North Carolina Grants

This grant provides financial support to local nonprofits, public schools, and government entities in Pamlico County for community-focused social outreach programs.

This grant provides financial support to local charitable organizations in Jones County, North Carolina, to help them enhance community services and initiatives.

This grant provides funding to charitable organizations, local governments, and schools in Haywood County, North Carolina, to support various community-focused programs and initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits, government entities, and religious organizations in Graham County, North Carolina, for community service programs that promote inclusivity and benefit residents.

This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations and local entities serving the Eastern Band of Cherokees in specific North Carolina counties.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local charities, government entities, and faith-based organizations in Clay County for community-focused projects and initiatives.

This grant provides financial support to local charitable organizations, nonprofits, and government entities in Cherokee County to enhance community services and programs.

This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations in Avery County for various local needs, including education, health, youth development, and the arts.

The Arts Council of Fayetteville seeks Mini Grants for independent/individual artists, unincorporated collectives, and cultural professionals. Donor Name: Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County State: North Carolina County: Cumberland County (NC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: Arts Council Mini Grants build capacity for Cumberland County artists by supporting one-time cultural arts events with a focus on growing the local arts economy, engaging new or innovative programming, and providing support to diverse artistic mediums to Cumberland County. Funding Information Requests between $500.00-$2,000.00  Requests for awards exceeding $2,000.00  Project Activities Arts, culture, and history projects, activities, or events that take place in Cumberland County, NC led by a participating artist or cultural/historical professional that can be completed within 6 months of the grant award. Creation of a new work with a public display within 6 months of the grant award. Allowable Expenses  Expenses and Restrictions for Artists Allowable Expenses for Artists include:  Requests between $500.00-$2,000.00  Contract Artist Fees  Other Contracted Services  Project supplies/materials  Space/equipment rental, etc.  Marketing/outreach expenses up to but not exceeding 25% of the Mini Grant budget  Applicant Artist Fees up to but not exceeding 25% of the Mini Grant budget  Restrictions for Artists include:  Requests for awards exceeding $2,000.00  Food and Drink expenses  Capital expenses  Funds for subgranting or awards/scholarships  Expenses for projects that are educational/curriculum requirements Eligibility Criteria  Artist/Lead Artist in an Ensemble, Collective, or Guild who resides in Cumberland County Ineligibility Projects that do not take place in Cumberland County, North Carolina. Projects led by an applicant who is not in good standing with the Arts Council.  Projects led by an applicant who has already been awarded 2 Arts Council artist grants within a fiscal year.  Fundraisers. Projects led by a producer or sponsor and not a lead participating artist or cultural/historical professional.  Public art projects that do not have a signed agreement or permits at the time of the application  Projects NOT accessible by the general public (free or otherwise). Projects that promote a particular religious dogma or faith. Projects that have previously been reviewed twice and were not funded.  Projects that have previously been funded in the same fiscal year. For more information, visit Arts Council of Fayetteville.

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is seeking applications for its Rural Downtown Economic Development Grants. Donor Name: North Carolina Department of Commerce State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/20/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The purpose of this program is to support downtown revitalization and economic development initiatives that are intended to help local governments grow and leverage downtown districts as assets for economic growth, economic development, and prosperity. Funding availability is at the discretion of the Rural Infrastructure Authority. RDED Grants will support projects that Provide public improvements that help retain business and attract customers to business districts. Support publicly owned downtown economic development initiatives that leverage main streets and downtown districts as economic engines. Facilitate publicly owned building improvements that are used for community-wide uses or mixed-use development in or on properties that are publicly owned and controlled. Funding Information The maximum grant amount is $850,000 per grantee and may not exceed $12,500 per projected job created or retained. Eligible Activities Public Infrastructure – Improvements to publicly owned infrastructure in a downtown district, that serves a community-wide use, such as lots, alleys, streetscapes, waterfront developments and parks. Public Buildings (Renovation or Additions) – Improvements to publicly owned buildings in a downtown district that serve a public, community-wide use, such as a community center, theater, civic center, recreation center, or library. Mixed-Use Downtown Development (Renovation or Additions) – Improvements to publicly owned property in a downtown district that may be zoned and developed for a mix of uses. The mix of use may include two or more of the following: retail, restaurant, service, professional, nonprofit, governmental, institutional, or residential. Eligibility Criteria Eligible applicants are units of local government located in Tier 1 or Tier 2 counties, and rural census tracts in Tier 3 counties. For the purposes of this program, units of local government are defined as municipal or county governments within the state of North Carolina. For more information, visit NCDC.

