The Women’s Fund of North Carolina

The Women’s Fund of North Carolina, a program of the North Carolina Community Foundation, supports diverse issues and challenges facing women across North Carolina. Established to create a permanent endowment, the fund aims to improve the lives of women and girls, encourage philanthropic giving among women, and prioritize women's issues. For 2024, the fund will focus on housing security for women, defined as ensuring financial, legal, and practical access to dignified housing. Grants are available to nonprofit organizations and programs serving women and girls within the NCCF network, with a preference for those led by women of color or women from historically marginalized populations. The total funding available is $20,000, with grants ranging from $1,500 to $5,000. The application cycle opens on July 19, 2024, and closes at noon on August 20, 2024.