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North Carolina grants for Special district governments

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Multimodal Planning Grant Program
Contact for amount
North Carolina Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 3, 2026

This program provides funding to North Carolina municipalities, counties, and universities to develop comprehensive plans that improve bicycle and pedestrian transportation, enhancing community walkability and connectivity with public transit.

Transportation
City or township governments
North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund
$500,000
North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation (DPR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

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.

Recreation
County governments
Investments Supporting Partnerships in Recovery Ecosystems Initiative
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects in the Appalachian region that help individuals recovering from substance use disorders gain access to job training and employment services, fostering sustainable recovery and economic independence.

Food and Nutrition
City or township governments
Eastern Band of Cherokees Community Foundation Grant
$1,000
Eastern Band of Cherokees Community Foundation (Affiliate of North Carolina Community Foundation)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

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

Community Development
Nonprofits
Bertie-Hertford Community Foundation Grant
$1,000
North Carolina Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to charitable organizations and local government units in Bertie and Hertford counties to support a variety of community needs, including education, health, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Honda USA Foundation Funding - Programmatic Support
$100,000
Honda USA Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools focused on improving mobility access for individuals with disabilities, as well as initiatives in education and environmental sustainability.

Health
Nonprofits
Wake County Community Foundation Grants
$2,500
Wake County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 4, 2026

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

This grant provides financial support to local charitable organizations in Wake and Durham counties that focus on community strengthening, education, and services for veterans and military personnel.

Community Development
Nonprofits
State Wastewater Reserve and Drinking Water Reserve Programs
$3,000,000
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in North Carolina for the planning, design, and construction of essential wastewater and drinking water infrastructure projects.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Futrell-Mauldin Community Foundation for Greater Rocky Mount
$7,500
Futrell-Mauldin Community Foundation for Greater Rocky Mount (Affiliate of North Carolina Community Foundation)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that serve the Greater Rocky Mount community, supporting projects that address local needs and enhance community resources.

Community Development
Nonprofits
TD Bank Regional Grants
Contact for amount
TD Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities that address community needs and improve the quality of life for underserved populations in areas served by TD Bank.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Avery Community Foundation Grant
$1,000
Avery Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

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

Community Development
Nonprofits
Homeland Security Grant Program
$8,916,844
North Carolina Department of Public Safety
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support to state and local governments in North Carolina to enhance their preparedness and response capabilities against terrorism and other high-risk hazards.

Safety
County governments
The Grassroots Multicultural Grants program
Contact for amount
Arts Council of Greater Greensboro
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 27, 2024

The Arts Council of Greater Greensboro, in partnership with High Point Arts Council, is offering a Grassroots Multicultural Grant to Guilford County-based multicultural arts organizations for project and operating support, prioritizing those that promote creative investment, inclusion, and community impact, with a funding range starting from $500.

Arts
Nonprofits
The Women’s Fund of North Carolina
$5,000
North Carolina Community Foundation (Affiliate of North Carolina Community Foundation)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 8, 2026

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in North Carolina that address housing security challenges for women and girls, with a focus on initiatives led by women of color or those from historically marginalized communities.

Housing
Nonprofits
Volunteer Fire Department Fund
$40,000
North Carolina Department of Insurance Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to volunteer fire departments in North Carolina to help them purchase essential equipment and make capital improvements for better emergency response capabilities.

Safety
Special district governments