Best Job Creation Grants in Delaware

Delaware 501(c)(3) nonprofits advancing job creation, workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, or affordable housing can access funding through Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s Neighborhood Builders Program. Selected organizations receive a two-year leadership development experience plus a capacity-building grant, provided they meet revenue thresholds, operate in eligible markets, and have a three-year plan to grow impact.

Focused on job creation and related services, Delaware Community Foundation invites Delaware nonprofits to apply for the June J. and Russell W. Peterson Fund for Social Justice. Grants of US $1,000 - US $1,500 support local organizations serving low-income residents through jobs, housing, health care, education, and reentry programs.

New or expanding Delaware businesses planning transportation projects that create significant permanent full-time jobs can seek funding for public-right-of-way infrastructure improvements. Focused on transportation infrastructure, Delaware Department of Transportation invites Delaware job-creating projects to request reimbursement for eligible design, construction, and inspection costs that provide clear public benefit.

Community-based, tax-exempt or fiscally sponsored organizations in Delaware and the broader Mid-Atlantic can seek up to US $200,000 for community forestry workforce development and job training. Focused on environmental justice, the Mid-Atlantic Environmental Justice Fund supports programs that create equitable green jobs, apprenticeships, and career pathways in forestry and arboriculture for historically excluded communities.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on basic needs, income creation, and job creation in Delaware can apply for local funding to advance economic mobility. Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help eligible nonprofits support low- and moderate-income communities through employment services, business development, and related economic opportunity programs.

Nonprofit organizations building pathways out of poverty through education, job training, or job creation programs in Delaware and other eligible U.S. states can receive US $125,000 - US $175,000 annually in unrestricted, multi-year support plus intensive consulting. Arbor Brothers backs second-stage 501(c)(3) organizations focused on economic mobility and capacity strengthening.

Nonprofit and public organizations in Delaware seeking to build internal capacity can apply for US $25,000 - US $150,000 to strengthen tactics, talent, and tools. TD Charitable Foundation supports training, staffing, planning, and infrastructure that enhance services for low- to moderate-income and historically underserved communities, which may include job creation and workforce-related programs.

Adam R Scripps Foundation

Adam Scripps lived a life of humble generosity, helping to improve the lives of others without seeking recognition or fanfare for himself. The family-run Adam R. Scripps Foundation, established posthumously in 2023, allocates millions annually to his cherished causes like animal welfare and community development, with grants overseen by his relatives to honor his legacy.

Honoring Adam’s legacy, we make grants to collaborate, provide support and build resources that create opportunities and transformative pathways. For generations to come, we will improve lives and transform communities because we are a leader in family philanthropy. We value helping communities create lasting change. We do this through compassion, love of neighbor, humility, and generosity.

Self-Sufficiency Grant

Self-sufficiency is not just crucial for individuals; it’s also vital to the communities in which they live. As Adam did in his lifetime, his foundation will focus on initiatives to address employment, food insecurity, housing/homelessness, and critical human needs.

• Housing Access
  • Housing instability can negatively affect job security, academic performance, and physical and mental health.
  • Programs designed to help keep people in stable homes, including emergency shelter, rental assistance programs, transitional housing, and subsidized housing units, can help combat housing instability and promote self-sufficiency. 
• Food Insecurity
  • Persistent poverty in communities increases food insecurity and threatens child welfare.
  • Children deserve full plates and a system (beyond the child welfare bureaucracy) that will fight for them. Recognizing their importance to stability and eventually mobility, we support programs that meet the unique needs of children in vulnerable situations, address the needs of their caregivers and provide consistent access to enough food for every person in a household to live an active, healthy life. 
• Employment Barriers
  • Barriers to employment have detrimental impacts on individuals and families.
  • Economic development programming focused on business growth, job creation, entrepreneurship, financial well-being, job readiness, and stable employment will be embraced by the foundation because of their lasting benefits to individuals, families and communities.

