North Carolina Business and Commerce Grants

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 funding to local governments and nonprofit economic development organizations in North Carolina to develop agricultural manufacturing facilities that enhance processing capacity and support local farmers.

This funding opportunity supports collaborative economic development projects across multiple Appalachian states, targeting local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions to drive regional transformation and growth.

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 program provides financial assistance to small businesses in Greenville, North Carolina, to help cover operational or growth-related expenses, particularly in underserved areas.

This funding opportunity provides up to $8,000 for community projects in Charlotte that focus on litter prevention, waste reduction, beautification, and enhancing green spaces.

This program provides financial support to individual family farmers and community organizations in North Carolina for projects that enhance agricultural operations and promote local farming initiatives.

This program provides financial assistance to developers for creating or rehabilitating affordable rental housing for low-income households in Raleigh, targeting those earning at or below 80% of the area median income.

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Forsyth County, North Carolina, that empower Black households through economic initiatives, such as career development, wealth-building, and support for Black-owned businesses.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that empower underrepresented innovators, entrepreneurs, and small businesses in Raleigh, North Carolina, to foster economic development and collaboration within the community.

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses in Western North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene, helping them recover and resume operations.

This program provides financial support to small retail, restaurant, and service businesses in Moore County, North Carolina, to help them improve their operations and enhance customer experiences.

This program provides funding to support research and innovation in North Carolina's agricultural sector, targeting projects that enhance productivity, develop new crops, and foster economic growth.

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses in Mitchell County that experienced significant storm damage from Hurricane Helene, helping them recover and rebuild.

This funding opportunity supports university researchers in developing and commercializing life sciences inventions to advance their practical applications and attract potential investors.

This program provides funding to not-for-profit organizations and tourism-related groups in Haywood County, North Carolina, to promote tourism through advertising, events, and market research that attract out-of-county visitors and enhance local quality of life.

This funding initiative provides $10,000 to small businesses in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, to help them grow and sustain their operations while fostering economic equity in the community.