Energy Efficiency Grants for Delaware Facilities via DNREC
Focused on energy efficiency upgrades, Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control invites Delaware non-residential facilities to apply for funding to install or expand combined heat and power systems. Eligible commercial, industrial, nonprofit, government, and educational entities can receive up to US $250,000 for new, permanently installed CHP equipment and related project costs that exceed minimum code requirements.
Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC)
Kenny Family Foundation Grants for Delaware Nonprofits
Kenny Family Foundation provides Delaware community development nonprofits with small in-kind grants to support human and social services and equity-focused programs. Charitable 501(c)(3) and nonprofit organizations in New Castle County can request approximately US $100 in ShopRite gift cards once per year to assist neighbors in need and improve local quality of life.
Kenny Family Foundation
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Delaware community organizations focused on health, education, or humanitarian services can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support marginalized and vulnerable populations. This global funder backs projects in the U.S. and abroad that improve healthcare access, disaster relief, child and family welfare, and related social services, which may benefit community development efforts in Delaware.
Semnani Family Foundation
Truist Foundation Grants for Delaware Workforce
Applications due Aug 7, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing workforce development, career navigation, and AI-focused training programs can receive US $10,000 - US $250,000 to support adult workers. Truist Foundation provides Delaware community development groups with funding if they are headquartered in the U.S. within the Truist footprint and offer innovative career pathways and wraparound services that build economic mobility.
Truist Foundation Inc
Delaware Performing Arts Funding via Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
Nonprofit or government presenters of touring jazz performances in Delaware can apply for Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation’s Jazz Touring Network, with awards up to US $3,000 to support jazz presentations. With a mission to strengthen regional jazz, the program offers ongoing membership, block-booked tours, and professional development for eligible mid-Atlantic presenters.
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Presser Foundation Music Grants in Delaware
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Nonprofit music performance, presenting, and music education organizations in Delaware and nearby counties can seek funding for general operating support or resilience efforts. With a mission to advance musical education and philanthropy, Presser Foundation provides $5,000 - $25,000 Special Projects Grants that may help strengthen small arts groups contributing to local community development.
Presser Foundation
Early Childhood Development Grants for Nonprofits from Delaware Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 26, 2026
Nonprofit organizations serving vulnerable young children in New Castle County can apply for early childhood development funding, including community-focused initiatives, with awards of US $7,500. With a mission to strengthen Delaware communities, Delaware Community Foundation supports 501(c)(3) programs that serve Delaware residents without discrimination and contribute to broader community development in the state.
Delaware Community Foundation
Community Facilities Funding for Rural Delaware Orgs via USDA
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Delaware public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and Federally Recognized Tribes in rural areas can access funding through USDA: Rural Development to develop essential community facilities. Support covers purchasing, constructing, or improving facilities and equipment for health care, public safety, community services, education, utilities, and local food systems in communities under 20,000 residents.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Emergency Water Infrastructure Funding from USDA
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Eligible rural local governments, nonprofits, and federally recognized tribes in Delaware can use these USDA Rural Development grants to prepare for or recover from emergencies that threaten safe drinking water. Focused on community resilience, funding supports waterline extensions, repairs, and construction of new water sources, intakes, or treatment facilities, with awards up to US $1,000,000.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Land O'Lakes Foundation Community Vitality Grants in Delaware
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Delaware focused on rural community vitality can receive US $1,000 - US $20,000 for local programs and projects. Land O'Lakes Foundation provides Delaware community development groups with funding for efforts like ag education, schools, city improvements, fire and ambulance departments, United Way chapters, and economic development in its dairy member-owner regions.
Land O'lakes Foundation
Delaware Community Foundation Support for Health
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Grants from Delaware Community Foundation help Delaware nonprofits and eligible government agencies fund health-related projects, programs, and supportive services, with awards up to US $50,000. Organizations advancing access to care, reducing health disparities, supporting early childhood health, training health professionals, or addressing social determinants of health may find strong support for community development efforts.
Delaware Community Foundation
National Trust Grants for Delaware Preservation
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Public agencies and 501(c)(3) or other nonprofits in Delaware can seek funding for historic preservation planning, education, and outreach projects, with awards ranging from US $2,500 - US $5,000. Focused on preservation, National Trust for Historic Preservation invites community development and revitalization initiatives to apply for seed money that builds local capacity and engages new audiences.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Edna Kynett Cardiovascular Health Grants in Delaware
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Delaware community development and health organizations can access funding through Edna Kynett Memorial Foundation for cardiovascular community health, professional education, and research programs. Public entities and 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving underserved, high-risk populations in the Delaware Valley, including New Castle County, may receive up to US $50,000 for program costs or limited general operating support.
The Edna Kynett Memorial Foundation Inc
Bread & Roses Support for Gender Justice
Applications due Oct 30, 2026
Delaware-area community organizing groups focused on gender justice and led by those most affected can access funding through Bread & Roses Community Fund; awards US $10,000 for grassroots organizing. Eligible 501(c)(3)s or fiscally sponsored projects in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or Camden counties using community organizing to advance gender and LGBTQI+ rights may benefit.
