153 Tennessee Community Economic Development Grants

153 Community and Economic Development Grants for Tennessee

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 Tennessee Agencies and Nonprofits to Address Housing Needs

Deadline: 06/11/26

Grants to Tennessee counties, cities, and nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for projects and activities that address the housing needs of low-income residents. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding will be provided t...

GrantWatch ID#: 167520
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Grants to USA Agencies, IHEs, Nonprofits, Corporations, and Individuals to Improve the Alfalfa...

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to USA federal agencies, IHEs, research institutions, organizations, national laboratories, private corporations and foundations, groups, and individuals for projects that improve the alfalfa industry. Applicants must complete required registrations and con...

GrantWatch ID#: 202964
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Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Business Development in Coal Mining Communities

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations and local and tribal government agencies in multiple states for business and entrepreneurship initiatives that benefit communities impacted by coal mine and plant closures. Funding will support projects to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225873
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Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for Workforce Development in Coal Mining Communities

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations and local and tribal government agencies in multiple states for workforce development initiatives that benefit communities impacted by coal mine and plant closures. Funding is intended for job training init...

GrantWatch ID#: 229192
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Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, and IHEs for Business Development in Non-Urban Areas

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies, nonprofit organizations, IHEs, tribes, and rural cooperatives to promote economic development in non-urban areas. Funding is intended for programs that provide technical assistance, training, and other activities ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167073
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Grants to USA Entities for Research to Benefit the Aquaculture Industry

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to USA federal agencies, research institutions, IHEs, private corporations and organizations, state agricultural experiment stations, and individuals for research to expand the aquaculture industry. Applicants must contact the funding source and complete re...

GrantWatch ID#: 202963
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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 to USA Agencies and Urban Planning Groups to Improve and Protect Bridges

Deadline: 06/15/26

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 adv...

GrantWatch ID#: 212437
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Grants to USA Cities to Implement Programs with a Strong Resident Engagement Aspect

Deadline: 06/15/26

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
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Grants to USA Nonprofits and For-Profits to Train and Assist Small Manufacturing Firms

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofits, for-profits, businesses, educational institutions, and professional associations for training and technical assistance that advance the development of small manufacturing firms. Required registrations must be completed pri...

GrantWatch ID#: 229431

Grants to USA Entities to Educate New Farmers and Ranchers

Deadline: 06/16/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and government agencies for collaborative programs to provide assistance to new ranchers and farmers. Applicants must contact the funding source and complete required registrations before ...

GrantWatch ID#: 151418

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Rural Historic Preservation Projects

Deadline: 06/23/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, special districts, and Tribes to support the rehabilitation of historic properties in rural communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is i...

GrantWatch ID#: 185115

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 and Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities to Improve Rail Transportation Systems

Deadline: 06/25/26

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

Opportunity for USA Women Entrepreneurs to Pitch Innovative Projects

Deadline: 06/25/26

Opportunity for USA women entrepreneurs to pitch innovative projects and products that impact communities. The purpose of the competition is to encourage and support entrepreneurs who are addressing real-world problems, pushing boundaries, and redefining innovatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 221045

Grants to Tennessee Arts Nonprofits for General Operations

Deadline: 06/26/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit arts organizations in eligible locations for general operational support. Eligible organizations are those whose main mission is to support the exhibition, performance, or instruction of art. Funding is intended for organizations that...

GrantWatch ID#: 151699

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits and Groups to Enhance Recreational Facilities and Parks

Deadline: 06/26/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, schools, community groups, homeowner associations, and other organizations to enhance local recreational facilities and parks in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects that are open to the general p...

GrantWatch ID#: 161853

Grants to Tennessee Artists, Collectives, and Nonprofits for Community Arts Projects

Deadline: 06/26/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Tennessee artists, artist collectives, and community-based nonprofit organizations for arts projects and activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended to assist artists and organizations in building, strengthening, and cultivating ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183958

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Tribal Entities, and Agencies to Address Climate Change

Deadline: 06/26/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and government agencies to address the impact of climate change in eligible locations. Funding is intended to strengthen the community's capacity to reduce and respond to the impacts of clima...

GrantWatch ID#: 229778

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, For-Profits, and Agencies to Expand the Use of Telecommunications

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, school districts, tribal governments, and IHEs to provide and improve telemedicine services and distance learning in rural communities. Applicants are advised that required ...

GrantWatch ID#: 157088

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

Grants to USA Entities to Improve Public Transportation in Rural Areas

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to USA and territories state and local agencies, nonprofit organizations, IHEs, and Tribes to improve public transportation in rural areas. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended to provide...

GrantWatch ID#: 200982

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits to Benefit Women and Girls

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions to benefit women and girls in eligible regions. Funding may be used for program expenses, staffing, program enhancements, travel, and materials. Eligibl...

GrantWatch ID#: 213604

Grants to USA Municipalities, Schools, Recreation Centers, Nonprofits, and Private Residents f...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to USA municipalities, schools, daycare centers, recreation centers, non-profit and faith-based organizations, and private residents to enhance outdoor play areas. Funding is intended for playground structure upgrades or new playground structures throughout...

