North Carolina Community Development Grants

This program provides funding to small municipalities in North Carolina to develop trail connections to the state’s designated trail system, promoting outdoor recreation and economic development.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies for affordable and enriching programs that promote learning, creativity, and community well-being at the Mary Alice Warren Community Center in Lewisville.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities in North Carolina and South Carolina for projects that address social issues and benefit underserved communities.

This grant provides funding to tax-exempt organizations in Henderson County, North Carolina, to support collaborative projects that address community needs across various sectors, including health, education, and the arts.

This grant provides funding to small grassroots nonprofit organizations in Vermont, North Carolina, Southwest Virginia, and New York City that are focused on creating equitable solutions to social and environmental challenges.

This program provides funding for established tourism-related marketing initiatives in Granville County, North Carolina, aimed at attracting visitors from outside the county to enhance local economic growth.

This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies in Clemmons to create arts and cultural programs that foster community connection and enrich local cultural life.

This funding initiative provides financial support to small North Carolina municipalities to develop trails that connect them to the state's larger trail network, promoting outdoor recreation and community accessibility.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations within 20 miles of a Food Lion store to help alleviate hunger by purchasing food for communities in need.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public entities in TD Bank's metro areas to support programs that improve the quality of life for low-to-moderate income and historically underserved communities.

This program provides financial support to educational and nonprofit organizations that serve K–12 students in specific communities across select states, funding innovative projects that enhance learning and youth development.

This program provides funding to nonprofit conservation organizations and county governments in North Carolina to acquire agricultural conservation easements that protect farmland from development and support sustainable farming practices.

This grant provides support to nonprofit organizations that serve children, local communities, and military service members in specific U.S. counties, focusing on in-kind donations and limited monetary contributions.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Cherokee and Clay Counties, North Carolina, focusing on projects that enhance education, health, and human services for local residents in need.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Mecklenburg County and surrounding areas that assist disadvantaged individuals in improving their lives and fostering community development.

This program provides funding to local governments in North Carolina for infrastructure projects that help communities recover from Hurricane Helene by restoring essential services and promoting economic revitalization.

Beyond Open is a competitive small business grant program focused on enhancing economic mobility within Charlotte's Corridors of Opportunity. It aims to support diverse-owned small businesses, including those owned by minorities, women, veterans, LGBTQ individuals, and persons with disabilities. The grant can be used for capital assets such as equipment, technology, inventory, and real estate, and does not require repayment. Administered by FFTC Partners For Empowering Communities, a supporting organization of the Foundation For The Carolinas, and funded by the Wells Fargo Open for Business Fund, Beyond Open has awarded over $10 million in grants to nearly 300 small businesses during its first two rounds. The third round will distribute approximately $5 million in grants. The program aims to retain jobs, encourage job growth, and inspire new entrepreneurial endeavors in areas with low economic mobility and among historically underrepresented groups. It also seeks to create opportunities for small businesses to provide goods or services in affluent areas where minority business owners have been under-represented.

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.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community-based nonprofit projects that promote civic pride, historical education, environmental stewardship, and veteran assistance in areas served by Duke Energy, in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.