Economic Empowerment Grants Coming This September

September brings a solid month of funding for nonprofits working on economic stability, workforce development, and community vitality. If you're supporting people toward better jobs, housing security, or business ownership, there's money moving this month. The funders below are looking for organizations that know their communities and can show up with real relationships, not just applications.

High Foundation: Grant for Regional Nonprofits Supporting Economic and Community Vitality

High Foundation funds 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic vibrancy, community vitality, and individual well-being in communities where High companies operate. They support workforce development, housing, arts, civic engagement, health, and re-entry. The foundation prioritizes organizations aligned with their strategic pillars and committed to equity and diversity. Deadline is September 1. Apply here

Amazon: Grant for Community Projects in Eastern Oregon

If your work is in Umatilla or Morrow Counties, Oregon, Amazon is funding community projects that address climate, health, education, equity, economic development, or arts and culture. You can choose from a menu of proven project ideas or propose your own. The grant is $10,000. Deadline is September 4. Apply here

North Carolina Community Foundation: Grant for Nonprofits Serving Women and Girls

This grant supports organizations with programs focused on housing security for women and girls across North Carolina. The foundation gives preference to organizations led by women of color and women from historically marginalized populations. Grants are $5,000. Deadline is September 8. Apply here

City of Raleigh: Grant for Environmental and Economic Innovation Nonprofits

Raleigh is funding innovative pilot projects that promote environmental resilience and community-based economic development. They want to see new strategies or new locations: heat island reduction, clean transportation, energy savings, circular economy, or sustainable business development. Awardees get technical support, visibility, and connections to local networks. The grant is $20,000. Deadline is September 10. Apply here

Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative: Grant for Nonprofit Scholarship Organizations Supporting Colorado Students

COSI provides matching grant funds to nonprofit scholarship organizations reducing tuition and student loan debt for Colorado students. You match COSI funding 1:1 with community scholarship dollars and connect students to career services and employment. The focus is credential completion in high-demand pathways. This is a large opportunity: $1.5 million available. Deadline is September 14. Apply here

Arkansas Securities Department: Grant for Schools and Nonprofits Providing Investment Education

Arkansas funds public schools and nonprofits delivering securities and investment education to students in grades 5 through 12. Grants support programs on the securities industry, stock markets, and investment decision-making. Funds can cover educational resources, software, or equipment. Deadline is September 30. Apply here

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