Economic Development Grants 2026 — Federal & Foundation Funding
As of 2026, there are 100 active economic development grants currently accepting applications. Top funding agencies for economic development initiatives include Oregon Community Foundation, DCEO, DECD, NJDOT (New Jersey DOT), Alabama Tourism Department. GrantSonar provides daily updates on these federal and foundation funding opportunities, matching them to eligible nonprofits and government organizations.
Top Agencies Funding Economic Development
Open Economic Development Grants
Grants for tourism product development, marketing, and heritage tourism projects across Alabama.
Wyoming Business Council Grant - Wyoming state grant.
Supporting economic development and community investment projects in Connecticut municipalities.
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Economic Development Grants: Frequently Asked Questions
How many economic development grants are available right now?
Economic Development grants number roughly 100 active opportunities right now, tracked daily by GrantSonar across federal, state, and private foundation funders.
Which agencies fund the most economic development grants?
Economic Development grants are funded most actively by Oregon Community Foundation, DCEO, DECD, NJDOT (New Jersey DOT), Alabama Tourism Department. GrantSonar monitors these sources so new opportunities surface as soon as they open.
Who is eligible for economic development grants?
Economic Development grants are generally open to nonprofits, government agencies, school districts, and educational or research institutions running programs in this area. Eligibility varies by program, so review each grant's guidelines or let GrantSonar filter opportunities by your organization type.
How do I find new economic development grants as they open?
Economic Development grant postings are tracked by GrantSonar from thousands of sources daily, with AI-matched alerts sent when an opportunity fits your organization's profile — so you don't have to monitor agency and foundation portals manually.
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