Community Development Grants

Rural Utilities Service · $100K–$5M

Eligibility is broad: federally recognized tribal governments and other tribal organizations, 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) nonprofits, state/county/city/township and special-district governments, for-profit organizations, and small businesses may apply. This USDA Rural Utilities Service Community Connect program funds broadband deployment (at least 100/20 Mbps) to all premises in rural, economically challenged communities lacking service, with awards of roughly $100,000 to $5 million. The award is large; note these programs commonly carry matching requirements, so confirm cost-share terms in the Application Guide.

Rural Utilities Service · $50K–$750K

This USDA Distance Learning and Telemedicine grant has broad eligibility: state, county, city/township, and special-district governments; federally recognized tribes; public and private higher education institutions; 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) nonprofits; small businesses; and for-profit organizations may apply. It funds telecommunications equipment and technology to expand distance learning and telemedicine in rural areas, with awards of roughly $50,000 to $750,000. Note that DLT grants generally require applicant matching funds, so confirm cost-share requirements in the FY2026 Application Guide.

VA National Cemetery Administration · $0–$60M

This VA program funds states, U.S. territories, federally recognized tribal governments (on trust land), and qualifying counties to establish, expand, improve, operate, or maintain veterans cemeteries. Eligibility is limited to those government entities meeting 38 USC 2408. Maximum award is very large, up to about $60 million. Note the VA states it may decline applicants it deems not to advance its priorities and will not fund certain disfavored activities. Nonprofits, businesses, and individuals are not eligible.

Rural Utilities Service · $0

This USDA Rural Utilities Service program provides grants to qualified private nonprofit entities to capitalize revolving funds that finance pre-development and small capital costs for water and wastewater projects. Eligibility is limited to qualified private nonprofit entities; full eligibility details are on the program website. Award amounts are not specified in this listing.

Department of Housing and Urban Development · $750K–$3.5M

Eligibility is limited to a single national 501(c)(3) nonprofit (other than higher-education institutions) with documented rural capacity-building experience across at least eight HUD federal regions within the last ten years. Individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are not eligible. The program funds capacity building for rural housing and community-development organizations, with awards from about $750,000 to $3.5 million. The multi-region experience requirement makes this restrictive.

Department of Housing and Urban Development · $1M–$42M

Eligibility is limited to three named 501(c)(3) organizations (Enterprise Community Partners, LISC, and Habitat for Humanity International); their affiliates, local offices, individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships cannot compete. The program builds the capacity of community development and affordable-housing organizations, with awards ranging widely from about $1 million to $42 million. Other organizations may only seek pass-through funding from these three grantees.

Department of Housing and Urban Development · $1.1M–$12M

HUD's Self-Help Homeownership Opportunity Program (SHOP) funds national and regional nonprofit organizations and consortia to purchase home sites and develop infrastructure for sweat-equity, volunteer-based affordable homeownership programs. Eligibility is restricted to qualifying national/regional nonprofits and consortia that operate across at least two states; individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are not eligible, and applicants must leverage other public and private funds. Awards are large, ranging from about $1.145 million to $12 million. The deadline is July 15, 2026, within about a month.

U.S. Mission to Kuwait · $5K–$25K

Eligibility is limited to Kuwait-based applicants: registered not-for-profit organizations, not-for-profit educational institutions, and individuals based in Kuwait; for-profit entities are not eligible, and only Kuwait-registered organizations or Kuwait-based individuals will be considered. The U.S. Embassy Kuwait small grants program funds public diplomacy projects across themes such as education, culture, and civil society, with awards from about $5,000 up to $25,000. This requires Kuwait registration/residency and does not fit U.S.-based applicants. The deadline is within about three weeks.

