Community Development Block Grants for Local Projects
GrantID: 629
Grant Funding Amount Low: $1,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $750,000
Summary
In the state of Montana, a range of grant funding opportunities are available to support economic development, community improvement, and organizational capacity building across rural and tribal regions. These funding opportunities are designed to strengthen local economies, expand essential services, and encourage long-term sustainability in underserved areas.
Certain programs provide direct financial assistance to small businesses, particularly those operating in rural communities or on tribal lands. Awards may reach up to approximately $10,000 per recipient, with funds intended for business expansion, equipment purchases, working capital, marketing, tourism-related initiatives, and other operational improvements. Eligibility may extend to individually owned businesses, including those owned by enrolled members of federally recognized tribes. The overall goal is to stimulate job creation, increase local revenue, and support culturally relevant economic activity.
Additional grant programs focus on planning and feasibility efforts that help lay the groundwork for future development. These awards can reach into the $50,000 range and are generally available to nonprofit organizations, local development entities, and small businesses engaged in community-based projects. Funds may be used for architectural and engineering studies, strategic planning, infrastructure assessments, and economic impact analyses that prepare communities for larger capital investments.
Other funding opportunities support nonprofit organizations delivering essential services such as health, housing, food security, and social support programs in rural counties. Grant amounts are often more modest, typically up to $15,000, and are intended to strengthen service capacity and address urgent community needs.
Overall, these grant opportunities are available across rural and tribal areas of the state and are intended for nonprofits, small businesses, and, in some cases, individual applicants who meet defined eligibility criteria. The primary purpose of funding is to promote sustainable growth, community resilience, and improved quality of life in targeted regions.
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