Delaware Community Foundation

The Delaware Community Foundation (DCF) is a nonprofit organization focused on partnering with donors to build opportunity and advance equity in Delaware.

Our mission is to strengthen Delaware by maximizing community-based philanthropy.

Small Grants for Improving Community Vital Conditions 

Healthy Communities Delaware (HCD) is accepting applications for grants to support projects that focus on improving community vital conditions. The Improving Community Vital Conditions Small Grant is designed to expand economic opportunity for low- and moderate-income (LMI) consumers and communities. Grant proposals should aim to improve one or more of the Vital Conditions for Well-Being within LMI communities. 

Tribal governments and Alaska Native villages creating housing, community facilities, or economic development projects that generate jobs for low- and moderate-income residents in Delaware can apply for the Community Development Block Grant Program. Grants from US HUD help fund single-purpose community development or imminent threat projects that improve living environments and expand economic opportunities.

Delaware organizations that create or support jobs for older adults and vulnerable populations can access funding through Volunteer Mississippi to run AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP volunteer programs. Grants up to US $75,000 support senior volunteers who provide workforce readiness, housing assistance, behavioral health support, fraud prevention, and other community services that may strengthen local employment and economic stability.

Focused on municipal workforce development, Georgia Municipal Association invites Delaware city governments to join the GROW Learning Lab to address workforce challenges and strengthen talent pipelines. Participating cities receive free coaching, technical assistance, and peer connections to improve recruitment, training, and retention for critical local government jobs and expand economic opportunity.

Nonprofit institutions working to create jobs and strengthen rural economies, including those serving Delaware, can apply for USDA NIFA’s Rural Cooperative Development Grants, with awards up to US $1,000,000 to establish and operate rural cooperative development centers. Grants support technical assistance to start, expand, or improve cooperatives and mutually owned rural businesses.

Nonprofit organizations supporting people living with paralysis in rural, low-income Delaware communities can receive up to US $40,000 to improve access, independence, and community participation. With a mission to enhance quality of life, Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation funds projects like accessible transportation, assistive technology, telehealth, employment and education, and peer or family support that may foster job creation.

Community partnerships led by a 501(c)(3) and advancing job creation and inclusive infrastructure projects in Delaware can apply for US $45,000 - US $120,000 to support human infrastructure, workforce development, and community engagement. Grants from Funders' Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities back projects already supported by public funds, with at least a 50% match from place-based or regional funders.

Delaware job creation organizations can access funding through the H Hovnanian Family Foundation for projects in education, healthcare, arts and culture, entrepreneurship, youth leadership, and community development. U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits with at least one year of outcomes may receive up to US $10,000, with preference for initiatives creating local economic impact and new employment opportunities.

Leaders working on economic mobility, job creation, and related social challenges in the U.S., including Delaware, can apply for the Big Bets Fellowship, a five‑month leadership development program with a US $5,000 stipend. Rockefeller Foundation supports fellows with integrative curriculum, impact acceleration, cohort community, and access to a global network to advance systemic solutions.

Dental students, residents, and early-career dentists working to expand oral health education and employment opportunities in Delaware can receive US $5,000 for leadership training costs. With a mission to recognize emerging oral health leaders, the ADA Foundation provides funding for tuition, travel, meals, and lodging, which may benefit those advancing job creation in dental fields.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Delaware with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support job creation, workforce readiness, and related social service programs. The William Randolph Hearst Foundation provides program, capital, and general support for proven, scalable initiatives that promote economic independence and strengthen families across the U.S.

Organizations creating jobs or supporting entrepreneurs in impoverished communities, including those in Delaware, can apply for the Fish Family Foundation of Maine’s grants to fund small business development and employment initiatives. Faith-based groups, ministries, and related nonprofits may also be considered alongside other focus areas such as education, medical research, and missions.

The Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Fund for Community Good supports projects that promote equity and justice across various sectors, including education, health, and economic prosperity. This unrestricted fund invites partnerships with 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government entities, primarily focusing on Kent County, Michigan. The foundation prioritizes initiatives that dismantle systemic racism and foster inclusive opportunities, ensuring all community members can thrive. Eligible applicants can submit pre-applications year-round for potential funding.