Bureau of Indian Affairs · $300K–$400K

This Bureau of Indian Affairs program funds established business incubators that serve Native entrepreneurs and businesses providing products or services to Tribal reservation communities. Eligibility is limited to defined entities such as Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations, Tribal colleges or universities, certain institutions of higher education, and Tribes or private nonprofits providing business and financial technical assistance, all generally operational for at least one year. Awards range from about $300,000 to $400,000. The applicant must operate an established incubator, so new organizations are unlikely to qualify.

Department of Housing and Urban Development · $5M–$10M

HUD's FY26 PRO Housing program funds state and local governments, metropolitan planning organizations, and multijurisdictional entities to remove regulatory barriers to housing production and preservation. Individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are not eligible. Awards range from roughly $5 million to $10 million and are administered under the Community Development Block Grant framework, prioritizing low- and moderate-income households. Eligibility is limited to governmental and multijurisdictional applicants.

Department of Housing and Urban Development · $500K–$15M

This HUD competition funds communities to build or improve their response systems for youth homelessness and to implement housing and supportive services projects, with awards ranging from $500,000 to $15 million. Faith-based organizations may apply on the same basis as others. Individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are explicitly ineligible. Awards target selected communities (a priority for those with substantial rural populations), so eligibility in practice runs through community Continuums of Care and partner organizations rather than any single applicant; review the NOFO to confirm your role.

Department of Housing and Urban Development · $2.5K–$25M

This HUD Continuum of Care and Youth Homelessness Demonstration program funds efforts to rehouse people experiencing homelessness and prevent youth homelessness. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, state and local governments and their instrumentalities, Indian Tribes and tribally designated housing entities, and public housing agencies; individuals, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are not eligible. Awards range widely, from about $2,500 up to $25,000,000, with a deadline of August 26, 2026.

DOC NOAA - ERA Production · $0

NOAA's Broad Agency Announcement seeks applications for special projects tied to NOAA's strategic and mission goals across its line offices. Eligibility is broad: higher-education institutions, nonprofits, commercial organizations, international or foreign organizations and governments, individuals, and state, local, and tribal governments may apply, though eligibility also depends on the statutory authority for the specific activity. Federal organizations cannot be funded through this announcement. No specific award amount is stated, and applicants should review the relevant line-office BAA and contact program officials.

Department of Housing and Urban Development · $112.5K–$250K

A HUD program providing one-time, cost-reimbursable grants for service coordination and limited direct services to residents of HUD-assisted housing facing emergencies such as natural disasters or public-health crises. Eligible applicants include public/Indian housing authorities, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status, including resident associations), multifamily owners, Tribal governments and entities, and faith-based organizations, so eligibility is relatively broad among housing-connected organizations. Awards run roughly $112,500 to $250,000. Note that funds are reimbursed after costs are incurred and serve HUD-assisted housing residents specifically.

U.S. Mission to Tunisia · $500–$25K

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY TO LIBYA, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy to Libya PAS Annual Program Statement Funding Opportunity Number: PAS Tripoli FY2024 CFDA Number: 19.040 Public Diplomacy Programs Maximum for Each Award: $25,000 USD PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Tripoli Public Affairs Section (PAS) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please carefully follow all instructions below. The objectives of the Public Diplomacy Grant Program are to build capacity and community, promote social good, and enhance mutual understanding between the people of Libya and the United States. The U.S. Embassy to Libya is seeking projects that: Capitalize on arts initiatives to increase unity, social cohesion, and reconciliation that deepen Libyan national identity and are consistent with U.S. values. Promote leadership, positive community engagement, volunteerism, entrepreneurship, and soft skills development among youth, women, and underserved communities. Increase Libyan youth capabilities to help them explore and develop technological solutions for social problems through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) programs. Projects that address environmental challenges to mitigate the effects of climate change are highly encouraged. Note: Alumni of U.S. Government funded exchange programs are encouraged to apply. Initiatives that support diversity and inclusion of minority groups and link with U.S. universities or organizations are also welcome. Additional information on this link: https://ly.usembassy.gov/notice-of-funding-opportunity-nofo/