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is requesting proposals for its Rural Building Reuse Program. Donor Name: North Carolina Department of Commerce State: North Carolina County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/20/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Building Reuse Grant Program develop older buildings in your community into assets to attract new or expanding businesses with the state’s Building Reuse Program. This program provides grants to local governments, using three categories of funding for: The renovation of vacant buildings The renovation or expansion of a building occupied by an existing North Carolina company wishing to expand in their current location The renovation, expansion or construction of health care entities that will lead to the creation of new, full-time jobs. Eligible Projects And Expenses Vacant Building Category Grants are available to support the renovation of vacant buildings. The building must be vacant for at least three months prior to application deadlines. Existing Business Building Category Grants are available to support the renovation or expansion of buildings occupied by a company operating in the state of North Carolina for at least 12 months. Companies must also meet the weekly wage standard, provide at least 50% benefits to employees and be represented on the Priority Industry Table. Rural Health Category Grants are available to support the renovation, expansion or construction of health care entities. The health care entity must be licensed by the State of North Carolina. Eligible applicants are units of local government located in either a Tier 1 or Tier 2 county, or a rural census tract in a Tier 3 county. In Tier 1 or Tier 2 counties, priority will be given to towns or communities with populations less than 5,000. As prescribed in N.C.G.S. 143B-472.127(a)(2), a rural census tract is an area having a population density of less than 500 people per square mile according to the most recent decennial federal census. The program requires a cash match equal to the grant request amount. The local government must contribute at least 5% of the cash match. The cash match shall come from local resources and may not be derived from other State or federal grant funds. For more information, visit NCDC.

The Golden LEAF Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Open Grants Program. Donor Name: Golden LEAF Foundation State: North Carolina County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/20/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Priority Areas This program is for economic development projects aligned with the Golden LEAF priority areas. Job Creation and Economic Investment Workforce Preparedness Agriculture The Golden LEAF Foundation is committed to using the funds entrusted to it for projects that show the most potential for strengthening North Carolina’s economy, especially in tobacco-dependent, economically distressed, and/or rural communities. Funding Information The Golden LEAF Board has indicated that most awards in the Open Grants Program will be for $200,000 or less. For projects that have certain characteristics, Golden LEAF will make awards of up to $500,000 from this program. Competitive Projects Competitive applications for projects include requests for funds to: Develop and implement a new workforce training program to meet demand from local employers Implement a career pathway at a high school for a high demand field Extend water, sewer, or road infrastructure to a site to enable industrial development that will create full-time jobs Support the development of new crops, expand markets for agriculture products, or provide training for farmers. Characteristics of Open Grants Projects Eligible for Funding of More Than $200,000 Golden LEAF expects that most grants in the Open Grants Program will be for $200,000 or less, and grants of more than $200,000 will be infrequent. To determine which projects will be eligible for consideration for an award of more than $200,000, Golden LEAF requires that the project include one or more of these characteristics: The applicant can clearly demonstrate and explain how the applicant would be able to achieve additional outcomes as a direct result of receiving more than $200,000 in funding, and the additional outcomes are commensurate with the additional funding. The project results from a planning process involving multiple organizations and members of the community that the project will serve, e.g., employers, and those organizations and individuals continue to be engaged in and will provide support to the project. The additional funding will build on a history of success and allow the applicant to scale a project to significantly increase the outcomes the project can achieve. The project is collaborative and includes some features that make the collaboration particularly compelling, such as the following characteristics: The collaboration is uncommon and includes innovative approaches. Golden LEAF funding will enable or encourage the collaboration. The project is regional, i.e., involves organizations in more than one county. A Golden LEAF award would leverage significant funding from other organizations, i.e., Golden LEAF is a small but important part of a larger project. The applicant has limited resources and has made efforts to secure funding from other sources. Implementing the project in phases would compromise its outcomes. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible applicants are governmental entities and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit Golden LEAF Foundation.

