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North Carolina Infrastructure Grants

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Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative
$2,500,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in the Appalachian region for projects that promote economic diversification and workforce development in communities impacted by coal industry job losses.

Workforce Development
State governments
Town of Carrboro Green Neighborhoods Grant Program
$2,500
Town of Carrboro
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 13, 2025

This program provides funding to empower local neighborhoods, especially low-income households and residents of color, to engage in projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience.

Environment
Nonprofits
Disaster Relief and Mitigation Fund
$2,000,000
North Carolina Department of Public Safety
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations in North Carolina for projects that reduce flooding risks and enhance infrastructure resilience following natural disasters.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
County governments
Rural Downtown Economic Development Grants
$850,000
North Carolina Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 7, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local governments in North Carolina's most distressed counties to revitalize downtown areas through infrastructure improvements and publicly owned building enhancements that promote economic growth and community engagement.

Community Development
City or township governments
Capacity Building Competitive Grant
$200,000
North Carolina Department of Public Safety
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This program provides funding to county emergency management agencies in North Carolina with populations of 230,000 or fewer to enhance their preparedness and response capabilities for various hazards and emergencies.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
County governments
Craft Futures Fund Program
$10,000
Center for Craft
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 8, 2025

This program provides $10,000 grants and support to craft artists in Western North Carolina whose practices were impacted by Hurricane Helene, helping them rebuild their work and strengthen community connections through collaborative learning and exhibitions.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
County governments
Boating Infrastructure Grant Program
Contact for amount
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 8, 2026

This program provides funding to public and private entities in North Carolina's coastal counties for the construction and improvement of facilities that support safe and accessible docking for transient recreational boats.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
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
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
National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program
$105,400,000
North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed for eligible entities to develop and maintain fast electric vehicle charging stations along key highways in North Carolina, promoting a robust and accessible EV infrastructure.

Transportation
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Municipal Service District Building Improvement Grant
$10,000
Downtown Kinston Revitalization
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2024

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.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
TD Bank Capacity Building Fund
$150,000
TD Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on improving their services for low- to moderate-income and historically underserved communities through strategic investments in planning, staff development, and technology.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)
$10,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Impact Alamance Progress and Enhancement Fund
$50,000
Impact Alamance
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 21, 2025

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.

Health
Nonprofits
Community Development Block Grant Infrastructure Program
$3,000,000
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This program provides funding to North Carolina local governments for improving drinking water and wastewater systems in economically disadvantaged communities.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Beautification Grant
$8,000
Keep Charlotte Beautiful (KCB)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 18, 2024

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.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Affordable Housing Funding Program
Contact for amount
Town of Chapel Hill
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 25, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and organizations to create affordable housing and improve living conditions for low- and moderate-income individuals and families.

Housing
Nonprofits
RAFI’s Farm Infrastructure Grant Program
$10,000
Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to historically underserved farmers in the southeastern U.S. for essential infrastructure improvements and support for new farming operations.

Agriculture
Individuals
Merger/Regionalization Feasibility Grants
$50,000
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments and nonprofit water corporations in North Carolina to conduct feasibility studies for merging or regionalizing water and wastewater systems, aiming to improve efficiency and service delivery.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Affordable Rental Development Program
$15,000,000
City of Raleigh
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

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.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits