Community development funding opportunities, with information provided via the Rural Assistance Center Copyright 2012 Rural Assistance Center http://www.raconline.org/funding/topic_details.php?topic=Community%20development Funding for safety, security and well-being of children and families, education and health programs, community service opportunities, and hunger and disaster relief. Geographic coverage: Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, and Virginia. -- BJ's Charitable Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1874 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:23:19 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1874 Grants to establish new community gardens in Kansas. Geographic coverage: Kansas -- Kansas Health Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2765 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:54:42 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2765 Funding to support community-based organizations in proven, effective research-to-practice, translation, education, outreach, and prevention-intervention activities. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Great Plains Center for Agricultural Health http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2565 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:20:00 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2565 Funding to conduct feasibility studies for renewable energy systems for agriculture producers and rural small businesses. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2168 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:09:48 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2168 Grants to provide energy audits and renewable energy development assistance for agricultural producers and rural small businesses. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2101 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:37:02 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2101 Recognizes innovative partnerships between community groups and police to promote neighborhood safety and revitalization. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- MetLife Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=386 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:31:23 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=386 Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grants support those communities that have undergone a comprehensive local planning process and are ready to implement their Transformation Plan to redevelop the neighborhood. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2755 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:29:56 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2755 Supports grants for health and human services, education, environmental conservation and natural resources, arts and culture, and general community. Geographic coverage: Western Colorado, with giving limited to Delta, Eagle, Garfield, Gunnison, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray and Rio Blanco counties. -- Western Colorado Community Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1330 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:31:26 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1330 Offers young change-makers in the United States funding to help make a lasting, positive change in their communities and the world. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Youth Service America http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2750 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 20:25:18 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2750 Provides resources to build and sustain strong communities for all Arkansans. Geographic coverage: Arkansas -- http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=880 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:26:45 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=880 Wells Fargo makes grants in three primary areas: Human Services, Education and Community Development. Geographic coverage: Texas -- http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1058 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:35:14 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1058 Wells Fargo makes grants in three primary areas: Human Services, Education and Community Development. Geographic coverage: New Mexico -- http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1057 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:34:54 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1057 Wells Fargo makes grants in three primary areas: Human Services, Education and Community Development. Geographic coverage: Arizona -- http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1056 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:33:49 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1056 Funding targeted towards project ideas and programs that are just getting started. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Do Something http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2295 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:09:45 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2295 Support for water stewardship, healthy active lifestyles, community recycling, and education. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Coca-Cola Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=860 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 11:33:47 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=860 Grants which are used to support the funding of specific capital projects in the areas of arts and culture, education, and health and welfare. Geographic coverage: Indiana -- SIA Foundation Inc. http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1117 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 10:51:18 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1117 This program honors and funds the efforts of dynamic leaders age 25 and under. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Do Something http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=624 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:37:10 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=624 Our Town supports creative placemaking projects that contribute toward the livability of communities and help transform them into lively, beautiful, and sustainable places with the arts at their core. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- National Endowment for the Arts http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2731 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:03:05 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2731 Loans to help small, rural communities and tribal nations, in select states, for water and wastewater projects. Geographic coverage: Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas -- Midwest Assistance Program http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2619 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 16:06:48 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2619 Supports grants for community and social services, youth, health, seniors, education and civic and culture. Geographic coverage: Colorado -- http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1333 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:17:43 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1333 Provides grants for education, health and human services, civic improvements, and the arts Geographic coverage: Missouri, Kansas, and western Illinois -- http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=982 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:39:05 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=982 Funding to provide direct loans, technical assistance grants, and technical assistance-only grants to microdevelopment organizations to support the development and ongoing success of rural microentrepreneurs and microenterprises. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2406 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:17:54 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2406 Community action grant priorities include education and neighborhood improvement, economic development, youth development, community problem-solving, assistance to disadvantaged people, environmental conservation and cultural enrichment. Geographic coverage: Limited to certain areas of 35 states and U.S. territories, see sponsor's website for more details. -- http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=888 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:43:35 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=888 Funding to construct, enlarge, or improve essential community facilities for health care, public safety, and public services in rural areas. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- USDA Rural Development http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=91 Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:06:37 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=91 Supports activities that establish or expand local programs in health, science, and education that serve identified needs of local communities. Geographic coverage: North Carolina -- North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1768 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 11:17:54 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1768 Recognizes an individual who has demonstrated successful activism for improving rural health and a commitment to community service. Geographic coverage: Iowa -- Iowa Rural Health Association http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1807 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:24:08 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1807 Provides grants for the development of small and emerging rural businesses, distance learning networks, and employment related adult education programs. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- U.S. Department of Agriculture http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1414 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 17:05:16 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=1414 Grants are made to feed the hungry, support breast cancer initiatives, provide disaster relief, and assist local grassroots organizations. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Kroger Company Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=259 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:22:42 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=259 This program furnishes loans and loan guarantees to provide funds for the costs of construction, improvement, or acquisition of facilities and equipment needed to provide service at the broadband lending speed in eligible rural areas. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- USDA Rural Utilities Service http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=438 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:01:57 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=438 Grants to individuals who submit the best ideas for tangible, lasting community projects. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2044 Thu, 05 May 2011 19:22:59 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/details.php?funding_id=2044