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North Carolina Community Development Grants

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South Arts’ Cross-Sector Impact Grants–2026
$15,000
South Arts
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects between arts organizations and non-arts entities in the Southern U.S. to creatively address health and wellness challenges in their communities.

Arts
Individuals
Neighborhood Matching Grant Program
$3,000
Concord City Council
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 31, 2025

This program provides funding to recognized neighborhood organizations in Concord, North Carolina, to support community-led projects that improve local neighborhoods through physical enhancements, identity initiatives, community events, or public safety measures.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Wake County Community Foundation Grant
$2,500
Wake County Community Foundation (WCCF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations in Wake County with annual budgets under $500,000, focusing on initiatives that strengthen communities, support families, enhance educational access, and assist veterans and active military members.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Southeast Aquatics Fund
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions in the southeastern U.S. to improve aquatic habitats and water quality, particularly for endangered species and key river basins.

Environment
Nonprofits
Cary Women’s Giving Network Grant
$5,000
The North Carolina Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support women, children, and families in the Cary, North Carolina community through collective contributions from local women.

Women & Girl Services
Nonprofits
Beaufort-Hyde Community Foundation Grant
$1,000
North Carolina Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 5, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that serve the communities of Beaufort and Hyde counties in North Carolina, supporting various local initiatives that address community needs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Career Pathways Technical Skills Partner Program
$70,000
Best Buy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that offer hands-on STEAM training and paid summer internships for teens aged 16-19 from low-income areas, in partnership with Best Buy Teen Tech Centers.

Education
Nonprofits
Chatham County Parks & Recreation Grant in North Carolina
$20,300
Chatham County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2025

This grant provides funding to established nonprofit organizations in Chatham County, North Carolina, to enhance recreational and cultural opportunities for the community.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Montgomery County Fund Grant
$5,000
Montgomery County Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 28, 2026

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations serving the community needs of Montgomery County, North Carolina, with awards ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Carteret Community Foundation Grants
$5,000
Carteret Community Foundation (Affiliate of North Carolina Community Foundation)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and schools in Carteret County to address community needs in education, conservation, and humanitarian efforts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Robeson County Community Foundation Grant
$2,500
Robeson County Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to charitable organizations serving Robeson County, with a focus on initiatives that address local community needs, including support for Native American educational projects.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Engagement Mini-Grants
$5,000
City of Durham
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 14, 2025

This program provides funding for community-led projects in Durham that aim to strengthen neighborhood relationships and promote positive change through outreach, education, and small improvements.

Education
Individuals
READY Nonprofits
$25,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2024

This program provides free training and funding opportunities to nonprofit organizations in the Appalachian region, helping them build capacity to better address community challenges and improve their operational effectiveness.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Economic Resilience Program
$40,000
Triangle Community Foundation (TCF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Triangle region of North Carolina that provide employment-focused education and skills training to adults while addressing barriers like housing, food insecurity, and transportation.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
The Chapel of the Cross Seed Fund
$25,000
The Chapel of the Cross
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support for innovative community initiatives in Orange County and the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina that address specific needs and require initial funding to launch.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Build Ready Sites Program
$750,000
North Carolina Railroad Company (NCRR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 25, 2025

This program provides funding to local economic development teams in North Carolina to prepare and improve rail-served industrial sites, making them more attractive for new businesses and industries.

Infrastructure
County governments
Facade Rehabilitation Grant Program
$10,000
City of Raleigh
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 24, 2024

This program provides matching reimbursement funds to small business owners and property owners in Raleigh for improving the exteriors of their commercial buildings, fostering community enhancement and economic growth.

Community Development
Small businesses
Pigeon River Fund Grant
$35,000
Community Foundation of Western North Carolina
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Haywood, Buncombe, and Madison counties for projects that improve water quality and natural habitats, promote public awareness of water conservation, and enhance access to water resources.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Columbus County Community Foundation Grant
$15,000
Columbus County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Columbus County that address local needs such as literacy, food insecurity, human services, and poverty alleviation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Charlie’s Heart Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Charlie’s Heart Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 8, 2025

This grant provides funding to small nonprofit organizations focused on improving mental well-being for families in underserved communities through innovative and holistic programs.

Community Development
Nonprofits