Community Development Advocacy Grants
NAR's Community Development Advocacy Grants fund REALTOR® association-led projects advancing fair housing, affordable housing, placemaking, rural outreach, and smart growth through advocacy, education, and engagement.
Funder: National Association of Realtors
Due Dates: June 4, 2026 (applications reopen) | October 15, 2026 (final deadline or until funds committed)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per grant; Level 1: up to $3,000, Level 2: up to $7,500, Level 3: up to $15,000; one grant per level per association per year.
Summary: Supports REALTOR® associations in leading advocacy, education, and community engagement projects focused on fair housing, affordable housing, placemaking, rural outreach, and smart growth.
Key Information: 10% financial commitment requirement is waived for 2026.
Description
The Community Development Advocacy Grants program, offered by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), provides financial support to state and local REALTOR® associations to address pressing community challenges. These grants empower associations to implement advocacy, education, and engagement projects in areas such as fair housing, affordable housing, placemaking, rural outreach, and smart growth. Multiple grant levels are available, each supporting different scopes and types of initiatives, from temporary placemaking projects to broader community-impact efforts.
