Currituck-Dare Women’s Fund

The Currituck-Dare Women’s Fund is a giving circle initiative under the umbrella of the North Carolina Community Foundation (NCCF). As a regional philanthropic organization, NCCF operates to strengthen local communities through its extensive network of affiliate foundations. The Currituck-Dare Women’s Fund specifically aims to leverage collective philanthropy to support charitable organizations that serve women, children, and families in Currituck and Dare counties, North Carolina. Through this fund, community members are invited to engage in collaborative giving, enhancing the impact and sustainability of local nonprofit efforts. The purpose of the Currituck-Dare Women’s Fund is to promote leadership and participation by women in philanthropic work, while addressing local challenges through grantmaking. By pooling resources, members of the giving circle can effect change in a targeted, high-impact manner. The fund seeks to build awareness and encourage involvement among community members, focusing on initiatives that directly benefit women and their families in the specified geographic area. The Fund supports 501(c)(3) charitable organizations that operate in or serve the counties of Currituck and Dare. Typical grant awards range from $500 to $2,500. In 2024, a total of $6,000 was awarded through this competitive grant cycle. While specific eligible project types are not detailed in the announcement, it is clear that priority is given to work that addresses the needs and wellbeing of women, children, and families in these two North Carolina counties. Applications for the 2025 grant cycle will be accepted beginning June 27, 2025, and must be submitted no later than NOON Eastern Time on July 29, 2025. Late applications—including those delayed by technical issues—will not be considered. All applications must be submitted via the North Carolina Community Foundation’s online grant portal. First-time applicants are required to follow Training Module I to create an account and profile in the system. Returning applicants can log in using existing credentials and must then follow the instructions in Training Module II to submit a new grant application. Applications are screened for adherence to guidelines, and those that do not comply will be deemed ineligible. While the fund does not publish detailed evaluation criteria, applicants are encouraged to thoroughly review guidelines before submission to ensure their application aligns with the fund's objectives. Additionally, no pre-application or inquiry deadlines are listed, suggesting that the entire application process is contained within the open and close dates provided. Applicants seeking more information or assistance are directed to contact the North Carolina Community Foundation. The foundation’s headquarters is located at 3737 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 460, Raleigh, NC 27612. They can be reached via phone at 919-828-4387 or toll-free at 800-532-1349. A fax line is also available at 919-827-0749. While an individual contact name or email is not provided, the general contact information should be sufficient for most inquiries. Past grant recipients and additional fund details are available on the NCCF website, and interested applicants are encouraged to explore this content to strengthen their own submissions.