GrantWatch ID#: 214003

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 Projects That Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to help charities support underserved communities by furthering their goals and objectives. The primary focus of the Foundation’s grant awards...

GrantWatch ID#: 224219

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

Opportunity for USA Business Startups to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 07/03/26

Opportunity for USA startup businesses in eligible locations to participate in a business development program to develop innovative clean technologies. The program is intended for technologies that address zero-emissions transportation, clean energy, and circular ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203494

Grants to USA Native-Led Nonprofits for General Operating Support

Deadline: 07/03/26

Grants to USA and territories Native-led nonprofit organizations for general operating support. Funding is intended to support organizations working to affect social change that will improve Native communities in a range of focus areas, including leadership develo...

GrantWatch ID#: 203702

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Manage a Loan Program to Improve Rural Community Infrastructure

Deadline: 07/03/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations to manage loan programs to improve infrastructure in rural communities. Applicants must contact the funding source and ensure that required registrations are completed prior to applying. This program helps qual...

GrantWatch ID#: 209106
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Grants to USA Nonprofits to Facilitate Workplace Readiness for Women

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants to USA and territories community-based nonprofit organizations to facilitate workplace readiness for women. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible programs are those that prepare women to work in fiel...

GrantWatch ID#: 128392

Grants to USA Nonprofits and IHEs to Assist Low-Income and ESL Taxpayers

Deadline: 07/06/26 Conference Date: 06/16/26

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations and IHEs to assist low-income and English as a second language (ESL) taxpayers. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended to ensure the fairness ...

GrantWatch ID#: 128585
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Grants to USA National Nonprofits to Benefit Low-Income Rural Residents

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants to USA national nonprofit organizations to increase organizational capacity to serve low-income rural residents. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of funding is to strengthen the capacity of o...

GrantWatch ID#: 174550

Grants to USA Local and State Agencies for Capital Improvements to Railway Systems

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants to USA qualifying local governmental authorities and states for capital projects to improve railway transportation. Applicants are advised that registrations required prior to applying may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of funding is to moderni...

GrantWatch ID#: 211454

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Communi...

Deadline: 07/10/26

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Tennessee and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that improve the quality of life in communities within the funding source's service area. Areas of focus inclu...

GrantWatch ID#: 141579

Opportunity for USA Entrepreneurs to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 07/10/26

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs in eligible locations to participate in a business development program. In addition to start-up funding, participants will receive a deeper understanding of their customers, growth marketing strategies, and networking opportuniti...

GrantWatch ID#: 201090

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

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits for Programs that Assist Low-Income Families

Deadline: 07/13/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that assist low-income families. Funding is intended to help disadvantaged households achieve increased self-sufficiency. The goal of the grant program is to build strong families by connecting ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209283

Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities for Housing Development AI and Robotics Demonstration P...

Deadline: 07/13/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations, for-profits, and institutions of higher education for demonstration projects to assess how the deployment of AI technologies and robotics can impact housing development. Applicants are advised that the require...

GrantWatch ID#: 229790

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Social Welfare Pro...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $50,000 and in-kind support of software and related services to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations that work to address social problems in local disadvantaged communities. By providing funding and technology solutions, these org...

GrantWatch ID#: 204419

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, Agencies, and Individuals to Strengthen U...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants and cooperative agreements of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, government entities, educational institutions, and individuals for programs to strengthen U.S. ties in eligible regions of the Pacific. Applicants are adv...

GrantWatch ID#: 228877

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Business Organizations for Economic De...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit, educational, and faith-based organizations, chambers of commerce, educational institutions, and business organizations to work collaboratively to promote local economic development. The purpose of funding is to support educational programm...

GrantWatch ID#: 229365

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

Deadline: 07/17/26

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 envi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180329

Grants to USA IHEs and Nonprofits for Cybersecurity Education and Workforce Development Progra...

Deadline: 07/21/26

Grants to USA IHEs and nonprofit organizations for cybersecurity education and workforce development programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to strengthen the nation's cybersecurity workf...

GrantWatch ID#: 227216

Grants to USA Small Businesses for Competitive Technological Research

Deadline: 07/27/26

Grants to USA small businesses for collaborative research on emerging technologies that can strengthen the nation's competitiveness. Applicants must submit a project pitch prior to submitting an application. Some applicants must work collaboratively with an eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 229620

Grants to USA Small Businesses to Develop Scientific Instrumentation

Deadline: 07/27/26

Grants to USA small businesses to develop scientific instrumentation. Applicants must submit a project pitch prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to develop next-gen equipment and technologies with the ability to strengthen and advance scientifi...

GrantWatch ID#: 229621

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions for Programs to Benefit...

Deadline: 07/28/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for programs and projects to benefit residents in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to enhance the quality of life and enhance the econom...

GrantWatch ID#: 151361