State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) is sponsored by Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC). A federally funded program for small business owners in Indiana, aimed at increasing access to capital. The IEDC is allocating funds to venture capital investments for early-revenue companies and establishing The Legend Fund, a loan participation program to support underserved entrepreneurs and small businesses with loans for operating capital.

Manufacturing Readiness Grants (Indiana) is a grant from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) that funds Indiana manufacturers investing in smart manufacturing technologies, modernization initiatives, and capacity improvements. The program helps Indiana companies adopt cutting-edge equipment, automation, and digital technologies to strengthen their global competitiveness. Eligible applicants are Indiana-based manufacturers undertaking qualifying investments in smart manufacturing technology integration. Awards are available up to $200,000 per applicant with a 1:1 matching requirement, meaning recipients must commit equal private investment alongside the grant. No current application deadline is listed; interested manufacturers should contact IEDC directly for program cycle details.

The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.

Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.

The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.