North Carolina grants for City or township governments

This funding opportunity supports North Carolina programs that provide K-12 students with engaging, hands-on STEM learning experiences, particularly targeting underserved and underrepresented populations.

This funding initiative provides financial support to towns in Wake County, North Carolina, to hire local artists for community arts programs that promote public engagement and access to the arts.

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.

This grant provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations in Holly Springs to help them carry out community-focused activities that align with the town's strategic priorities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Hickory that deliver public services to low- and moderate-income individuals, focusing on the needs of the city's most vulnerable residents.

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.

This program provides financial support to local governments in rural North Carolina for infrastructure projects that create jobs and stimulate economic growth.

This grant provides financial support to local governments in North Carolina's most distressed counties for infrastructure projects that create jobs and enhance industrial activity.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations in Western North Carolina that are recovering from losses due to Hurricane Helene, helping them stabilize operations and reconnect with their communities.

This initiative provides matching funds to eligible organizations in Charlotte for projects that maintain and protect the city's urban tree canopy through activities like tree care, education, and community events.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations in New Hanover County to enhance community arts experiences through operational and programming initiatives.

This grant provides opportunities and funding for visual artists residing in Greensboro to showcase their work in public spaces and contribute to the city's cultural landscape.

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Forsyth County, North Carolina, that empower Black households through economic initiatives, such as career development, wealth-building, and support for Black-owned businesses.

This program provides financial assistance to small business owners in Raleigh to improve their commercial properties, encouraging the activation of vacant or underutilized spaces and the creation of new jobs.

This funding opportunity is designed to support nonprofit organizations and community-based entities in Fayetteville, North Carolina, that are working to reduce opioid overdoses and improve health outcomes through various evidence-based programs and services.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Catawba County to support innovative arts projects that engage the community and enhance local cultural offerings.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, recycling businesses, nonprofits, multifamily property owners, public housing authorities, and colleges for developing or improving recycling programs in multifamily residences across North Carolina.

This grant provides funding to local governments, non-profits, and businesses in North Carolina to develop programs that reduce food waste through food donation and organics recycling initiatives.

The Rural Downtown Economic Development Grants, administered by the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Rural Economic Development Division, support downtown revitalization and economic development initiatives in North Carolina’s Tier 1 and Tier 2 counties, and rural census tracts in Tier 3 counties. The grants aim to help local governments enhance downtown districts as economic assets, improve public infrastructure, support public building renovations, and promote mixed-use development. Grants can be up to $850,000 per grantee, with no minimum amount, and must be matched with at least 5 percent local funds. The application deadline is August 22, 2024, and projects must be completed within 36 months of the award.

The Great Trails State Program (GTSP) provides funding for new trail development and extension of existing trails within North Carolina. This includes paved trails, natural surface trails, biking trails, equestrian trails, and other types recognized by the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. One grant cycle will distribute $25 million in non-recurring funds. Eligible applicants include municipalities, counties, regional councils of government, public authorities, and nonprofits with local government support. Project types include planning and feasibility, design and engineering, acquisition, construction, and maintenance.