127 Rhode Island Community Economic Development Grants

127 Community and Economic Development Grants for Rhode Island

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 Connecticut and Rhode Island Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Connecticut and Rhode Island nonprofits and agencies to improve the quality of life in communities served by the funding source. Funding is intended for the following program areas: economic development, arts and culture, environment, ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 179483
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Grants to USA Territories, Israel, and International Women Entrepreneurs for Business and Orga...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA Territories, Israel, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact famil...

GrantWatch ID#: 186824
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Grants to USA Small Businesses to Enhance Community Impact and Promote Growth and Development

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of $5,000 to USA and territories 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, and improving access...

GrantWatch ID#: 214125
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Awards and In-Kind Support to USA Organization Founders Ages 50 and Over to Recognize Positive...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Awards of $75,000 and in-kind support to USA individual nonprofit founders ages 50 and older to recognize efforts to create a positive impact. The award is intended to acknowledge organizational leaders who use their life experiences to make a difference. Applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 180642
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Organizations, and Tribal Governments for Projects to Be...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, educational organizations, tribal governments, and community development financial institutions for projects that benefit the Native American farming and ranching industries. Focus areas include agricultural education, advoca...

GrantWatch ID#: 197782
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Eligible Districts for Capital Projects Addressing He...

Deadline: 05/01/26

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-bein...

GrantWatch ID#: 223879

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and IHEs for Programming to Meet Community Needs

Deadline: 05/06/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and IHEs for programming to meet community needs. Eligible initiatives include community revitalization, youth needs, creative cultural programming, and development of the workforce. Organizations ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 228579

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Municipalities for Community Development Projects

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants of $25,000 and equipment vouchers to USA nonprofit organizations for community development projects. Past projects supported by the prize money include park improvements, community gardens, sports fields, and agricultural education programs. Eligible projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 195030

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

Deadline: 05/10/26

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 i...

GrantWatch ID#: 211717

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits for Sustainable Energy Projects

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations, businesses, academic institutions, municipalities, and state agencies for facility upgrades that promote sustainable energy usage. Funding is intended to support large-scale commercial projects. Grant funds may be us...

GrantWatch ID#: 159535

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

Deadline: 05/15/26

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 ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 174514

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

Deadline: 05/15/26

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 achie...

GrantWatch ID#: 179283

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Enhance the Lives of Residents in Eligible Co...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Vermont, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maine, New York, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible communities. Focus areas include youth, education, community enhancement, and basic needs, including ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180391

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Food and Agricultural Businesses to Participate...

Deadline: 05/15/26 Conference Date: 05/13/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a food and agricultural business competition to benefit eligible regions. Successful applicants will receive monetary support, business development support, training, and mentorship. As a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204255

Grants to Rhode Island and Massachusetts Nonprofits to Promote the Arts and Revitalize Communi...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Rhode Island and Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to promote the arts and revitalize communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for investment in the local arts scenes, with an emphasis on underserved populations. The Foundation mainly f...

GrantWatch ID#: 213341

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Benefit Communities

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that fall within the focus areas of education and student success, civic and cultural life, climate action, housing, economic...

GrantWatch ID#: 179189

Grants to USA Tribes to Plan and Implement Volunteer Programs to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to USA Tribes to plan and implement programs that employ volunteer staff to address critical community needs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for services that support veterans and t...

GrantWatch ID#: 205214

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Contest for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals to Address...

Deadline: 05/21/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and individuals to participate in a contest to address environmental and social concerns. The purpose of the challenge is to find solutions related to the UN Sustainable Develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 228080

Grants to USA Agencies, Tribes, and Utilities to Improve Natural Gas Infrastructure

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies, Tribes, and utilities that operate a natural gas distribution system to repair or replace inadequate infrastructure. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 214834

Grants to USA Nonprofits and IHEs to Develop Sustainable Uses for Wood Products

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and IHEs to develop sustainable uses for specific wood products. Funding is intended to find new uses for wood industry byproducts that are no longer being efficiently utilized. Projects should also focus on market development...

GrantWatch ID#: 228227

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Tribes for Training and Employment Services for Tribal Individuals

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and tribes for training and employment services for tribal individuals. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for economic development through improved skill...

GrantWatch ID#: 228681

Grants to USA Small Businesses to Promote Diversity and Business Development

Deadline: 05/26/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA small businesses to advance diversity and promote business development. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to submitting a complete proposal. Awardees will receive funding in addition to fully subsidized access to acce...

GrantWatch ID#: 208364

Grants to Rhode Island Agencies and Organizations to Improve Public Spaces

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Rhode Island municipal agencies and economic development organizations for the improvement of commercial districts. Funding is intended to support projects that enhance the streetscape in business areas. Grants are available in two categories: physical i...

GrantWatch ID#: 166814

Grants to USA Individuals in Northeastern States for Projects to Improve Aquaculture Production

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to USA individuals associated with research institutions, organizations, federal agencies, corporations, IHEs, and agricultural experiment stations in Northeastern states for regional projects to increase aquaculture processing, profitability, and productio...

GrantWatch ID#: 186328

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

Deadline: 05/31/26

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 qualit...

