Nonprofits Supporting Lenoir County Communities in North Carolina

The Lenoir County Community Foundation (LCCF) is a local philanthropic organization established in 1996 to support charitable causes in Lenoir County, North Carolina. As an affiliate of the North Carolina Community Foundation, LCCF operates under the guidance of a local volunteer advisory board that builds community assets by managing permanent endowments, making grants, and fostering local leadership. Its mission is to enhance the quality of life in Lenoir County through strategic grantmaking and community support. For the 2025 grant cycle, LCCF will accept applications from March 14 until noon Eastern Time on April 15. Submissions received after the deadline will not be accepted for any reason, including technical issues. Grants are open to qualified charitable organizations that serve the Lenoir County area and are awarded on a competitive basis. Typical grant amounts range from $500 to $3,000. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $14,390 in grants. Grant funding will be sourced from LCCF’s community grantmaking fund as well as two named funds. The Warren and Barbara Perry Fund is one such source, while the Oakland Fund is designated to support initiatives focused on education and youth services in the county. These funds help the foundation address a range of local needs and enhance opportunities for children, families, and educational programming. Interested organizations must submit their applications through the North Carolina Community Foundation’s online application system. First-time applicants should follow the instructions in Training Module I to create a user profile. Returning applicants can log in using existing credentials. Training Module II provides guidance on how to submit a grant application. All applicants are expected to read and follow the grant guidelines; failure to do so will render an application ineligible. Grant decisions are usually made approximately two months after the application period closes. LCCF’s advisory board uses an annual Community Needs Assessment to help guide its grantmaking priorities. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review this assessment, which is accessible on the foundation’s website. For specific questions or further assistance, applicants should contact the designated Program Officer.