North Carolina Arts Grants

This grant provides funding for innovative public art projects in Buncombe County that promote community engagement and collaboration, particularly benefiting low-income neighborhoods and areas recovering from Hurricane Helene.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Outer Banks for innovative projects that address community challenges, including healthcare access, affordable housing, and child care, as well as a wide range of other charitable causes.

This grant provides financial support for property owners and business tenants in Kinston's Downtown Historic Commercial District to improve building façades and preserve historical architecture, enhancing the area's visual appeal and attracting more businesses.

The Artist Support Grant, funded by Dare Arts in North Carolina, offers $500 to $1,000 to individual artists and small artist groups for professional development, completion of new work, career promotion, training, travel, and artist fees, with eligibility limited to residents of selected counties who are not full-time students or recipients of other FY 2024-2025 N.C. Arts Council funding.

This grant provides financial support and recognition to exceptional visual artists in the Southern U.S. to enhance their artistic practice and promote their work through exhibitions and residencies.

This funding opportunity supports arts organizations and community programs in North Carolina to enhance public access to quality arts experiences, particularly in underserved areas, through projects that demonstrate artistic excellence and community engagement.

This program provides funding to local schools, nonprofits, and community organizations in areas where Meta operates data centers, focusing on technology-driven community development and enhancing STEAM education.

This program provides financial support to individual artists in North Carolina to help them advance their careers through new projects, professional development, and necessary equipment purchases.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in select Southern states for capital projects and educational programs that aim to improve graduation rates.

This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations serving the Hoke County area, with a focus on music and cultural arts programming.

This grant provides funding to charitable organizations that serve the community of New Hanover County, focusing on initiatives that improve the welfare of children, address food insecurity, promote racial equity, and support general charitable purposes.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations in Buncombe County, North Carolina, to enhance community-centered arts programming and cultural vitality.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations in Western North Carolina that are recovering from losses due to Hurricane Helene, helping them stabilize operations and reconnect with their communities.

This funding opportunity provides $2,000 grants to individual artists in six Southeastern states who have lost essential tools or materials due to Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Cumberland County, North Carolina, that focus on improving quality of life, particularly for children and women, through innovative community initiatives.

This grant provides $10,000 in funding to early-stage startups in North Carolina that are validating their business models and developing innovative products, along with mentorship and resources to support their growth.

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations in Alamance County to improve healthcare, education, and economic opportunities for residents, with a focus on purchasing essential equipment.

This grant provides funding for historical markers that celebrate local legends and folklore, aimed at nonprofit organizations and government entities in select U.S. states to promote cultural heritage and tourism.

This program provides project-based funding to professional artists in North Carolina to support their creative and professional development through various artistic endeavors.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Watauga County to create high-quality arts programs that enhance community engagement and promote cultural diversity.