Community Development Advocacy Grants
NAR's Community Development Advocacy Grants fund REALTOR® associations to lead research-driven projects in affordable housing, fair housing, placemaking, rural outreach, and smart growth.
Funder: National Association of Realtors
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Final application deadline) | December 18, 2026 (Reimbursement request deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,000 (Level 1); up to $7,500 (Level 2); up to $15,000 (Level 3); one grant per level per association annually.
Summary: Supports state and local REALTOR® associations in leading advocacy, education, and community engagement projects addressing housing, fair housing, placemaking, rural outreach, and smart growth.
Key Information: Applications accepted until October 15, 2026 or until funds are fully committed; all activities must be completed in 2026.
Description
The Community Development Advocacy Grants program, offered by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), is designed to empower state and local REALTOR® associations to strengthen their advocacy and community leadership. The grants support a wide range of initiatives, including expanding access to affordable housing, advancing fair housing, placemaking projects, rural outreach, and promoting smart growth principles. Through three funding levels, associations can plan, organize, implement, and sustain impactful local projects that address pressing community development challenges.