Arts Davidson County is now accepting applications for North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program. Donor Name: Arts Davidson County State: North Carolina County: Davidson County (NC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: Arts Davidson County serves as the North Carolina Arts Council’s partner in awarding subgrants to local organizations for arts programs in Davidson County.  Grassroots Arts Program funds may be used for expenditures to conduct quality arts programs or operate an arts organization. Typical uses of Grassroots money include: Program expenses such as professional artists’ fees and travel expenses, space rental, advertising, marketing and publicity, website and electronic media, scripts, costumes, sets, props, music and equipment rental. Operating expenses for qualified arts organizations not already receiving operating support from the NC Arts Council. These can include salaries, telephone, office supplies, printing, postage, rent, utilities, insurance and equipment rental. Priorities The first priority of the Grassroots Arts subgrant program is to provide operating or program support to qualified arts organizations not already receiving or eligible to receive support from the N.C. Arts Council. These include theaters, symphonies, galleries, art guilds, choral societies, dance companies, folk arts societies, writers’ groups and arts festivals, among others. The second priority of the Grassroots Arts subgrant program is to support arts learning and arts in education programs conducted by qualified artists. These can be artist residencies in schools, after school or summer camps or adult arts learning classes. The third priority of Grassroots Arts subgrants is to community, civic and municipal organizations. These programs must be conducted by qualified artists. Funding Information Grant amounts range from $500 and up. All projects must take place between July 1, 2024 and June 15, 2025. Eligibility Criteria All organizations must have been in operation for at least one year. While nonprofit 501(c)(3) status is preferred, organizations that are nonprofit in nature may also apply. All organizations must reside and carry out projects within the county they are applying for funds. Individuals are not eligible to apply for Grassroots Arts funds. Applications and support materials must be completed and received by the due date. All applicants must send a designated representative from their organization to one of the Grassroots Arts Program Subgrant Workshops held by Arts Davidson County. For more information, visit Arts Davidson County.

The Cameron Charitable Trust provides grants to support charitable organizations primarily in North Carolina that benefit indigent or sick persons. Donor Name: Cameron Charitable Trust State: North Carolina County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Program Areas  Health Human services Grantmaking Priorities Grants are made primarily, but not necessarily exclusively, to charities whose purpose is to benefit the poor and needy or the ill and infirm. Preference is given to charities with a record of using money wisely and efficiently, without excessive overhead. Situations in which a grant would make a real difference will be favored. Funding Information Average grant size: $125,000 to $175,000. Average total giving per year: $850,000. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information, visit Wells Fargo.

Grassroots Arts Program (GAP) grants provide funding for program expenses for projects of high artistic merit including artist fees and travel, space rental, marketing, advertising, costumes, sets, props, music and equipment rental. Donor Name: Wilkes Art Gallery State: North Carolina County: Wilkes County (NC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  06/28/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Grassroots Arts program is a partnership between local arts councils and the North Carolina Arts Council. Funding priority is given to qualified arts organizations (theaters, galleries, choral societies, festivals, etc.), arts in education programs conducted by qualified artists, and other community organizations that provide arts programs in the county.  Funding Information Projects and programs must take place between July 1st, 2024 and June 30th, 2025. Eligibility Criteria While nonprofit status is preferred, organizations that have been in operation for a least one year may apply.  All organizations must reside and carry out projects in Wilkes County. Grants does not fund Individual applicants  Art supplies  Fundraising events or expenses  Food or beverages  Prizes, tuition or scholarships  School band activities or equipment  Purchase of artwork  Internal programs for schools, colleges, universities, or libraries  Programs with religious content For more information, visit Wilkes Art Gallery.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that assist impoverished and neglected individuals in Mecklenburg County and the surrounding areas, helping them improve their lives and communities.

The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro is pleased to announce the Future Fund Grants. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro State: North Carolina County: Guilford County (NC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/08/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Funding Information The Future Fund Program awards $60,000 to local nonprofits. Future Fund typically makes one-year grants, with awards between $2,000 and $20,000. Eligibility Criteria Your application aligns with the field of interest identified for 2024: Healthcare Advocacy. Applicant must be a nonprofit organization with 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt status as defined by Internal Revenue Service located in and serving Guilford County. Organization must spend no more than 5% of your budget on legislative involvement. Applicants with faith-based affiliations must provide clarification on the integration of their religious beliefs into the project, outlining the extent to which such beliefs influence project implementation and outcomes. For more information, visit Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro.

