues women face or gender justice issues in the U.S. Applicants must submit an initial funding inquiry prior to submitting a...

GrantWatch ID#: 202306

In-Kind Grants of Volunteer Services to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Public Schools and IHEs in M...

Deadline: 01/09/26 LOI Date: 11/07/25

In-kind grants of volunteer services to USA nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government entities, tribal governments, public schools, and universities in multiple states to benefit local communities. Applicants must submit a project concept form prior to applyi...

GrantWatch ID#: 200391

Prize to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for Contributions to the Field of Economics

Deadline: 01/14/26

Prize to a USA, Canada, or International individual who has demonstrated outstanding contributions to the field of economics. The program recognizes an individual for significant achievements in the field through the development of new modes of analysis or new knowledg...

GrantWatch ID#: 163156

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Basic Human Needs, Community Development, and ...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to meet basic human needs, promote community vitality, and encourage volunteerism in communities in which the funding source does business. Funding is intended to enhance communities and to help people achieve fi...

GrantWatch ID#: 179283

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Programs that Address Worldwide Injust...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for initiatives that address injustices worldwide. Eligible organizations provide programs in a broad range of areas, including the arts, hunger and homelessness, LGBTQIA2S+ support, the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203431

Grants to British Columbia Resident Groups in Eligible Locations for Community Improvement Pro...

Deadline: 01/26/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to British Columbia resident groups in eligible locations for community improvement projects. An eligibility screening is required prior to applying. Funding is intended to enhance local neighborhoods and foster neighborhood pride. Focus areas in...

GrantWatch ID#: 179846

Tax Credits to USA Businesses to Encourage Relocation to California

Deadline: 01/26/26

Tax credits to USA businesses to encourage business expansion and relocation to California. The purpose of this program is to support employment and economic development in the State of California. This program is open to businesses of any size that want to stay and gr...

GrantWatch ID#: 180343

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Design Students and Recent Graduates for Innovative D...

Deadline: 01/28/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International design students and recent graduates for innovative design concepts that address urgent problems. Submissions can be a service concept, a product, an app, or other ideas that meet one of the sustainable development goals of the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216702

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Humanitarian and Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 02/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for a wide variety of innovative programs and projects that enhance lives and promote peace. Funding is intended to support a range of humanitarian projects. Projects may take place anywhere in the world, but the applicant organiza...

GrantWatch ID#: 173142

Grants to USA Nonprofits Working in Food Systems, Health Equity, and Environmental Stewardship...

Deadline: 03/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for operational and project support. Funding is intended to support grassroots organizations that effect positive change in the focus areas of climate justice, healthy food access, pollution reduction, food production workers' heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 181507

Opportunity for USA Qualifying Early-Stage Companies to Join a Business Development Program

Deadline: 03/01/26

Opportunity for USA early-stage companies of eligible types to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to provide participants with coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to pitch to invest...

GrantWatch ID#: 211717

Grants to USA IHEs, Nonprofits, Businesses, and Tribes for Research Projects to Improve Infras...

Deadline: 03/06/26

Grants to USA IHEs, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and tribes for research projects to improve infrastructure throughout the country. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended to support projects wi...

GrantWatch ID#: 212589

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Economic Literacy Projects

Deadline: 03/10/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects addressing financial education. Funding is intended to support projects and programs that enhance the teaching of economics and personal finance in a variety of venues that include, but are not limited to, schools, col...

GrantWatch ID#: 173515

Grants to USA Tribes, Agencies, and Nonprofits to Strengthen Native Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA tribes, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations including schools and IHEs for projects that benefit Native nations and people. Grant funds are intended to support land-related projects. Eligible proposals support the recovery and retention of In...

GrantWatch ID#: 154595