Bread & Roses Community Fund
Joseph Robert Foundation Environment Grants in Delaware
Letter of inquiry due Oct 30, 2026
Delaware 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on environmental conservation, sustainable resource management, or related community projects can seek funding for general operating or program support. Focused on environment, the Joseph Robert Foundation invites smaller organizations, especially those under $300,000 budgets, to apply for grants up to US $10,000 supporting local impact in the mid-Atlantic region.
Joseph Robert Foundation
Leadership Development Funding for Nonprofits from Valentine Foundation
Pre proposal due Jan 30, 2027
Delaware and Greater Philadelphia nonprofit organizations serving primarily women and girls can apply for Valentine Foundation’s Visionary Leadership Fund, offering up to US $3,000 for leadership development initiatives. Community development groups that meet the service and regional criteria may nominate current or aspiring women and non-binary leaders, with a focus on those from under-represented communities.
Valentine Foundation
Urban Forestry Funding for Delaware Communities via Delaware Forest Service
Pre proposal due Feb 6, 2027
Local governments and community organizations in Delaware can seek Delaware Forest Service grants of US $500 - US $5,000 to expand and manage urban tree canopy. Funding supports tree planting, inventories, pruning, hazardous tree removal, and green infrastructure that improves stormwater management, air quality, and equitable community development.
Delaware Forest Service
Operating Support Grants for Delaware Arts Nonprofits
Applications due Mar 2, 2027
Delaware arts-focused 501(c)(3) or similar nonprofits can use this grant for general operating expenses like staff, artist fees, facilities, and program delivery. Delaware arts organizations can access funding through Delaware Division of the Arts on a staggered three-year cycle, supporting sustained, year-round arts programming that strengthens community life and engagement.
Delaware Division of the Arts
Arts Project Funding for Delaware Nonprofits via Delaware Division of the Arts
Applications due Mar 3, 2027
Focused on community arts programming, Delaware Division of the Arts invites Delaware community-based nonprofits, colleges, universities, and government entities to apply for project support grants. Eligible organizations can receive US $2,000 - US $10,000 for non-credit, community-serving arts projects that expand access, foster cultural expression, and strengthen local community development.
Delaware Division of the Arts
Community Development Funding from Community Foundation
Applications due Mar 13, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public institutions, schools, and municipalities serving Delaware County, Iowa can seek community development, promotion, and education project support, with awards up to US $7,500. The Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque prioritizes innovative projects, and Delaware community development groups may benefit from this annual Foundation for the Future of Delaware County grant opportunity.
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque
Chesapeake Bay Trust Grants for Delaware Greening
Applications due Mar 13, 2027
Local governments, nonprofits, and community partners working on green infrastructure and community greening in Delaware’s Chesapeake Bay watershed can seek funding for planning, design, construction, and urban tree canopy projects. Chesapeake Bay Trust’s G3 program supports efforts that reduce stormwater runoff, expand green spaces, and improve local water quality and livability.
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Delaware Community Water Projects Funding via DNREC
Applications due Apr 29, 2027
Local governments, nonprofits, and other organizations in Delaware can seek funding for community water quality projects such as stormwater retrofits, stream and wetland restoration, and other nonpoint source pollution controls. Grants from Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control help Delaware community development efforts improve water quality in impaired watersheds, with awards ranging from US $25,000 - US $75,000.
Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC)
Delaware Community Preservation Funding via National Trust
Applications due Jun 1, 2027
Community development and preservation organizations in Delaware and the Mid-Atlantic can receive up to US $7,500 for planning, education, and outreach projects that protect natural and cultural resources. National Trust for Historic Preservation supports initiatives like preservation planning, community forums, and public education that enhance livability, sustainability, and historic and open space conservation.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
National Trust Grants for Delaware Battlefields
Applications due Jun 2, 2027
Public agencies and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Delaware preserving battlefields, viewsheds, and related historic structures can seek funding for planning and education projects. With a mission to strengthen preservation efforts, National Trust for Historic Preservation provides support for activities like preservation planning, feasibility studies, capacity building, and innovative public education, with awards of US $2,500 - US $10,000.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
USDA Rural Development Business Grants in Delaware
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
Eligible rural public entities, nonprofits, tribes, higher education institutions, and rural cooperatives in Delaware can access USDA Rural Development funding to support technical assistance and training for small rural businesses. Grants may cover planning, counseling, facilities, equipment, revolving loan funds, transportation, and broader community and technology-based economic development that strengthens local communities.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Delaware Community Foundation Central Delaware Funding
Applications due Jul 24, 2027
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Delaware improving life in central Delaware through economic development and career or occupational education can apply for the Roy Klein Education Fund, with awards up to US $3,000. Administered by Delaware Community Foundation, this grant supports community development efforts benefiting Kent County, including Smyrna and Milford.
Delaware Community Foundation