The 2024 Women in Motion Grant is a capacity-building grant offering operational funding to an organization serving women in the greater High Point community, including Archdale, Trinity, Thomasville, and Jamestown. Eligible organizations must have existed for five years or less or have an operational budget of $100,000 or less. The grant focuses on enabling women in the workforce to achieve economic and professional growth, with areas of focus including education, mentorship, resources, and wellness. The maximum grant request amount is $10,000. Women in Motion seeks to partner with community organizations to create solutions that support women's economic and professional growth, leading to increased leadership roles. The grant supports organizations that help women negotiate and advocate for themselves, provide networking and growth opportunities, tap into community resources for professional success, and balance personal wellness with professional demands.

The Orange County Arts Commission (OCAC) is seeking applications for the 2024-25 Grassroots Arts Program. Donor Name: Orange County Arts Commission (OCAC) State: North Carolina County: Orange County (NC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Grassroots Arts Program funds may be used for expenditures to conduct quality arts programs or operate an arts organization. Typical uses of Grassroots money include: Program expenses such as professional artists’ fees and travel, space rental, advertising, marketing and publicity, website and electronic media, scripts, costumes, sets, props, music and theater equipment rental. Program-related requests have a maximum request limit of $5,000. Operating expenses for qualified arts and cultural organizations not already receiving operating support from the N.C. Arts Council or N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. These can include salaries, telephone, office supplies, printing, postage, rent, utilities, insurance and equipment rental. Organizations must have an arts-based mission and an annual operating budget of less than $2M in order to request operating funds. Operations-related requests have a maximum request limit of $5,000. Grant Period All projects must take place between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  All organizations must have been in operation for at least one year, and must be either a nonprofit organization or have a nonprofit sponsor to receive funds on their behalf. All organizations must physically reside in Orange County. (Organizations serving more than one county should apply for Grassroots funding through the county in which they are physically located) Organizations that receive general support funds through the N.C. Arts Council or the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources are not eligible for Grassroots funds. Individuals are not eligible to apply for Grassroots Arts funds. Applications and support materials must be submitted electronically by the due date. For more information, visit OCAC.

The High Point Community Foundation seeks to provide critical funding to nonprofits that respond to the needs in community. Donor Name: High Point Community Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information The maximum allowed will be $50,000 for grant requests both program and capital. Guidelines No waivers or exceptions to the policies set forth here will be allowed. Schools that are applying for a grant must have a project that will impact the entire school and not just a single classroom. They must also have the approval of their school principal. Only one grant request per organization is permitted. The Grants Committee will allow multiple schools and multiple departments within a municipality to apply, but has the ultimate decision authority. Nonprofit organizations must have their own 501(c)(3) status by the deadline of the grant application. During the review process, any grant request that the Committee cannot agree to fund to at least 50% of their total request will not be funded. If a grant is made as a “matching grant” the Foundation will not release a check to the grantee until the match has been made. Grantmaking Restrictions The High Point Community Foundation does not make grants for the following: costs already incurred, endowments, loans or mortgages, sectarian purposes, political purposes, or to individuals. State wide or national programs will not be considered unless funding is sought for a portion of the program that directly benefits the greater High Point area. Organizations may not submit more than application for funding per grant cycle and must have its own 501(c)(3). No waivers or exceptions will be allowed. All organizations must provide the appropriate annual financial statements using the following guidelines approved by the Board of Trustees: Grant applicants having an annual budget of $100,000 or less shall attach a copy of the most recent tax return (Form 990) or postcard which has been filed with the IRS. Grant applicants having an annual budget of more than $100,000 but less than $200,000 should attach a copy of the most recent federal tax return (Form 990) which has been filed with the IRS, which has been prepared and signed by an independent CPA, and a copy of financial statements together with a compilation report by an independent CPA. Grant applicants having an annual budget of more than $200,000 but less than $400,000 should attach a copy of the most recent federal tax return (Form 990) which has been filed with the IRS and has been prepared and signed by an independent CPA, and a copy of financial statements together with a review report by and independent CPA. Grant applicants having an annual budget of $400,000 or more should attach a copy of the most recent federal tax return (Form 990) which has been filed with the IRS and has been prepared and signed by an independent CPA, and a copy of financial statements together with an audit report by an independent CPA. Electronic signatures are now acceptable as previously approved. For more information, visit High Point Community Foundation.