Warren County Non-Profit Grant Funding

Warren County Non-Profit Grant Funding provides local financial support to community-based organizations offering direct services to residents of Warren County, North Carolina. The program is operated by the county government and is designed to support public-purpose projects that address unmet needs, particularly for low-income residents. For fiscal year 2026, the county has allocated $50,000 in total funding to the program. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the entire allocation has been expended. Eligible applicants must be tax-exempt nonprofit organizations that offer ongoing community services. All applicants must operate under a volunteer board of directors that receives no compensation and demonstrate adherence to all federal and state tax-exemption regulations. The county prioritizes funding requests that deliver direct human services to low-income residents and provides lower priority to requests that duplicate existing services unless a cost or service gap is demonstrated. Each funding request must clearly articulate the proposed services, provide evidence of the need, and specify how many county residents will directly benefit during the fiscal year. For renewal applicants, reporting of actual service numbers from the previous period is required. All services funded by this grant must be publicly accessible, must not discriminate, and any associated service fees must use a sliding fee scale to ensure equitable access. Organizations requesting $1,000 or more must submit extensive documentation, including their IRS tax determination letter, board roster, current and previous year budgets and audits (or IRS Form 990), meeting minutes, bylaws, and a formal agreement to follow county rules regarding transparency, procurement, conflict of interest, legal compliance, and use of funds. Funded organizations are also required to submit mid-year and year-end reports detailing program results, financial accountability, and evidence of service delivery. Funding is not guaranteed, and the Warren County Board of Commissioners may grant exceptions to the policy in cases of undue hardship. County funds must only be used for the specific purposes outlined in the application, and any misuse of funds must be repaid. Public recognition of Warren County’s support must appear on program materials or postings related to the funded services. Questions about the grant process can be directed to the county administration office. Full policy details and the application process are provided in the county’s published grant funding policy document.

Requests for services already offered elsewhere must demonstrate unmet need or lower unit cost. Reports must be submitted every six months with receipts, articles, and outcome metrics. Board transparency and financial openness are required.