North Carolina grants for Special district governments
Explore 52 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 3, 2025
This grant provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools for community events that promote cultural enrichment, connection, and civic engagement.
Application Deadline
Mar 4, 2026
Date Added
Jan 20, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to licensed dairy farms in the southeastern U.S. to improve their infrastructure and operational efficiency, enhancing profitability and sustainability in the dairy industry.
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Not specified
Date Added
Jul 31, 2025
This funding initiative provides financial support to state and local governments in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development to stimulate economic growth and resilience.
Application Deadline
Mar 4, 2026
Date Added
Jan 20, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to licensed dairy businesses in the Southeastern U.S. and Puerto Rico to adopt precision technologies that improve sustainability, efficiency, and profitability in dairy operations.
Application Deadline
Feb 20, 2026
Date Added
Dec 29, 2025
This funding initiative provides financial support to organizations in Buncombe County, North Carolina, to improve access to quality early childhood education and care for children from birth through kindergarten.
Application Deadline
May 15, 2026
Date Added
Jul 28, 2025
This initiative provides funding to support large-scale economic development projects across the Appalachian region, focusing on workforce development, business growth, infrastructure improvements, and community capacity building.
Application Deadline
Mar 17, 2026
Date Added
Dec 17, 2025
This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, museums, attractions, government agencies, and tourism-based businesses in Haywood County to make significant capital improvements that enhance the visitor experience and promote long-term tourism growth.
Application Deadline
Feb 13, 2026
Date Added
Dec 10, 2025
This program provides financial support to local governments in North Carolina for projects that improve recycling and waste reduction efforts, helping to build long-term capacity and raise public awareness.
Application Deadline
May 1, 2026
Date Added
Feb 2, 2026
This program provides matching funds to local governments in North Carolina for the acquisition, renovation, or development of public parks and recreational facilities.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 5, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in rural Southern communities for engaging professional artists in various artistic disciplines.
Application Deadline
Mar 13, 2026
Date Added
Aug 15, 2024
This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and public entities in implementing programs that benefit low- to moderate-income individuals and historically underserved communities.
Application Deadline
Sep 3, 2024
Date Added
Jul 24, 2024
The Great Trails State Program (GTSP) provides funding for new trail development and extension of existing trails within North Carolina. This includes paved trails, natural surface trails, biking trails, equestrian trails, and other types recognized by the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. One grant cycle will distribute $25 million in non-recurring funds. Eligible applicants include municipalities, counties, regional councils of government, public authorities, and nonprofits with local government support. Project types include planning and feasibility, design and engineering, acquisition, construction, and maintenance.
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Not specified
Date Added
Jul 17, 2024
This funding opportunity supports arts projects that promote healing and self-expression for North Carolina's military service members, veterans, and their families, fostering community connections through various artistic initiatives.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 27, 2025
This grant provides funding to local governments in western North Carolina to improve waste management systems and recycling infrastructure in communities affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Not specified
Date Added
Dec 16, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to North Carolina-based agencies and organizations for various criminal justice initiatives, including law enforcement, prevention programs, and community engagement efforts.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 24, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local governments in North Carolina to help individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness through emergency shelter, essential services, and housing stability initiatives.
Application Deadline
Jul 21, 2026
Date Added
Apr 1, 2025
This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations serving Lenoir County, North Carolina, focusing on enhancing community quality of life through various local initiatives.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Apr 14, 2025
This funding opportunity supports economic development projects in North Carolina, particularly for government entities and nonprofits working to benefit rural and economically distressed communities through job creation, workforce training, and infrastructure development.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 10, 2024
This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations in Edgecombe County, North Carolina, focusing on education, hospice care, and the arts.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Aug 20, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in the Appalachian region for projects that promote economic diversification and workforce development in communities impacted by coal industry job losses.