GrantWatch ID#: 163910

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Provide Community Services

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations to provide community services. Eligible organizations are those that address the areas of community and public affairs, arts and culture, health, education, and basic needs and community development. The mission of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 130857

Grants and In-Kind Resources to USA Black-Owned Businesses to Foster Business Development

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of $50,000 and in-kind resources to USA Black-owned businesses to foster business development. Priority will be given to new businesses that have been in operation for less than five years. In addition to the monetary award, successful businesses will recei...

GrantWatch ID#: 203714

Grants to USA Cities to Implement Programs with a Strong Resident Engagement Aspect

Deadline: 06/01/26 Conference Date: 05/15/26

Grants to USA cities to implement programs with a strong resident engagement aspect. Funding is intended to manage neighborhood projects and improvements that address local needs and that are initiated by local residents. Grantees will also receive training and pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 228444

Grants to USA Minority Businesses and Entrepreneurs for Business Growth and Expansion

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA minority-owned early-stage businesses and minority entrepreneurs for business growth and expansion. Funding is intended for seed funding to pursue growth opportunities, cover essential expenses, and gain stability during challenging t...

GrantWatch ID#: 228639
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Grants to USA Youth Nonprofits, School Programs, and Faith-Based Organizations to Commemorate ...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA community-based youth organizations, youth-serving nonprofit organizations, before and after school programs, and faith-based organizations for youth-led projects to commemorate September 11. Eligible activities include service activ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228810

Grants to Rhode Island and Connecticut Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Quality of Life ...

Deadline: 06/03/26

Grants to Rhode Island and Connecticut nonprofit organizations and government agencies to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life and well-being of residents of communities served by the funding source. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 180766

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Businesses to Improve Access to Local Food Products

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and agricultural businesses and associations for projects to improve access to local food products and benefit producers. Applicants are advised that required registrations may tak...

GrantWatch ID#: 171588

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Develop and Promote Local Agriculture

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit corporations, agricultural businesses and cooperatives, local government agencies, Tribal governments, and food councils to develop local agricultural industries and food systems. Applicants are advised that required registr...

GrantWatch ID#: 180493

Opportunity for USA and Canada Health-Related Startup Companies to Participate in a Business D...

Deadline: 06/05/26

Opportunity for USA and Canada health-related startup companies to participate in a business development program in Alabama. The opportunity is intended to connect innovative health tech startups with the capital, mentoring, and connections they need to build and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 198973

Competition for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and For-Profits to Reduce Poverty

Deadline: 06/07/26

Competition for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs representing any business model, including both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, for ventures that enhance the distribution of poverty interventions in developing countries. Prize winners will be ...

GrantWatch ID#: 160904

Grants to USA State Governments to Expand Markets for Specialty Crops

Deadline: 06/08/26

Grants to USA state and territory governments to expand market opportunities for agricultural products such as dried fruit, fruits and vegetables, nursery crops, horticulture, and tree nuts. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks...

GrantWatch ID#: 181650

Grants to USA Local, State, and Tribal Governments for Projects to Increase Transportation Saf...

Deadline: 06/08/26

Grants to USA and territories local, state, and Tribal governments for projects to increase transportation safety. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended for planning and infrastructure projects f...

GrantWatch ID#: 204452
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Grants to USA Land-Grant Colleges and Universities for Courses Tailored to Tribal Communities

Deadline: 06/08/26

Grants to USA Land-grant colleges and universities for courses tailored to Tribal communities. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. The purpose of funding is to ensure Tribe members have access to education ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228767

Grants to USA Nonprofits, School Districts, and IHEs for Community Garden Projects

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants of $20,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, universities, school districts, and faith-based groups to create community gardens in vacant lots. Funding is intended for a wide range of expenses, supplies, and equipment related to program implem...

GrantWatch ID#: 208647
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Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities to Improve Rail Transportation Systems

Deadline: 06/22/26 Conference Date: 05/04/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA states, public agencies, for-profits, tribes, IHEs, and nonprofit organizations for projects that improve passenger and freight rail transportation systems. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take severa...

GrantWatch ID#: 198480

Grants to USA and Canada Home Service Companies to Promote Business Development

Deadline: 06/24/26 LOI Date: 06/11/26

Grants to USA and Canada companies in the home service sector for business development assistance. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to applying. Funding is intended to allow home service providers to achieve their professional goals and to la...

GrantWatch ID#: 208880

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

Deadline: 06/27/26

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 pover...

GrantWatch ID#: 203911

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Eligible States and Markets for Programs to Benefit the Local Comm...

Deadline: 06/29/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in eligible states and markets for programs to benefit the local community. Funding is intended to support vulnerable populations by addressing stable housing and empowering their communities. Eligible areas can be found in th...

GrantWatch ID#: 219645

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

Deadline: 06/30/26

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....

GrantWatch ID#: 197389

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

Deadline: 06/30/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214812

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Humanitarian and Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 07/01/26

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 org...

GrantWatch ID#: 173142

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects to Improve the Quality of Life for Local Residents

Deadline: 07/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects to improve the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended to assist organizations in supporting productive and prosperous communities. In previous years, grants have been awarded to elementary and hi...

GrantWatch ID#: 181473

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

Deadline: 07/01/26

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,...

GrantWatch ID#: 203431

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Support Healthy Farms and Communities

Deadline: 07/10/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support healthy farms and communities. Funding is intended for programs, projects, and coalitions that address access to nutritious food while investing in farmers. While preference will be given to request...

GrantWatch ID#: 207576