The Santander Charitable Sponsorship Program focuses on supporting low- to moderate-income communities primarily in the Northeast and Florida. With a commitment of $100 million in charitable giving, the program addresses key community development needs, including affordable housing, job creation, financial education, and disaster relief. Eligible organizations must have IRS 501(c)(3) status or be public agencies, demonstrating capacity to meet community needs. Unsolicited applications are not accepted.

The Santander Bank Charitable Giving Program is committed to enriching communities through $100 million in charitable giving. It focuses on community development, emphasizing affordable housing, small business support, and financial education. Eligible applicants must be recognized as public charities by the IRS and demonstrate the capacity to serve community needs. The program aims to foster partnerships to uplift low- and moderate-income communities across its operational footprint, ensuring a lasting impact through philanthropic efforts.

Investing in Our Communities

Regions Bank and Regions Foundation are committed to helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve financial success.

We work alongside nonprofit organizations, local businesses, government and service agencies to address social and economic issues, assist in building inclusive economic prosperity and help more members of our communities benefit from the rewards of a growing economy.

We make strategic and disciplined community investments in programs that seek to achieve three target outcomes:

Economic and Community Development

• Affordable housing
• Job creation
• Small business development
• Homebuyer education and retention
• Neighborhood revitalization and stabilization

Education and Workforce Readiness

• Student competency and skill building
• College and career readiness
• Educational access and success
• Credential building and employment
• Educator training and resources

Financial Wellness

• Financial education to youth, adults, and vulnerable populations
• Financial planning tools and resources, including Regions Next Step®
• Integrated asset-building

About Regions

Regions Financial Corporation is a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the nation's largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management and mortgage products and services. Regions serves customers across the South, Midwest and Texas.

Regions Foundation

Regions Foundation supports community investments that positively impact the communities served by Regions Bank. The Foundation engages in a grantmaking program focused on priorities including economic and community development; education and workforce readiness; and financial wellness. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation funded primarily through contributions from Regions Bank.

Matching Gifts Program

Full-time associates and recent retirees (up to 5 years after retirement) of Regions and its affiliated companies can request a Regions Matching Gift to eligible organizations. The recipient organization must be a 501(c) or 170(c) organization located in the Regions footprint (except for accredited educational institutions, which may be located anywhere in the United States) and has a primary mission that clearly fits one of these categories:

• Economic and community development: Supporting economic prosperity through affordable housing, job creation, small-business development, homebuyer education and retention, neighborhood revitalization and stabilization, food security/hunger relief.
• Education and workforce readiness: Supporting career prosperity through student competency and skill building, college and career readiness, educational access and success, credential building and employment and educator training and resources.
• Financial wellness: Supporting financial prosperity through K-12 and college financial education, adult and workforce financial empowerment.
• Arts and culture: Organizations that promote visual or performing arts, historic or science museums, zoos, botanical gardens, libraries, parks or public radio and television.
• Service members and Veterans: Organizations that have a primary mission of supporting U.S. military service members and veterans.
• Individuals with disabilities: Organizations that have a primary mission of supporting individuals with disabilities.

Regions Matching Gifts for Full-Time Associates

Regions supports organizations important to our associates through the Regions Matching Gifts Program. This program, which is open for use for all full-time Regions associates, affiliate associates and recent retirees, allows you to make an even greater difference to your favorite charities by doubling your tax-deductible contributions to these organizations. 

The Sustainable Forests and Communities Grant aims to foster environmentally and economically sustainable forest communities in the U.S., particularly where the Weyerhaeuser Family has interests. It prioritizes projects enhancing the environment, economy, and community through sustainable practices. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entities operating in forested areas, focusing on integrated approaches that value forest ecosystem services. This initiative encourages local job creation, sustainable economic activities, and innovative partnerships to achieve sustainability goals.